VMA’S ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW · 2018-12-27 · VMA’S ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW INSIDE THIS EDITION...
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VMA’S ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW INSIDE THIS EDITION h VMA’s 2019 Officers and Directors (2) h TCC Skilled Trades Academy (4) h New Marine Technology Development Lab Comes to Norfolk (4) h Chapter News (7) NORFOLK | On December 3, 2018, the Virginia Maritime Association held its Annual Business Meeting at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center. Reviews of industry developments and of the Association’s performance were provided by VMA staff and officers. A few additional words were given by the new Southern Chapter Chair, Kimberly Clark of Hooker Furniture, as well as the Honorable Congressman Bobby Scott. Highlighted Developments & Industry Representation Port Priority Projects The Governor and the Virginia General Assembly approved a budget that included $350M for the Wider, Deeper, Safer project, achieving the VMA’s top priority. By January 2020, dredges will begin deepening and widening our main channels to reclaim our competitive advantage of having not only the deepest water on the East Coast, but also restoring 24/7 two-way navigation. The Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River has authorization to be dredged up to 45-ft in areas, and the Craney Island Eastward Expansion is seeing slow steady progress. VMA will continue to seek the Federal Funds required for these projects Cargo & Ship Traffic Over the past 10 months, there has been an increase in the largest cargo categories, container TEU’s and coal tonnage. 2,167 vessels arrived in Hampton Roads in the first 10 months of 2018, a 44 ship increase over the same period last year; although less of them are container ships due to the increase of Ultra Large Container Vessels that carry more cargo. Port Productivity VMA worked with the Virginia Port Authority to improve productivity for truckers and vessel operations. Those efforts focused on specific objectives: reviewing operating hours across all facilities, engagement for drivers in excess of a 2-hour wait, improved planning and communications around vessel operations, exploring chassis fleet size and new locations for chassis depots, daily text messages to be sent to update chassis locations, and addressing maintenance issues for all cargo handling equipment. HRBT Tunnel Construction With VMA’s input, it was determined the new Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel will be constructed using a bored technique rather than dredging. Unlike dredging and lowering tunnel sections, boring to construct the new tunnel will have relatively minimal impact on vessel traffic and port operations. Industry Development Spurred by the push to build a 355-ship Navy, Virginia’s ship repairers are increasing their efforts to build the needed workforce through an initiative called “America Builds and Repairs Great Ships.” Newport News Shipbuilding alone needs to hire 7,000 employees and this effort will seek to attract and train people not only from Virginia but to bring them here from other states. Old Dominion University introduced the “Port, Distribution, & Logistics Innovation Hub” at VMA’s Membership Briefing in October. The goal is to spur collaborative industry effort towards solving critical issues and inspire industry progress. Congressman Bobby Scott with David White, Executive Vice President of the VMA, in front of a VMA2020 display at the Annual Business Meeting. Continue Reading on Page 3 1 “The Voice of Port Industries” Volume 82, No. 12 December 2018
Transcript of VMA’S ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW · 2018-12-27 · VMA’S ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW INSIDE THIS EDITION...
VMArsquoS ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW
INSIDE THIS EDITION hVMArsquos 2019 Officers and Directors (2) hTCC Skilled Trades Academy (4)
hNew Marine Technology Development Lab Comes to Norfolk (4)
hChapter News (7)
NORFOLK | On December 3 2018 the Virginia Maritime Association held its Annual Business Meeting at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center
Reviews of industry developments and of the Associationrsquos performance were provided by VMA staff and officers A few additional words were given by the new Southern Chapter Chair Kimberly Clark of Hooker Furniture as well as the Honorable Congressman Bobby Scott
Highlighted Developments amp Industry RepresentationPort Priority ProjectsThe Governor and the Virginia General Assembly approved a budget that included $350M for the Wider Deeper Safer project achieving the VMArsquos top priority By January 2020 dredges will begin deepening and widening our main channels to reclaim our competitive advantage of having not only the deepest water on the East Coast but also restoring 247 two-way navigation
The Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River has authorization to be dredged up to 45-ft in areas and the Craney Island Eastward Expansion is seeing slow steady progress
VMA will continue to seek the Federal Funds required for these projects
Cargo amp Ship Traffic Over the past 10 months there has been an increase in the largest cargo categories container TEUrsquos and coal tonnage 2167 vessels arrived in Hampton Roads in the first 10 months of 2018 a 44 ship increase over the same period last year although less of them are container ships due to the increase of Ultra Large Container Vessels that carry more cargo
Port ProductivityVMA worked with the Virginia Port Authority to improve productivity for truckers and vessel operations Those efforts focused on specific objectives reviewing operating hours across all facilities engagement for drivers in excess of a 2-hour wait
improved planning and communications around vessel operations exploring chassis fleet size and new locations for chassis depots daily text messages to be sent to update chassis locations and addressing maintenance issues for all cargo handling equipment
HRBT Tunnel ConstructionWith VMArsquos input it was determined the new Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel will be constructed using a bored technique rather than dredging Unlike dredging and lowering tunnel sections boring to construct the new tunnel will have relatively minimal impact on vessel traffic and port operations
Industry DevelopmentSpurred by the push to build a 355-ship Navy Virginiarsquos ship repairers are increasing their efforts to build the needed workforce through an initiative called ldquoAmerica Builds and Repairs Great Shipsrdquo Newport News Shipbuilding alone needs to hire 7000 employees and this effort will seek to attract and train people not only from Virginia but to bring them here from other states
Old Dominion University introduced the ldquoPort Distribution amp Logistics Innovation Hubrdquo at VMArsquos Membership Briefing in October The goal is to spur collaborative industry effort towards solving critical issues and inspire industry progress
Congressman Bobby Scott with David White Executive Vice President of the VMA in front of a VMA2020 display at the Annual Business Meeting
Continue Reading on Page 3
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ldquoThe Voice of Port IndustriesrdquoVolume 82 No 12 December 2018
OFFICERSChairman of the BoardRaymond A Newlon
PresidentScott Wheeler
Vice PresidentsMichael W Coleman George BrownRolf A Williams
Executive Vice President amp Secretary David C White
Treasurer Judy M Barrett
Assistant Treasurer Keith Helton
STAFFVice President of Communications amp Membership Ashley K McLeod
Vice President of Finances amp Administration Sam Davis
Vice President of Industry amp Government Affairs Will Fediw
Director of External Affairs Arthur W Moye Jr
Event Manager amp Accounting Assistant Jennifer N Parham
Executive Assistant Jennifer S Deason
Marketing Coordinator Laura V Bird
Membership amp Publications Coordinator Susan N Wisniewski
The MARITIME BULLETIN is provided through membership
Follow Us on Social MediaVAmaritime
Contact lauravamaritimecom to Advertise in the Next Bulletin
VMA Officers amp DirectOrs2019 Officers
2019-2020 Directors2019 Directors
President Scott Wheeler Bay Diesel amp Generator
Vice President George Brown CPampO
Vice President Michael Coleman Capes ShippingCVI
Vice President Rolf Williams Anders Williams
Treasurer Judy Barrett TowneBank
Asst Treasurer Keith Helton Givens Logistics
Secretary David White Virginia Maritime Association
Chairperson Raymond Newlon Hapag-Lloyd LLC
Frank Borum Aaron Anseeuw
Dr Joseph Bouchard Matthew Barnes-Smith
J William Cofer Marguerite Bates-Frier
Kenny Crofton Mark Coberly
Kenneth Flowers Jack Devnew
Christopher T Garcia James Diaz
Roger J Giesinger Joseph Dorto
Kelsey Host Tracy Gregorio
Kenneth Joyner Marissa Henderson
George Lyon Brian Jeffreys
Paul Olsen Robert Kelso
Evelyn M Suarez Karen Priest
Cathie Vick CAPT J Elliott Westall
Langbourne Williams Raymond Wittersheim
New Addition to the Board of Directors
Chapter ChairsValley Logistics Chapter Devon Anders
Central Chapter Homer Crane Jr
Southern Chapter Kimberly Clark
Future Leaders Chair Camille Crofton Cherry
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Get to know the newest board members (left) in the upcoming Janurary
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ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
New Addition to the Board of Directors
VMA facilitated a roundtable discussion between potential LNG suppliers and vessel operators to address LNG as a viable fuel source for vessels that meets stricter emissions controls VMA will establish a working group to continue exploring what will work best and to keep our port ahead of the curve
Oslashrsted met with VMA member companies to present plans and specific needs of a crew transfer vessel for the two test offshore wind turbines the first step in offshore wind development for Virginia
Expansion ProjectsVirginia International Gateway (VIG) has opened four new inbound truck gate lanes put 13 new container stacks online and finished the 800-ft wharf extension By June 2019 VIG will be able to handle up to three ULCVs at once and nearly doubled its capacity
Norfolk International Terminals has nine new container stacks using new rail mounted gantry cranes Six more cranes have been delivered and construction has entered phase II Over $10M of dredging has been completed and NIT will soon be able to take ULCVs By June 2020 all 30 new stacks will be in service and capacity will increase by 46 on the same footprint
ILA Contract Extended The International Longshoreman Association (ILA) ratified a 6-year extension of the labor agreement with the USMX providing for labor peace until September 30 2024
RepresentationVMA provides consistent representation for port industries through its membership and leadership in a variety of pertinent organizations Regionally these include transportation workforce and climate impact At the state level these include trade promotion offshore wind development navigational safety maritime security and port operations VMA has leadership roles in national organizations for maritime operations and dredging
