INSIDE THIS EDITION hEmail Advertising Coming in March (2) hFeatured Image New RMG (2) hVMA Symposium Topics (3)
hNew Port Truck Tracking System (4) hCarnival Cruises - Homeport Hiatus for Norfolk in 2018 (4)
hNew Oil Tanker ldquoThe Lesney Byrdrdquo (4)
GENERAL ASSEMBLY BUDGETS FUND WIDENING amp DEEPENING
BRIEFING DEBUTS PORT OPPORTUNITIES ROAD MAP
Sunday February 18 the Virginia House of Delegates Committee on Appropriations and the Senate Finance Committee both released their versions of a two-year budget proposal for the Commonwealth of Virginia Both budget proposals included $20 million for advancing the planning and preliminary engineering requirements for widening and dredging of the Norfolk Harbor Channel to 55 feet and dredging the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River to 45 feet
The House budget also contains $330 million in bond authorization for the entire statersquos share of the dredging project which sends a very strong signal to the global marketplace that Virginia is committed to this project and is open for business
When presenting the House budget proposal House Appropriations Committee chairman Chris Jones stated ldquoThe Port of Virginia remains one of the key economic drivers of our economy But in this competitive international environment more must be done to ensure Virginiarsquos port remains positioned to be the top east coast port throughout the 21st century I am pleased to report we are including $350 million in funding to allow the Virginia Port Authority to build on its momentum and proceed at once with the much needed deepening and widening of the channels Included in this amount is $20 million in Commonwealth Transportation Funds to immediately begin the preliminary engineering and design as well as $330 million in bonds to fully fund the statersquos share of this critically needed projectrdquo
Just ten days prior members of the Virginia Maritime Association participated in the 11th annual Port Day at the General Assembly The VMA delegation met with Delegates and Senators explaining the need and the Commonwealthrsquos economic interest in a ldquoWider Deeper Saferrdquo Port of Virginia
Bettina Ring Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry addressed VMA members for Port Day 2018 (From Left Bettina Ring Art Moye David White)
NORFOLK | Members of the Virginia Maritime Association met for a Membership Briefing on February 13 2018 at the Norfolk Yacht and Country Club Speakers discussed a recently released report addressing ldquoEconomic Development and Port Opportunities ndash Strategies for Growthrdquo
The guest speakers included John Reinhart Executive Director and CEO of the Virginia Port Authority Joe Dunlap Managing Director of CBRE and Stephen Moret President and CEO of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership
The report was the product of a 4-month effort performed by CBRE and funded by ReInvent Hampton Roads The Port of Virginia Virginia Maritime Association and Virginia Economic Development
Partnership in addition to the Economic Development Departments of the Cities of Chesapeake Newport News Norfolk Portsmouth Richmond Suffolk and Virginia Beach
Project objectives were to
h Create Jobs and Stimulate Capital Investment in the Region and Commonwealth
h Uncover Weaknesses and Opportunities of the Port and Region
h Benchmark the Port of Virginia against other Comparable Ports
h Identify Specific Industries to Target in Economic Development efforts
Continue Reading on Page 3
Continue Reading on Page 2
1
ldquoThe Voice of Port IndustriesrdquoVolume 82 No 2 February 2018
OFFICERSChairman of the BoardRaymond A Newlon
PresidentScott Wheeler
Vice PresidentsMichael W Coleman George BrownRolf A Williams
Executive Vice President amp Secretary Arthur W Moye Jr
Treasurer Judy M Barrett
Assistant Treasurer Keith Helton
STAFFVice PresidentDavid C White
ControllerSam Davis
Communications ampMembership DirectorAshley K McLeod
Executive AssistantJanice SSheavly
Events Coordinator amp Accounting AssistantJennifer N Parham Marketing Coordinator amp Network AssistantLaura V Bird
Membership amp Publications CoordinatorSusan N Wisniewski
The MARITIME BULLETIN is provided through membership
For those interested in advertising please email
lauravamaritimecom
Follow Us on Social MediaVAmaritime
FEATURED IMAGE NEW RMG CRANES ARRIVESix new rail-mounted gantry cranes arrived in Norfolk on Friday February 2 2018 part of an 86-crane order with the Finish company Konecranes Virginia companies PortRail Crane Services (Portsmouth) and TMEIC (Roanoke) will assist with assembly and managing the software technology respectively The cranes are part of the expansion projects going on at Virginia International Gateway ($320M investment) and Norfolk International Terminals ($350M state funding advocated for by the VMA)
EMAIL ADVERTISING TO COME IN MARCHThe Virginia Maritime Association is happy to announce that VMA members will be able to advertise in our daily emails
We developed a new daily email template that offers advertising space to provide VMA members the opportunity to increase visibility among potential clients and partners while also keeping in mind that the industry information is the primary focus
Recognition in event promotional emails will continue to be exclusive to the event sponsors and will NOT be included with the daily email advertising package
We highly encourage advertisers to take advantage of multiple publications for better overall exposure Advertisers in the 2018 Virginia Ports Annual will recieve a 25 discount on all other advertisements purchased this year including emails
Email advertising will begin in March 2018
For Pricing amp Packages www VAmaritimecomadvertise
Your Advertising Options
h Daily Email Advertisements (limited spots available) h Logo Exposure in Daily Emails (limited spots available) h Virginia Ports Annual - Advertise amp get a discount on other advertising h Maritime Bulletin Advertisements (limited spots available)
For questions please contact lauravamaritimecom 757-628-2667
LOGOS
Following their meetings with legislators Port Day attendees gathered for lunch and comments from Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Bettina Ring Secretary Ring spoke of the opportunities to increase the sales of Virginiarsquos agricultural exports through the Port of Virginia ndash noting that deeper channels would reduce transportation costs to make Virginiarsquos agricultural goods more competitive in the global market
VMA strongly supports fully funding the widening and deepening the Port of Virginiarsquos harbor and channels believing that now is the time to secure the future of our Port and the economic wellbeing of our Commonwealth
GENERAL ASSEMBLY (CONT)
2
VMArsquos International Trade Symposium to be held May 9-11 2018 will feature a series of panels addressing ldquoTrends and Disruptors in Global Logisticsrdquo
ldquoSECURING RELIABILITY IN YOUR TRUCKING SERVICESrdquo Shippers are feeling the pinch and paying increasing costs associated with tightening truck capacity There are many contributing factors including electronic logs driver shortages equipment availability operating inefficiencies at ports amp shipper warehouses This panel will provide the benefit of their expertise to supply chain professionals seeking to secure reliability of service and to manage transportation costs
ldquoDEMURRAGE DETENTION amp DELAYS SEEKING SOLUTIONSrdquo The charges are high unpredictable and requirements to secure payment often result in additional cargo delays Detention demurrage and per diem charges are adding to the rising costs of doing business for importers exporters drayage providers freight forwarders customs brokers and third-party logistics providers This panel of industry leaders will offer their perspective on the causes and possible solutions
ldquoTRENDS IN EXPORTINGrdquoLed by Ken Eriksen Senior Vice President and Head of Client Advisory and Development Informa Economics IEG will explore the anticipated growth of exports and the changing landscape for exporters in the coming months and years The discussion will include the explosion in resin production and exports along with the growing exports of coal grains and proteins
KEYNOTE TOPICSThe opening keynote topic will be ldquoE-Commerce amp Logistics Disruptorsrdquo The luncheon keynote speaker John Reinhart CEO and Director of the Virginia Port Authority will discuss ldquoHaving Data Isnrsquot Enough How the Port of Virginia Acts on Data to Drive Growth Service amp Efficiencyrdquo
The symposium is hosted by the Virginia Maritime Association and American Shipper For registration sponsorship and more information please visit wwwVAmaritimecomSymposium
TRENDS amp DISRUPTORS IN GLOBAL LOGISTICSThe effort assessed Virginiarsquos port-related economic development
strengths and weaknesses against other states and select foreign ports CBRE performed site selection analysis for certain manufacturing activities and distribution centers Another component was an analysis of Virginiarsquos relative strengths and weaknesses from a logistics and supply chain perspective The third aspect identified the decision factors behind recent wins and losses for Virginia of port-related economic development deals and key takeaways from interviewing site selectors and other subject matter experts
ldquoStates that donrsquot have the assets that we have are ranking well ahead of the Commonwealthrdquo shared Stephen Moret ldquoThis is not an issue of reality but an issue of perception We are the only state in America that I can find that does not market itself as a businessrdquo
The final report (available at VAmaritimecom) includes numerous recommendations which the funding partners and other economic development organizations can use as a road map for port-related economic development Those individual recommendations support five key themes for growth
1 Competitive Port Infrastructure ndash The infrastructure in and around the Port is extremely competitive and should be further utilized to market the regionstate
2 Refine Focus for Economic Development ndash The Commonwealth is well-positioned for specific projects Focus should be on single node distribution centers and advanced manufacturing
3 Available Industrial Sites ndash Investment to create more pad ready sites with Port access would increase likelihood of winning additional projects
4 MarketingPerception ndash Proactive marketing showcasing the Commonwealthrsquos benefits would increase likelihood of winning additional projects
5 Coordination Between Agencies ndash Presenting an atmosphere of partnership between state agencies and economic development organizations will improve ability to respond effectively to potential new projects
