Georgia anchorage, Vol. 37, no. 3 (3rd quarter 1997)

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GEORGIA

VOLUME 37 NO.3

T H I R D Q U A R T E R 1 9 9 "7

Georgia's Ports make a world of difference.
While some ports can't see the forest for the trees, the ports of Savannah and Brunswick are rooted in experience when it comes to handling linerboard, woodpulp, poles and lumber- as well as afull range of other breakbulk cargoes. Our seasoned professionals go out on a limb to make sure your cargo is handled quickly and efficiently. With key South Atlantic locations and intermodal connections, the ports of Savannah and Brunswick "plant" forest products shippers solidly ahead of the competition. So if you're feeling boxed in, give us acall. Byron X. Hock, Director ofTrade Development, 912-964-3880 (1-800-342-8012). Visit our website at http://www.gaports.com

VOL. 37 No. 3

GEORGIA

ANCHORAGE
THIRD QUARTER 1997



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PORTFOLIO
Wallenius establishes Brunswick as U.S. Southeast load center. .. GPA initiates
study on deepening Savannah harbor. .. Container Berth 7 construction
update.. .Authority elects new officers ... GPA captures two AAPA awards of excellence...Agri-business enhanced at Port of Bru.nswich... New Holland chooses
Savannah for project cargo shipment...American Port Services
expands export packing business ... Georgia Foreign Trade
Conference celebrates 31 years.. .Savannah hosts National Propeller Club Convention... GPA pre-
sents The Savannah Award to japanese children.
SAILING SCHEDULES . ...... . ..........28 NEW ARRIVALS ...................31 SHIPPERS ALERT .. . .....................32
MILITARY MATTERS ... . . . ...... . .. .. ..35 ON DECK .. . . . . . .. .. ... . .... 37
ON THE COVER:
Linerboard is one of the primary general cargo commodities transiting the Port of Brunswick facilities . Photograph by Russ Bryant.

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FEATURES: ARO of America selects Brunswick for U.S. port of entry for Romanian-made ARO sport utility vehicle... General cargo is big business at Georgia5 Ports.

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UPDATE 1997: The
Georgia Ports Authority: The year in review.

G I ORCoiA POIU s Al I IIORII'

Hugh M.Tarbunon Sylvan M. Byck, Jr. Sam M.Griffin , Jr. Thomasj. Dillon

Chairman

Vice ChaiTman SecretaryTreasurer Member

Sandersville

Savannah

Bainbridge

Savannah

Smith Foster Member Dalton

Harry C. jackson Member Columbus

Bill jones, III Member St. Simons Island

james D. Mason Member Lawrenceville

Herman J. Russell
Member Atlanta

PERSPECTIVE

As more than 400 delegates from around the globe gather on November 9th for the 31st Annual Georgia Foreign Trade Conference, the conference theme (Georgia On My

(pages 10 through 17). Greater competition with-
in the manufacturing and ser-

Mind- Networking to Profit and Opportunity) couldn't be more

vice sectors, widened con-

appropriate. Given Georgia's thriving economy, its ability to

sumer markets and growing

attract diversity in manufacturing and the dynamic growth of its

opportunities within the

internationally renowned ports for 10 consecutive years, the

international marketplace will

scene is set for one of the transportation industry's most produc-

result in the continued

tive conferences of the year.

growth of Georgia and our

Georgia has come to represent a number of things to people

ports. As a customer driven

around the world. To some, Georgia symbolizes the traditions

organization, the Georgia

and charms of the Old South with its majestic oaks and antebel-

Ports Authority is committed

lum homes. To others, it is the state of adventure, from its picturesque North Georgia mountains to the gentle breezes of the coastal plains.

DOUG J. MARC:HAND
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GEORGIA PORTS AUTHORITY

to meeting the challenges and needs of the international Shipper. As testimony tO OUr

To the more than 7.5 million Georgians, many of whom are

commitment, the Georgia

engaged in international trade, Georgia signifies much more.

Ports Authority is among the industry's leaders in the develop-

With one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation, a pop- ment of new technologies and investment in both landside and

ulation growing at twice the national average, a well-educated

harbor improvements. A section detailing the phased expansion

work force and strong returns as a result of domestic and foreign and future development of Georgia's ports can be found within

investment, Georgia is a shining tribute to the New South.

the review of FY97 activity

Ask anyone engaged in international transportation what city

In closing, let me add my warm welcome to the delegates

they consider the most progressive and identifiable in the

attending the 1997 Georgia Foreign Trade Conference. I invite

Southeastern United States. Without hesitation, they point to

you to tour our facilities in Savannah or Brunswick during your

Atlanta. With its towering buildings and centers of finance,

stay and encourage you to take advantage of the state's charm

Atlanta is acknowledged as the economic center of the

beauty and hospitality.

Southeastern United States and, increasingly, the nation.

While also serving as Georgia's capital, Atlanta is one of the

fastest growing and largest markets in the United States. And

making a significant contribution to Atlanta's growth is a vast

transportation network of rail and highway connecting Atlanta

to Georgia's modern port facilities in Savannah, Brunswick,

Bainbridge and Columbus. Together, Georgia's ports serve as

conduits for international trade to over 100 countries and more

than 300 ports worldwide, having moved more than 10.8 million

tons of cargo during Fiscal Year 1997. I invite you to examine

the results of FY97 within this issue of Georgia AnchorAge

B. Richard Field Deputy Executive Director
James E. Bradshaw Director of Engineering & Maintenance

EXFCU riVI. 5 IAll
Doug}. Marchand Executive Director

Charles F. Griffen Director, Port Planning/Harbor Development

Byron X. Hock Director of Trade Development

Fitz L. Hiltzheimer Director of Operations

Charles D. Parkinson Director of Finance

David A. Schaller Assistant Deputy Executive Director
]. Ray Smiley Director of Administration

CLOIH;\A ANCIIORA(;J:, the official puhlicalion of the c;eorgia Ports Authority, is published quarterly and distrihulcd third class mail free of charge lo llllliT than 9,000 readers worldwide. This publication is not copyrighted and permission is given for the reproduction or usc of any originalnwteriaL..,, provided credit is given to the c;corgia Ports Authority. Additional information, address changes, extra copies or advertising rates may he obtained from: T111: (;IUI~<di\ AN< IIOiiA<;r; Patricia S. Reese, Editor; 1~0. Box 2406, Savannah, Geor~ia 11402 U.S.A. Telephone: (912) 964-3RR~. hlx: (912) 964-3921
The Georgia Ports 1\uthority practices equal opJmrtuHity i11 <'mploym('lll, tlcvclopmnll and JIHHHotioll.

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Technology for the Customer
Driven Customer

With more than 300 transactions available at the touch of a button, the Port of Savannah's new automated cargo terminal information and operations network provides an instantaneous response to accommodate every customer's requirements. Designed with customer input, the new system implements leading edge technology to expedite the exchange of information you need, when you need it.

For additional information, contact Tom Armstrong, Information Services Manager, at 912-964-3997 (1-800342-8012). http://www.gaports.com
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ARO Takes Aim at American SUV Market

Take time this afternoon while driving home to count the

spectrum, has entered the North American sport utility vehicle

growing number of sport utility vehicles

market. Welcome - the ARO.

(SUV's) on the road. The result of your survey shouldn't be too surprising; after all,

MORE THAN 136,000

Beginning Summer 1997, America's lowest priced, five passenger 4x4 began landing on

SUV's of every size, color and shape have

VElflCLES PASSED THROUGH America's shores at the Port of Brunswick

been the craze of American consumers for

THE COLONEL'S ISLAND

Colonel's Island Terminal. There, American

several years. The flexibility and safety of a truck, combined with the handling, style and comfort of a sedan, are features that more and more people are looking for in their

TERMINAL DURING
FISCAL YEAR 1997, AN 80.7% GROWIH OVER THE

components are installed by International Auto Processing, Inc. (lAP) , along with additional detailing, for immediate shipment to an eager American market. Imported from

vehicles.

PREVIOUS

Romania by ARO of America and distributed

R.L. Polk, the nation's leader in automo-

12 MONTH PERIOD.

by Miami-based East European Imports (EEl)

tive market studies, estimates between 30

for exclusive North American distribution to

and 40 million sport utility vehicles current-

140-plus ARO dealerships nationwide, this

ly cruise American highways. Automotive News reports average

SUV takes to the streets at an affordable price of $13,000.

annual sales now exceed four million SUV's at an average cost

Constructed of a rugged steel frame and sheet metal body,

of between $20,000 and $30,000 per unit, with some SUV's sur-

the ARO is Romanian made by ARO S.A. , a company whose

passing $40,000. And their popularity, as well as their price

sole purpose for over 35 years has been to design and build per-

tags, continue to grow.

formance driven 4x4's. The ARO's durability and reputation for

ow a new style of competition, targeting the lower price

endurance can be traced to its rich history as a rough and

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rugged off-road vehicle first designed for combat readiness within the Romanian military. Eventual sales to the Romanian public, combined with the easing of trade barriers, lead to profitable and escalating sales for the ARO in Europe, Asia , Africa and the Middle East. Now, company officials take aim at a demanding American market with high expectations for their low cost vehicle.
"East European Imports has combined the best of both worlds," stated EEl President john A. Perez. "We've taken the

proven construction and durability of the ARO exterior and matched it with American drive train technology. We're providing a sport utility vehicle that people will enjoy driving and feel safe in, at the lowest price in the SUV category."
At a national press conference in june, hosted by EEl on jekyll Island, Ga. near the Port of Brunswick, top ranking executives from EEl and ARO, together with representatives from the Romanian government, unveiled America's newest SUV. An impressive guest list of leading auto industry executives, local and state government officials, and representatives of the Georgia Ports Authority, lAP and North American ARO dealerships were afforded the opportunity to examine the craftsmanship, ride and style of the 1997 ARO 4x4.
Asked what lead to the company's decision to select the Port of Brunswick as their U.5. import gateway, Perez was quick to point to similarities in the company's selection of dealers during the port selection process. EEl looked for dealers who illustrated a positive attitude, strength and the experience to make the venture work. These same attributes weighed heavily in EEl's ultimate selection of the Port of Brunswick and lAP. In addition, Perez also referenced the port's strategic U.S. South Atlantic location and environmentally clean facilities . He went on to praise the port's excellent rail and highway connections, as well as the Georgia Ports Authority's ability to accommodate

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STEVEDORES
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Executives attending the unveiling of the ARO in june included (l to r) Clarence 0. Roberts, lAP consultant; William B. Dawson, GPA terminal manager, Brunswick; Catalin Tutunaro, vice president, ARO of America; john A. Perez, president, East European Imports; Gavin A. Ruotolo, international product consultant, ARO of America; Byron X. Hock, GPA director of trade development; T.]. Norvell, director of business development, lAP; and William]. jakubsen, GPA manager, special commodities and projects.

future growth.

"We are very excited to add ARO to our growing list of auto

manufacturers taking advantage of what we feel to be the most

productive and fastest growing auto port in the South Atlantic,"
stated GPA Executive Director Doug J. Marchand.