Association GrowthMembershipMembership has grown to 456 companies with 684 representatives adding 47 new member companies over the year
The VMA gained six new Anchor Members Corman Kokosing Construction Company Dewberry Engineers TMEIC Corporation Canon Virginia FLIR Maritime and McLean Contracting Company
The Future Leaders program has grown to 98 representatives from 68 different companies The 2018 program included tours of Massimo Zanetti and Continental Terminals along with exclusive industry presentations on the Seafarers Agencies of Hampton Roads the Seawall Coalition and a trade talk live session with a representative from the ZIM shipping line
VMArsquos new Maritime Leadership Certificate Program for professionals in maritime and logistics industries began accepting applications for their first class The program will coincide with Future Leader activities providing professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the maritime industry access to key industry stakeholders and helping develop critical leadership skills
Five VMA committees have new chairs the Cargo Owners Chair is Hank Selby PactivReynolds Packaging the Commerce Development Chair is Marc Marling Vanmarc Shipping the Education and Training Chair is Jennifer Palestrant SMART Center at TCC the Environmental Affairs Chair is Speaker Pollard Williams Mullen and the Warehousing and Distribution Chair is Allen Campbell Givens Logistics
Regional Chapters95 of VMArsquos member companies are outside of Hampton Roads representing the growth of our regional chapters The Southern Chapter was established this year and is led by Kimberly Clark of Hooker Furniture as their Chapter Chair The Central Virginia Chapter and the Valley Logistics Chapter both grew and had an active year
Marketing amp CommunicationsA VMA mobile app is under development and will be released in early 2019 and is designed for easy access to the membership roster interactive events anchor member lists news and more
VMArsquos social media presence has increased across the board with more followers on Twitter Facebook and LinkedIn Greater emphasis is being placed on connecting with member companies and sharing their stories
The Association supported the International Propeller Clubrsquos 92nd Annual International Convention the LogistXgames Patriotic Festival 70th Virginia Conference on World Trade Virginia Offshore Wind Executive Summit National Maritime Day HarborFest and Coffee Day at the Port
VMA recognized the efforts of the Vulcan Materials tugboat crews who secured drifting vessels during severe weather and a local studenttwo-year finalist of the NAMEPA art contest focused on ldquoBetter Shippingrdquo To increase public awareness VMA co-hosted Port Day at an ODU Monarchrsquos football game and chose to sponsor the Elizabeth River Trail that will include information and views showcasing our industry
EventsVMA 2018 events drew in over 2500 attendees that gained from executive level information experiences and networking or were exposed to the benefits and opportunities offered by Virginiarsquos ports
The VMA2020 Centennial Celebration has already drawn in 10 sponsors securing TowneBank as the Title Sponsor
Continue Reading on Page 4
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ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
NEW SKILLED TRADES ACADEMY IN PORTSMOUTH
NEW MARINE TECH DEVELOPMENT LAB
PORTSMOUTH | On December 10th Tidewater Community College (TCC) opened their new 20000 square-foot facility an academy that will provide training for construction and maritime trades Nationwide 31 million skilled trade jobs will be vacated by 2020 and in Hampton Roads we expect 68 more job openings in skilled trades than workers to fill them over the next five years
ldquoWe can take people with zero background in skilled trades put them through a three-week pre-apprenticeship program and have them employed at a major shipyard making $18 an hour directly afterrdquo said President DeCinque in an interview for TCC Today ldquoItrsquos a game changer for the region and the high demand fields that will drive our economyrdquo
The academy stems from TCCrsquos pre-apprentice trades program created in 2017 which as a result of increased demand outgrew the initial 5000 square-foot facility The new academy will be one of the largest run by a community college on the East coast and the only one of its kind in Virginia Current trades offered include marine coating pipe fitting pipe laying welding framing electrical HVAC roofing and sheet metal
Partners include VMA Members Virginia Ship Repair Association Colonnarsquos Shipyard Newport News Shipbuilding Lyon Shipyard Oceaneering and Teacutecnico in addition to Hampton Roads school systems and variety of construction companies
98 of the 277 students who completed the 2017 pre-apprenticeship program have found employment
NEWPORT NEWS | LAVLE USA will be collaborating with Old Dominion University (ODU) in the construction and development of a $12 million Marine Electric Propulsion Simulation lab which will develop marine electric propulsion advanced energy storage and autonomous systems technology
The lab grown out of ODUrsquos digital shipbuilding initiative will also be a place for workforce development in the shipbuilding and ship repair industries and is expected to create at least 25 high paying jobs for designers engineers programmers and analysts
The location will be strategically located near many city offices in downtown Newport News During construction a temporary lab will be housed in the EDA applied research center
LAVLE USA is a joint venture between 3DOM a Japanese battery company and Ockerman Automation which specializes in marine engineering and designsystems integration
VMA FinancesIn January 2017 VMA released the Economic Development amp Port Opportunities Analysis Report to focus on economic development activities that most fully leverage port assets This effort was deemed important enough that the Board approved the costs of the report that put VMA in a loss position for the Fiscal year that ended September 30 There were also unanticipated or higher expenses associated with the VMA leadership transition and development of the regional chapters The Associationrsquos balance sheet remains strong and the financial position is sound
VMArsquos 5-Year Strategic PlanNotable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA leadership succession and realignment of staff functions The most current edition of the Strategic plan will be made available online at VAmaritimecomstrategicplan
Thank You to the Annual Business Meeting SponsorsNauticus Bay Diesel amp Generator CV International Port City Transportation Teacutecnico VEDP VHB and Norfolk Oil Transit
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PORT STATISTIC
S | NO
VEM
BER 2
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DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECEIPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Nov-18 YTD-18 Nov-17 YTD-17
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
Total 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
Total 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
CONTAINER
American 18 16 176 178 15 16 176 182
Foreign 98 96 1206 1176 111 104 1260 1234
Total 116 112 1382 1354 126 120 1436 1416
GENERAL
American 0 0 8 8 4 1 7 3
Foreign 7 5 97 93 2 6 83 94
Total 7 5 105 101 6 7 90 97
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 2 2 2 2
Foreign 3 3 11 11 0 0 21 22
Total 0 3 11 11 2 2 23 24
RORO
American 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2
Foreign 8 7 102 100 14 12 119 116
Total 8 7 102 101 14 12 120 118
TANKER
American 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1
Foreign 5 4 83 83 4 5 94 98
Total 5 4 84 84 4 5 94 99
AMERICAN 18 16 185 188 21 19 186 190
FOREIGN 171 167 2171 2117 193 181 2151 2127
TOTAL 189 183 2356 2305 214 200 2337 2317
October 10 month
2018 270538 2374900
2017 265490 2362923
Oct-2018 10 month 2018 Oct-2017 10 month
Hampton Roads
104798389 703650796 58137177 525941551
Other VA 3113303 36035385 5619924 167395759
Total 107911691 739686180 63757101 693337309
Nov-2018 11 month 2018 Nov-2017 11 month 2017
TOTAL 3107849 39485428 3373687 32448178
NS 1177563 15911811 1255757 13533225
Pier IX 661206 8994333 748250 7500756
DTA 1269080 14579284 1369680 11414197
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Roads Coal Piers
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Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
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190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
280000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - YTD 2017 2018
THIS BULLETIN REACHESOver 1000 Industry ProfessionalsEconomic Development Groups and Businesses throughout Virginia
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ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATES
VMArsquos activities in November reflect the wide array of issues the Association is involved in on behalf of port industries Our members and constituents understand VMA is the industryrsquos voice with our elected officials and those meetings and visits continued in November
November started with VMArsquos participation in the Fall meeting of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) in Washington DC NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using US ports The agenda included updates and discussions with government and industry leaders on the topics of dredging LNG as a fuel cyber security customs and crew compliance issues and offshore wind
While in Washington DC VMA participated in a partnership meeting between the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Waterways Conference (NWC) focused on USACErsquos permitting process for projects that would alter civil works projects With VMArsquos support the NWC has pursued improvements The meeting covered key improvements that will go into effect including the use of categorical permissions similar to nationwide permits a new approach for multi-phase reviews and a more targeted approach to environmental compliance
VMA is represented on and has participated in the November 14 meeting of the City of Norfolkrsquos Hampton Boulevard Advisory Taskforce which seeks to improve safety on the very busy route that runs from the Midtown Tunnel to Naval Station Norfolk and includes neighborhoods a school Sentara Norfolk Hospital Old Dominion University and Norfolk International Terminals The Taskforce is considering the needs of all users as it considers recommendations to improve safety
On November 15 VMA led an LNG roundtable to explore the need and prospects for LNG to be offered as a fuel for vessels calling Virginiarsquos ports Ocean carriers are faced with new mandates to significantly reduce air emissions by 2020 and using LNG as a fuel is one option The roundtable brought ocean carrier representatives possible LNG providers and others in the delivery chain together to begin a dialogue about what may be needed in Virginiarsquos ports