ldquoIn different junctures of the [site selection] processregions that had [a coordinated front] stayed on the site selection list longerrdquo explained Dunlap regarding the decision-making process for business seeking new locations
ldquoWe are at a juncturerdquo explained Art Moye Executive Vice President of the Virginia Maritime Association ldquoCompetitive parochial self-serving approaches no longer work We have seen economic opportunities pass us by- this cannot continue We must combine our tremendous assets and talents to attract new investments to the region and Virginia that benefit allrdquo
Thank you to the event sponsors Bay Diesel and Generator USI City of Norfolk Economic Development Norfolk Sister City Association Seawall Coalition CITA Shipping Agency WSP and Wells Fargo
PORT OPPORTUNITIES (CONT)
3
NORFOLK | Carnival Cruises will take a hiatus during 2018 from offering Norfolk as a homeport the beginning and ending port of a cruise They will resume the cruises in 2019 taking the year off to focus on the arrival of the HORIZON a new enormous vessel in its fleet They are the only cruise line to ever offer Norfolk as a homeport
Carnivalrsquos hiatus will result in Norfolk missing out on roughly $300000 in cruise calls this year the amount of revenue that will be brought in from homeport activity
Fortunately this decision will not affect cruises from making
Norfolk a cruise stop location still bringing in revenue from port-of-call activities
ldquoPort-of-call visitors tend to have more of an economic impactrdquo said Stephen Kirkland executive director of Nauticus in an interview with the Virginian Pilot Visitors spend on average about $104 in restaurants and shops
Carnivalrsquos resumed 2019 program will include five and six-day cruises to the Bahamas on the Triumph a 2754-passenger vessel According to Visit Norfolk five sailings (7 total calls) are already booked to homeport at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center These sailings will have a total economic impact of $31M
Before beginning these trips the Triumph will under-go some major upgrades to the restaurant and entertainment a multi-million-dollar refurbishment
ldquoWe are thrilled that Carnival Triumph will be sailing from Norfolk in 2019rdquo said Donna Allen Vice President of Sales amp Marketing at Visit Norfolk ldquo[We] look forward to working with our Norfolk partners in getting the word out to travel agents and consumersto elevate the customer experience during their time in Norfolkrdquo
CARNIVAL CRUISES HOMEPORT HIATUS FOR NORFOLK IN 2018
HAMPTON ROADS | The Virginia Department of Technology recently subscribed to Streetlight Data a transportation data and planning program which allows the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) to analyze truck routes to and from the ports
By tracking GPS units in trucks and smartphone apps the program has reported that 57 percent of port-bound trucks were using Interstate 64 on the Peninsula 18 percent used US 460 and 16 percent used US 58 These statistics align with the count data from VDOT (source the Virginian Pilot)
Data also revealed 5 percent of truckers are choosing to use the Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel a route that appears to be out-of-the-way Robert Case principal transportation engineer at HRTPO suggests that it is to avoid congestion around Washington DC (source the Virginian Pilot)
Knowing where the trucks are going will assist with funding and planning decisions on area projects
ldquoItrsquos not just thinking about port trucks Itrsquos also how the trucks interact with normal people driving around Hampton Roadsrdquo said Laura Schewel CEO and co-founder of Streetlight
TRUCK TRACKING SYSTEM TO ASSIST WITH FUNDING DECISIONS
NEW DOUBLE HULLED OIL TANKER lsquoTHE LESNEY BYRDrsquoNORFOLK | VMA member Marine Oil Service Christened the fourth in the series of its new double hulled oil tankers the LESNEY BYRD at its facility in the Berkley section of Norfolk on February 6 2018 The 88-foot tanker holds 52000 gallons of lubricating oil for delivery to ships in the harbor Marine Oil Service has grown from a small lubricants distributor here in Norfolk to the largest on the east coast making deliveries from Canada to Florida and in the Pacific Northwest
Company President Burt Miller spoke at the Christening outlining Marine Oil Servicersquos mission and capabilities The Reverend Robert Davenport blessed the vessel and offered a prayer for the vessel and its crew The shiprsquos sponsor Lesney Byrd Miller broke the traditional bottle of Champagne over the bow for good luck
Marine Oil Servicesrsquos Newest Oil Tanker the LESNEY BYRD
Story Provided by Marine Oil Services
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | JAN
UA
RAY 20
18
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECIEPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Jan-18 2018 YTD Jan-17 2017 YTD
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
Total 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
Total 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
CONTAINER
American 10 10 10 10 18 17 18 17
Foreign 118 114 118 114 111 108 111 108
Total 128 124 128 124 129 125 129 125
GENERAL
American 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Foreign 10 7 10 7 4 4 4 4
Total 11 8 11 8 4 4 4 4
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
RORO
American 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
Foreign 7 5 7 5 15 15 15 15
Total 7 5 7 5 16 16 16 16
TANKER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
Total 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
AMERICAN 11 11 11 11 19 18 19 18
FOREIGN 198 184 198 184 190 193 190 193
TOTAL 209 195 209 195 209 211 209 211
DECEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
2017 237525 2841018
2016 229624 2655704
2017 DECV 2017 YTD 2016 DEC 2016 YTD
Hampton Roads
65320423 591261973 42705 647002802
Other VA 5613096 173008854 0 115838687
Total 70933519 764270828 42705 762841489
Jan 2018 2018 YTD Jan 2017 2017 YTD
TOTAL 2911031 2911031 2588561 2588561
NS 1205016 1205016 1152699 1152699
Pier IX 584374 584374 716892 716892
DTA 1121641 1121641 718971 718971
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Road Coal Piers
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - 12 Months 2017 2016
2100000
2300000
2500000
2700000
2900000
3100000
3300000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
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5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATESCOMMUNICATIONS amp OUTREACH (Jan 9) On the eve of the beginning of the 2018 General Assembly session the committee received updates on VMArsquos outreach to new legislators and new leaders in the incoming administration under Governor Northam The focus of the meeting was planning for the Feb 8 Port Day at the General Assembly discussing messaging materials logistics and other requirements
MEMBERSHIP (Jan 10) Several updates were provided and there was significant discussion about next steps regarding VMA chapters the Future Leaders and coordination with other VMA committees There was a discussion of ways in which VMA could improve email communications The committee began a deep dive into the responsibilities it is tasked with under VMArsquos Strategic Plan
TOWING amp BARGE OPERATORS (Jan 10) Following updates on monthly agenda items the committee took up a full agenda of new business Topics addressed included the Old Dominion University Center for Enterprise Innovation Southern Branch Deepening North Landing Bridge Replacement Ice and Winter Storms Deficiency Reporting Under Subchapter ldquoMrdquo and the availability of a Tug Safe Job Aid
FUTURE LEADERS (Jan18) A Future Leaders Steering Committee met to begin developing a proposal for the Board of Directors for how the Future Leaders should be established within VMArsquos organizational structure The Steering Committee also began considering a schedule of activities and programs specifically for Future Leaders
EDUCATION amp TRAINING (Jan 19) The focus of the meeting was the planning of the Feb 1 Lunch amp Learn to help member companies begin or improve internship programs The committee also discussed participation in Hampton Public Schoolsrsquo Transportation Analytics Information amp Logistics (TRAIL) Academy
2020 COMMITTEE (Jan 22) The committee provided direction on several action items in the 2020 Marketing amp Public Relations Plan This included direction for design of a ldquo2020rdquo logo developing a mobile display sponsorship packages and special events The committee began developing a budgetary framework
OUTINGS (Jan 23) The committee conducted a review of the Maritime Issues Council Golf Classic and Maritime Mixers held in November and January Locations and alternatives were discussed for a Maritime Mixer in March and tentative plans were made for the remainder of the 2018 calendar
COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT (Jan 23) The committee discussed changes made to VMArsquos reporting of port commerce statistics The committee began taking up the objectives it is tasked with by the VMA Strategic Plan This included significant discussion about the role VMA can play to help member companies identify business opportunities and make connections
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Jan 26) The committee focused on identifying and inviting speakers conference promotion and then commitments from sponsors (See Page 3 for panel topics)
Much of the Associationrsquos efforts each January revolve around representing the interests of the VMA membership and the maritime industry during the legislative session of Virginiarsquos General Assembly The 2018 session began January 10 VMArsquos focus during the 2018 session is obtaining the necessary state support to accelerate dredging the WIDER-DEEPER-SAFER harbor and channels needed for Virginiarsquos port industries to remain competitive and continue delivering economic prosperity for the Commonwealth
Winter Storm Grayson brought heavy seas blinding snow and icing conditions that caused the Coast Guard to restrict navigation in and out of the Port from 600pm Jan 3 until 1200pm Jan 5 During such events the VMA serves as an industry liaison to represent commercial interests in the communications and planning that takes place with the US Coast Guard and key Port and emergency management organizations and to provide updates to the Port and maritime community
On Jan 8 VMA submitted its letter to the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting the findings of the Corpsrsquo published study which calls for deepening the Southern Branch of the