Gavin A. Ruotolo, international product consultant for ARO

of America, was on hand during the unveiling ceremony to per-

sonally demonstrate the versatility and marketability of the new

4x4 and to provide North American dealers with a special

sneak preview of

upcoming models

ready for distribution

within the next 24

months. Ruotolo pro-

5-PASSENGER LENGTH: 155 INCHES I 3.94 METERS OVERALL WIDTH: 69 INCHES/ 1.75 METERS PAYLOAD CAPACITY: 1,548 LBS. V6, 3.0 LITER, 140 HORSE POWER, 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION POWER ASSIS. BRAKES I AC / POWER STEERING/ BUCKET SEATS I TOW BRACKET/ BULL GUARD I U.S. MADE TIRES W/15" SPOKE RIMS I FUEL EFFICIENCY: 24 MPG

jects North American sales figures for the ARO to surpass 15,000 units within the next l2 months and a conservative 75,000 units within the next three years.

The ARO 4x4 joins

a distinguished and

growing list of auto manufacturers enjoying the efficiencies of

the Colonel's Island Terminal. Additional auto importers utiliz-

ing the Port of Brunswick's 200-plus acre facility include

Cadillac, Hyundai, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Saab and

Volkswagen. Ford Motor Company exports the Taurus,

Mustang, Windstar, Explorer, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln

Mark VIII and Mercury Grand Marquis. Saturn Corporation,

General Motors and Mercedes-Benz also utilize the Port of

Brunswick as a U.S. South Atlantic export gateway for the

movement of Saturn automobiles, Opel Sintra Minivans and the

M-Class all-activity vehicles, respectively. More than 136,000

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"WE ARE CONFIDENT
THAT BUSINESS
AT THE
COLONELS ISLAND TERMINAL
WILL CONTINUE TO ESCALATE."
- DOUG]. MARCHAND,
GPA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
vehicles passed through the Colonel's Island Terminal during Fiscal Year 1997 (ending june 30), representing an 80.7% growth over the previous 12 month period. A record setting 175,000 units are anticipated by the end of Calendar Year 1997.
"We are confident that business at the Colonel's Island Terminal will continue to escalate," added Marchand. "The recent construction of additional paved storage, an abundance of acreage to accommodate further expansion, expanded carrier services, commitments for additional volume, continued market interest, the ability to provide an environmentally clean facility with excellent access to rail and interstate and the presence of world-class auto processors are all important factors contributing to our ability to attract major automotive manufacturers." 0

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The Georgia Ports Authority Fiscal Year 1997

GPA Total Tonnage
10.8 9 .7 9.5 9.1 8.7 8.5 8.4 8.2 8.0 9Year
Port of Savannah Total Tonnage
8.4 7.7 7 .6 7.5 7.1 6.8 6.4 6.3 6.1 9 Year History. In Millions of Tons
Port of Brunswick Total Tonnage

At the close of Fiscal Year 1997, the Georgia Ports Authority surpassed the pivotal 10 million ton mark for the first time in its history.

million ton mark for the first time in its history, handling a record 10,810,904 tons of cargo statewide. The new record exceeds FY96 figures by an impressive 11.8%.
At the Georgia Ports Authority, meeting and exceeding customer needs is not a trendy slogan; it's a way of life. Georgia's ports have successfully served as productive conduits for international trade for many years, each day providing customers with a South Atlantic gateway to over 248 million Americans, many of whom increasingly

depend on foreign trade for a living. Customer driven improvements such as facili-
ty enhancements, infrastructure improvements, equipment acquisitions, technological advancements and new or expanded carrier services were credited for facilitating the ports' continued growth in business during FY97.
Trade Development efforts were expanded during FY97 with the addition of agency offices in Auckland, Brisbane, Busan, Hong Kong, Seoul, Singapore, South Melbourne and Sydney. These

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offi ces, co mplemented by existing offices in Savannah, Atlanta , Brunswick, ew York, Athens, Buenos Aires, Oslo and Tokyo, will help strengthen business and further improve the GPA's ability to service international shippers and steamship companies utilizing Georgia's ports.
For over 50 years, a reputation for vision and productivity has positioned Georgia's ports to aggressively compete in the global market. Today, in addition to providing state-of-the-art facilities, backed by dedicated, trained personnel, the

Port Bainbridge/Port Columbus Total Tonnage
103.2 111 .4 124 .5 128.1 118.5 80.8 n.1 56.8 53.3 9Year
Georgia Ports Authority excels as a leader and innovator in the science of electronic data interchange.
In recent years, the Georgia Ports Authority has implemented several new technologies. Together, the addition of radio frequency technology and a fully automated gate interchange system have contributed significantly to efficiencies at the Georgia Ports Authority.
Since the development and introduction of its first automated cargo system, the Georgia Ports
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The Georgia Ports Authority Fiscal Year 1997

Authority has been an innovative leader in the field of leading edge technology to benefit customers. During FY97 , the Georgia Ports Authority introduced transACTION (Automated Cargo Terminal Information and Operations Network). The recently enhanced system is the backbone of all container operations throughout the ports of Georgia.
transACTION is a collaborative tool for the entire maritime community, as well as a data collection tool used to share cargo and equipment related information on a secure, need-to-know basis. Not only does it track and drive the cargo

through the terminal with ease, it also acts as a

customer service agent, cargo expediter, equip-

ment control data input clerk and equipment dis-

patcher.

transACTION was developed and designed

through the combined efforts of GPA employees

and professionals representing various facets of

the maritime industry. The group identified

needs , designed and developed features and test-

ed the system to ensure accuracy and reliability.

The GPA continues to work with the maritime

community to ensure that transACTION meets

and exceeds the user's requirements.

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The Port of Savannah

Port of Savannah Container Tonnage
5.3 4.8 4 .7 4.3 4.1 3.9 3.4 3.2 2 .9 fn Miffions of Tons
Port of Savannah Container Throughput

A t the Port of Savan~ah , business operations contmued to show strong, steady growth during FY97. Total tonnage increased by 9.2%, surpassing 8.4 million tons. Containers, which account for 63% of the port's cargo mix, increased 11 .6% over FY96 figures , amounting to 5.3 million tons. The steady performance in container operations reinforced a growth trend spanning nine years.

695.7

More than 50 steamship

627.0 lines provided regularly

606.0 scheduled service during 549.4 the year to destinations 526.1 around the globe and dis498.8 charged or loaded a record

444.5 volume of container and

404.1 370.4 fn Thousands of TEUs

general cargo . Paced by a record set-
ting March, container

throughput during FY97 totaled 695 ,622 TEU's (twenty-foot equivalent units), an impressive 11.5% gain over FY96. The Port of Savannah handled 61,185 TEU's in March

of 1997, setting a new record for monthly con-

tainer throughput and surpassing the old record

by 8.2%. Container throughput has grown 88% since FY89.
The Port of Savannah continues to dominate the U.S. South Atlantic general cargo trade. During FY97, general cargo tonnage advanced by 16.3% over FY96 , contributing substantially to the port's overall growth in volume. A total of 2,293 ,379 tons of general cargo was handled; the most ever recorded for a single 12 month period. Primary cargoes handled via the Port of Savannah included kaolin clay, iron and steel, linerboard, woodpulp, machinery and foodstuffs.
Bulk cargo via the Port of Savannah, though exceeding 817,000 tons, fell17 .1% during FY97. The decline in bulk operations was attributed to the shifting of agri-products activities to the Port of Brunswick in the latter half of Calendar Year 1996.
Port of Savannah General Cargo Tonnage
2 .3
2 .0 1.9 1.9
1.7 1.7 1.8
1.5
1.5 9 Year History, In Millions of Tons

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FY '97

Business at the Port of Brunswick was never better, as the port established yet another record performance in FY97. Cargo han-

dled via the Port of Brunswick during FY97

totaled 2,273,315 tons,

24.1% better than the pre-

983.9 vious l2 month period and

n2.1 the first time ever over two

658.1 million tons. The new

631.2 record reflects five years of

563.6 consecutive growth at the

570.1 Port of Brunswick, with a

527.7 staggering 64% increase in

661.0 tonnage since FY93 .

578.2

Two traditionally impor-

9 l!w History. In 17lousands ol Toos

tant segments of the port's

business, general cargo (up

27% over FY96) and bulk

1.3 (up 21 % over FY96) con-

1.1 tinue to dominate the

1.1 port's cargo mix.

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General cargo activity

.9 via the Port of Brunswick

1.1 during FY97 totaled

1.3 983 ,916 tons. Specific

1.2 commodities showing

1.3 strength during the year

9 Year History. In Mimons of Tons

included linerboard, wood-

pulp, autos, paper products

and lumber. The port's

strength in forest products
136.2
can be attributed to three
75.4
key factors : a continued
98.9
growth in customer confi-
100.3
dence and satisfaction; the
84.8
port's ability to expedite
88.6
and handle a diversified
68.9
group of forest products;
50.1
and the port's geographic
73.4
advantage in proximity to

one of the nation's wealthi-

est regions for forest product resources.

Port management initiatives to improve auto

activity and aggressive marketing by International

Auto Processing, Inc. and Benicia Industries, Inc.

resulted in an 80.7% increase in auto

movements at the Colonel's Island

Terminal. The dramatic increase in auto

activity further strengthened the Port of

Brunswick's position as a major U.S. gate-

way for the importing and exporting of

automobiles by major manufacturers

worldwide.

Autos transiting the Port of Brunswick's

docks during Fiscal Year 97 rolled past

FY96 figures to reflect the movement of

136,158 units. By the end of Calendar

Year 1997, the Georgia Ports Authority

projects the movement of more than 175,000

units through the Colonel's Island facility.

Auto importers currently utilizing the 200-

plus acre (81-plus hectare) facility include ARO ,

Cadillac, Hyundai, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Saab

and Volkswagen. Ford Motor Company exports

the Taurus, Mustang, Windstar, Lincoln

Continental, Lincoln Mark VIII , Mercury Grand

Marquis and Explorer via Brunswick. Saturn

Corporation, General Motors and Mercedes-Benz

also utilize the Port of Brunswick as a U.S. South

Atlantic export gateway for the movement of

Saturn automobiles, Opel Sintra Minivans and the

M-Class all-activity vehicles, respectively.

The Port of Brunswick also continued to play

an important role in the movement of bulk cargo.

Bulk tonnage transiting the port's facilities grew

by an impressive 21.6% in FY97, totaling

1,289 ,376 tons. Bulk commodities showing

strength during the year included sand, agri-

product, gypsum, limestone, perlite, petroleum

products, potash and salt.

In addition, recent expansion, aggressive mar-

keting efforts and agreements with several major

agri-products shippers have resulted in a very

productive year at the port's agri-bulk facility.

The facility, located on Colonel's Island, experi-

enced a 14.5% growth in tonnage during FY97

over the previous twelve month period. Agri-

product business via the Port of Brunswick is up

a staggering 503% over FY90 results.

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FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
PORT OF SAVANNAH
Delivery of two high-speed post-panamax container cranes by mid-1998.
Completion of Container Berth Seven (CB7) by second quarter, 1998.
Delivery of two rubber-tired gantries during CY98.
Addition of three toplifts by December 1997.
Development of 700 ft. berth extension during
FY98 . Development of 175,000 square foot transit
shed. Completion of an lntermodal Container
Transfer Facility (ICTF) & Expansion of on-terminal rail. Development of Container Berth Eight (CBS) by 2001 . Deepening of the Savannah Channel to 45 feet or more at mean low water.
PORT OF BRUNSWICK
Completion of the new Sidney Lanier Bridge by 2000.
Deepening of the Brunswick Channel to a maximum of 36 feet at mean low water.
Expansion of auto processing / storage capabilities and other infrastructure improvements.
PORT BAINBRIDGE
Completion of new dock during FY98.