The Virginia Harbor Safety Committee chaired by VMArsquos David White met November 29 The agenda included 2018 Hurricane Season Review and Lessons Learned Cold Weather Safety amp Public Awareness Areas of Reduced Draft the 17th Biennial National Harbor Safety Conference Agenda and Agency Briefs and Updates
ANNUAL BANQUET (Nov 2) The meeting began with a brief review of the 2018 Annual Banquet and matters requiring attention for 2019 Most of the discussion was dedicated to the identification of potential keynote speakers and topics for the 99th Annual Banquet to be held May 9 2019 Other planning matters included new ideas for banquet entertainment pricing and promotion
CARGO OWNERS (Nov 7) Following regular updates on operations and major projects the committee received an overview discussed and suggested recommended improvements to the Trucker Reservation System Other discussion topics included the extension of the ILA labor agreement until September 30 2024 the impacts of trade policy and tariffs and cost implications of steamship lines meeting the stricter emissions requirements by January 1 2020
STRATEGIC PLANNING (Nov 9) The committee conducted its annual review of VMArsquos progress against its 5-year Strategic Plan The committee made several revisions based on progress and completion of many of the action items Notable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA succession and realignment of functions
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Nov 9) Having decided upon the theme ldquoIn Search of Stabilityrdquo for the 2019 symposium the committee continued developing possible presentation topics such as tariff impacts disruptive technologies and demurrage amp detention The committee also began work on event promotions
NOMINATING (Nov 13) The committee met to consider nominations of individuals to serve as officers and directors of the Association for the years 2019 and 2020 from the many recommendations received from the VMA membership
TOWING amp BARGE (Nov 14) Following a review of regular business the committeersquos agenda included discussions about derelict vessels dredging of Norfolk Harbor bridge operations and the prospects for LNG bunkering in the Port
VMA2020 (Nov 19) The committee discussed budget matters including progress with sponsorships A review of promotional activities included progress with video productions and social media An update was provided on the compilation of a historical record and discussions of a proposed art campaign based on VMArsquos centennial
INLAND TRANSPORTATION (Nov 27) The president of the Virginia Trucking Association provided an update on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan including a review of recommended measures to reduce congestion and funding proposals It was also discussed that the Virginia Trucking Association recently met with Virginiarsquos Secretary of Transportation to discuss port productivity perception of port utilization impact on commerce and driver recruitment and retention Representatives from the City of Norfolk gave a presentation and discussed measures currently under consideration to improve safety on Hampton Boulevard in Nofolk
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NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
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S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
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Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
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OFFICERSChairman of the BoardRaymond A Newlon
PresidentScott Wheeler
Vice PresidentsMichael W Coleman George BrownRolf A Williams
Executive Vice President amp Secretary David C White
Treasurer Judy M Barrett
Assistant Treasurer Keith Helton
STAFFVice President of Communications amp Membership Ashley K McLeod
Vice President of Finances amp Administration Sam Davis
Vice President of Industry amp Government Affairs Will Fediw
Director of External Affairs Arthur W Moye Jr
Event Manager amp Accounting Assistant Jennifer N Parham
Executive Assistant Jennifer S Deason
Marketing Coordinator Laura V Bird
Membership amp Publications Coordinator Susan N Wisniewski
The MARITIME BULLETIN is provided through membership
Follow Us on Social MediaVAmaritime
Contact lauravamaritimecom to Advertise in the Next Bulletin
VMA Officers amp DirectOrs2019 Officers
2019-2020 Directors2019 Directors
President Scott Wheeler Bay Diesel amp Generator
Vice President George Brown CPampO
Vice President Michael Coleman Capes ShippingCVI
Vice President Rolf Williams Anders Williams
Treasurer Judy Barrett TowneBank
Asst Treasurer Keith Helton Givens Logistics
Secretary David White Virginia Maritime Association
Chairperson Raymond Newlon Hapag-Lloyd LLC
Frank Borum Aaron Anseeuw
Dr Joseph Bouchard Matthew Barnes-Smith
J William Cofer Marguerite Bates-Frier
Kenny Crofton Mark Coberly
Kenneth Flowers Jack Devnew
Christopher T Garcia James Diaz
Roger J Giesinger Joseph Dorto
Kelsey Host Tracy Gregorio
Kenneth Joyner Marissa Henderson
George Lyon Brian Jeffreys
Paul Olsen Robert Kelso
Evelyn M Suarez Karen Priest
Cathie Vick CAPT J Elliott Westall
Langbourne Williams Raymond Wittersheim
New Addition to the Board of Directors
Chapter ChairsValley Logistics Chapter Devon Anders
Central Chapter Homer Crane Jr
Southern Chapter Kimberly Clark
Future Leaders Chair Camille Crofton Cherry
2
Get to know the newest board members (left) in the upcoming Janurary
bulletin
ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
New Addition to the Board of Directors
VMA facilitated a roundtable discussion between potential LNG suppliers and vessel operators to address LNG as a viable fuel source for vessels that meets stricter emissions controls VMA will establish a working group to continue exploring what will work best and to keep our port ahead of the curve
Oslashrsted met with VMA member companies to present plans and specific needs of a crew transfer vessel for the two test offshore wind turbines the first step in offshore wind development for Virginia
Expansion ProjectsVirginia International Gateway (VIG) has opened four new inbound truck gate lanes put 13 new container stacks online and finished the 800-ft wharf extension By June 2019 VIG will be able to handle up to three ULCVs at once and nearly doubled its capacity
Norfolk International Terminals has nine new container stacks using new rail mounted gantry cranes Six more cranes have been delivered and construction has entered phase II Over $10M of dredging has been completed and NIT will soon be able to take ULCVs By June 2020 all 30 new stacks will be in service and capacity will increase by 46 on the same footprint
ILA Contract Extended The International Longshoreman Association (ILA) ratified a 6-year extension of the labor agreement with the USMX providing for labor peace until September 30 2024
RepresentationVMA provides consistent representation for port industries through its membership and leadership in a variety of pertinent organizations Regionally these include transportation workforce and climate impact At the state level these include trade promotion offshore wind development navigational safety maritime security and port operations VMA has leadership roles in national organizations for maritime operations and dredging
Association GrowthMembershipMembership has grown to 456 companies with 684 representatives adding 47 new member companies over the year
The VMA gained six new Anchor Members Corman Kokosing Construction Company Dewberry Engineers TMEIC Corporation Canon Virginia FLIR Maritime and McLean Contracting Company
The Future Leaders program has grown to 98 representatives from 68 different companies The 2018 program included tours of Massimo Zanetti and Continental Terminals along with exclusive industry presentations on the Seafarers Agencies of Hampton Roads the Seawall Coalition and a trade talk live session with a representative from the ZIM shipping line
VMArsquos new Maritime Leadership Certificate Program for professionals in maritime and logistics industries began accepting applications for their first class The program will coincide with Future Leader activities providing professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the maritime industry access to key industry stakeholders and helping develop critical leadership skills
Five VMA committees have new chairs the Cargo Owners Chair is Hank Selby PactivReynolds Packaging the Commerce Development Chair is Marc Marling Vanmarc Shipping the Education and Training Chair is Jennifer Palestrant SMART Center at TCC the Environmental Affairs Chair is Speaker Pollard Williams Mullen and the Warehousing and Distribution Chair is Allen Campbell Givens Logistics
Regional Chapters95 of VMArsquos member companies are outside of Hampton Roads representing the growth of our regional chapters The Southern Chapter was established this year and is led by Kimberly Clark of Hooker Furniture as their Chapter Chair The Central Virginia Chapter and the Valley Logistics Chapter both grew and had an active year
Marketing amp CommunicationsA VMA mobile app is under development and will be released in early 2019 and is designed for easy access to the membership roster interactive events anchor member lists news and more
VMArsquos social media presence has increased across the board with more followers on Twitter Facebook and LinkedIn Greater emphasis is being placed on connecting with member companies and sharing their stories
The Association supported the International Propeller Clubrsquos 92nd Annual International Convention the LogistXgames Patriotic Festival 70th Virginia Conference on World Trade Virginia Offshore Wind Executive Summit National Maritime Day HarborFest and Coffee Day at the Port
VMA recognized the efforts of the Vulcan Materials tugboat crews who secured drifting vessels during severe weather and a local studenttwo-year finalist of the NAMEPA art contest focused on ldquoBetter Shippingrdquo To increase public awareness VMA co-hosted Port Day at an ODU Monarchrsquos football game and chose to sponsor the Elizabeth River Trail that will include information and views showcasing our industry
EventsVMA 2018 events drew in over 2500 attendees that gained from executive level information experiences and networking or were exposed to the benefits and opportunities offered by Virginiarsquos ports
The VMA2020 Centennial Celebration has already drawn in 10 sponsors securing TowneBank as the Title Sponsor
Continue Reading on Page 4
3
ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
NEW SKILLED TRADES ACADEMY IN PORTSMOUTH
NEW MARINE TECH DEVELOPMENT LAB
PORTSMOUTH | On December 10th Tidewater Community College (TCC) opened their new 20000 square-foot facility an academy that will provide training for construction and maritime trades Nationwide 31 million skilled trade jobs will be vacated by 2020 and in Hampton Roads we expect 68 more job openings in skilled trades than workers to fill them over the next five years