Elizabeth River to 45 feet and encouraging the Corps to continue exploring alternatives to reduce the cost of the project so that it will be better positioned to compete for Federal funding VMArsquos letter was shared with members and stakeholders prompting submission of numerous additional letters that support the need for Wider Deeper Safer channels
On Jan 16 VMA was pleased to host nearly 30 students from Virginia Wesleyan Collegersquos Supply Chain amp Logistics program for an overview of port operations the maritime industry and the role of VMA The students demonstrated knowledge of the port and logistics and asked intelligent questions about trends in the maritime industry and career paths
VMArsquos Art Moye is appointed to the newly established International Trade Committee of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) He attended the committeersquos Jan 18 meeting during which members began reviewing VEDPrsquos various trade promotion programs and activities It will be the purpose of the committee to make recommendations for improving Virginiarsquos trade promotion activities
6
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
OFFICERSChairman of the BoardRaymond A Newlon
PresidentScott Wheeler
Vice PresidentsMichael W Coleman George BrownRolf A Williams
Executive Vice President amp Secretary Arthur W Moye Jr
Treasurer Judy M Barrett
Assistant Treasurer Keith Helton
STAFFVice PresidentDavid C White
ControllerSam Davis
Communications ampMembership DirectorAshley K McLeod
Executive AssistantJanice SSheavly
Events Coordinator amp Accounting AssistantJennifer N Parham Marketing Coordinator amp Network AssistantLaura V Bird
Membership amp Publications CoordinatorSusan N Wisniewski
The MARITIME BULLETIN is provided through membership
For those interested in advertising please email
lauravamaritimecom
Follow Us on Social MediaVAmaritime
FEATURED IMAGE NEW RMG CRANES ARRIVESix new rail-mounted gantry cranes arrived in Norfolk on Friday February 2 2018 part of an 86-crane order with the Finish company Konecranes Virginia companies PortRail Crane Services (Portsmouth) and TMEIC (Roanoke) will assist with assembly and managing the software technology respectively The cranes are part of the expansion projects going on at Virginia International Gateway ($320M investment) and Norfolk International Terminals ($350M state funding advocated for by the VMA)
EMAIL ADVERTISING TO COME IN MARCHThe Virginia Maritime Association is happy to announce that VMA members will be able to advertise in our daily emails
We developed a new daily email template that offers advertising space to provide VMA members the opportunity to increase visibility among potential clients and partners while also keeping in mind that the industry information is the primary focus
Recognition in event promotional emails will continue to be exclusive to the event sponsors and will NOT be included with the daily email advertising package
We highly encourage advertisers to take advantage of multiple publications for better overall exposure Advertisers in the 2018 Virginia Ports Annual will recieve a 25 discount on all other advertisements purchased this year including emails
Email advertising will begin in March 2018
For Pricing amp Packages www VAmaritimecomadvertise
Your Advertising Options
h Daily Email Advertisements (limited spots available) h Logo Exposure in Daily Emails (limited spots available) h Virginia Ports Annual - Advertise amp get a discount on other advertising h Maritime Bulletin Advertisements (limited spots available)
For questions please contact lauravamaritimecom 757-628-2667
LOGOS
Following their meetings with legislators Port Day attendees gathered for lunch and comments from Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Bettina Ring Secretary Ring spoke of the opportunities to increase the sales of Virginiarsquos agricultural exports through the Port of Virginia ndash noting that deeper channels would reduce transportation costs to make Virginiarsquos agricultural goods more competitive in the global market
VMA strongly supports fully funding the widening and deepening the Port of Virginiarsquos harbor and channels believing that now is the time to secure the future of our Port and the economic wellbeing of our Commonwealth
GENERAL ASSEMBLY (CONT)
2
VMArsquos International Trade Symposium to be held May 9-11 2018 will feature a series of panels addressing ldquoTrends and Disruptors in Global Logisticsrdquo
ldquoSECURING RELIABILITY IN YOUR TRUCKING SERVICESrdquo Shippers are feeling the pinch and paying increasing costs associated with tightening truck capacity There are many contributing factors including electronic logs driver shortages equipment availability operating inefficiencies at ports amp shipper warehouses This panel will provide the benefit of their expertise to supply chain professionals seeking to secure reliability of service and to manage transportation costs
ldquoDEMURRAGE DETENTION amp DELAYS SEEKING SOLUTIONSrdquo The charges are high unpredictable and requirements to secure payment often result in additional cargo delays Detention demurrage and per diem charges are adding to the rising costs of doing business for importers exporters drayage providers freight forwarders customs brokers and third-party logistics providers This panel of industry leaders will offer their perspective on the causes and possible solutions
ldquoTRENDS IN EXPORTINGrdquoLed by Ken Eriksen Senior Vice President and Head of Client Advisory and Development Informa Economics IEG will explore the anticipated growth of exports and the changing landscape for exporters in the coming months and years The discussion will include the explosion in resin production and exports along with the growing exports of coal grains and proteins
KEYNOTE TOPICSThe opening keynote topic will be ldquoE-Commerce amp Logistics Disruptorsrdquo The luncheon keynote speaker John Reinhart CEO and Director of the Virginia Port Authority will discuss ldquoHaving Data Isnrsquot Enough How the Port of Virginia Acts on Data to Drive Growth Service amp Efficiencyrdquo
The symposium is hosted by the Virginia Maritime Association and American Shipper For registration sponsorship and more information please visit wwwVAmaritimecomSymposium
TRENDS amp DISRUPTORS IN GLOBAL LOGISTICSThe effort assessed Virginiarsquos port-related economic development
strengths and weaknesses against other states and select foreign ports CBRE performed site selection analysis for certain manufacturing activities and distribution centers Another component was an analysis of Virginiarsquos relative strengths and weaknesses from a logistics and supply chain perspective The third aspect identified the decision factors behind recent wins and losses for Virginia of port-related economic development deals and key takeaways from interviewing site selectors and other subject matter experts
ldquoStates that donrsquot have the assets that we have are ranking well ahead of the Commonwealthrdquo shared Stephen Moret ldquoThis is not an issue of reality but an issue of perception We are the only state in America that I can find that does not market itself as a businessrdquo
The final report (available at VAmaritimecom) includes numerous recommendations which the funding partners and other economic development organizations can use as a road map for port-related economic development Those individual recommendations support five key themes for growth
1 Competitive Port Infrastructure ndash The infrastructure in and around the Port is extremely competitive and should be further utilized to market the regionstate
2 Refine Focus for Economic Development ndash The Commonwealth is well-positioned for specific projects Focus should be on single node distribution centers and advanced manufacturing
3 Available Industrial Sites ndash Investment to create more pad ready sites with Port access would increase likelihood of winning additional projects
4 MarketingPerception ndash Proactive marketing showcasing the Commonwealthrsquos benefits would increase likelihood of winning additional projects
5 Coordination Between Agencies ndash Presenting an atmosphere of partnership between state agencies and economic development organizations will improve ability to respond effectively to potential new projects
ldquoIn different junctures of the [site selection] processregions that had [a coordinated front] stayed on the site selection list longerrdquo explained Dunlap regarding the decision-making process for business seeking new locations
ldquoWe are at a juncturerdquo explained Art Moye Executive Vice President of the Virginia Maritime Association ldquoCompetitive parochial self-serving approaches no longer work We have seen economic opportunities pass us by- this cannot continue We must combine our tremendous assets and talents to attract new investments to the region and Virginia that benefit allrdquo
Thank you to the event sponsors Bay Diesel and Generator USI City of Norfolk Economic Development Norfolk Sister City Association Seawall Coalition CITA Shipping Agency WSP and Wells Fargo
PORT OPPORTUNITIES (CONT)
3
NORFOLK | Carnival Cruises will take a hiatus during 2018 from offering Norfolk as a homeport the beginning and ending port of a cruise They will resume the cruises in 2019 taking the year off to focus on the arrival of the HORIZON a new enormous vessel in its fleet They are the only cruise line to ever offer Norfolk as a homeport
Carnivalrsquos hiatus will result in Norfolk missing out on roughly $300000 in cruise calls this year the amount of revenue that will be brought in from homeport activity
Fortunately this decision will not affect cruises from making
Norfolk a cruise stop location still bringing in revenue from port-of-call activities
ldquoPort-of-call visitors tend to have more of an economic impactrdquo said Stephen Kirkland executive director of Nauticus in an interview with the Virginian Pilot Visitors spend on average about $104 in restaurants and shops
Carnivalrsquos resumed 2019 program will include five and six-day cruises to the Bahamas on the Triumph a 2754-passenger vessel According to Visit Norfolk five sailings (7 total calls) are already booked to homeport at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center These sailings will have a total economic impact of $31M
Before beginning these trips the Triumph will under-go some major upgrades to the restaurant and entertainment a multi-million-dollar refurbishment
ldquoWe are thrilled that Carnival Triumph will be sailing from Norfolk in 2019rdquo said Donna Allen Vice President of Sales amp Marketing at Visit Norfolk ldquo[We] look forward to working with our Norfolk partners in getting the word out to travel agents and consumersto elevate the customer experience during their time in Norfolkrdquo