The Georgia Ports Authority's inland barge terminals at Port Bainbridge and Port Columbus are joined to the Gulf and

international markets via the Tri-Rivers

Waterway, which comprises the Apalachicola,

Chattahoocheee and Flint Rivers. This strate-

gic river network provides a comfortable nine

foot navigation channel to accommodate barg-

ing operations.

Georgia's inland terminals provide industry

with a low-cost transportation alternative and

a strategic advantage for commodities such as

nitrogen solution, jet fuel , ammonium sulphate

and gypsum moving in bulk to and from

America's heartland. Additional commodities

transiting Georgia's inland facilities include

caustic soda, dry urea , cottonseed, cypress bark

mulch and latex.

Together, Port Bainbridge and Port Columbus

handled 103,226 tons of liquid and dry cargo dur-

ing FY97. Georgia inland terminals have exceed-

ed 100,000 tons for five consecutive years, again

proving that the power and influence of Georgia's

ports extend beyond the state's borders.

Cargo transiting Port Bainbridge's docks

reached 77,621 tons during FY97 , up 2.4% over

the previous twelve month period. Port

Columbus handled 25 ,605 tons of cargo in FY97,

down approximately 10,000 tons from the previ-

ous year.

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SUSTAINING SUCCESS

Despite the Georgia Ports Authority's record

performance over the last decade, much is yet to

be done to sustain its success into the next cen-

tury. Infrastructure developments and equipment

acquisitions during the same period have pro-

pelled growth in tonnage and business activity

throughout the state.

Equally important, attention to customer ser-

vice and productivity improvements have led to a

high degree of customer confidence.

As tonnage escalates and ships carrying the

cargo grow even larger, it is imperative that the

Authority develop additional water- and land-

based infrastructure in order to remain competi-

tive .

The Georgia Ports Authority is dedicated to

providing its customers with the most productive

facilities and services on the U.S. East Coast. By

maintaining growth and sustaining a competitive

edge, Georgia's ports will continue to set the stan-

dards by which other ports are measured.

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Wallenius Establishes Brunswick As Southeast Load Center

Citing numerous factors such as expansion capabilities, a flexible labor force, environmentally clean conditions and the port's expertise in handling automobiles, Wallenius Lines has commenced operation of Atlantic Vehicle Processors

and Norfolk Southern Railroad.
"We are extremely pleased with Wallenius' decision to designate the Port of Brunswick as their official U.S. Southeast Load Center and are excited by the additional opportunities for auto growth via Colonel's Island which will

(AVP) at the Port of

arise from the opening of

Brunswick, effective

AVP," stated Byron X.

November 1, 1997.

Hock, GPA director of

Atlantic Vehicle

trade development.

Processors will operate as a

Rob Gorton will serve

division of Pacific Vehicles Processors (PVP), Wallenius' flagship vehicle

AVP will initially operate a nine-acre site adjacent to the GPA Colonel's
Island Terminal's vessel berthing area.

as AVP's general manager in Brunswick. Wallenius Lines North America has

processing center, located

opened an office in

in Oxnard, Ca. Atlantic Vehicle Processors will initially

Brunswick, effective November 1, 1997, to serve as the com-

operate a nine-acre site adjacent to the Georgia Ports

pany's U.S. Southeast hub. Serving as general manager for

Authority Colonel's Island Terminal's vessel berthing area.

the office will be jim Wells. Additionally, Wallenius has cre-

Wallenius Lines has secured additional acreage at Colonel's

ated Atlantic RoRo Stevedoring, Inc., to handle stevedoring

Island for vehicle processing to accommodate the company's activities in Brunswick.

projected growth.

In related news, Wallenius Lines announced the signing

As the port's third auto processor, AVP will provide port

of a contract with Daewoo Okpo Shipyard in Korea for two

users with similar services as those offered at the company's

new car carriers for delivery in 1999. The two PCTC vessels

U. S. West Coast facility. These services include vehicle pro- (Pure Car Truck Carriers) will be sister ships to the six

cessing, storage, haulaway truck loading, rail ramp services,

Wallenius vessels that have been built by the Daewoo

PDI and vehicle quality control inspection.

Shipyard. Each ship will have the capacity to carry 5,850

"The Port of Brunswick is an ideal location," stated

autos.

Christopher]. Connor, executive vice president, Wallenius

Wallenius Lines has also signed 10-year charter agree-

Lines of North America. "Historically; because of the manu- ments with AP Moller for two new car carriers to be built at

facturer's requirement for export homologation and/or

the Tsuneishi Shipyard in japan. The ships will have a carry-

import pre-delivery quality inspections at the port of exit or

ing capacity of 5,250 cars and will be delivered in 1999 and

entry, the choice of port has largely been predetermined by

2000.

the selection of the port processor (by the manufacturer).

Wallenius Lines currently employs a fleet of 36 ships,

We believe there are numerous synergies that can be realized including newbuildings. As the largest car carrier outside of

by manufacturers by providing both the vehicle processing

the Far East, Wallenius Lines carried 970,000 cars in 1996,

and ocean transportation services."

with volumes expected to surpass more than 1.1 million

Connor also pointed to the Port of Brunswick's immediate units in 1997, an increase of more than 13%.

access to two Class I rail providers and interstate as key fac-

The line is one of six auto carriers currently providing

tors in Brunswick's selection. The Colonel's Island Terminal

service to and from the Port of Brunswick worldwide.

is located within three miles of Interstate 95 via U.S.

Company officials indicate Lhat vessel calls for Wallenius to

Highway 17. And, the port's owned and operated Colonel's

Brunswick will more than double during Calendar Year

Island Railroad interchanges with both CSX Transportation

1997, with more than 120 calls projected.

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GPA Initiates Study to Deepen Savannah Harbor

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nJuly 9, 1997, a public listening session was held in Savannah to provide an opportunity for the public to view

and comment on planning efforts connected

with the proposed deepening of the Savannah

Harbor.

The Georgia Ports Authority; in cooperation

with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

(USCOE), held a public meeting to gather

input for inclusion in the feasibility study

which is designed to quantify the economic

need and environmental impact of a channel

deepening project at the Po!t of Savannah.

The feasibility study will define a harbor deepening plan which, when imple-

The action resulted from a recent reconn-

mented, will allow the large ships in the world fleet to continue to serve the

aissance study by the USCOE which ident-

expanding volume of trade via the ports of Georgia.

ified a potential federal interest in deepening

the Savannah River ship channel.

time and corresponding cost savings while allowing appro-

The feasibility study will define a harbor deepening plan priate public and private input. The schedule will allow for

which, when implemented, will allow the large ships in the completion of the feasibility study in time for

world fleet to continue to serve the expanding volume of

Congressional authorization in WRDA 1998, scheduled to

trade via Savannah. While the exact depth cannot be

be considered by Congress in the Fall of 1998.

determined until completion of the study, the goal is to

At the Port of Brunswick, the U.S. Army Corps of

deepen the current 42 foot channel at mean low water to a Engineers, in cooperation with the GPA, is nearing comple-

depth which will accommodate all relevant ocean-going

tion of a feasibility study to deepen the Brunswick naviga-

vessels, without restriction, for the foreseeable future.

tion channel and approaches to port facilities. The study,

The results and recommendations resulting from the

which has been evaluating deepening the 30-foot channel

feasibility study will ultimately be presented to the U.S.

to a maximum depth of 36 feet at mean low water, is slated

Army Corps of Engineers for evaluation and eventual

for completion in the first quarter of 1998, with a

authorization by Congress.

Congressional authorization goal ofWRDA 1998. Once

The study schedule developed by the Georgia Ports

the study is completed, the final design work on the

Authority and authorized by Sections 203 and 204 of the

deepening project will be prepared so as to coincide con-

Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 1986

struction with the Sidney Lanier Bridge replacement

employs a fast track process which provides efficiencies in

project in Brunswick.

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Construction work on a new container berth at the Port of Savannah is continuing at a pace to meet the second quarter 1998 completion date. Container Berth 7 (CB7) will add 1,200 feet of water frontage for vessel berthing and 147 acres of container handling and storage space at the Containerport Terminal.
All of the ten contracts planned for the CB7 project have been awarded and six have been completed. Construction of the new $12.2 million 1,200 foot concrete wharf, which is slated for completion in January 1998, is

proceeding on schedule. Twenty-three acres of newly

paved area for CB7 are already being utilized for the han-

dling and storage of containerized freight. Two new post-

panamax container cranes are scheduled for arrival in

Savannah by mid-1998. The entire facility will be func-

tional by June, 1998.

With the addition of CB7, the Georgia Ports Authority's

Containerport Terminal in Savannah will feature over 7,700

feet of contiguous berthing.

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Tarbutton Elected Chairman of Georgia Ports Authority

H ugh M. Tarbutton of Sandersville, Ga., was elected Chairman of the Georgia Ports Authority by members meeting on

Savannah, was elected Vice Chairman. Elected Secretary-Treasurer of the Authority was Sam M. Griffin, Jr., of Bainbridge, Ga., owner and pub-

June 30 in Atlanta, Ga. Tarbutton, who has

lisher of the Bainbridge Post Searchlight newspa-

been a member of the Authority since 1992 and

per. Other members of the Authority include

previously served as Vice Chairman, is president

Thomas]. Dillon of Savannah, Smith Foster of

of the Sandersville Railroad Company. He is a

Dalton, Harry C. Jackson of Columbus, Alfred W

graduate of the Emory University School of

"Bill" Jones, III of Sea Island, James D. Mason of

Business in Atlanta and is actively involved in

Lawrenceville and Herman J. Russell of Atlanta.

numerous business and civic activities statewide. Hugh M. Tarbutton Appointed by the Governor from the state at

Sylvan M. Byck, Jr. of Savannah, Ga., a mem-

large to serve staggered four year terms, the

ber of the Authority since 1993 and currently owner and

Authority acts to establish governing policy, authorize

president of a real estate management company in

expenditures and approve contracts for services.

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GPA Captures Two Awards of Excellence

T he American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) selected the Georgia Ports Authority's Home Page and employee publication Whats Up Dock as Award of Excellence winners in the 1997 Communications Competition.
The AAPA's annual Communications Competition annually recognizes excellence in products and services produced by ports ranging from advertising, promotional literature and video production to home pages in relationship with meeting public relations and marketing goals. The award criteria includes appropriateness to audience and objectives; content; clarity; style; graphics; design; skill in use of copy; layout, art and photography; and cost effectiveness. The 180 entries from 48 U.S. ports were judged by 23 professional communications representatives from the Washington, D.C. area.
Overall, the Georgia Ports Authority captured two Awards of Excellence for its Home Page and Whats Up Dock and an Award of Merit for the Port of Brunswick Brochure during the AAPA's 86th Annual Convention in Jacksonville, Fla. in September.
The Georgia Ports Authority's Home Page, located on the worldwide web at http://www.gaports.com, provides a comprehensive overview of the GPA's facilities, services and technology. The GPA's primary objective in creating its Home Page was to provide quick and easy access to a wide array of port related information for customers and the general public. A permanent menu bar is located on the site to permit the user to visit various site selections with ease. Sub menus are clearly defined which allow the user to navigate swiftly to a particular area of interest. Port and shipping directories with elec-

tronic search engines are available to assist users in obtaining

comprehensive information on port personnel, trade develop-

ment offices, shipping services and steamship line data.

The site also provides information on GPA tonnage, facility

and commodity statistics as well as a colorful photo and map

section for viewing port facilities. In addition, the GPA site

includes sections on Georgia AnchorAge articles, economic

impact data, community affairs information and a glossary of

port terms.