ldquoWe can take people with zero background in skilled trades put them through a three-week pre-apprenticeship program and have them employed at a major shipyard making $18 an hour directly afterrdquo said President DeCinque in an interview for TCC Today ldquoItrsquos a game changer for the region and the high demand fields that will drive our economyrdquo
The academy stems from TCCrsquos pre-apprentice trades program created in 2017 which as a result of increased demand outgrew the initial 5000 square-foot facility The new academy will be one of the largest run by a community college on the East coast and the only one of its kind in Virginia Current trades offered include marine coating pipe fitting pipe laying welding framing electrical HVAC roofing and sheet metal
Partners include VMA Members Virginia Ship Repair Association Colonnarsquos Shipyard Newport News Shipbuilding Lyon Shipyard Oceaneering and Teacutecnico in addition to Hampton Roads school systems and variety of construction companies
98 of the 277 students who completed the 2017 pre-apprenticeship program have found employment
NEWPORT NEWS | LAVLE USA will be collaborating with Old Dominion University (ODU) in the construction and development of a $12 million Marine Electric Propulsion Simulation lab which will develop marine electric propulsion advanced energy storage and autonomous systems technology
The lab grown out of ODUrsquos digital shipbuilding initiative will also be a place for workforce development in the shipbuilding and ship repair industries and is expected to create at least 25 high paying jobs for designers engineers programmers and analysts
The location will be strategically located near many city offices in downtown Newport News During construction a temporary lab will be housed in the EDA applied research center
LAVLE USA is a joint venture between 3DOM a Japanese battery company and Ockerman Automation which specializes in marine engineering and designsystems integration
VMA FinancesIn January 2017 VMA released the Economic Development amp Port Opportunities Analysis Report to focus on economic development activities that most fully leverage port assets This effort was deemed important enough that the Board approved the costs of the report that put VMA in a loss position for the Fiscal year that ended September 30 There were also unanticipated or higher expenses associated with the VMA leadership transition and development of the regional chapters The Associationrsquos balance sheet remains strong and the financial position is sound
VMArsquos 5-Year Strategic PlanNotable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA leadership succession and realignment of staff functions The most current edition of the Strategic plan will be made available online at VAmaritimecomstrategicplan
Thank You to the Annual Business Meeting SponsorsNauticus Bay Diesel amp Generator CV International Port City Transportation Teacutecnico VEDP VHB and Norfolk Oil Transit
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | NO
VEM
BER 2
018
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECEIPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Nov-18 YTD-18 Nov-17 YTD-17
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
Total 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
Total 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
CONTAINER
American 18 16 176 178 15 16 176 182
Foreign 98 96 1206 1176 111 104 1260 1234
Total 116 112 1382 1354 126 120 1436 1416
GENERAL
American 0 0 8 8 4 1 7 3
Foreign 7 5 97 93 2 6 83 94
Total 7 5 105 101 6 7 90 97
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 2 2 2 2
Foreign 3 3 11 11 0 0 21 22
Total 0 3 11 11 2 2 23 24
RORO
American 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2
Foreign 8 7 102 100 14 12 119 116
Total 8 7 102 101 14 12 120 118
TANKER
American 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1
Foreign 5 4 83 83 4 5 94 98
Total 5 4 84 84 4 5 94 99
AMERICAN 18 16 185 188 21 19 186 190
FOREIGN 171 167 2171 2117 193 181 2151 2127
TOTAL 189 183 2356 2305 214 200 2337 2317
October 10 month
2018 270538 2374900
2017 265490 2362923
Oct-2018 10 month 2018 Oct-2017 10 month
Hampton Roads
104798389 703650796 58137177 525941551
Other VA 3113303 36035385 5619924 167395759
Total 107911691 739686180 63757101 693337309
Nov-2018 11 month 2018 Nov-2017 11 month 2017
TOTAL 3107849 39485428 3373687 32448178
NS 1177563 15911811 1255757 13533225
Pier IX 661206 8994333 748250 7500756
DTA 1269080 14579284 1369680 11414197
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Roads Coal Piers
bull Stationarybull Note padsbull Postcardsbull Flyersbull Brochures
bull Presentation foldersbull Booklets amp magazinesbull Books (Spiral bound amp perfect bound)bull Direct mailers
bull Large formatbull Magnetsbull Stickersbull Business cards
bull Promo itemsbull Custom die cutsbull Foil letteringbull Embossing
(757) 4363331 | 931 Ventures Way Chesapeake VA 23320
YOUR FULL-SERVICE COMMERCIAL PRINTER
UPDATE
2500000
3000000
3500000
4000000
4500000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
280000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - YTD 2017 2018
THIS BULLETIN REACHESOver 1000 Industry ProfessionalsEconomic Development Groups and Businesses throughout Virginia
TAKE ADVANTAGE amp ADVERTISE
757-628-2667 lauravamarimecom
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATES
VMArsquos activities in November reflect the wide array of issues the Association is involved in on behalf of port industries Our members and constituents understand VMA is the industryrsquos voice with our elected officials and those meetings and visits continued in November
November started with VMArsquos participation in the Fall meeting of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) in Washington DC NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using US ports The agenda included updates and discussions with government and industry leaders on the topics of dredging LNG as a fuel cyber security customs and crew compliance issues and offshore wind
While in Washington DC VMA participated in a partnership meeting between the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Waterways Conference (NWC) focused on USACErsquos permitting process for projects that would alter civil works projects With VMArsquos support the NWC has pursued improvements The meeting covered key improvements that will go into effect including the use of categorical permissions similar to nationwide permits a new approach for multi-phase reviews and a more targeted approach to environmental compliance
VMA is represented on and has participated in the November 14 meeting of the City of Norfolkrsquos Hampton Boulevard Advisory Taskforce which seeks to improve safety on the very busy route that runs from the Midtown Tunnel to Naval Station Norfolk and includes neighborhoods a school Sentara Norfolk Hospital Old Dominion University and Norfolk International Terminals The Taskforce is considering the needs of all users as it considers recommendations to improve safety
On November 15 VMA led an LNG roundtable to explore the need and prospects for LNG to be offered as a fuel for vessels calling Virginiarsquos ports Ocean carriers are faced with new mandates to significantly reduce air emissions by 2020 and using LNG as a fuel is one option The roundtable brought ocean carrier representatives possible LNG providers and others in the delivery chain together to begin a dialogue about what may be needed in Virginiarsquos ports
The Virginia Harbor Safety Committee chaired by VMArsquos David White met November 29 The agenda included 2018 Hurricane Season Review and Lessons Learned Cold Weather Safety amp Public Awareness Areas of Reduced Draft the 17th Biennial National Harbor Safety Conference Agenda and Agency Briefs and Updates
ANNUAL BANQUET (Nov 2) The meeting began with a brief review of the 2018 Annual Banquet and matters requiring attention for 2019 Most of the discussion was dedicated to the identification of potential keynote speakers and topics for the 99th Annual Banquet to be held May 9 2019 Other planning matters included new ideas for banquet entertainment pricing and promotion
CARGO OWNERS (Nov 7) Following regular updates on operations and major projects the committee received an overview discussed and suggested recommended improvements to the Trucker Reservation System Other discussion topics included the extension of the ILA labor agreement until September 30 2024 the impacts of trade policy and tariffs and cost implications of steamship lines meeting the stricter emissions requirements by January 1 2020
STRATEGIC PLANNING (Nov 9) The committee conducted its annual review of VMArsquos progress against its 5-year Strategic Plan The committee made several revisions based on progress and completion of many of the action items Notable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA succession and realignment of functions
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Nov 9) Having decided upon the theme ldquoIn Search of Stabilityrdquo for the 2019 symposium the committee continued developing possible presentation topics such as tariff impacts disruptive technologies and demurrage amp detention The committee also began work on event promotions
NOMINATING (Nov 13) The committee met to consider nominations of individuals to serve as officers and directors of the Association for the years 2019 and 2020 from the many recommendations received from the VMA membership
TOWING amp BARGE (Nov 14) Following a review of regular business the committeersquos agenda included discussions about derelict vessels dredging of Norfolk Harbor bridge operations and the prospects for LNG bunkering in the Port
VMA2020 (Nov 19) The committee discussed budget matters including progress with sponsorships A review of promotional activities included progress with video productions and social media An update was provided on the compilation of a historical record and discussions of a proposed art campaign based on VMArsquos centennial
INLAND TRANSPORTATION (Nov 27) The president of the Virginia Trucking Association provided an update on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan including a review of recommended measures to reduce congestion and funding proposals It was also discussed that the Virginia Trucking Association recently met with Virginiarsquos Secretary of Transportation to discuss port productivity perception of port utilization impact on commerce and driver recruitment and retention Representatives from the City of Norfolk gave a presentation and discussed measures currently under consideration to improve safety on Hampton Boulevard in Nofolk
6
NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
7
Happy New Year from the Virginia Maritime Association
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
New Addition to the Board of Directors
VMA facilitated a roundtable discussion between potential LNG suppliers and vessel operators to address LNG as a viable fuel source for vessels that meets stricter emissions controls VMA will establish a working group to continue exploring what will work best and to keep our port ahead of the curve
Oslashrsted met with VMA member companies to present plans and specific needs of a crew transfer vessel for the two test offshore wind turbines the first step in offshore wind development for Virginia