CARNIVAL CRUISES HOMEPORT HIATUS FOR NORFOLK IN 2018
HAMPTON ROADS | The Virginia Department of Technology recently subscribed to Streetlight Data a transportation data and planning program which allows the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) to analyze truck routes to and from the ports
By tracking GPS units in trucks and smartphone apps the program has reported that 57 percent of port-bound trucks were using Interstate 64 on the Peninsula 18 percent used US 460 and 16 percent used US 58 These statistics align with the count data from VDOT (source the Virginian Pilot)
Data also revealed 5 percent of truckers are choosing to use the Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel a route that appears to be out-of-the-way Robert Case principal transportation engineer at HRTPO suggests that it is to avoid congestion around Washington DC (source the Virginian Pilot)
Knowing where the trucks are going will assist with funding and planning decisions on area projects
ldquoItrsquos not just thinking about port trucks Itrsquos also how the trucks interact with normal people driving around Hampton Roadsrdquo said Laura Schewel CEO and co-founder of Streetlight
TRUCK TRACKING SYSTEM TO ASSIST WITH FUNDING DECISIONS
NEW DOUBLE HULLED OIL TANKER lsquoTHE LESNEY BYRDrsquoNORFOLK | VMA member Marine Oil Service Christened the fourth in the series of its new double hulled oil tankers the LESNEY BYRD at its facility in the Berkley section of Norfolk on February 6 2018 The 88-foot tanker holds 52000 gallons of lubricating oil for delivery to ships in the harbor Marine Oil Service has grown from a small lubricants distributor here in Norfolk to the largest on the east coast making deliveries from Canada to Florida and in the Pacific Northwest
Company President Burt Miller spoke at the Christening outlining Marine Oil Servicersquos mission and capabilities The Reverend Robert Davenport blessed the vessel and offered a prayer for the vessel and its crew The shiprsquos sponsor Lesney Byrd Miller broke the traditional bottle of Champagne over the bow for good luck
Marine Oil Servicesrsquos Newest Oil Tanker the LESNEY BYRD
Story Provided by Marine Oil Services
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | JAN
UA
RAY 20
18
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECIEPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Jan-18 2018 YTD Jan-17 2017 YTD
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
Total 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
Total 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
CONTAINER
American 10 10 10 10 18 17 18 17
Foreign 118 114 118 114 111 108 111 108
Total 128 124 128 124 129 125 129 125
GENERAL
American 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Foreign 10 7 10 7 4 4 4 4
Total 11 8 11 8 4 4 4 4
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
RORO
American 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
Foreign 7 5 7 5 15 15 15 15
Total 7 5 7 5 16 16 16 16
TANKER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
Total 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
AMERICAN 11 11 11 11 19 18 19 18
FOREIGN 198 184 198 184 190 193 190 193
TOTAL 209 195 209 195 209 211 209 211
DECEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
2017 237525 2841018
2016 229624 2655704
2017 DECV 2017 YTD 2016 DEC 2016 YTD
Hampton Roads
65320423 591261973 42705 647002802
Other VA 5613096 173008854 0 115838687
Total 70933519 764270828 42705 762841489
Jan 2018 2018 YTD Jan 2017 2017 YTD
TOTAL 2911031 2911031 2588561 2588561
NS 1205016 1205016 1152699 1152699
Pier IX 584374 584374 716892 716892
DTA 1121641 1121641 718971 718971
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Road Coal Piers
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - 12 Months 2017 2016
2100000
2300000
2500000
2700000
2900000
3100000
3300000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
7574363331 wwwjones-printingcom salesjones-printingcom
Servicing Hampton Roads for 3 Generations
Books bull Newsletters bull Flyers bull Inserts bull Posters bull Vinyl Banners bull Postcards bull Mailing bull and MORE
Printing bull Mailing bull Wide Format Services
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATESCOMMUNICATIONS amp OUTREACH (Jan 9) On the eve of the beginning of the 2018 General Assembly session the committee received updates on VMArsquos outreach to new legislators and new leaders in the incoming administration under Governor Northam The focus of the meeting was planning for the Feb 8 Port Day at the General Assembly discussing messaging materials logistics and other requirements
MEMBERSHIP (Jan 10) Several updates were provided and there was significant discussion about next steps regarding VMA chapters the Future Leaders and coordination with other VMA committees There was a discussion of ways in which VMA could improve email communications The committee began a deep dive into the responsibilities it is tasked with under VMArsquos Strategic Plan
TOWING amp BARGE OPERATORS (Jan 10) Following updates on monthly agenda items the committee took up a full agenda of new business Topics addressed included the Old Dominion University Center for Enterprise Innovation Southern Branch Deepening North Landing Bridge Replacement Ice and Winter Storms Deficiency Reporting Under Subchapter ldquoMrdquo and the availability of a Tug Safe Job Aid
FUTURE LEADERS (Jan18) A Future Leaders Steering Committee met to begin developing a proposal for the Board of Directors for how the Future Leaders should be established within VMArsquos organizational structure The Steering Committee also began considering a schedule of activities and programs specifically for Future Leaders
EDUCATION amp TRAINING (Jan 19) The focus of the meeting was the planning of the Feb 1 Lunch amp Learn to help member companies begin or improve internship programs The committee also discussed participation in Hampton Public Schoolsrsquo Transportation Analytics Information amp Logistics (TRAIL) Academy
2020 COMMITTEE (Jan 22) The committee provided direction on several action items in the 2020 Marketing amp Public Relations Plan This included direction for design of a ldquo2020rdquo logo developing a mobile display sponsorship packages and special events The committee began developing a budgetary framework
OUTINGS (Jan 23) The committee conducted a review of the Maritime Issues Council Golf Classic and Maritime Mixers held in November and January Locations and alternatives were discussed for a Maritime Mixer in March and tentative plans were made for the remainder of the 2018 calendar
COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT (Jan 23) The committee discussed changes made to VMArsquos reporting of port commerce statistics The committee began taking up the objectives it is tasked with by the VMA Strategic Plan This included significant discussion about the role VMA can play to help member companies identify business opportunities and make connections
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Jan 26) The committee focused on identifying and inviting speakers conference promotion and then commitments from sponsors (See Page 3 for panel topics)
Much of the Associationrsquos efforts each January revolve around representing the interests of the VMA membership and the maritime industry during the legislative session of Virginiarsquos General Assembly The 2018 session began January 10 VMArsquos focus during the 2018 session is obtaining the necessary state support to accelerate dredging the WIDER-DEEPER-SAFER harbor and channels needed for Virginiarsquos port industries to remain competitive and continue delivering economic prosperity for the Commonwealth
Winter Storm Grayson brought heavy seas blinding snow and icing conditions that caused the Coast Guard to restrict navigation in and out of the Port from 600pm Jan 3 until 1200pm Jan 5 During such events the VMA serves as an industry liaison to represent commercial interests in the communications and planning that takes place with the US Coast Guard and key Port and emergency management organizations and to provide updates to the Port and maritime community
On Jan 8 VMA submitted its letter to the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting the findings of the Corpsrsquo published study which calls for deepening the Southern Branch of the
Elizabeth River to 45 feet and encouraging the Corps to continue exploring alternatives to reduce the cost of the project so that it will be better positioned to compete for Federal funding VMArsquos letter was shared with members and stakeholders prompting submission of numerous additional letters that support the need for Wider Deeper Safer channels
On Jan 16 VMA was pleased to host nearly 30 students from Virginia Wesleyan Collegersquos Supply Chain amp Logistics program for an overview of port operations the maritime industry and the role of VMA The students demonstrated knowledge of the port and logistics and asked intelligent questions about trends in the maritime industry and career paths
VMArsquos Art Moye is appointed to the newly established International Trade Committee of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) He attended the committeersquos Jan 18 meeting during which members began reviewing VEDPrsquos various trade promotion programs and activities It will be the purpose of the committee to make recommendations for improving Virginiarsquos trade promotion activities
6
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
VMArsquos International Trade Symposium to be held May 9-11 2018 will feature a series of panels addressing ldquoTrends and Disruptors in Global Logisticsrdquo
ldquoSECURING RELIABILITY IN YOUR TRUCKING SERVICESrdquo Shippers are feeling the pinch and paying increasing costs associated with tightening truck capacity There are many contributing factors including electronic logs driver shortages equipment availability operating inefficiencies at ports amp shipper warehouses This panel will provide the benefit of their expertise to supply chain professionals seeking to secure reliability of service and to manage transportation costs
ldquoDEMURRAGE DETENTION amp DELAYS SEEKING SOLUTIONSrdquo The charges are high unpredictable and requirements to secure payment often result in additional cargo delays Detention demurrage and per diem charges are adding to the rising costs of doing business for importers exporters drayage providers freight forwarders customs brokers and third-party logistics providers This panel of industry leaders will offer their perspective on the causes and possible solutions