Published quarterly, the Whats Up Dock is distributed to

GPA employees and retirees worldwide and includes such

newsworthy items as welcoming new employees, congratulat-

ing employees on promotions, spotlighting port departments

and highlighting employee community involvement.

An Award of Merit was presented to the Authority for The

Brunswick Brochure. The promotional piece targets

Brunswick's international customer base engaged in the move-

ment of general cargo, bulk cargo and automobiles through

the port facilities.

The AAPA is the alliance of ports of the Western

Hemisphere promoting the common interests of the port com-

munity. The association provides leadership on trade, trans-

portation, environmental and other issues related to port

development and operations.

"I am pleased with the recognition our organization

received in this year's AAPA Communications Competition,"

stated Assistant Deputy Executive Director David A. Schaller.

"I would like to acknowledge the members of the GPA

Communications and External Affairs Department for their

outstanding efforts."

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Agri-Business Enhanced At Colonel's Island

T he Georgia Ports Authority's newly expanded agri-bulk

the modern facility. Strategically located on
the U.S. South Atlantic

facility at the Port of

coast with close proximity

Brunswick is receiving

to major Southeastern

positive industry recogni-

markets, the Colonel's

tion as Georgia's new

Island Terminal in

import-export gateway to

Brunswick features 925

agricultural markets

linear feet of berthing

throughout the world on

space to handle a vast

behalf of agricultural pro-

array of bulk grain vessels.

ducers in Georgia and the

The facility accommodates

U.S. Southeast.

1.5 million bushels of

During fiscal year 1997, bulk tonnage transiting the Colonel's Island

The agri-bulk facility in Brunswick features 925 feet of linear feet to handle a wide variety of bulk grain vessels.

product in combined flexible storage space. Approximately 1.2 million

Terminal in Brunswick grew by an

DURING FY '97, BULK TONNAGE cubic feet of new vertical space com-

impressive 14.5% over the previous

TRANSITING THE COLONEL'S

plements 135,000 square feet of pre-

twelve month period. Bulk cargo han- ISLAND TERMINAL IN BRUNSWICK existing flat Storage. The terminal fea-

dled at the agri-bulk complex during

GREW BY AN IMPRESSIVE 14.5%. tures tWO 40,000-bph enclosed belt

the first quarter of FY98 (ending

OVER THE PREVIOUS TWELVE

conveyors to expedite the transfer of

September 30) reached 147,296 tons,

MONTH PERIOD.

bulk cargo to vertical or flat storage, or

surpassing the previous year's tally in

direct to dockside for vessel loading

the corresponding period by an amazing 1,323%. July

and discharging. In addition, the facility is equipped with

proved to be a record setting month for the facility, with

a railcar storage capacity for 800 jumbo hopper cars.

more than 136,300 tons of cargo handled. Specific com-

To assist agri-businesses in expediting bulk agri-cargo

modities showing strength during that period included

via the Colonel's Island facility, a state-of-the-art program-

soybeans (up 93,378 tons), wheat (up 20,636 tons), oats

mable controller-based automation system provides the

(up 13,320 tons), barley malt (up 10,380 tons) and corn

ability to monitor and control every facet of operation

(up 2,234 tons).

from a central control room. The control system allows

"The facility's momentum and popularity within the

instant feedback on process flow rates, equipment and

industry can be attributed to several factors," stated

alarm system status. Receiving, transfer or loading cargo

General Manager Charles L. Regini. "The Georgia Ports

can be configured, initiated and monitored simultaneously.

Authority introduced the newly equipped state-of-the art

Two major Class 1 rail providers, Norfolk Southern and

bulk facility in October, 1996 when conditions were favor- CSX Transportation, serve the terminal via the Colonel's

able for agricultural producers to take advantage of GATT

Island shortline railroad. The location also provides con-

and NAFTA and other supply and demand requirements,

venient access to I-95 and major east-west corridors.

thus enhancing trade efforts in a bilateral global market-

"The agri-bulk facility at the Port of Brunswick has set

place."

an impressive pace in the movement of bulk grain com-

Midwest grain producers utilize the agri-bulk complex

modities since the first shipment of cargo transited the

to supply bulk feed grain products to livestock and poul-

newly enhanced facility," stated Georgia Ports Authority

try businesses in the Southeast United States. The facility

Executive Director Doug]. Marchand. "With its techno-

also assists shippers in expediting the movement of cargo

logically advanced features, the facility is recognized by

to/from Europe, Africa, South America and the Caribbean

many in the industry as the most efficient and modern

via Brunswick. Virtually any bulk grain, processed grain

agri-commodities bulk handling facility in the

or agricultural bulk commodity can be handled through

Southeastern United States."

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New Holland Rolls

Through Savannah

T he Port of Savannah has long been recognized as a leader in the handling of Ro/Ro cargoes. Over the years, a wide array of

businesses have utilized Savannah for major pro-

ject cargo movements. New Holland North

America, Inc., one of the world's largest manufac-

turers of agricultural and construction equipment,

recently chose Savannah for the movement of

over 1,700 metric tons of cargo.

In June, New Holland exported 1,372 pieces of

equipment and crates of service parts aboard the

Sealift, Inc.'s vessel Advantage through the Georgia New Holland exported 1,372 pieces of equipment and crates of service parts to

Ports Authority's Garden City Terminal. The

Ukraine via Savannah in june.

cargo, destined for Nikolayev, Ukraine, originated

from plants in Grand Island, Neb.; Joliet, Ill.; Jamestown,

equipment on the terminal to await export.

N.D.; Davenport, Iowa and Roseville, Saskatchewan. The

Stevedoring Services of America supervised the ship

machinery is being used in Ukraine for farm and contract

loading of the cargo in conjunction with International

harvesting.

Longshoremen Association Local 1414 labor group.

As the first major project shipment for New Holland in a

Arranging freight forwarding services from Savannah was

number of years, the shipment included 91 self propelled

Corrigan Air and Sea. Surveying responsibilities were

combine harvesters, 101 headers of different types, 101

entrusted to Southeast American Marine while services such

crates of combine and head attachments/accessories, 46 sun- as washing and crating were handled by Hydro Force and

flower kits, 91 pallets of combine drive tires, 706 crates of

Dixie Box and Crating, Inc. respectively. Hendrix Tractor

service parts, 96 windrow pickups and 96 windrow attach-

provided dealer support.

ments.

"Without the dedicated and flexible cooperation of the

New Holland attributed its selection of the Port of

Georgia Ports Authority and our suppliers, we would have

Savannah to a number of factors. Company officials empha- been unable to effect this high volume and complex move-

sized their successful use of the Garden City Terminal for

ment from source to market in only 31 days," stated Reg

previous high volume shipments of combines to Australia as Walsh, manager export logistics, New Holland North

a primary reason for choosing Savannah. Other important

America, Inc.

factors in the port selection process included the efficient

New Holland was formed in 1991 from a merger between

and flexible performance of GPA employees, on-terminal ser- the agricultural and construction equipment divisions of Fiat

vices such as export boxing and washing, the port's experi-

and Ford. Today, as the result of the merger, one out of

ence in breakbulk movement, excellent highway access, an

every five tractors around the world carries the New Holland

abundance of space for staging areas and the port's strategic

brand name, which translates into more than 1.5 million

geographic location in relationship to the company's Grand

pieces of equipment. "The selection of the Port of Savannah

Island, Neb. manufacturing plant.

by New Holland, as well as other global shippers engaged in

An undertaking of this size takes the cooperative effort of the movement of high volume Ro/Ro cargoes, is further testi-

many people. New Holland's equipment was transported

mony to the efficiencies and experience we have to offer,"

principally by road by Hunt Transportation, Warren

stated Byron X. Hock, GPA director of trade development.

Transport, Inc. and Wildcat Enterprises, Inc., with trans-

"We are proud to have played a part in the movement of

portation coordinated by Ryder Integrated Logistics. Upon

New Holland's cargo and we can attribute much of the pro-

arrival at the Port of Savannah's Garden City Terminal, GPA

ject's success to the dedication and solid team effort put forth

Operations personnel attended to the positioning of the

by all of the parties involved in the move."

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American Port Services Expands Export Packing Business

C onstruction is underway for a 150,000 square foot Southeast Regional Export Packing Center at the Port of Savannah and local officials are saluting the

flexibility - our ability to adapt to unusual situations with innovative solutions- and this new facility is another example of how we respond to our customers' cargo

efforts of American Port Services for promoting economic

handling needs, no matter how large or complex they are,"

development of the area.

stated Powers.

The $3 million facility will be locally owned and operat-

The company will focus on midwestern manufacturers

ed by American Port Services and the investment will cre-

shipping oversees through U.S. Southeastern ports, as well

ate 15 to 20 new jobs. Located on Gulfstream Road near

as manufacturers and shippers in the Southeast.

the Georgia Ports Authority Containerport Terminal,

Scheduled for completion in January, 1998, the facility

Interstate 95 and the Savannah International Airport, the

will also become the headquarters building for American

export center will be the only facility in the U.S. Southeast

Port Services. The 10 office personnel and 15-person pack-

dedicated entirely to export cargo packing and handling.

ing staff will relocate to the new center from the existing

Richard D. Knowlton, Jr., president and chief executive

offices and warehouses on Artley Road in Garden City, Ga.

officer of the Savannah Economic Development Authority,

The company will, however, retain its 600,000-square-foot

said the new facility is of national significance to the local

warehouse complex, the largest in Savannah, in its present

economy. "Local expansion is an important economic gen-

location. In addition, the company will continue to utilize

erator that is being taken very seriously in economic devel-

four acres of yard space and 25,000 square feet of packing

opment nationwide," Knowlton said. "It is beginning to

and shop space within the Port of Savannah Containerport

get the recognition it deserves. We are proud to have been

Terminal.

involved in this project."

American Port Services will lease and operate the facility

Knowlton said the new export center brings the total

being jointly developed by Powers Holdings L.L.C. and

number of companies that have expanded or have officially

Rodlock Investments L.L.C. of Savannah. Armstrong

committed to locating in Savannah since January; 1997, to

L.L.C. was the broker for the property while Mahany

28, making 1997 an exceptional year for economic devel-

Construction Company, Inc. served as contractor.

opment in Savannah.