Expansion ProjectsVirginia International Gateway (VIG) has opened four new inbound truck gate lanes put 13 new container stacks online and finished the 800-ft wharf extension By June 2019 VIG will be able to handle up to three ULCVs at once and nearly doubled its capacity
Norfolk International Terminals has nine new container stacks using new rail mounted gantry cranes Six more cranes have been delivered and construction has entered phase II Over $10M of dredging has been completed and NIT will soon be able to take ULCVs By June 2020 all 30 new stacks will be in service and capacity will increase by 46 on the same footprint
ILA Contract Extended The International Longshoreman Association (ILA) ratified a 6-year extension of the labor agreement with the USMX providing for labor peace until September 30 2024
RepresentationVMA provides consistent representation for port industries through its membership and leadership in a variety of pertinent organizations Regionally these include transportation workforce and climate impact At the state level these include trade promotion offshore wind development navigational safety maritime security and port operations VMA has leadership roles in national organizations for maritime operations and dredging
Association GrowthMembershipMembership has grown to 456 companies with 684 representatives adding 47 new member companies over the year
The VMA gained six new Anchor Members Corman Kokosing Construction Company Dewberry Engineers TMEIC Corporation Canon Virginia FLIR Maritime and McLean Contracting Company
The Future Leaders program has grown to 98 representatives from 68 different companies The 2018 program included tours of Massimo Zanetti and Continental Terminals along with exclusive industry presentations on the Seafarers Agencies of Hampton Roads the Seawall Coalition and a trade talk live session with a representative from the ZIM shipping line
VMArsquos new Maritime Leadership Certificate Program for professionals in maritime and logistics industries began accepting applications for their first class The program will coincide with Future Leader activities providing professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the maritime industry access to key industry stakeholders and helping develop critical leadership skills
Five VMA committees have new chairs the Cargo Owners Chair is Hank Selby PactivReynolds Packaging the Commerce Development Chair is Marc Marling Vanmarc Shipping the Education and Training Chair is Jennifer Palestrant SMART Center at TCC the Environmental Affairs Chair is Speaker Pollard Williams Mullen and the Warehousing and Distribution Chair is Allen Campbell Givens Logistics
Regional Chapters95 of VMArsquos member companies are outside of Hampton Roads representing the growth of our regional chapters The Southern Chapter was established this year and is led by Kimberly Clark of Hooker Furniture as their Chapter Chair The Central Virginia Chapter and the Valley Logistics Chapter both grew and had an active year
Marketing amp CommunicationsA VMA mobile app is under development and will be released in early 2019 and is designed for easy access to the membership roster interactive events anchor member lists news and more
VMArsquos social media presence has increased across the board with more followers on Twitter Facebook and LinkedIn Greater emphasis is being placed on connecting with member companies and sharing their stories
The Association supported the International Propeller Clubrsquos 92nd Annual International Convention the LogistXgames Patriotic Festival 70th Virginia Conference on World Trade Virginia Offshore Wind Executive Summit National Maritime Day HarborFest and Coffee Day at the Port
VMA recognized the efforts of the Vulcan Materials tugboat crews who secured drifting vessels during severe weather and a local studenttwo-year finalist of the NAMEPA art contest focused on ldquoBetter Shippingrdquo To increase public awareness VMA co-hosted Port Day at an ODU Monarchrsquos football game and chose to sponsor the Elizabeth River Trail that will include information and views showcasing our industry
EventsVMA 2018 events drew in over 2500 attendees that gained from executive level information experiences and networking or were exposed to the benefits and opportunities offered by Virginiarsquos ports
The VMA2020 Centennial Celebration has already drawn in 10 sponsors securing TowneBank as the Title Sponsor
Continue Reading on Page 4
3
ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
NEW SKILLED TRADES ACADEMY IN PORTSMOUTH
NEW MARINE TECH DEVELOPMENT LAB
PORTSMOUTH | On December 10th Tidewater Community College (TCC) opened their new 20000 square-foot facility an academy that will provide training for construction and maritime trades Nationwide 31 million skilled trade jobs will be vacated by 2020 and in Hampton Roads we expect 68 more job openings in skilled trades than workers to fill them over the next five years
ldquoWe can take people with zero background in skilled trades put them through a three-week pre-apprenticeship program and have them employed at a major shipyard making $18 an hour directly afterrdquo said President DeCinque in an interview for TCC Today ldquoItrsquos a game changer for the region and the high demand fields that will drive our economyrdquo
The academy stems from TCCrsquos pre-apprentice trades program created in 2017 which as a result of increased demand outgrew the initial 5000 square-foot facility The new academy will be one of the largest run by a community college on the East coast and the only one of its kind in Virginia Current trades offered include marine coating pipe fitting pipe laying welding framing electrical HVAC roofing and sheet metal
Partners include VMA Members Virginia Ship Repair Association Colonnarsquos Shipyard Newport News Shipbuilding Lyon Shipyard Oceaneering and Teacutecnico in addition to Hampton Roads school systems and variety of construction companies
98 of the 277 students who completed the 2017 pre-apprenticeship program have found employment
NEWPORT NEWS | LAVLE USA will be collaborating with Old Dominion University (ODU) in the construction and development of a $12 million Marine Electric Propulsion Simulation lab which will develop marine electric propulsion advanced energy storage and autonomous systems technology
The lab grown out of ODUrsquos digital shipbuilding initiative will also be a place for workforce development in the shipbuilding and ship repair industries and is expected to create at least 25 high paying jobs for designers engineers programmers and analysts
The location will be strategically located near many city offices in downtown Newport News During construction a temporary lab will be housed in the EDA applied research center
LAVLE USA is a joint venture between 3DOM a Japanese battery company and Ockerman Automation which specializes in marine engineering and designsystems integration
VMA FinancesIn January 2017 VMA released the Economic Development amp Port Opportunities Analysis Report to focus on economic development activities that most fully leverage port assets This effort was deemed important enough that the Board approved the costs of the report that put VMA in a loss position for the Fiscal year that ended September 30 There were also unanticipated or higher expenses associated with the VMA leadership transition and development of the regional chapters The Associationrsquos balance sheet remains strong and the financial position is sound
VMArsquos 5-Year Strategic PlanNotable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA leadership succession and realignment of staff functions The most current edition of the Strategic plan will be made available online at VAmaritimecomstrategicplan
Thank You to the Annual Business Meeting SponsorsNauticus Bay Diesel amp Generator CV International Port City Transportation Teacutecnico VEDP VHB and Norfolk Oil Transit
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | NO
VEM
BER 2
018
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECEIPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Nov-18 YTD-18 Nov-17 YTD-17
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
Total 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
Total 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
CONTAINER
American 18 16 176 178 15 16 176 182
Foreign 98 96 1206 1176 111 104 1260 1234
Total 116 112 1382 1354 126 120 1436 1416
GENERAL
American 0 0 8 8 4 1 7 3
Foreign 7 5 97 93 2 6 83 94
Total 7 5 105 101 6 7 90 97
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 2 2 2 2
Foreign 3 3 11 11 0 0 21 22
Total 0 3 11 11 2 2 23 24
RORO
American 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2
Foreign 8 7 102 100 14 12 119 116
Total 8 7 102 101 14 12 120 118
TANKER
American 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1
Foreign 5 4 83 83 4 5 94 98
Total 5 4 84 84 4 5 94 99
AMERICAN 18 16 185 188 21 19 186 190
FOREIGN 171 167 2171 2117 193 181 2151 2127
TOTAL 189 183 2356 2305 214 200 2337 2317
October 10 month
2018 270538 2374900
2017 265490 2362923
Oct-2018 10 month 2018 Oct-2017 10 month
Hampton Roads
104798389 703650796 58137177 525941551
Other VA 3113303 36035385 5619924 167395759
Total 107911691 739686180 63757101 693337309
Nov-2018 11 month 2018 Nov-2017 11 month 2017
TOTAL 3107849 39485428 3373687 32448178
NS 1177563 15911811 1255757 13533225
Pier IX 661206 8994333 748250 7500756
DTA 1269080 14579284 1369680 11414197
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Roads Coal Piers
bull Stationarybull Note padsbull Postcardsbull Flyersbull Brochures
bull Presentation foldersbull Booklets amp magazinesbull Books (Spiral bound amp perfect bound)bull Direct mailers
bull Large formatbull Magnetsbull Stickersbull Business cards
bull Promo itemsbull Custom die cutsbull Foil letteringbull Embossing
(757) 4363331 | 931 Ventures Way Chesapeake VA 23320
YOUR FULL-SERVICE COMMERCIAL PRINTER
UPDATE
2500000
3000000
3500000
4000000
4500000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
280000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - YTD 2017 2018
THIS BULLETIN REACHESOver 1000 Industry ProfessionalsEconomic Development Groups and Businesses throughout Virginia
TAKE ADVANTAGE amp ADVERTISE
757-628-2667 lauravamarimecom
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATES
VMArsquos activities in November reflect the wide array of issues the Association is involved in on behalf of port industries Our members and constituents understand VMA is the industryrsquos voice with our elected officials and those meetings and visits continued in November
November started with VMArsquos participation in the Fall meeting of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) in Washington DC NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using US ports The agenda included updates and discussions with government and industry leaders on the topics of dredging LNG as a fuel cyber security customs and crew compliance issues and offshore wind