ldquoTRENDS IN EXPORTINGrdquoLed by Ken Eriksen Senior Vice President and Head of Client Advisory and Development Informa Economics IEG will explore the anticipated growth of exports and the changing landscape for exporters in the coming months and years The discussion will include the explosion in resin production and exports along with the growing exports of coal grains and proteins
KEYNOTE TOPICSThe opening keynote topic will be ldquoE-Commerce amp Logistics Disruptorsrdquo The luncheon keynote speaker John Reinhart CEO and Director of the Virginia Port Authority will discuss ldquoHaving Data Isnrsquot Enough How the Port of Virginia Acts on Data to Drive Growth Service amp Efficiencyrdquo
The symposium is hosted by the Virginia Maritime Association and American Shipper For registration sponsorship and more information please visit wwwVAmaritimecomSymposium
TRENDS amp DISRUPTORS IN GLOBAL LOGISTICSThe effort assessed Virginiarsquos port-related economic development
strengths and weaknesses against other states and select foreign ports CBRE performed site selection analysis for certain manufacturing activities and distribution centers Another component was an analysis of Virginiarsquos relative strengths and weaknesses from a logistics and supply chain perspective The third aspect identified the decision factors behind recent wins and losses for Virginia of port-related economic development deals and key takeaways from interviewing site selectors and other subject matter experts
ldquoStates that donrsquot have the assets that we have are ranking well ahead of the Commonwealthrdquo shared Stephen Moret ldquoThis is not an issue of reality but an issue of perception We are the only state in America that I can find that does not market itself as a businessrdquo
The final report (available at VAmaritimecom) includes numerous recommendations which the funding partners and other economic development organizations can use as a road map for port-related economic development Those individual recommendations support five key themes for growth
1 Competitive Port Infrastructure ndash The infrastructure in and around the Port is extremely competitive and should be further utilized to market the regionstate
2 Refine Focus for Economic Development ndash The Commonwealth is well-positioned for specific projects Focus should be on single node distribution centers and advanced manufacturing
3 Available Industrial Sites ndash Investment to create more pad ready sites with Port access would increase likelihood of winning additional projects
4 MarketingPerception ndash Proactive marketing showcasing the Commonwealthrsquos benefits would increase likelihood of winning additional projects
5 Coordination Between Agencies ndash Presenting an atmosphere of partnership between state agencies and economic development organizations will improve ability to respond effectively to potential new projects
ldquoIn different junctures of the [site selection] processregions that had [a coordinated front] stayed on the site selection list longerrdquo explained Dunlap regarding the decision-making process for business seeking new locations
ldquoWe are at a juncturerdquo explained Art Moye Executive Vice President of the Virginia Maritime Association ldquoCompetitive parochial self-serving approaches no longer work We have seen economic opportunities pass us by- this cannot continue We must combine our tremendous assets and talents to attract new investments to the region and Virginia that benefit allrdquo
Thank you to the event sponsors Bay Diesel and Generator USI City of Norfolk Economic Development Norfolk Sister City Association Seawall Coalition CITA Shipping Agency WSP and Wells Fargo
PORT OPPORTUNITIES (CONT)
3
NORFOLK | Carnival Cruises will take a hiatus during 2018 from offering Norfolk as a homeport the beginning and ending port of a cruise They will resume the cruises in 2019 taking the year off to focus on the arrival of the HORIZON a new enormous vessel in its fleet They are the only cruise line to ever offer Norfolk as a homeport
Carnivalrsquos hiatus will result in Norfolk missing out on roughly $300000 in cruise calls this year the amount of revenue that will be brought in from homeport activity
Fortunately this decision will not affect cruises from making
Norfolk a cruise stop location still bringing in revenue from port-of-call activities
ldquoPort-of-call visitors tend to have more of an economic impactrdquo said Stephen Kirkland executive director of Nauticus in an interview with the Virginian Pilot Visitors spend on average about $104 in restaurants and shops
Carnivalrsquos resumed 2019 program will include five and six-day cruises to the Bahamas on the Triumph a 2754-passenger vessel According to Visit Norfolk five sailings (7 total calls) are already booked to homeport at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center These sailings will have a total economic impact of $31M
Before beginning these trips the Triumph will under-go some major upgrades to the restaurant and entertainment a multi-million-dollar refurbishment
ldquoWe are thrilled that Carnival Triumph will be sailing from Norfolk in 2019rdquo said Donna Allen Vice President of Sales amp Marketing at Visit Norfolk ldquo[We] look forward to working with our Norfolk partners in getting the word out to travel agents and consumersto elevate the customer experience during their time in Norfolkrdquo
CARNIVAL CRUISES HOMEPORT HIATUS FOR NORFOLK IN 2018
HAMPTON ROADS | The Virginia Department of Technology recently subscribed to Streetlight Data a transportation data and planning program which allows the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) to analyze truck routes to and from the ports
By tracking GPS units in trucks and smartphone apps the program has reported that 57 percent of port-bound trucks were using Interstate 64 on the Peninsula 18 percent used US 460 and 16 percent used US 58 These statistics align with the count data from VDOT (source the Virginian Pilot)
Data also revealed 5 percent of truckers are choosing to use the Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel a route that appears to be out-of-the-way Robert Case principal transportation engineer at HRTPO suggests that it is to avoid congestion around Washington DC (source the Virginian Pilot)
Knowing where the trucks are going will assist with funding and planning decisions on area projects
ldquoItrsquos not just thinking about port trucks Itrsquos also how the trucks interact with normal people driving around Hampton Roadsrdquo said Laura Schewel CEO and co-founder of Streetlight
TRUCK TRACKING SYSTEM TO ASSIST WITH FUNDING DECISIONS
NEW DOUBLE HULLED OIL TANKER lsquoTHE LESNEY BYRDrsquoNORFOLK | VMA member Marine Oil Service Christened the fourth in the series of its new double hulled oil tankers the LESNEY BYRD at its facility in the Berkley section of Norfolk on February 6 2018 The 88-foot tanker holds 52000 gallons of lubricating oil for delivery to ships in the harbor Marine Oil Service has grown from a small lubricants distributor here in Norfolk to the largest on the east coast making deliveries from Canada to Florida and in the Pacific Northwest
Company President Burt Miller spoke at the Christening outlining Marine Oil Servicersquos mission and capabilities The Reverend Robert Davenport blessed the vessel and offered a prayer for the vessel and its crew The shiprsquos sponsor Lesney Byrd Miller broke the traditional bottle of Champagne over the bow for good luck
Marine Oil Servicesrsquos Newest Oil Tanker the LESNEY BYRD
Story Provided by Marine Oil Services
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | JAN
UA
RAY 20
18
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECIEPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Jan-18 2018 YTD Jan-17 2017 YTD
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
Total 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
Total 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
CONTAINER
American 10 10 10 10 18 17 18 17
Foreign 118 114 118 114 111 108 111 108
Total 128 124 128 124 129 125 129 125
GENERAL
American 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Foreign 10 7 10 7 4 4 4 4
Total 11 8 11 8 4 4 4 4
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
RORO
American 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
Foreign 7 5 7 5 15 15 15 15
Total 7 5 7 5 16 16 16 16
TANKER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
Total 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
AMERICAN 11 11 11 11 19 18 19 18
FOREIGN 198 184 198 184 190 193 190 193
TOTAL 209 195 209 195 209 211 209 211
DECEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
2017 237525 2841018
2016 229624 2655704
2017 DECV 2017 YTD 2016 DEC 2016 YTD
Hampton Roads
65320423 591261973 42705 647002802
Other VA 5613096 173008854 0 115838687
Total 70933519 764270828 42705 762841489
Jan 2018 2018 YTD Jan 2017 2017 YTD
TOTAL 2911031 2911031 2588561 2588561
NS 1205016 1205016 1152699 1152699
Pier IX 584374 584374 716892 716892
DTA 1121641 1121641 718971 718971
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Road Coal Piers
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - 12 Months 2017 2016
2100000
2300000
2500000
2700000
2900000
3100000
3300000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
7574363331 wwwjones-printingcom salesjones-printingcom
Servicing Hampton Roads for 3 Generations
Books bull Newsletters bull Flyers bull Inserts bull Posters bull Vinyl Banners bull Postcards bull Mailing bull and MORE
Printing bull Mailing bull Wide Format Services
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATESCOMMUNICATIONS amp OUTREACH (Jan 9) On the eve of the beginning of the 2018 General Assembly session the committee received updates on VMArsquos outreach to new legislators and new leaders in the incoming administration under Governor Northam The focus of the meeting was planning for the Feb 8 Port Day at the General Assembly discussing messaging materials logistics and other requirements
MEMBERSHIP (Jan 10) Several updates were provided and there was significant discussion about next steps regarding VMA chapters the Future Leaders and coordination with other VMA committees There was a discussion of ways in which VMA could improve email communications The committee began a deep dive into the responsibilities it is tasked with under VMArsquos Strategic Plan
TOWING amp BARGE OPERATORS (Jan 10) Following updates on monthly agenda items the committee took up a full agenda of new business Topics addressed included the Old Dominion University Center for Enterprise Innovation Southern Branch Deepening North Landing Bridge Replacement Ice and Winter Storms Deficiency Reporting Under Subchapter ldquoMrdquo and the availability of a Tug Safe Job Aid