Founded in 1987, American Port Services currently

George T.

employs 60

Powers, presi-

persons

dent of American

between the

Port Services,

three sites.

said the center

"We value

will specialize in

the specialty

skidding, crat-

work per-

ing, flat rack

formed by

loading and

American Port

assembly/disas-

Services for

sembly of

customers uti-

machinery and

lizing the Port

other heavy or

of Savannah

oversized cargo, especially agricultural machin-

American Port Services' new Southeast Regional Export Packing Center will be the only facility in the U.S. Southeast dedicated entirely to export cargo packing and handling.

and we're pleased that they are build-

ery and con-

ing this much

struction project cargoes. Additionally, Powers said the

needed export packing center," stated Byron X. Hock, GPA

center will be "absolutely world class, capable of handling

director of trade development. "This facility will greatly

anything and everything."

complement the specialized services available in Savannah

"The benchmark of American Port Services is our

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Georgia Foreign Trade Conference 31st Annual Event

F or 72 hours in November, more than 400 transportation executives engaged in the movement of international cargo will gather on a small, picturesque island along Georgia's golden coast. The group will explore a host of important topics affecting the movement of cargo into the next century; while creating opportunities for growth and renewing old acquaintances.
Organized and sponsored by leaders within Georgia's transportation community, the 31st Annual Georgia Foreign Trade Conference has selected as its theme, "Georgia On My Mind- Network to Profit and Opportunity". Delegates from across North America will gather at The Cloister on historic Sea Island, Ga. near the Port of Brunswick to focus on such topics as efficiencies of doing business in Georgia, harbor and intrastate development, new developments resulting from the consolidation of rail services, new technologies and legislative changes affecting opportunities for growth.
Conference activities begin on Sunday; November 9th, with registration and an evening reception. International Night, a trade conference tradition, will delight guests with an array of delicacies from around the globe.
Following breakfast on Monday, November lOth,

Conference General Chairman William B. Dawson will open the first business session. Dawson serves as terminal manager for the GPA operations in Brunswick.
Moderated by renowned industry consultant Barton Jahncke, the first session will explore harbor and intrastate development. Panelists addressing the theme will include Kurt]. Nagle, president of the American Association of Port Authorities; Raymond Ebeling, president of Wallenius Lines North America; Richard Wainio, director, Office of Executive Planning, Panama Canal Commission; and jon Dostal, manager, International Logistics Operations for Chrysler Corporation.
Monday's second panel concentrates on the future impact of rail consolidation and U.S. Customs operations. Moderated by Jahncke, panelists will include Thomas Finkbiner, vice president intermodal, Norfolk Southern Corporation; Steven E. Rand, vice president intermodal, CSX Transportation; and Robert S. Trotter, assistant commissioner, field operations, U.S. Customs. Also slated to speak is Doug]. Marchand, GPA executive director, who will provide an update on cargo activity and future development at the ports of Georgia.
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Savannah Hosts National Propeller Club Convention

N early 200 delegates convened in Savannah October 13-17, 1997 to participate in the 7lst Annual Propeller Club National Convention and 1997

American Merchant Marine and Maritime Industry

Conference. Maritime, transportation, government agency

and military professionals representing a wide array of

interests attended the five-day event, which was held at the

Hyatt Regency Savannah.

A distinguished group of experts participated in panel

discussions during the conference which centered around

the preservation of the jones Act. Enacted in 1920, the

jones Act provides that maritime cargoes and passengers

moving between U.S. ports must be transported in unsubsi-

dized vessels built and maintained in the United owned by American companies and crewed with

SUt.aSt.ess~a

men.

Opening ceremonies commenced on Tuesday, October

14th, with welcoming remarks by Savannah Mayor Floyd

Adams, Jr., Chatham County Commission Chairman Billy

B. Hair and Georgia Ports Authority Executive Director

Doug]. Marchand. Capt. james R. Alley, Commanding

Officer of the Naval Submarine Base in Kings Bay, Ga.

served as keynote speaker.

Business sessions began on October 15th with a speech

by Rolf Marshall of Preston Gates Ellis & Rouvelas Meeds.

William P. Verdon, senior vice president & general counsel of Crowley Maritime Corp., moderated the first panel session on "Noncontiguous & Coastwise Trades". joining Verdon were Edward Cawthon, executive vice president /operations of Navieras NPR, Inc.; Barry G. Miller, manager/pacific coast services of Matson Navigation Co., Inc.; Alex Shandrowsky, president of the National Marine Engineering Beneficial Asso. (District #1); and Greg C. Snyder, vice president and general manager of Matlack International, Inc.
The second panel discussion, which explored pending maritime legislation, was moderated by Samuel B. Nemirow of Nemirow, Hu, Kurt & Tankersley Panelists included ]ohn W Angus, Ill, senior vice president general counsel of The Duberstein Group, Inc.; joseph]. Cox, president of United States Chamber of Shipping; and Peter]. Finnerty, vice president public affairs of Sea-Land Service, Inc. Serving as the luncheon speaker was Lt. Gen. Roger Thompson, U.S.A. deputy commander in chief, U.S. Transportation Command, Scott Air Force Base.
Business activities on October 16th began with a speech by Mark Ruge with Preston Gates Ellis & Rouvelas Meeds. Harry N. Cook, president of the National Waterways Conference, moderated the "Inland Waterways" panel
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Japanese School Children Receive The Savannah Award

APPROXIMATELY 4,250 STUDENTS FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT SHIMIZU CITY PARTICIPATED IN THE JAPAN
MARITIME DAY DRAWING CONTEST.

The Port of Savannah and the Port of Shimizu, located in Shimizu City, Japan, have enjoyed a sisterport relationship for

many years to promote friendship, cultural

exchanges and trade between the two port cities.

Since 1983 when an official proclamation was

signed, the two organizations have continued to

promote and strengthen international trade and

economic prosperity through an avenue for

information exchange in such areas as organiza-

tional and management systems and port oper-

ating procedures.

As a cornerstone of the ongoing friendship

and partnership, The Savannah Award is present-

ed annually to winners of a drawing contest held

in honor of]apan Maritime Day. Approximately 4,250 students from elemen-

tary schools throughout Shimizu City participat-

ed in the Japan Maritime Day drawing contest.

The participants represented 24 elementary

schools and ranged in ages from six to twelve

years old. The panel of judges included mem-

bers of the Shimizu City Board of Education and

six elementary school art teachers.

On July 22, Sumie Kohara, secretary for the

Georgia Ports Authority's Trade Development

Office in Tokyo, Japan, presented The Savannah

Award to three elementary school students from

Shimizu City. Each student also received a small

hand-crafted replica of the S.S. Savannah to symbolize the Port of Savannah's rich maritime history.
Congratulations to The Savannah Award win-

(Top) Sumie Kohara presents a replica of the S. S. Savannah to one of the drawing contest winners. (Lower) Pictured is one of the prize-winning drawings entitled, "Luxury Liner."

ners: Daisuke Kishiyama, a first grade student at

Trade Far East Development Director Isao Togioka.

Miho No. 2 Elementary School for the drawing entitled

"The Port of Savannah has been participating with this

"Let's Play With the Sea,"; Naoyuki Yokoyama, a third grade student at Undo No. 1 Elementary School for the

special Award for the school children during Japan Maritime Day for years. The Savannah Award has been

drawing entitled "Luxury Liner"; and Masayuki Sugiura, a highly recognized for its significance in giving the school

fourth grade student at Undo No. 1 Elementary School for

children not only an insight into the Port of Savannah's

the drawing entitled "In the Happy Sea."

maritime history, but also providing a broader knowledge

"It has been some 14 years since our sisterport affilia-

of the increasing roles of the two respective ports in

tion with the Port of Shimizu was proclaimed," stated GPA international trade."

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Savannah Terminal and Cargo Service Keys

GCT OT CONT BB RORO LASH REF

Garden City Terminal Ocean Terminal Container Breakbulk Roll On-Roll Off Lighter Aboard Ship Refrigerated

NOTE: Line representatives or agents should be contacted to verify specific sailings, terminals and schedules.

Sailing Schedule Port of Savannah

Compiled by: Georgia Ports Authority - http://www.gaports.com

Trade Area/Line

Agent

Frequency

Africa (East-South-West)

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CMA

NL

DELMAS

G&A

HAPAG-LLOYD

HPL

LYKES LINES

ISS

SAFBANK

G&A

TORM LINE

KER

WILHELMSEN

WL

ZIM

ZIM

Australia/New Zealand

BLUE STAR

ISS

CGM

KER

COLUMBUS

CL

MARFRET

c

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NUL

WILHELMSEN LINES

WL

YANG MING

SOL

ZIM

ZIM

Caribbean/Islands of Atlantic

AMAZON

A

FROTA AMAZONICA

s

ZIM

ZIM

Central America

CHO YANG

CY

DSR/SENATOR

0/S

Far East/Indonesia/Malaysia

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

CMA

NL

DSR/SENATOR

D/S

HANJIN

HJ

HAPAG-LLOYD

HPL

HOEGH LINES

HL

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NO SAC

WL

NSCSA

B

NYK

NYK

P&O

PO

SAGA

G&A

STAR

STR

STOLT

ISS

TOKAI

SST

TOKO

SST

WILHELMSEN

WL

YANG MING

SOL

ZIM

ZIM

Mediterranean

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

CMA

NL

CROATIA

CSG

DSR/SENATOR

D/S

EVERGREEN

E

HANJIN

HJ

HAPAG-LLOYD

HPL

IT ALIA

ISS

MAR FRET

c

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NSCSA

B

SCI

NL

STAR

STR

UNITED ARAB

KER

ZIM

ZIM

WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY MONTHLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY B-MONTHLY MONTHLY WEEKLY
WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY TRI-MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY
WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY
WEEKLY WEEKLY
15 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY 12 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY TRI-MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY
WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY 12 DAYS 10 DAYS MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY

Terminal
GCT GCT GCT OT GCT OT OT GCT GCT GCT
GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT
GCT GCT GCT
GCT GCT
GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT OT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT OT OT GCT OT OT GCT GCT GCT
GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT OT GCT GCT

Type Service
CONT CO NT/REF CONT CONT/BB/RORO CONT CONT/BB/REF CONT/BB/REF CONT/BB RORO/CONT/BB CO NT/REF
CONT/BB/REF CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT/BB/REF CONT CONT RORO/CONT/BB CO NT/REF CO NT/REF
CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/REF
CO NT/REF CONT
CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT/REF CONT CONT CO NT/REF CONT CONT/BB/BULK CONT RORO CONT/RORO/BB/REF CO NT/REF CO NT/REF BB BB BULK BB BB CONT/RORO/BB CONT/REF CONT/REF
CONT CONT/REF CONT/REF CONT CONT CONT CONT CO NT/REF CONT CONT/REF CONT CONT CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT BB CONT/REF CONT/REF

Trade Area/Line

Agent

Frequency

Terminal

N. Europe/U.K./Ireland/Scandinavia/Baltic

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

DSR/SENATOR

DIS

FOREST LINES

M

HANJIN

HJ

HAPAG-LLOYD

HPL

JO TANKERS

ISS

MAR FRET

c

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NYK

NYK

P&O

PO

STAR

STR

VAN OMMEREN

TER

WILHELMSEN

WL

WEEKLY

GCT

15 DAYS

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

BI-MONTHLY

OT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

BI-MONTHLY

GCT

15 DAYS

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

MONTHLY

OT

MONTHLY

OT

BI-MONTHLY

GCT

Red Sea/Persian Gulf/India/Pakistan/Burma

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

CMA

NL

CROATIA

CSG

DSRISENATOR

DIS

HAPAG-LLOYD

HPL

HOEGH LINES

HL

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NSCSA

B

NYK

NYK

SCI

NL

UNITED ARAB

KER

ZIM

ZIM

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

BI-MONTHLY

OT

WEEKLY

GCT

12 DAYS

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

10 DAYS

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

WEEKLY

GCT

South America
ALIANCA AMAZON CHO YANG COLUMBUS LINE Dl GREGORIO DSRISENATOR FRONTIER FROTA AMAZONICA GEARBULK IVARAN PAN AMERICAN ZIM

ISS

WEEKLY

GCT

A

WEEKLY

GCT

CY

WEEKLY

GCT

CL

WEEKLY

GCT

A

WEEKLY

GCT

DIS

WEEKLY

GCT

c

WEEKLY

OT

s

BI-MONTHLY

GCT

A

MONTHLY

OT

c

WEEKLY

GCT

NL

WEEKLY

GCT

ZIM

WEEKLY

GCT

Type Service
CONT CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT/REF CONT BB/LASH CO NT/REF CONT BULK CONT CONT CO NT/REF CO NT/REF BB BB CONT/RORO/BB
CONT CONT/REF CONT/REF CONT CONT CONT CONT CONT/BB CONT CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT/REF CONT CO NT/REF CO NT/REF
CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/REF CONT/BB/REF CONT/BB CONT CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/88 CONT/BB/REF CONT CO NT/REF

U.S. Intercoastal

COLUMBIA COASTAL

COL

WEEKLY

GCT

CONT

Steamship Agency Keys

A

ARETE TRANSPORTATION

(912) 964-6761

(912) 261-9994

ACL ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

(800) 225-1235

B

BIEHL & COMPANY

(912) 236-8555

(770) 952-0781

CAROLINA SHIPPING

(912) 234-7221

(770) 953-3189

CL COLUMBUS LINE

(904) 721-2194

COL COLUMBIA COASTAL

(912) 236-8984

CSG CROSSOCEAN

(912) 966-7380

CY CHO YANG AGENCY

(912) 238-5316

(404) 633-3833

DIS DSR/SENATOR AGENCY

(912) 238-2070

(404) 329-0944

EVERGREEN

(912) 238-0861

(770) 953-2626

G&A GULF & ATLANTIC

(912) 236-4100

HPL HAPAG-LLOYD (AMERICA)

(912) 238-3510

(770) 434-6999

HJ HANJIN SHIPPING CO., LTD.