While in Washington DC VMA participated in a partnership meeting between the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Waterways Conference (NWC) focused on USACErsquos permitting process for projects that would alter civil works projects With VMArsquos support the NWC has pursued improvements The meeting covered key improvements that will go into effect including the use of categorical permissions similar to nationwide permits a new approach for multi-phase reviews and a more targeted approach to environmental compliance
VMA is represented on and has participated in the November 14 meeting of the City of Norfolkrsquos Hampton Boulevard Advisory Taskforce which seeks to improve safety on the very busy route that runs from the Midtown Tunnel to Naval Station Norfolk and includes neighborhoods a school Sentara Norfolk Hospital Old Dominion University and Norfolk International Terminals The Taskforce is considering the needs of all users as it considers recommendations to improve safety
On November 15 VMA led an LNG roundtable to explore the need and prospects for LNG to be offered as a fuel for vessels calling Virginiarsquos ports Ocean carriers are faced with new mandates to significantly reduce air emissions by 2020 and using LNG as a fuel is one option The roundtable brought ocean carrier representatives possible LNG providers and others in the delivery chain together to begin a dialogue about what may be needed in Virginiarsquos ports
The Virginia Harbor Safety Committee chaired by VMArsquos David White met November 29 The agenda included 2018 Hurricane Season Review and Lessons Learned Cold Weather Safety amp Public Awareness Areas of Reduced Draft the 17th Biennial National Harbor Safety Conference Agenda and Agency Briefs and Updates
ANNUAL BANQUET (Nov 2) The meeting began with a brief review of the 2018 Annual Banquet and matters requiring attention for 2019 Most of the discussion was dedicated to the identification of potential keynote speakers and topics for the 99th Annual Banquet to be held May 9 2019 Other planning matters included new ideas for banquet entertainment pricing and promotion
CARGO OWNERS (Nov 7) Following regular updates on operations and major projects the committee received an overview discussed and suggested recommended improvements to the Trucker Reservation System Other discussion topics included the extension of the ILA labor agreement until September 30 2024 the impacts of trade policy and tariffs and cost implications of steamship lines meeting the stricter emissions requirements by January 1 2020
STRATEGIC PLANNING (Nov 9) The committee conducted its annual review of VMArsquos progress against its 5-year Strategic Plan The committee made several revisions based on progress and completion of many of the action items Notable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA succession and realignment of functions
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Nov 9) Having decided upon the theme ldquoIn Search of Stabilityrdquo for the 2019 symposium the committee continued developing possible presentation topics such as tariff impacts disruptive technologies and demurrage amp detention The committee also began work on event promotions
NOMINATING (Nov 13) The committee met to consider nominations of individuals to serve as officers and directors of the Association for the years 2019 and 2020 from the many recommendations received from the VMA membership
TOWING amp BARGE (Nov 14) Following a review of regular business the committeersquos agenda included discussions about derelict vessels dredging of Norfolk Harbor bridge operations and the prospects for LNG bunkering in the Port
VMA2020 (Nov 19) The committee discussed budget matters including progress with sponsorships A review of promotional activities included progress with video productions and social media An update was provided on the compilation of a historical record and discussions of a proposed art campaign based on VMArsquos centennial
INLAND TRANSPORTATION (Nov 27) The president of the Virginia Trucking Association provided an update on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan including a review of recommended measures to reduce congestion and funding proposals It was also discussed that the Virginia Trucking Association recently met with Virginiarsquos Secretary of Transportation to discuss port productivity perception of port utilization impact on commerce and driver recruitment and retention Representatives from the City of Norfolk gave a presentation and discussed measures currently under consideration to improve safety on Hampton Boulevard in Nofolk
6
NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
7
Happy New Year from the Virginia Maritime Association
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
ANNUAL BUSINESS (CONT)
NEW SKILLED TRADES ACADEMY IN PORTSMOUTH
NEW MARINE TECH DEVELOPMENT LAB
PORTSMOUTH | On December 10th Tidewater Community College (TCC) opened their new 20000 square-foot facility an academy that will provide training for construction and maritime trades Nationwide 31 million skilled trade jobs will be vacated by 2020 and in Hampton Roads we expect 68 more job openings in skilled trades than workers to fill them over the next five years
ldquoWe can take people with zero background in skilled trades put them through a three-week pre-apprenticeship program and have them employed at a major shipyard making $18 an hour directly afterrdquo said President DeCinque in an interview for TCC Today ldquoItrsquos a game changer for the region and the high demand fields that will drive our economyrdquo
The academy stems from TCCrsquos pre-apprentice trades program created in 2017 which as a result of increased demand outgrew the initial 5000 square-foot facility The new academy will be one of the largest run by a community college on the East coast and the only one of its kind in Virginia Current trades offered include marine coating pipe fitting pipe laying welding framing electrical HVAC roofing and sheet metal
Partners include VMA Members Virginia Ship Repair Association Colonnarsquos Shipyard Newport News Shipbuilding Lyon Shipyard Oceaneering and Teacutecnico in addition to Hampton Roads school systems and variety of construction companies
98 of the 277 students who completed the 2017 pre-apprenticeship program have found employment
NEWPORT NEWS | LAVLE USA will be collaborating with Old Dominion University (ODU) in the construction and development of a $12 million Marine Electric Propulsion Simulation lab which will develop marine electric propulsion advanced energy storage and autonomous systems technology
The lab grown out of ODUrsquos digital shipbuilding initiative will also be a place for workforce development in the shipbuilding and ship repair industries and is expected to create at least 25 high paying jobs for designers engineers programmers and analysts
The location will be strategically located near many city offices in downtown Newport News During construction a temporary lab will be housed in the EDA applied research center
LAVLE USA is a joint venture between 3DOM a Japanese battery company and Ockerman Automation which specializes in marine engineering and designsystems integration
VMA FinancesIn January 2017 VMA released the Economic Development amp Port Opportunities Analysis Report to focus on economic development activities that most fully leverage port assets This effort was deemed important enough that the Board approved the costs of the report that put VMA in a loss position for the Fiscal year that ended September 30 There were also unanticipated or higher expenses associated with the VMA leadership transition and development of the regional chapters The Associationrsquos balance sheet remains strong and the financial position is sound
VMArsquos 5-Year Strategic PlanNotable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA leadership succession and realignment of staff functions The most current edition of the Strategic plan will be made available online at VAmaritimecomstrategicplan
Thank You to the Annual Business Meeting SponsorsNauticus Bay Diesel amp Generator CV International Port City Transportation Teacutecnico VEDP VHB and Norfolk Oil Transit
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | NO
VEM
BER 2
018
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECEIPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Nov-18 YTD-18 Nov-17 YTD-17
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
Total 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
Total 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
CONTAINER
American 18 16 176 178 15 16 176 182
Foreign 98 96 1206 1176 111 104 1260 1234
Total 116 112 1382 1354 126 120 1436 1416
GENERAL
American 0 0 8 8 4 1 7 3
Foreign 7 5 97 93 2 6 83 94
Total 7 5 105 101 6 7 90 97
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 2 2 2 2
Foreign 3 3 11 11 0 0 21 22
Total 0 3 11 11 2 2 23 24
RORO
American 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2
Foreign 8 7 102 100 14 12 119 116
Total 8 7 102 101 14 12 120 118
TANKER
American 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1
Foreign 5 4 83 83 4 5 94 98
Total 5 4 84 84 4 5 94 99
AMERICAN 18 16 185 188 21 19 186 190
FOREIGN 171 167 2171 2117 193 181 2151 2127
TOTAL 189 183 2356 2305 214 200 2337 2317
October 10 month
2018 270538 2374900
2017 265490 2362923
Oct-2018 10 month 2018 Oct-2017 10 month
Hampton Roads
104798389 703650796 58137177 525941551
Other VA 3113303 36035385 5619924 167395759
Total 107911691 739686180 63757101 693337309
Nov-2018 11 month 2018 Nov-2017 11 month 2017
TOTAL 3107849 39485428 3373687 32448178
NS 1177563 15911811 1255757 13533225
Pier IX 661206 8994333 748250 7500756
DTA 1269080 14579284 1369680 11414197
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Roads Coal Piers
bull Stationarybull Note padsbull Postcardsbull Flyersbull Brochures
bull Presentation foldersbull Booklets amp magazinesbull Books (Spiral bound amp perfect bound)bull Direct mailers
bull Large formatbull Magnetsbull Stickersbull Business cards
bull Promo itemsbull Custom die cutsbull Foil letteringbull Embossing
(757) 4363331 | 931 Ventures Way Chesapeake VA 23320
YOUR FULL-SERVICE COMMERCIAL PRINTER
UPDATE
2500000
3000000
3500000
4000000
4500000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
280000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - YTD 2017 2018
THIS BULLETIN REACHESOver 1000 Industry ProfessionalsEconomic Development Groups and Businesses throughout Virginia
TAKE ADVANTAGE amp ADVERTISE
757-628-2667 lauravamarimecom
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATES
VMArsquos activities in November reflect the wide array of issues the Association is involved in on behalf of port industries Our members and constituents understand VMA is the industryrsquos voice with our elected officials and those meetings and visits continued in November
November started with VMArsquos participation in the Fall meeting of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) in Washington DC NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using US ports The agenda included updates and discussions with government and industry leaders on the topics of dredging LNG as a fuel cyber security customs and crew compliance issues and offshore wind