FUTURE LEADERS (Jan18) A Future Leaders Steering Committee met to begin developing a proposal for the Board of Directors for how the Future Leaders should be established within VMArsquos organizational structure The Steering Committee also began considering a schedule of activities and programs specifically for Future Leaders
EDUCATION amp TRAINING (Jan 19) The focus of the meeting was the planning of the Feb 1 Lunch amp Learn to help member companies begin or improve internship programs The committee also discussed participation in Hampton Public Schoolsrsquo Transportation Analytics Information amp Logistics (TRAIL) Academy
2020 COMMITTEE (Jan 22) The committee provided direction on several action items in the 2020 Marketing amp Public Relations Plan This included direction for design of a ldquo2020rdquo logo developing a mobile display sponsorship packages and special events The committee began developing a budgetary framework
OUTINGS (Jan 23) The committee conducted a review of the Maritime Issues Council Golf Classic and Maritime Mixers held in November and January Locations and alternatives were discussed for a Maritime Mixer in March and tentative plans were made for the remainder of the 2018 calendar
COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT (Jan 23) The committee discussed changes made to VMArsquos reporting of port commerce statistics The committee began taking up the objectives it is tasked with by the VMA Strategic Plan This included significant discussion about the role VMA can play to help member companies identify business opportunities and make connections
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Jan 26) The committee focused on identifying and inviting speakers conference promotion and then commitments from sponsors (See Page 3 for panel topics)
Much of the Associationrsquos efforts each January revolve around representing the interests of the VMA membership and the maritime industry during the legislative session of Virginiarsquos General Assembly The 2018 session began January 10 VMArsquos focus during the 2018 session is obtaining the necessary state support to accelerate dredging the WIDER-DEEPER-SAFER harbor and channels needed for Virginiarsquos port industries to remain competitive and continue delivering economic prosperity for the Commonwealth
Winter Storm Grayson brought heavy seas blinding snow and icing conditions that caused the Coast Guard to restrict navigation in and out of the Port from 600pm Jan 3 until 1200pm Jan 5 During such events the VMA serves as an industry liaison to represent commercial interests in the communications and planning that takes place with the US Coast Guard and key Port and emergency management organizations and to provide updates to the Port and maritime community
On Jan 8 VMA submitted its letter to the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting the findings of the Corpsrsquo published study which calls for deepening the Southern Branch of the
Elizabeth River to 45 feet and encouraging the Corps to continue exploring alternatives to reduce the cost of the project so that it will be better positioned to compete for Federal funding VMArsquos letter was shared with members and stakeholders prompting submission of numerous additional letters that support the need for Wider Deeper Safer channels
On Jan 16 VMA was pleased to host nearly 30 students from Virginia Wesleyan Collegersquos Supply Chain amp Logistics program for an overview of port operations the maritime industry and the role of VMA The students demonstrated knowledge of the port and logistics and asked intelligent questions about trends in the maritime industry and career paths
VMArsquos Art Moye is appointed to the newly established International Trade Committee of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) He attended the committeersquos Jan 18 meeting during which members began reviewing VEDPrsquos various trade promotion programs and activities It will be the purpose of the committee to make recommendations for improving Virginiarsquos trade promotion activities
6
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
NORFOLK | Carnival Cruises will take a hiatus during 2018 from offering Norfolk as a homeport the beginning and ending port of a cruise They will resume the cruises in 2019 taking the year off to focus on the arrival of the HORIZON a new enormous vessel in its fleet They are the only cruise line to ever offer Norfolk as a homeport
Carnivalrsquos hiatus will result in Norfolk missing out on roughly $300000 in cruise calls this year the amount of revenue that will be brought in from homeport activity
Fortunately this decision will not affect cruises from making
Norfolk a cruise stop location still bringing in revenue from port-of-call activities
ldquoPort-of-call visitors tend to have more of an economic impactrdquo said Stephen Kirkland executive director of Nauticus in an interview with the Virginian Pilot Visitors spend on average about $104 in restaurants and shops
Carnivalrsquos resumed 2019 program will include five and six-day cruises to the Bahamas on the Triumph a 2754-passenger vessel According to Visit Norfolk five sailings (7 total calls) are already booked to homeport at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center These sailings will have a total economic impact of $31M
Before beginning these trips the Triumph will under-go some major upgrades to the restaurant and entertainment a multi-million-dollar refurbishment
ldquoWe are thrilled that Carnival Triumph will be sailing from Norfolk in 2019rdquo said Donna Allen Vice President of Sales amp Marketing at Visit Norfolk ldquo[We] look forward to working with our Norfolk partners in getting the word out to travel agents and consumersto elevate the customer experience during their time in Norfolkrdquo
CARNIVAL CRUISES HOMEPORT HIATUS FOR NORFOLK IN 2018
HAMPTON ROADS | The Virginia Department of Technology recently subscribed to Streetlight Data a transportation data and planning program which allows the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) to analyze truck routes to and from the ports
By tracking GPS units in trucks and smartphone apps the program has reported that 57 percent of port-bound trucks were using Interstate 64 on the Peninsula 18 percent used US 460 and 16 percent used US 58 These statistics align with the count data from VDOT (source the Virginian Pilot)
Data also revealed 5 percent of truckers are choosing to use the Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel a route that appears to be out-of-the-way Robert Case principal transportation engineer at HRTPO suggests that it is to avoid congestion around Washington DC (source the Virginian Pilot)
Knowing where the trucks are going will assist with funding and planning decisions on area projects
ldquoItrsquos not just thinking about port trucks Itrsquos also how the trucks interact with normal people driving around Hampton Roadsrdquo said Laura Schewel CEO and co-founder of Streetlight
TRUCK TRACKING SYSTEM TO ASSIST WITH FUNDING DECISIONS
NEW DOUBLE HULLED OIL TANKER lsquoTHE LESNEY BYRDrsquoNORFOLK | VMA member Marine Oil Service Christened the fourth in the series of its new double hulled oil tankers the LESNEY BYRD at its facility in the Berkley section of Norfolk on February 6 2018 The 88-foot tanker holds 52000 gallons of lubricating oil for delivery to ships in the harbor Marine Oil Service has grown from a small lubricants distributor here in Norfolk to the largest on the east coast making deliveries from Canada to Florida and in the Pacific Northwest
Company President Burt Miller spoke at the Christening outlining Marine Oil Servicersquos mission and capabilities The Reverend Robert Davenport blessed the vessel and offered a prayer for the vessel and its crew The shiprsquos sponsor Lesney Byrd Miller broke the traditional bottle of Champagne over the bow for good luck
Marine Oil Servicesrsquos Newest Oil Tanker the LESNEY BYRD
Story Provided by Marine Oil Services
4
PORT STATISTIC
S | JAN
UA
RAY 20
18
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECIEPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Jan-18 2018 YTD Jan-17 2017 YTD
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
Total 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
Total 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
CONTAINER
American 10 10 10 10 18 17 18 17
Foreign 118 114 118 114 111 108 111 108
Total 128 124 128 124 129 125 129 125
GENERAL
American 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Foreign 10 7 10 7 4 4 4 4
Total 11 8 11 8 4 4 4 4
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
RORO
American 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
Foreign 7 5 7 5 15 15 15 15
Total 7 5 7 5 16 16 16 16
TANKER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
Total 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
AMERICAN 11 11 11 11 19 18 19 18
FOREIGN 198 184 198 184 190 193 190 193
TOTAL 209 195 209 195 209 211 209 211
DECEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
2017 237525 2841018
2016 229624 2655704
2017 DECV 2017 YTD 2016 DEC 2016 YTD
Hampton Roads
65320423 591261973 42705 647002802
Other VA 5613096 173008854 0 115838687
Total 70933519 764270828 42705 762841489
Jan 2018 2018 YTD Jan 2017 2017 YTD
TOTAL 2911031 2911031 2588561 2588561
NS 1205016 1205016 1152699 1152699
Pier IX 584374 584374 716892 716892
DTA 1121641 1121641 718971 718971
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Road Coal Piers
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - 12 Months 2017 2016
2100000
2300000
2500000
2700000
2900000
3100000
3300000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
7574363331 wwwjones-printingcom salesjones-printingcom
Servicing Hampton Roads for 3 Generations
Books bull Newsletters bull Flyers bull Inserts bull Posters bull Vinyl Banners bull Postcards bull Mailing bull and MORE
Printing bull Mailing bull Wide Format Services
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATESCOMMUNICATIONS amp OUTREACH (Jan 9) On the eve of the beginning of the 2018 General Assembly session the committee received updates on VMArsquos outreach to new legislators and new leaders in the incoming administration under Governor Northam The focus of the meeting was planning for the Feb 8 Port Day at the General Assembly discussing messaging materials logistics and other requirements