(912) 966-2292

(770) 399-9790

HL HOEGH LINES AGENCIES

(912) 966-3125

ISS INCHCAPE SHIPPING

(912) 963-2863

KER KERR STEAMSHIP

(912) 233-0508

(770) 955-2941

M

MAYBANK SHIPPING

(803) 723-7891

NL NORTON LILLY INTERNATONAL

(912) 232-1276

(770) 804-8041

NOL NOL (U.S.A) INC.

(912) 231-0095

(770) 569-2580

NYK NYK LINE

(912) 964-8998

(770) 956-9444

PO P&O CONTAINERS

(912) 234-8022

s

STRACHAN SHIPPING

(912) 966-5200

(404) 761-5111

SOL SOLAR SHIPPING

(912) 238-0329

(770) 988-9855

SST STEVENS SHIPPING

(912) 651-4000

(770) 955-2941

STR STAR SHIPPING

(912) 236-4144

TER TERMINAL SHIPPING

(912) 964-5200

WL WILHELMSEN LINES (912) 965-7450

(770) 939-5422

ZIM ZIM AMERICAN-ISRAELI

(912) 236-4263

(770) 395-3790

Sailing Schedule Port of Brunswick

Steamship Agency Keys
A ARETE TRANSPORTATION ~912) 964-6761 912) 261-9994
CB CB AGENCY (904) 886-0009
G&A GULF & ATLANTIC (912) 263-4100
ISS INCHCAPE SHIPPING (912) 963-2863
L LAVI NO SHIPPING (912) 964-8119
STR STAR SHIPPING (912) 236-4144
SST STEVENS SHIPPING ~912l651-4000 770 955-2941
s STRACHAN SHIPPING
(904) 751-5244
w WALLEN IUS
(904) 724-2966
WI WILLIAMS DIMOND (904) 724-6538

Brunswick Terminal and Cargo Service Keys

Cl MP MPT RORO BB

Colonel's Island Mayor's Point Marine Port Terminal Roll On-Roll Off Breakbulk

NOTE: Line representatives or agents should be contacted to verify specific sailings, terminals and schedules.

Compiled by: Georgia Ports Authority- http://www.gaports.com

Trade Area/Line

Agent

Africa (South-North)

GLOBAL CONTAINER

A

Far East/Indonesia/Malaysia

HYUNDAI

ISS

K-LINE

SST

MITSUI OSK

WI

NYK

L

WALLENIUS

w

Frequency
MONTHLY
BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY

Mediterranean
GEARBULK UNI SHIPING MASSAN
Mexico
VAGT

A

MONTHLY

G&A

BI-MONTHLY

A

MONTHLY

s

BI-MONTHLY

N. Europe/U.K./Ireland/Scandinavia/Baltic

GEARBULK STAR WALLENIUS

A

MONTHLY

STR

WEEKLY

w

WEEKLY

Red Sea/Persian Gulf

GLOBAL CONTAINER

A

MONTHLY

South America (East-North)

GEARBULK

A

TOTAL OCEAN MARINE

CB

MONTHLY MONTHLY

Terminal
MPT
Cl Cl Cl Cl Cl
MP/MPT MPT MPT
Cl
MP/MPT MP Cl
MPT
MP/MPT MPT

Type Service
BB
RORO RORO RORO RORO RORO
BB BB BB
RORO
BB BB RORO
BB
BB BB

TRADE DEVELOPMENT Byron X. Hock, Director P.O. Box 2406 Savannah, Georgia U.S.A. 31402 (800) 342-8012 (912) 964-3880 Fax (912) 966-3615
REPRESENTATIVES SAVANNAH William J. Jakubsen (912) 964-3891 Mark D. Troughton (912) 964-3958 Mary K. Morgan (912) 964-3887 Fax (912) 964-3869
BRUNSWICK William B. Dawson (912) 264-7295 Charles L. Regini (912) 262-7295 Fax (912) 262-3040
ATLANTA Herman J. Brown, Jr. H. Mark Plunkett (770) 551-7300 Fax: (770) 551-7318
NEW YORK John M. Wheeler John L. Cicchino (908) 549-8100 Fax: (908) 549-8111

ATHENS Basil G. Grekousis (30-1) 721-7675 Fax: (30-1) 721-5623
AUCKLAND (AGENT) John Robinson Barwii-Auckland (64-9) 356-2370 Fax: (64-9) 356-2371
BRISBANE (AGENT) Bob Smith Barwii-Brisbane (61-7) 216-0680 Fax: (61-7) 252-4953
BUENOS AIRES Ariel G. Canzani (54-1) 314-5251 Fax: (54-1) 312-3832
BUSAN (AGENT) S.K. Ma Barwil - Busan (82)(51) 463-5811 Fax: (82)(51) 463-6403
HONG KONG (AGENT) Charles P.K. Leon Barwil - Hong Kong (2)(852) 880-1688 Fax: (2)(852) 880-5048

REPRESENTATIVES OSLO Arthur Rondan (47) 2283-3425 Fax: (47) 2283-1607
SEOUL (AGENT) S.K. Ma Barwil - Seoul (82)(2) 739-4731 Fax: (82)(2) 739-3159
SINGAPORE (AGENT) Arild Iversen Barwil - Singapore (65) 225-2577 Fax: (65) 225-2538
SOUTH MELBOURNE (AGENT) David Looker Barwii-South Melbourne (61-3) 9696-0944 Fax: (61-3) 9696-0940
SYDNEY (AGENT) Neil Kay Barwii-Sydney (61-2) 9255-0862 Fax: (61-2) 9247-2786
TOKYO lsao Togioka (81-3) 3214-3851 Fax: (81-3) 3211-1978

NEw ARR vA L s
VESSELS HONORED FOR PORT VISITS
THE (LIPPER FIESTA

T he Tokai vessel Clipper Fiesta made her maiden call to the Port of Savannah in june. Owned by Fiesta Shipping Company in Nassau, Bahamas and built in China, the container-bulk carrier is 594 feet in length and registers 19,354 gross tons.

Pictured aboard the Clipper Fiesta are (I to r) Mary K. Morgan, GPA sales representative; Capt. Nair Anard; and]ames E. Manucy, operations manage1; Stevens Shipping and Terminal Co.

During her maiden call to the Georgia Ports Authority's

Ocean Terminal in Savannah, the Clipper Fiesta discharged

3,599 metric tons of steel products from Japan. Stevens

Shipping and Terminal Company serves as agent and stevedore

for Tokai's vessels. Tokai lines provides bi-monthly breakbulk

service between the Port of Savannah and the Far East.

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THE ZIM USA

T he Zim USA called the Port of Savannah on her maiden voyage in September. Owned by lim Israel avigation Co. ltd., the 832-foot vessel features a container carrying capacity of 3,429 TEUs, a service speed of 21.7 knots and 41 ,507 gross registered tons. With the addition of the Zim USA, lim employs 17 vessels providing weekly container service via GPA's Containerport Terminal in

Pictured on board the Zim USA are (I to r) Mary K. Morgan, GPA sales representative; Capt. Shalom Cohen; and Walter I. Mitchell , vice president/South Atlantic, Zim.

Savannah to the Far East, the Mediterranean , South America, Africa,

Australia/New Zealand , India/Pakistan/Burma and the Caribbean.

lim serves as agent for its vessels while Stevedoring Services of

America provides stevedoring services.

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ZIM CONTAINER SERVICE CELEBRATES SILVER ANNIVERSARY AT SAVANNAH

"Today with strong leadership, a thriving U.S. economy and Savannah situated as the U.S. South Atlantic gateway, Zim averages more than lO vessel calls per month at Savannah.

After 25 years of container service via the Port of Savannah, Zim Container Service remains one of the Georgia Ports

The Georgia Ports Authority is proud to have played an important role in the success of one of the industry's most productive

Authority's most valued customers. In 1972 when the port's new container operations at "Container Central," (now

and innovative carriers for 25 years. And, we look forward to expanding our successful relationship with Zim by continuing

"Containerport"), was earning its reputation for efficiency and taking the lead as one of America's fastest growing and most

to meet their requirements as the focal point of their South Atlantic operations."

productive terminals, Zim Container Service was only one of

three full service container carriers calling the port. Today, as Zim Container Service and the Port of Savannah celebrate the global carrier's 25th anniversary of service via the port, we are

COLUMBUS FLORIDA jOINS EAST COAST SOUTH AMERICA fLEET

reminded of how much both have grown.

Columbus Line has further enhanced its East Coast South

As one of the nation's largest and most productive container American fleet with the assignment of the 1,136-TEU contain-

handling facilities, the Port of Savannah now services 50 global ership Columbus Florida. The new-build replaces the 1,020-

carriers, 82% of which are engaged in containerized trade.

TEU capacity Heicon.

During Fiscal Year '97, Zim vessels loaded and discharged more

Julian Thomas, Columbus Line senior vice president and

than 120,000 TEUs or an impressive 945,229 tons of cargo. At general manager, South American Service, said the Columbus

the same time, the Port of Savannah set tonnage records for the Florida's larger capacity and higher service speed are real assets

lOth straight year, moving more than 695,000 TEUs or 5.3

for Latin American shippers. "Capacity has been at a premium

million tons of containerized freight.

southbound for all East Coast South American shippers for

In an article appearing within the May/june 1972 issue of

much of the past year," he noted. "The Columbus Florida also

Georgia AnchorAge, Dr. Yoram Almogy, then President of Zim

has a larger refrigerated cargo capacity - an important factor

Container Service, hailed Zim's new service via the Port of

in the mounting counter-seasonal transport of produce

Savannah. Almogy pointed to Zim's commitment to customer

between the Americas and in serving the emerging meat export

service and the company's belief in providing customers with

market from Argentina and Uruguay. Additional vessel speed

modern, swift ships. Today, Almogy's commitment continues

also helps us make up lost time between congested Latin

to hold true, as evidenced by Zim's current position as one of

American ports and the North American market and maintain

the ten largest container shipping companies in the world.

schedule integrity:"

As lim's senior representative in Savannah, Walter I.