While in Washington DC VMA participated in a partnership meeting between the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Waterways Conference (NWC) focused on USACErsquos permitting process for projects that would alter civil works projects With VMArsquos support the NWC has pursued improvements The meeting covered key improvements that will go into effect including the use of categorical permissions similar to nationwide permits a new approach for multi-phase reviews and a more targeted approach to environmental compliance
VMA is represented on and has participated in the November 14 meeting of the City of Norfolkrsquos Hampton Boulevard Advisory Taskforce which seeks to improve safety on the very busy route that runs from the Midtown Tunnel to Naval Station Norfolk and includes neighborhoods a school Sentara Norfolk Hospital Old Dominion University and Norfolk International Terminals The Taskforce is considering the needs of all users as it considers recommendations to improve safety
On November 15 VMA led an LNG roundtable to explore the need and prospects for LNG to be offered as a fuel for vessels calling Virginiarsquos ports Ocean carriers are faced with new mandates to significantly reduce air emissions by 2020 and using LNG as a fuel is one option The roundtable brought ocean carrier representatives possible LNG providers and others in the delivery chain together to begin a dialogue about what may be needed in Virginiarsquos ports
The Virginia Harbor Safety Committee chaired by VMArsquos David White met November 29 The agenda included 2018 Hurricane Season Review and Lessons Learned Cold Weather Safety amp Public Awareness Areas of Reduced Draft the 17th Biennial National Harbor Safety Conference Agenda and Agency Briefs and Updates
ANNUAL BANQUET (Nov 2) The meeting began with a brief review of the 2018 Annual Banquet and matters requiring attention for 2019 Most of the discussion was dedicated to the identification of potential keynote speakers and topics for the 99th Annual Banquet to be held May 9 2019 Other planning matters included new ideas for banquet entertainment pricing and promotion
CARGO OWNERS (Nov 7) Following regular updates on operations and major projects the committee received an overview discussed and suggested recommended improvements to the Trucker Reservation System Other discussion topics included the extension of the ILA labor agreement until September 30 2024 the impacts of trade policy and tariffs and cost implications of steamship lines meeting the stricter emissions requirements by January 1 2020
STRATEGIC PLANNING (Nov 9) The committee conducted its annual review of VMArsquos progress against its 5-year Strategic Plan The committee made several revisions based on progress and completion of many of the action items Notable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA succession and realignment of functions
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Nov 9) Having decided upon the theme ldquoIn Search of Stabilityrdquo for the 2019 symposium the committee continued developing possible presentation topics such as tariff impacts disruptive technologies and demurrage amp detention The committee also began work on event promotions
NOMINATING (Nov 13) The committee met to consider nominations of individuals to serve as officers and directors of the Association for the years 2019 and 2020 from the many recommendations received from the VMA membership
TOWING amp BARGE (Nov 14) Following a review of regular business the committeersquos agenda included discussions about derelict vessels dredging of Norfolk Harbor bridge operations and the prospects for LNG bunkering in the Port
VMA2020 (Nov 19) The committee discussed budget matters including progress with sponsorships A review of promotional activities included progress with video productions and social media An update was provided on the compilation of a historical record and discussions of a proposed art campaign based on VMArsquos centennial
INLAND TRANSPORTATION (Nov 27) The president of the Virginia Trucking Association provided an update on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan including a review of recommended measures to reduce congestion and funding proposals It was also discussed that the Virginia Trucking Association recently met with Virginiarsquos Secretary of Transportation to discuss port productivity perception of port utilization impact on commerce and driver recruitment and retention Representatives from the City of Norfolk gave a presentation and discussed measures currently under consideration to improve safety on Hampton Boulevard in Nofolk
6
NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
7
Happy New Year from the Virginia Maritime Association
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
PORT STATISTIC
S | NO
VEM
BER 2
018
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECEIPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Nov-18 YTD-18 Nov-17 YTD-17
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
Total 17 14 173 160 19 16 168 147
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
Total 33 38 499 494 43 38 406 416
CONTAINER
American 18 16 176 178 15 16 176 182
Foreign 98 96 1206 1176 111 104 1260 1234
Total 116 112 1382 1354 126 120 1436 1416
GENERAL
American 0 0 8 8 4 1 7 3
Foreign 7 5 97 93 2 6 83 94
Total 7 5 105 101 6 7 90 97
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 2 2 2 2
Foreign 3 3 11 11 0 0 21 22
Total 0 3 11 11 2 2 23 24
RORO
American 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2
Foreign 8 7 102 100 14 12 119 116
Total 8 7 102 101 14 12 120 118
TANKER
American 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1
Foreign 5 4 83 83 4 5 94 98
Total 5 4 84 84 4 5 94 99
AMERICAN 18 16 185 188 21 19 186 190
FOREIGN 171 167 2171 2117 193 181 2151 2127
TOTAL 189 183 2356 2305 214 200 2337 2317
October 10 month
2018 270538 2374900
2017 265490 2362923
Oct-2018 10 month 2018 Oct-2017 10 month
Hampton Roads
104798389 703650796 58137177 525941551
Other VA 3113303 36035385 5619924 167395759
Total 107911691 739686180 63757101 693337309
Nov-2018 11 month 2018 Nov-2017 11 month 2017
TOTAL 3107849 39485428 3373687 32448178
NS 1177563 15911811 1255757 13533225
Pier IX 661206 8994333 748250 7500756
DTA 1269080 14579284 1369680 11414197
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Roads Coal Piers
bull Stationarybull Note padsbull Postcardsbull Flyersbull Brochures
bull Presentation foldersbull Booklets amp magazinesbull Books (Spiral bound amp perfect bound)bull Direct mailers
bull Large formatbull Magnetsbull Stickersbull Business cards
bull Promo itemsbull Custom die cutsbull Foil letteringbull Embossing
(757) 4363331 | 931 Ventures Way Chesapeake VA 23320
YOUR FULL-SERVICE COMMERCIAL PRINTER
UPDATE
2500000
3000000
3500000
4000000
4500000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
280000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - YTD 2017 2018
THIS BULLETIN REACHESOver 1000 Industry ProfessionalsEconomic Development Groups and Businesses throughout Virginia
TAKE ADVANTAGE amp ADVERTISE
757-628-2667 lauravamarimecom
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATES
VMArsquos activities in November reflect the wide array of issues the Association is involved in on behalf of port industries Our members and constituents understand VMA is the industryrsquos voice with our elected officials and those meetings and visits continued in November
November started with VMArsquos participation in the Fall meeting of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) in Washington DC NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using US ports The agenda included updates and discussions with government and industry leaders on the topics of dredging LNG as a fuel cyber security customs and crew compliance issues and offshore wind
While in Washington DC VMA participated in a partnership meeting between the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Waterways Conference (NWC) focused on USACErsquos permitting process for projects that would alter civil works projects With VMArsquos support the NWC has pursued improvements The meeting covered key improvements that will go into effect including the use of categorical permissions similar to nationwide permits a new approach for multi-phase reviews and a more targeted approach to environmental compliance
VMA is represented on and has participated in the November 14 meeting of the City of Norfolkrsquos Hampton Boulevard Advisory Taskforce which seeks to improve safety on the very busy route that runs from the Midtown Tunnel to Naval Station Norfolk and includes neighborhoods a school Sentara Norfolk Hospital Old Dominion University and Norfolk International Terminals The Taskforce is considering the needs of all users as it considers recommendations to improve safety
On November 15 VMA led an LNG roundtable to explore the need and prospects for LNG to be offered as a fuel for vessels calling Virginiarsquos ports Ocean carriers are faced with new mandates to significantly reduce air emissions by 2020 and using LNG as a fuel is one option The roundtable brought ocean carrier representatives possible LNG providers and others in the delivery chain together to begin a dialogue about what may be needed in Virginiarsquos ports
The Virginia Harbor Safety Committee chaired by VMArsquos David White met November 29 The agenda included 2018 Hurricane Season Review and Lessons Learned Cold Weather Safety amp Public Awareness Areas of Reduced Draft the 17th Biennial National Harbor Safety Conference Agenda and Agency Briefs and Updates
ANNUAL BANQUET (Nov 2) The meeting began with a brief review of the 2018 Annual Banquet and matters requiring attention for 2019 Most of the discussion was dedicated to the identification of potential keynote speakers and topics for the 99th Annual Banquet to be held May 9 2019 Other planning matters included new ideas for banquet entertainment pricing and promotion
CARGO OWNERS (Nov 7) Following regular updates on operations and major projects the committee received an overview discussed and suggested recommended improvements to the Trucker Reservation System Other discussion topics included the extension of the ILA labor agreement until September 30 2024 the impacts of trade policy and tariffs and cost implications of steamship lines meeting the stricter emissions requirements by January 1 2020
STRATEGIC PLANNING (Nov 9) The committee conducted its annual review of VMArsquos progress against its 5-year Strategic Plan The committee made several revisions based on progress and completion of many of the action items Notable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA succession and realignment of functions
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Nov 9) Having decided upon the theme ldquoIn Search of Stabilityrdquo for the 2019 symposium the committee continued developing possible presentation topics such as tariff impacts disruptive technologies and demurrage amp detention The committee also began work on event promotions