MEMBERSHIP (Jan 10) Several updates were provided and there was significant discussion about next steps regarding VMA chapters the Future Leaders and coordination with other VMA committees There was a discussion of ways in which VMA could improve email communications The committee began a deep dive into the responsibilities it is tasked with under VMArsquos Strategic Plan
TOWING amp BARGE OPERATORS (Jan 10) Following updates on monthly agenda items the committee took up a full agenda of new business Topics addressed included the Old Dominion University Center for Enterprise Innovation Southern Branch Deepening North Landing Bridge Replacement Ice and Winter Storms Deficiency Reporting Under Subchapter ldquoMrdquo and the availability of a Tug Safe Job Aid
FUTURE LEADERS (Jan18) A Future Leaders Steering Committee met to begin developing a proposal for the Board of Directors for how the Future Leaders should be established within VMArsquos organizational structure The Steering Committee also began considering a schedule of activities and programs specifically for Future Leaders
EDUCATION amp TRAINING (Jan 19) The focus of the meeting was the planning of the Feb 1 Lunch amp Learn to help member companies begin or improve internship programs The committee also discussed participation in Hampton Public Schoolsrsquo Transportation Analytics Information amp Logistics (TRAIL) Academy
2020 COMMITTEE (Jan 22) The committee provided direction on several action items in the 2020 Marketing amp Public Relations Plan This included direction for design of a ldquo2020rdquo logo developing a mobile display sponsorship packages and special events The committee began developing a budgetary framework
OUTINGS (Jan 23) The committee conducted a review of the Maritime Issues Council Golf Classic and Maritime Mixers held in November and January Locations and alternatives were discussed for a Maritime Mixer in March and tentative plans were made for the remainder of the 2018 calendar
COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT (Jan 23) The committee discussed changes made to VMArsquos reporting of port commerce statistics The committee began taking up the objectives it is tasked with by the VMA Strategic Plan This included significant discussion about the role VMA can play to help member companies identify business opportunities and make connections
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Jan 26) The committee focused on identifying and inviting speakers conference promotion and then commitments from sponsors (See Page 3 for panel topics)
Much of the Associationrsquos efforts each January revolve around representing the interests of the VMA membership and the maritime industry during the legislative session of Virginiarsquos General Assembly The 2018 session began January 10 VMArsquos focus during the 2018 session is obtaining the necessary state support to accelerate dredging the WIDER-DEEPER-SAFER harbor and channels needed for Virginiarsquos port industries to remain competitive and continue delivering economic prosperity for the Commonwealth
Winter Storm Grayson brought heavy seas blinding snow and icing conditions that caused the Coast Guard to restrict navigation in and out of the Port from 600pm Jan 3 until 1200pm Jan 5 During such events the VMA serves as an industry liaison to represent commercial interests in the communications and planning that takes place with the US Coast Guard and key Port and emergency management organizations and to provide updates to the Port and maritime community
On Jan 8 VMA submitted its letter to the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting the findings of the Corpsrsquo published study which calls for deepening the Southern Branch of the
Elizabeth River to 45 feet and encouraging the Corps to continue exploring alternatives to reduce the cost of the project so that it will be better positioned to compete for Federal funding VMArsquos letter was shared with members and stakeholders prompting submission of numerous additional letters that support the need for Wider Deeper Safer channels
On Jan 16 VMA was pleased to host nearly 30 students from Virginia Wesleyan Collegersquos Supply Chain amp Logistics program for an overview of port operations the maritime industry and the role of VMA The students demonstrated knowledge of the port and logistics and asked intelligent questions about trends in the maritime industry and career paths
VMArsquos Art Moye is appointed to the newly established International Trade Committee of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) He attended the committeersquos Jan 18 meeting during which members began reviewing VEDPrsquos various trade promotion programs and activities It will be the purpose of the committee to make recommendations for improving Virginiarsquos trade promotion activities
6
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
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 | JAN
UA
RAY 20
18
DISTRIBUTION OF COAL DUMPINGS
CUSTOMS RECIEPTS - VA CUSTOMS DISTRICT
VESSELS BY TYPE
Source US Customs and Border Protection
PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS TEUrsquoS
Source Virginia Port Authority
Jan-18 2018 YTD Jan-17 2017 YTD
Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail
BULK
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
Total 15 18 15 18 17 18 17 18
COAL
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
Total 42 35 42 35 33 36 33 36
CONTAINER
American 10 10 10 10 18 17 18 17
Foreign 118 114 118 114 111 108 111 108
Total 128 124 128 124 129 125 129 125
GENERAL
American 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Foreign 10 7 10 7 4 4 4 4
Total 11 8 11 8 4 4 4 4
PASSENGER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1
RORO
American 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
Foreign 7 5 7 5 15 15 15 15
Total 7 5 7 5 16 16 16 16
TANKER
American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Foreign 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
Total 6 5 6 5 10 11 10 11
AMERICAN 11 11 11 11 19 18 19 18
FOREIGN 198 184 198 184 190 193 190 193
TOTAL 209 195 209 195 209 211 209 211
DECEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
2017 237525 2841018
2016 229624 2655704
2017 DECV 2017 YTD 2016 DEC 2016 YTD
Hampton Roads
65320423 591261973 42705 647002802
Other VA 5613096 173008854 0 115838687
Total 70933519 764270828 42705 762841489
Jan 2018 2018 YTD Jan 2017 2017 YTD
TOTAL 2911031 2911031 2588561 2588561
NS 1205016 1205016 1152699 1152699
Pier IX 584374 584374 716892 716892
DTA 1121641 1121641 718971 718971
HAMPTON ROADS REGION (IN NET TONS OF 2000LBS)
Source Hampton Road Coal Piers
180000
190000
200000
210000
220000
230000
240000
250000
260000
270000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total TEUs - 12 Months 2017 2016
2100000
2300000
2500000
2700000
2900000
3100000
3300000
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Total Coal Dumpings - YTD 2017 2018
7574363331 wwwjones-printingcom salesjones-printingcom
Servicing Hampton Roads for 3 Generations
Books bull Newsletters bull Flyers bull Inserts bull Posters bull Vinyl Banners bull Postcards bull Mailing bull and MORE
Printing bull Mailing bull Wide Format Services
5
ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATESCOMMUNICATIONS amp OUTREACH (Jan 9) On the eve of the beginning of the 2018 General Assembly session the committee received updates on VMArsquos outreach to new legislators and new leaders in the incoming administration under Governor Northam The focus of the meeting was planning for the Feb 8 Port Day at the General Assembly discussing messaging materials logistics and other requirements
MEMBERSHIP (Jan 10) Several updates were provided and there was significant discussion about next steps regarding VMA chapters the Future Leaders and coordination with other VMA committees There was a discussion of ways in which VMA could improve email communications The committee began a deep dive into the responsibilities it is tasked with under VMArsquos Strategic Plan
TOWING amp BARGE OPERATORS (Jan 10) Following updates on monthly agenda items the committee took up a full agenda of new business Topics addressed included the Old Dominion University Center for Enterprise Innovation Southern Branch Deepening North Landing Bridge Replacement Ice and Winter Storms Deficiency Reporting Under Subchapter ldquoMrdquo and the availability of a Tug Safe Job Aid
FUTURE LEADERS (Jan18) A Future Leaders Steering Committee met to begin developing a proposal for the Board of Directors for how the Future Leaders should be established within VMArsquos organizational structure The Steering Committee also began considering a schedule of activities and programs specifically for Future Leaders
EDUCATION amp TRAINING (Jan 19) The focus of the meeting was the planning of the Feb 1 Lunch amp Learn to help member companies begin or improve internship programs The committee also discussed participation in Hampton Public Schoolsrsquo Transportation Analytics Information amp Logistics (TRAIL) Academy
2020 COMMITTEE (Jan 22) The committee provided direction on several action items in the 2020 Marketing amp Public Relations Plan This included direction for design of a ldquo2020rdquo logo developing a mobile display sponsorship packages and special events The committee began developing a budgetary framework
OUTINGS (Jan 23) The committee conducted a review of the Maritime Issues Council Golf Classic and Maritime Mixers held in November and January Locations and alternatives were discussed for a Maritime Mixer in March and tentative plans were made for the remainder of the 2018 calendar
COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT (Jan 23) The committee discussed changes made to VMArsquos reporting of port commerce statistics The committee began taking up the objectives it is tasked with by the VMA Strategic Plan This included significant discussion about the role VMA can play to help member companies identify business opportunities and make connections
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Jan 26) The committee focused on identifying and inviting speakers conference promotion and then commitments from sponsors (See Page 3 for panel topics)
Much of the Associationrsquos efforts each January revolve around representing the interests of the VMA membership and the maritime industry during the legislative session of Virginiarsquos General Assembly The 2018 session began January 10 VMArsquos focus during the 2018 session is obtaining the necessary state support to accelerate dredging the WIDER-DEEPER-SAFER harbor and channels needed for Virginiarsquos port industries to remain competitive and continue delivering economic prosperity for the Commonwealth