In related news, Columbus Line recently transported the

Mitchell, vice president I South Atlantic, believes the company's

first ocean shipments of uncooked Argentine beef exported to

direction for future growth is right on track. "With our recent

North America in over 67 years. The Argentine cargoes, con-

deployment of eight new vessels, combined with the growth in

signed to the Pittsburgh-based Gurrentz International

cargo volume we continue to experience in virtually every trade Corporation, were carried aboard the Columbus Florida.

lane, the Port of Savannah becomes even more important to

"We're excited and proud to be carrying these historic first

lim's long term strategic plans for expansion and growth."

shipments," said Robert Ellis, Columbus Line senior vice presi-

Founded in 1946 prior to the establishment of the State of

dent. "Columbus Line is a global leader in the transportation

Israel, Zim is supported by a fleet of specialized vessels and a

and logistics of North American meat imports, and the longest

network of shipping lines bridging six continents and connect- established of all lines currently linking North America with

ing 250 ports of call. Zim calls the Port of Savannah twice

Australia/New Zealand- the top suppliers of imported meat

monthly on a fixed day schedule with its Mediterranean and

to the U.S. and markets in Canada and Mexico. Our parent

Far Eastern service as well as three times monthly, both north- organization, Hamburg-Sud has over 125 years experience in

bound and southbound, with its Inter Americas service.

the South American marketplace and in the transport of meat

During Calendar Year 1996, Zim's vessel calls via the port

and other temperature-sensitive cargoes."

totaled 124. A total of 92 Zim vessels have called Savannah

Columbus Line and joint-service partner Alianca of Brazil

during the first nine months of Calendar Year 1997.

: established a slot charter and schedule rationalization agree-

"When Zim commenced container service at Savannah in ment with Ivaran Lines in 1995. In addition, the three lines

1972, company officials initially estimated one vessel call per

consolidated their southeastern regional port calls for the U. S.

week," stated GPA Executive Director Doug]. Marchand.

South Atlantic/South American service at the Port of Savannah

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in 1996, providing weekly container and breakbulk service. Combined, the three carriers operate a fleet of seven vessels on a weekly rotation to South America via Savannah.
COLUMBIA COASTAL COMMENCES FREEPORT, BAHAMAS SERVICE
Columbia Coastal Transport, LLC, has established barge services to Freeport, Bahamas. Container lines may begin using Columbia Coastal's container feeder service to make transshipment connections in Freeport on a regular basis. Located just 89 miles northeast of Miami, Freeport is rapidly emerging as a key transshipment hub for cargoes moving throughout the Americas.
"First-class carriers can take advantage of our feeder services in all ports to achieve the same high standards of efficiency and reliability their customers have come to expect," said Bruce A. Fenimore, president of Columbia Coastal.
Freeport becomes the 15th port that Columbia Coastal serves with full containerload feeder services. The barge utilized in the new service has a carrying capacity of 450 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) and is operated by Columbia Coastal to meet cutomers' service requirements. Future plans are to provide Freeport, Bahamas container feeder connections for carriers calling at any of the U. S. ports served by the U. S. flag barge operator.
Columbia Coastal deploys eight container barges in feeder service operations on the U. S. Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Its weekly and bi-weekly container services link the ports of New York/New Jersey with Boston in the Northeast; Baltimore and New York in the Mid-Atlantic; Baltimore and Norfolk in the Chesapeake; Savannah, Charleston and Miami in the Southeast; and Houston and New Orleans in the Gulf.
Established in 1990, Columbia Coastal commenced operations for its southern service between Savannah and Miami in 1993. The barge service transports 20, 40 and 45-foot containers, including refrigerated units, aboard modern feeder barges fully equipped with lashing gear and reefer power packs. Company officials indicated that Columbia Coastal moved over 14,500 containers through the Port of Savannah and served over 25 carriers calling the port in 1996.
lVARAN liNES ANNOUNCES NEW COMPUTERIZED SYSTEM
Ivaran Lines has introduced a new computerized agency system to handle all bookings, documentation and container logistics requirements for their worldwide agency organization. The software was designed by Intec Information Systems, Inc. of Long Beach, Ca.

In addition, Ivaran also implemented a corporate finance/accounting system, delivered by ShipNet of Oslo, Norway. This system was integrated with the other computerized systems under the name of LMS - Liner Management System.
Ivaran's agents and offices access critical information through computers regionally based in Jersey City, N .]. and Santos, Brazil. The new system allows documents to be printed locally through a dedicated communication network, while information enters the global database, making customer-related data readily available at all times.
According to company officials, additional enhancements to the computerized management system are scheduled during the next year to better meet the needs of its diverse customer base.
Ivaran Lines provides weekly container service via the Port of Savannah to South America.
CRESCENT TOWING RECEIVES RESPONSIBLE CARRIER STATUS
The American Waterways Operators (AWO) recently honored Crescent Towing Company, Inc. with the AWO sponsored "Responsible Carrier Program". Thomas A. Allegretti, AWO president, stated in his announcement that "this accomplishment affirms Crescent Towing's commitment to safe operations and ensures its position as a leader in the industry."
The "Responsible Carrier Program" is designed to improve safety and environmental protection in the barge and towing industry. To accomplish this objective, the program establishes preferred industry operating principals and practices as voluntary standards of conduct throughout the industry.
During the past year, Crescent Towing has received eight Ship Safety Awards from the U. S. Chamber of Shipping and the National Safety Council for their crews' outstanding acts of seamanship. In addition, Crescent became the first tug company in the United States to be awarded compliance decals by the Eighth U.S. Coast Guard District under the new "Cooperative Towing Vessel Examination Program." This program is designed to reward companies that have shown a commitment to quality, allowing for more efficient use of Coast Guard and industry resources.
Headquartered in New Orleans, La., Crescent Towing began its operations in 1945 and has since expanded to include operations in the ports of Savannah and Mobile. Crescent Towing, along with its affiliate Cooper/T.Smith Mooring, employs over 265 people in the three port locations.

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LANPORT NAMED DEPOT OPERATOR FOR CONTAINER LEASING COMPANIES

LanPort, Inc. has been selected as the depot operator in

LanPort, Inc., along with sister companies Atlantic

Atlanta and Savannah for Hong Kong-based Florens Container

Container Service, Inc. and First Coast, Inc., are headquartered

Services Co., Ltd. and German-based Capital Lease. As depot

in Savannah, Ga. The group offers full service terminals, ware-

operator, LanPort will be responsible for depot and repair ser-

housing, chassis rental, equipment sales and repair, chassis

vices for these companies in the respective locations.

maintenance programs, trucking operations and container

LanPort, Inc., in partnership with its parent company,

repair in Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, and Jacksonville.

Atlantic Container Service, Inc. (ACS), has also established a

ACS is the leading refrigeration service dealer in the Southeast

fixed cost service which reduces costs and increases equipment

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utilization . "With fixed rates for depot and repair services based upon a

U.S., representing Carrier Transicold, MHI, Deutz,

Bodenheimer and other major manufacturers of container

refrigeration equipment.

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customer's throughput, we eliminated the time delays and costs

associated with the survey, estimation and authorization

processes," stated Ernie Rubadue, president of ACS and

LanPort, Inc. "Our customers have the advantage of concen-

trating their efforts on the management of the

production/transportation supply chain link, while fixing depot

and repair service costs on their bottom line. "

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MILITARY MATTERS

PORT SUPPORT OF ARMED SERVICES
U.S. COAST GUARD CHANGE OF COMMAND

Commander Raymond E. Seebald has become the new commanding officer of the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office in Savannah, succeeding Commander Craig E. Bone.
A native of Buffalo, N.Y., Commander Seebald is a graduate of the United States Coast Guard Academy, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Science. He also obtained a Masters Degree in Environmental Chemistry from the University of Maryland.
During his first assignment aboard the USCGC Jarvis in Honolulu , Hawaii, Commander Seebald obtained both deck and engineering qualifications. In his subsequent assignment to the Marine Safety Office in Mobile, Ala., he inspected vessels and served as chief of the licensing and port operations department. Following his assignment in Alabama, Commander Seebald was assigned to the Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he developed national policy for the implementation of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) pollution conventions. He also served under U.S. Presidents Reagan and Bush as White House military social aide.
Commander Seebald received several awards for his response to Hurricane Hugo and to several major oil spills during his next assignment as port operations officer and later as executive offi-

cer at MSO Sanjuan, Puerto Rico. He has also held the position

of chief, marine environmental protection branch for the 14th

Coast Guard District based in Honolulu , Hawaii. Commander

Seebald came to Savannah from Curacao, Netherlands Antilles,

where he developed and administered a new Caribbean

Pollution Prevention Office for the IMO.

Commander Seebald has received numerous awards to

include the Meritorious Service Medal, the Coast Guard

Commendation Medal and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal.

The new commander will oversee approximately 25 active

duty and 59 reserve personnel of the United States Coast Guard

Marine Safety Office in Savannah.

In his new role, Commander Seebald will serve as the

Captain of the Port for the ports of Savannah and Brunswick,

Ga., and for Port Royal, S.C.

Commander Craig E. Bone transferred to Washington, D.C.

where he is attending the Industrial College of the Armed

Forces. During his career, he has held assignments in

Washington, D.C., Paducah, Ky.; Honolulu , Hawaii. ; Los

Angeles/Long Beach, Ca.; and Boston, Ma. Commander Bone is

a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and George

Washington University where he earned a Bachelor of Science

Degree in Marine Science and Oceanography and a Master of

Science Degree in Information Systems Technology.

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Pictured (l to r) CDR Raymond E. Seebald, incoming commanding officer, Captain of the Port of Savannah, MSO Savannah; Capt. Richard C. Wigger, chief, Marine Safety Division, Seventh Coast Guard District; and CDR Craig E. Bone, outgoing commanding officer, MSO Savannnah .

M L I T A R Y MATTERS

PORT SUPPORT OF ARMED SERVICES

SAVANNAH ASSISTS IN OPERATION BRIGHT STAR

T he Port of Savannah continues to support the U.S. Army's rapid deploym~nt force. as it conducts regular deployment readmess exerctses. Wtth Hunter Army Airfield and Fort Stewart Military Base within close proximity, the Port of Savannah serves as a strategic location to assist in the deployment of military cargo, equipment and personnel.
During September 1997, the Port of Savannah assisted in facilitating the movement of military cargo for Operation Bright Star '98, which required the movement of over 2,500 pieces of military equipment aboard three vessels to include tanks, armored vehicles, trucks and other wheeled vehicles and general cargo. The three U.S. Military Sealift Command transport ships involved in Operation Bright Star were the USNS Gilliland, USNS Altair and USNS Antares.
The deployment readiness exercise was successfully completed through the joint efforts of the Savannah Port Readiness Committee, consisting of nine federal agencies and organizations whose collective mission is to coordinate peacetime preparations for emergency port operations and to plan for port operations in support of actual defense emergencies.

The Military Traffic Management Command's 595th U. S.

Army Transportation Terminal Group, based in Charleston, S. C.,

served as the Department of Defense's Single Port Manager for

the loadout. Operational responsibility for port operations fell

under the command and control of the 1173rd Transportation

Terminal Brigade, a Boston-based Army Reserve Unit. The

Reserve Unit provided critical port operations experience and

ensured efficient cargo handling and fast, flexible delivery of its

military customers participating in Bright Star '98.

Bright Star's task force was represented by the 1st Brigade of

the 3rd Infantry Division (Mechanized) from Fort Stewart, Ga.

The task force was comprised of Armored Heavy Brigade, two

armored battalions and one mechanized infantry battalion. U.S.

Army support elements comprising the task force came from

other combat service support units throughout the United States.

The field training exercise held in Egypt is intended to improve

readiness and operatonal capabilities between the U.S. , Egyptian

and coalition forces .