NOMINATING (Nov 13) The committee met to consider nominations of individuals to serve as officers and directors of the Association for the years 2019 and 2020 from the many recommendations received from the VMA membership
TOWING amp BARGE (Nov 14) Following a review of regular business the committeersquos agenda included discussions about derelict vessels dredging of Norfolk Harbor bridge operations and the prospects for LNG bunkering in the Port
VMA2020 (Nov 19) The committee discussed budget matters including progress with sponsorships A review of promotional activities included progress with video productions and social media An update was provided on the compilation of a historical record and discussions of a proposed art campaign based on VMArsquos centennial
INLAND TRANSPORTATION (Nov 27) The president of the Virginia Trucking Association provided an update on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan including a review of recommended measures to reduce congestion and funding proposals It was also discussed that the Virginia Trucking Association recently met with Virginiarsquos Secretary of Transportation to discuss port productivity perception of port utilization impact on commerce and driver recruitment and retention Representatives from the City of Norfolk gave a presentation and discussed measures currently under consideration to improve safety on Hampton Boulevard in Nofolk
6
NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
7
Happy New Year from the Virginia Maritime Association
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATES
VMArsquos activities in November reflect the wide array of issues the Association is involved in on behalf of port industries Our members and constituents understand VMA is the industryrsquos voice with our elected officials and those meetings and visits continued in November
November started with VMArsquos participation in the Fall meeting of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) in Washington DC NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using US ports The agenda included updates and discussions with government and industry leaders on the topics of dredging LNG as a fuel cyber security customs and crew compliance issues and offshore wind
While in Washington DC VMA participated in a partnership meeting between the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the National Waterways Conference (NWC) focused on USACErsquos permitting process for projects that would alter civil works projects With VMArsquos support the NWC has pursued improvements The meeting covered key improvements that will go into effect including the use of categorical permissions similar to nationwide permits a new approach for multi-phase reviews and a more targeted approach to environmental compliance
VMA is represented on and has participated in the November 14 meeting of the City of Norfolkrsquos Hampton Boulevard Advisory Taskforce which seeks to improve safety on the very busy route that runs from the Midtown Tunnel to Naval Station Norfolk and includes neighborhoods a school Sentara Norfolk Hospital Old Dominion University and Norfolk International Terminals The Taskforce is considering the needs of all users as it considers recommendations to improve safety
On November 15 VMA led an LNG roundtable to explore the need and prospects for LNG to be offered as a fuel for vessels calling Virginiarsquos ports Ocean carriers are faced with new mandates to significantly reduce air emissions by 2020 and using LNG as a fuel is one option The roundtable brought ocean carrier representatives possible LNG providers and others in the delivery chain together to begin a dialogue about what may be needed in Virginiarsquos ports
The Virginia Harbor Safety Committee chaired by VMArsquos David White met November 29 The agenda included 2018 Hurricane Season Review and Lessons Learned Cold Weather Safety amp Public Awareness Areas of Reduced Draft the 17th Biennial National Harbor Safety Conference Agenda and Agency Briefs and Updates
ANNUAL BANQUET (Nov 2) The meeting began with a brief review of the 2018 Annual Banquet and matters requiring attention for 2019 Most of the discussion was dedicated to the identification of potential keynote speakers and topics for the 99th Annual Banquet to be held May 9 2019 Other planning matters included new ideas for banquet entertainment pricing and promotion
CARGO OWNERS (Nov 7) Following regular updates on operations and major projects the committee received an overview discussed and suggested recommended improvements to the Trucker Reservation System Other discussion topics included the extension of the ILA labor agreement until September 30 2024 the impacts of trade policy and tariffs and cost implications of steamship lines meeting the stricter emissions requirements by January 1 2020
STRATEGIC PLANNING (Nov 9) The committee conducted its annual review of VMArsquos progress against its 5-year Strategic Plan The committee made several revisions based on progress and completion of many of the action items Notable accomplishments in 2018 included regional chapter development growth of Future Leaders establishment of the Maritime Leadership Certificate Program and VMA succession and realignment of functions
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Nov 9) Having decided upon the theme ldquoIn Search of Stabilityrdquo for the 2019 symposium the committee continued developing possible presentation topics such as tariff impacts disruptive technologies and demurrage amp detention The committee also began work on event promotions
NOMINATING (Nov 13) The committee met to consider nominations of individuals to serve as officers and directors of the Association for the years 2019 and 2020 from the many recommendations received from the VMA membership
TOWING amp BARGE (Nov 14) Following a review of regular business the committeersquos agenda included discussions about derelict vessels dredging of Norfolk Harbor bridge operations and the prospects for LNG bunkering in the Port
VMA2020 (Nov 19) The committee discussed budget matters including progress with sponsorships A review of promotional activities included progress with video productions and social media An update was provided on the compilation of a historical record and discussions of a proposed art campaign based on VMArsquos centennial
INLAND TRANSPORTATION (Nov 27) The president of the Virginia Trucking Association provided an update on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan including a review of recommended measures to reduce congestion and funding proposals It was also discussed that the Virginia Trucking Association recently met with Virginiarsquos Secretary of Transportation to discuss port productivity perception of port utilization impact on commerce and driver recruitment and retention Representatives from the City of Norfolk gave a presentation and discussed measures currently under consideration to improve safety on Hampton Boulevard in Nofolk
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NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
7
Happy New Year from the Virginia Maritime Association
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
NEW MEMBERS
LOLLAR LAW PLLC Law Firm 109 E Main Street Suite 501Norfolk VA 23510 wwwlollarlawcom
hMatthew J Lollar Marketing Manager (757) 644 4657 stafflollarlawcom
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS
BAY DIESEL CORPORATION Diesel Engine and Generator Repair3736 Cook Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323wwwbaydieselcom
hJohn Small Project Manager (757) 485 0075 johnsmallbaydieselcom
BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMANBanksInvestments and Mortgage Loans140 Broadway New York NY 10005 wwwbbhcomen usprivate banking
hJohn A Harms Commodities amp Logistics Banking (212) 493 7990 johnharmsbbhcom
SJS INDUSTRIAL Auto Repair 2401 Bowland Parkway Virginia Beach VA 23454 wwwsjsindustrialnet
hMary B Ballard Account Executive (757) 390 0237 mballardsjsindustrialnet
SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT INC Crane Service Heavy Lift 3534 Business Center Drive Chesapeake VA 23323 wwwsieliftcom
hShannon Furbee Major Account Manager (757) 506 4868 sfurbeesieliftcom
hDave Heinz Branch Manager (757) 512 1024 dheinzsieliftcom 5130 Commerce Road Richmond VA 23234
hRyan DesRoches Territory Manager (804) 714 0779 rdesrochessieliftcom
ENVIVA BIOMASS Terminal Operators1000 Enviva Way Chesapeake VA 23323wwwenvivabiomasscom
hAaron Anseeuw Port Manager Future Leader (757) 297 2487 aaronanseeuwenvivabiomasscom
GIVENS LOGISTICS LLC Warehouse 1720 S Military Highway Chesapeake VA 23320 wwwgivenscom
hTrevor Dunlap Director of Operations (757) 233 4300 tdunlapgivenscom
T PARKER HOST INC Steamship Owners Agents Operators 150 W Main Street Suite 1500Norfolk VA 23510wwwtparkerhostcom
hStephanie L Richely Commercial Support Analyst Future Leader (757) 627 6286 aahlemey mcallistertowingcom
hJanelle D Clarke Marketing manager (757) 390 6322 janelleclarke tparkerhostcom
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY Port and Industrial Development Organizations 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23523wwwportofvirginiacom
hMatthew Barnes Smith SVP Administration Services and Compliance Future Leader (757) 440 7216 mbarnessmith portofvirginiacom
Two of VMArsquos Chapters Central and the Valley Logistics (pictured) hosted holiday parties in early December For upcoming events and to learn more about our chapters please visit wwwVAmaritimecomRegionalChapters
7
Happy New Year from the Virginia Maritime Association
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
$35 FOR MEMBERS BY 110
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME Mixer on Thursday January 17thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking wwwVAmaritimecomEvents
Chickrsquos Oyster Bar 2143 Vista Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451
$45 Non-Members$45 NON-MEMBERS Anchor Members
P L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyBank of America
Capes Shipping AgenciesCBRE | Hampton Roads
Corman Kokosing Construction CompanyCPampO LLC
Dewberry Engineers IncGreat Lakes Dredge amp Dock Co
Norfolk Oil Transit Inc
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Customs Brokers amp Intrsquol Freight Forwarders Assn Casey Goins bull cgoinscvinternationalcom
Hampton Roads Coal Association Edward Falis bull 928-0484 ex 106 wwwhrcoalorg
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council Jeffrey Estes bull 567-8831 wwwhrgccorg
Hampton Roads Traffic ClubDennis Wilsonbull 543-1941wwwHamptonRoadsTrafficCluborg
Propeller Club - Port of NorfolkNoel Stokes wwwPropellerClubNorfolkorg Shenandoah Valley Traffic Club Chad Brant bull (540) 398-9923
Tidewater Motor Truck Association Marguerite Frier bull 558-7614 wwwtmtavaorg
Virginia Ship Repair Association Sylvia Bell bull 233-7034 wwwVirginiaShipRepairorg
Virginia International Business Council wwwvaibcorg
T Parker HostPort City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHBVirginia Pilot Association
Pender amp Coward PCSeaGate Terminals LLC
SunTrust BankTeacutecnico CorporationTMEIC CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