Winter Storm Grayson brought heavy seas blinding snow and icing conditions that caused the Coast Guard to restrict navigation in and out of the Port from 600pm Jan 3 until 1200pm Jan 5 During such events the VMA serves as an industry liaison to represent commercial interests in the communications and planning that takes place with the US Coast Guard and key Port and emergency management organizations and to provide updates to the Port and maritime community
On Jan 8 VMA submitted its letter to the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting the findings of the Corpsrsquo published study which calls for deepening the Southern Branch of the
Elizabeth River to 45 feet and encouraging the Corps to continue exploring alternatives to reduce the cost of the project so that it will be better positioned to compete for Federal funding VMArsquos letter was shared with members and stakeholders prompting submission of numerous additional letters that support the need for Wider Deeper Safer channels
On Jan 16 VMA was pleased to host nearly 30 students from Virginia Wesleyan Collegersquos Supply Chain amp Logistics program for an overview of port operations the maritime industry and the role of VMA The students demonstrated knowledge of the port and logistics and asked intelligent questions about trends in the maritime industry and career paths
VMArsquos Art Moye is appointed to the newly established International Trade Committee of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) He attended the committeersquos Jan 18 meeting during which members began reviewing VEDPrsquos various trade promotion programs and activities It will be the purpose of the committee to make recommendations for improving Virginiarsquos trade promotion activities
6
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
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 UPDATESCOMMUNICATIONS amp OUTREACH (Jan 9) On the eve of the beginning of the 2018 General Assembly session the committee received updates on VMArsquos outreach to new legislators and new leaders in the incoming administration under Governor Northam The focus of the meeting was planning for the Feb 8 Port Day at the General Assembly discussing messaging materials logistics and other requirements
MEMBERSHIP (Jan 10) Several updates were provided and there was significant discussion about next steps regarding VMA chapters the Future Leaders and coordination with other VMA committees There was a discussion of ways in which VMA could improve email communications The committee began a deep dive into the responsibilities it is tasked with under VMArsquos Strategic Plan
TOWING amp BARGE OPERATORS (Jan 10) Following updates on monthly agenda items the committee took up a full agenda of new business Topics addressed included the Old Dominion University Center for Enterprise Innovation Southern Branch Deepening North Landing Bridge Replacement Ice and Winter Storms Deficiency Reporting Under Subchapter ldquoMrdquo and the availability of a Tug Safe Job Aid
FUTURE LEADERS (Jan18) A Future Leaders Steering Committee met to begin developing a proposal for the Board of Directors for how the Future Leaders should be established within VMArsquos organizational structure The Steering Committee also began considering a schedule of activities and programs specifically for Future Leaders
EDUCATION amp TRAINING (Jan 19) The focus of the meeting was the planning of the Feb 1 Lunch amp Learn to help member companies begin or improve internship programs The committee also discussed participation in Hampton Public Schoolsrsquo Transportation Analytics Information amp Logistics (TRAIL) Academy
2020 COMMITTEE (Jan 22) The committee provided direction on several action items in the 2020 Marketing amp Public Relations Plan This included direction for design of a ldquo2020rdquo logo developing a mobile display sponsorship packages and special events The committee began developing a budgetary framework
OUTINGS (Jan 23) The committee conducted a review of the Maritime Issues Council Golf Classic and Maritime Mixers held in November and January Locations and alternatives were discussed for a Maritime Mixer in March and tentative plans were made for the remainder of the 2018 calendar
COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT (Jan 23) The committee discussed changes made to VMArsquos reporting of port commerce statistics The committee began taking up the objectives it is tasked with by the VMA Strategic Plan This included significant discussion about the role VMA can play to help member companies identify business opportunities and make connections
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (Jan 26) The committee focused on identifying and inviting speakers conference promotion and then commitments from sponsors (See Page 3 for panel topics)
Much of the Associationrsquos efforts each January revolve around representing the interests of the VMA membership and the maritime industry during the legislative session of Virginiarsquos General Assembly The 2018 session began January 10 VMArsquos focus during the 2018 session is obtaining the necessary state support to accelerate dredging the WIDER-DEEPER-SAFER harbor and channels needed for Virginiarsquos port industries to remain competitive and continue delivering economic prosperity for the Commonwealth
Winter Storm Grayson brought heavy seas blinding snow and icing conditions that caused the Coast Guard to restrict navigation in and out of the Port from 600pm Jan 3 until 1200pm Jan 5 During such events the VMA serves as an industry liaison to represent commercial interests in the communications and planning that takes place with the US Coast Guard and key Port and emergency management organizations and to provide updates to the Port and maritime community
On Jan 8 VMA submitted its letter to the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting the findings of the Corpsrsquo published study which calls for deepening the Southern Branch of the
Elizabeth River to 45 feet and encouraging the Corps to continue exploring alternatives to reduce the cost of the project so that it will be better positioned to compete for Federal funding VMArsquos letter was shared with members and stakeholders prompting submission of numerous additional letters that support the need for Wider Deeper Safer channels
On Jan 16 VMA was pleased to host nearly 30 students from Virginia Wesleyan Collegersquos Supply Chain amp Logistics program for an overview of port operations the maritime industry and the role of VMA The students demonstrated knowledge of the port and logistics and asked intelligent questions about trends in the maritime industry and career paths
VMArsquos Art Moye is appointed to the newly established International Trade Committee of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) He attended the committeersquos Jan 18 meeting during which members began reviewing VEDPrsquos various trade promotion programs and activities It will be the purpose of the committee to make recommendations for improving Virginiarsquos trade promotion activities
6
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
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 ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESGREGORY POOLE 1201 Cavalier Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23323 757-485-9800
hDennis Knox Account Manager Future Leader dennisknoxgregpoolecom 757-837-3413
hTravis Brown Account Manager Future Leader travisbrowngregpoolecom 757-408-6734
EIMC LLC Insurance Surveyors amp Claims Adjusters 111 Town Square Place Suite 710 Jersey City NJ 07310 wwwemiccom
hPatrick Downey Marine Surveyor patrickdowneyeimccom 860-921-8023
MARITIME BUREAU INCMarine amp Cargo Surveyors amp Logistics Consultants 3291 Prices Fork Boulevard Unit 304 Suffolk VA 23435 wwwmbincbiz
hFulya Erciyas Resident SurveyorManager fulyambincbiz 757-776-0664
hJanet Peck President janetmbincbiz
FAIRLEAD BOATWORKS 650 Chautauqua Avenue Portsmouth VA 23707
hAshley Kelso Manager Business Development Support Future Leader akelsofairleadintcom 757-777-2397
STEER COMPANY 5423 Henneman Drive Suite A Norfolk VA 23513 757-853-1940
hPhilip Gray Account Rep Eagle Shipping Future Leader bgraysteeruscom
hNora Cooper Import Account Representative Future Leader ncoopersteeruscom
WATERS LAW FIRM Town Point Center Building Suite 600 150 Boush Street Norfolk VA 23510
hAmber Russo Associate Attorney Future Leader arussowaterslawvacom 757-446-1434
VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY 600 World Trade Center Norfolk VA 23510
hJustin Wakeman Risk Analyst Future Leader jwakemanportofvirginiacom 757-440-2635
CHAPTER NEWS
Upcoming Chapter Meetings Full Details Available at VAmaritimecom
VALLEY CHAPTER March 29
Winchester Virginia 830 AM
CENTRAL CHAPTER March 12
Central Virginia 130PM
ldquoThe Virginia Maritime Association continues to expand its presence They have a chapter in Central Virginia and a chapter in the Northern Valley of Virginia so the good work that VMA has done here in Hampton Roads is really stretching across the state and that helps convey our messagerdquo
- John Reinhart CEO of the Virginia Port Authority at the VMA Membership Briefing (Feb 13) while reitterating the importance of collaboration between regional agencies to improve the marketing of Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth as a whole
APRIL 11LuncheonHost HRGCC
APRIL 12Luncheon
Host Central Chapter
APRIL 13Breakfast
Host Valley Chapter
Registration amp Information at VAMARITIMECOMSTATE OF THE PORT 2018
7
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
$30 MEMBERS BEFORE MAR 22
THE VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION
will be hosting a MARITIME MIXER on Thursday March 29thJoin us for some good old-fashioned camaraderie and networking
LOCATION VINTAGE Kitchen 999 Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
$45 Non-Members
Anchor MembersP L AT I N U M A N C H O R S
CLUB CONTACTS
Anders Williams Ship AgencyCapes Shipping
CBRE | Hampton RoadsCPampO LLC
Great Lakes Dredge amp Dock CoNorfolk Oil amp Transit
Pender amp Coward PC
Bay Diesel amp GeneratorCV International Inc
T Parker Host 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
Port City TransportationVandeventer Black LLP
VHB
Virginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Pilot Association
SeaGate Terminals LLCSunTrust Bank
Teacutecnico CorporationVentker Henderson
Wells Fargo BankWestern Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm PLLC
PO Box 3487Norfolk Virginia 23510
PRESORTED STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID NORFOLK VA
PERMIT NO 1930
Upcoming maritime events are listed on VAmaritimecomevents
8
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