During the military deployment readiness exercise, the

Georgia Ports Authority established a temporary site within the

Garden City Terminal in Savannah to facilitate military opera-

tions and provide the necessary security

for equipment and personnel. The

deployment exercise was successfully

coordinated with the assistance of the

U.S. Military Traffic Management

Command, the Georgia Ports Authority,

the Military Sealift Command, the 3rd

Infantry Division and personnel repre-

senting several segments of the Savannah

maritime community.

Operation Bright Star underscores the

Port of Savannah's important role in

assisting the U.S. Army's rapid deploy-

ment force as it conducts deployment

readiness exercise.

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(A bove) More than 2,500 pieces of military equipment transited the Port of Savannah Containerport Terminal in September for export to Egypt for Operation Bright Star '98. (Right) Major General james C. Riley, commanding general, Jrd Infantry Division (Mechanized), Ft. Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, spoke to army personnel in Savannah during the loading of military equipment aboard the USNS Gilliland.
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GPA Executive Director Doug]. Marchand and Assistant Deputy Executive Director David A. Schaller were honored at the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) Annual Convention in September for achieving the status of Professional Port Manager':M A total of 23 port managers were certified by the association as Professional Port ManagersTM in 1997.
The AAPA established the Professional Port Manager program in 1994 to encourage and promote professional standards in public port management. Administered by the AAPA Curriculum Committee, the program requires that participants hold professional management positions at port authorities and meet specified criteria, including a paper that contributes substantially to the body of knowledge concerning public port management.
Marchand submitted a paper entitled "Port Marketing/Sales in the Age of Rationalization - Can the Port Influence the Decision?" The topic of Schaller's presentation was "Port Pricing and The Marine Terminal Conference System."
D avid A. Schaller has been promoted to assistant deputy executive director of the Georgia Ports Authority.
Schaller joined the GPA in 1995 as

director of public affairs where his responsibilities included port relations, communications, business promotion activities and legislative affairs. He came to Savannah from Pensacola, Fla. where he served as director of the Port of Pensacola for l3 years. Prior to Pensacola, Schaller worked at the Port Everglades Authority in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. for 10 years in various operational and administrative management capacities. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of the State of New York and was recently certified by the American Association of Port Authorities as Professional Port Manager':M
Patricia S. Reese has been appointed acting manager of communications and external affairs for the Georgia Ports Authority. As acting manager, she will organize and direct such activities as public affairs and community relations, port relations, media planning and advertising and special events coordination. She will also continue to serve as editor of the Georgia AnchorAge.
Reese brings 18 years of experience with the GPA to her new position. Prior to joining the Communications and External Affairs Department in 1991 as manager of port relations, she served as human resources manager. Reese has also held the positions of employment

manager, assistant ship operations manager and administrative assistant to the director of operations. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Armstrong State College (now Armstrong Atlantic State University) in Savannah. Reese is a member of the Propeller Club of Savannah and the West Chatham Exchange Club and is a graduate of Leadership Savannah.
Charles L. Regini has been promoted to the position of general manager of the GPA:s agri-bulk facility in Brunswick. In his new position, Regini will manage the administration, sales/marketing and daily operational activities of the recently expanded facility at the Colonel's Island Terminal.
Regini brings more than 30 years of experience in administration, sales, marketing and operations to his new assignment with the Georgia Ports Authority. Prior to joining the Authority in 1996 as sales manager, Regini served as transportation sales manager/port sales manager for grain facilities at the Port of Galveston. He also served in sales and marketing capacities with the Continental Grain Company; Evanger's Inc. and ConAgra, Inc. Following his tenure at ConAgra, Inc., Regini held positions in marketing, sales and operations with Farmland Industries, Inc. and Union Equity Cooperative before joining the

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Port of Galveston.
Georgia Ports Authority Director of Operations Fitz Hiltzheimer has announced new assignments for several GPA managers in Savannah.
Reginald W. Sykes has been promoted to division manager of administration and planning. In his new position, Sykes will report to Director of Operations Fitz Hiltzheimer and assist in administrative planning for the Operations Division and the Authority.
Prior to joining the GPA in 1993 as assistant general manager of operations, Sykes served as port manager for Puerto Rico Marine Management. He also served as operations manager for Puerto Rico

Marine facilities in jacksonville, Charleston and New Orleans. Sykes worked in various management capacities with Sea-Land Service before joining Puerto Rico Marine in 1975. He is a graduate of Southern University in New Orleans, La. with a degree in Business Administration.
Theodore H. Quarterman has been appointed general manager of breakbulk/bulk operations. Quarterman will be responsible for overseeing breakbulk and bulk operations for GPA facilities in Savannah, Brunswick and Bainbridge, Ga.
Quarterman brings 29 years of experience with the GPA to his new position. He has held various positions within

breakbulk and container operations, including superintendent and assistant terminal manager. In 1991, he was promoted to terminal manager of Ocean Terminal, the GPAS dedicated general cargo facility in Savannah.
Craig W. Kessler has been promoted to breakbulk and warehouse operations manager at the GPAS Garden City Terminal in Savannah. He will manage the movement of breakbulk and rolling stock cargo as well as the container stuffing and stripping operations. Kessler joined the GPA in 1976 and has held several positions within the Operations Division to include administrative manager, assistant superintendent and super-

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intendent. In his new position, Kessler will report to John D. Trent, general manager of container operations.
Wes Lanier has been appointed container operations manager at the Port of Savannah Containerport Terminal and will manage the movement of containerized cargo. A GPA employee since 1993, Lanier has served as superintendent of operations and has worked in various assignments to facilitate military and container operations.
Lanier was previously employed with Stevedoring Services of America and Palmetto Shipping and Stevedoring Company in Savannah. He is a graduate of the University of Arizona where he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Linguistics. As container operations manager, Lanier will report to John Trent.
Steve D. Black has been named administrative manager of container operations and will be responsible for administrative duties for the Port of Savannah's Containerport and Container Field offices. Black joined the GPA in 1980 and has served in such positions as assistant ship operations manager and administrative manager at the Garden City Terminal in Savannah. As administrative manager of container operations, Black will report to Wes Lanier.
Betty Ann Rappe has been named administrative manager of breakbulk and warehouse operations at the GPA's Garden

City Terminal. Rappe brings 30 years of experience with the GPA to her new position. Prior to her new assignment she served as administrative manager for both the Containerport Office and the Operations Control Department. Rappe will manage the administrative staff for the Port of Savannah's Garden City Terminal breakbulk and warehouse operations and report to Craig Kessler.
John M. Ray has been selected to participate in Atlantic Container Service (ACS), Inc.'s management training program in Savannah. Ray is a graduate of Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Ga., where he earned a Business Administration Degree with a Logistics in Transportation concentration. ACS has also announced that four of the company's refrigeration specialists have successfully completed advanced training courses conducted by the Container Carriers Council/International Longshoremen's Association and Deutz Corporation. Alan Sumner and William Whiten completed CCC/ILA Training Facility's refrigeration course while Bruce Rahn and Terry Pierce completed the Deutz Corporation course for the operation, maintenance and repair of Deutz diesel engines.

N orfolk Southern Board of Directors has elected three executives in the Public Affairs, Operations and Strategic Planning Departments.
John F. Corcoran has been named senior vice president of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C. Corcoran joined Norfolk Southern in 1962 and served in various capacities to include district sales manager, special representative, assistant vice president of Public Affairs and vice president, Public Affairs, before being elected to his current position.
Harold C. Mauney, Jr., has been appointed vice president of Public Affairs in Norfolk, Va. Previously, he served as vice president of Operations, Planning and Budget in Norfolk. Mauney brings 36 years of experience with Norfolk Southern to his new position. He has also held the positions of assistant superintendent, superintendent, general manager of Intermodal Transportation Service and vice president of Quality Management.
Nancy S. Fleischman has been named vice president of Strategic Planning in Norfolk, Va. Fleischman joined Norfolk Southern in 1976 and has served as assistant general attorney, general attorney and senior general attorney prior to being appointed assistant vice president of Strategic Planning in 1993.

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Savannah Hosts Propeller Convention (Cont. From Page 25)

session and was joined by Robert P. Herre, vice president engineering of Jeflboat; and Kenneth A. Wheeler, vice president maintenance & repair of Midland Enterprises, Inc.
Moderating the following panel discussion on "Great Lakes" was George J. Ryan, president of Lake Carriers Association. Joining Ryan were Ronald C. Rasmus, president of Great Lakes Towing Terminal Tower; Daniel L. Smith, vice president Great Lakes of American Maritime Officers; and Stuart H. Theis, vice president marine transportation of Oglebay Norton Co. The Honorable Charles A. Hunnicutt, assistant secretary for aviation & international affairs of the U.S. Department of Transportation delivered a presentation during the luncheon activities.
Following a presentation on October 17th by Philip C. Grill, chairman of Maritime Cabotage Task Force and vice president of Matson Navigation Co., business sessions continued.
Participating in discussions concerning passenger vessel service were moderator Phil Cahan, president of American Classic Voyages; Capt. Thomas Gilmore, director of field activities for the U.S. Coast Guard; Helen Hill, vice president of Cruise America Coalition; and Adm. J. William Kime, vice president planning of Totem Resources Corp.
The final panel session focused on shipbuilding and repair. Penny L. Eastman, president of The Shipbuilders Council of

America served as moderator and was joined by Ande Abbott,

director of shipbuilding of International Brotherhood of

Boilermakers; Cynthia Brown, president of American

Shipbuilding Asso.; David Enman, vice president business devel-

opment of Alabama Shipyard; and Ron]. McAlear, vice president

of Avondale Industries. U.S. Representative Jack Kingston, First

Congressonal District of Georgia, spoke to the delegates during

the American Merchant Marine luncheon.

During the five-day conference, the attendees also enjoyed a

wide array of social events to complement the business program.

Plans are already underway for the 72nd annual convention

and 1998 conference to be held in Portland, Ore. September 28-

0ctober 2, 1998.

The Propeller Club of the United States is a non-profit organi-

zation, whose members represent all facets of the maritime indus-

try: The organization dedicates itself to the enhancement and

well-being of all maritime-related interests on national and inter-

national levels.

In addition, the Propeller Club promotes private sector enter-

prises in ownership and operation of waterborne and intermodal

transportation systems, including associated industries, within

the U.S. and between the U.S. and its trade partners.

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Foreign Trade Conference (Cont. From Page 24)

The business program on November

llth, moderated by Joseph A. Bonney,

managing editor of American Shipper,

commences with a panel on maritime

reform and deregulation. Concentrating

on changes to the "Shipping Act" and the

'Jones Act," panelists will include Peter

H. Powell, president, C.H. Powell

Company; Mick Barr, director of logistics,

Procter & Gamble; Rob Quartel, president

of the Jones Act Reform Coalition; and

Stanley Barer, co-chairman/ceo of Totem

Resources Corporation.

The fourth session explores new tech-

nologies and effects on the maritime

industry. Scheduled speakers include

Charles C. Bagget, Jr, vice president,

Commercial Consulting Group; Aaron

Gellman, director of transportation,

Northwestern University; and Quentin

Biegen, vice president, Daniel E Young, Inc.

Special activities on Monday include

golf, a variety of social activities, cocktail

reception, dinner and a performance by

the "Fabulous Expressions". On Tuesday,

attendees will be treated to a golf tourna-

ment at the Sea Island Golf Club and St.

Simons Island Club, oyster roast, dinner

at Sea Island Plantation and dancing to

the sounds of "Splash".

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