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VOLUME 37 NO.4

FOURTH QUARTER 1997

en You Need the ght
Connections

When yo u need the right connections, you need the Port of Savannah. At the Port of Savannah, shippers and carriers ca n take advantage of the most superior intermoda l connections in the South Atlantic range.
Three miles of on-dock rail. Two Class I railroads. Immediate access to two maj or interstates. Fast, efficient intermodal operations, and much more ...

For additional information about our intermodal advantages, please contact Byron X. Hock, Director of Trade Development, at l-800-GPA-9060 (912-964-3880). Or visit our web site at http://www.gaports .com _ __."Ji/"~t..il;.
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GEORGIA

ANCHORAGE FOURTH QUARTER 1997



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PORTFOLIO
Fi eld honored for 19 years of service .. Ward retires from CPA... CPA hosts state legislators .. Ports
Authority recogni zed f or Right Whal e ef orts.. .Anthony Crane acquires Mayfi eld Truckin g... Co ntain er Berth 7 con struction update.. .31st annual Geo rgia
Foreign Trade Conference considered great success .. Chisholm celebrates 45 years of service to CPA .. . Executives gather
at PPI Sy mposium .
SAILING SCHEDULES 34 NEW ARRIVALS .......37 SHIPPER'S ALERT .........40 PASSING THROUGH 43 MILITARY MATTERS 45 ON DECK ....................................47
ON THE COVER:
The Port of Savannah's Ga rden City Termi nal moved more than 754,000 TEUs during Ca lendar Year 1997. Photograph by Russ Bryant.

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Th e 1998 Georgia Ports Authority
Facilities Guide
This issue of Georgia AnchorAge contains the
1998 GPA Facilities Guide, a convenient reference tool which includes basic fa cts and useful information about our port faciliti es located in Savannah , Brunswick,
Bainbridge and Co lumbus. Th e 1998 Guide, appearing on pages 5 - 23, focus es on the GPAs faciliti es and equipment capabilities. Should y ou require more detailed information on the efficienci es of shipping via Georgias ports,
contact the GPA Trade Development
Department at 912-964-3880 (fax 912-966-3 615).

GEORGIA PORTS AUTHORITY

Hugh M.Tarbutton Sylvan M. Byck, Jr. Sam M.Griffin, Jr. Thomas J Dillon

Chairman

Vice Chairman Secretary-Treasurer Member

Sa ndersville

Sava nnah

Bainbridge

Savannah

Sm ith Foster Member DaLon

Harry C. j ac kson Member Co lumbus

Bill j ones, III Member St. Simons Island

j ames D. Mason Member Lawrencevi lle

Herman J Russell
Member Atlanta

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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PERSPECTIVE
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N ever in the history of the Georgia Ports Authority has there been a gentleman whose presence and vision more impacted the future of Georgia and its ports than that of my predecessor, George]. Nichols. George's sudden death on january 8 came as a very sad and most regrettable blow to everyone.
I came to know of George's reputation in the maritime industry some 20 years ago as a young port employee in Texas. Even then it was evident that he truly loved his job and the people he worked with, both directly and indirectly. George's influence and reputation stretched beyond his native borders; if you moved cargo into or out of the United States by water, you at some point would come in contact with George.
George never met a stranger; there was always a familiar smile, a handshake and an exuberant "by-golly". Behind his gentle demeanor, there was a very fair, but tough negotiator. Whether he was conducting business along Georgia's coastal plains or soliciting support from key legislators in Atlanta and Washington, he was the epitome of a true Southern gentleman and businessman.
Following George's retirement, the Authority honored him by dedicating the GPA's newly remodeled conference room in

his name. While I am sure George appreciated the gesture, I'm equally as sure he was just a little embarrassed . You see, George was a doer and a team player. He didn't care very much for garnishing credit. His main concern was getting the job done right the first time and making customers happy. That's what made him so successful and contributed so significantly to the growth of Georgia's ports.
Within this issue of Georgia An chorAge in page 46, we have paid tribute to George with an article honoring his memory. The article details the man and his many accomplishments. I encourage you to read through it and relive one of your own favorite moments with George.
George never forgot his roots. Maybe that's why he was so approachable. He was proud of his Greek heritage and quick to point out that h e was from his beloved Savannah.
I believe the majority of us were more familiar with George on a professional level. But th e George Nichols we knew and respected was also a loving family man, a devoted husband and caring fath er. On behalf of the Georgia Ports Authority and the maritime community, I extend to the Nichols famil y our heartfelt condolence and deepest sympathy on George's passing.
Kalla antamosee (Until we meet again).

David A. Schaller Deputy Executive Director
james E. Bradshaw Director of Engineering & Maintenance

EXECUTIVE STAFF
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

]. Ray Smiley Dir-ector of Administration

Gi.OR(d \ A'\< llnRA<.I, the official puhliration of the G<orgia Ports Authority, is published quarterly and distributed third class mail free of charge to more than 9,000 readers world wick. This publication is not <opyrightcd and permission is given for the reproduction or usc of any original materials, providtd credit is given to the Georgia Ports Authority. Additional information . address t'hang<'s. l'Xtra topics or advertising rates may bl' obtained from : TilL GroH<a . \ Ai\utoRA<.r; Patricia S. Reese . Editor; P.O. Box H06. Sa,am><th. Gtorgia 31-102 l '.S.A. Trlrphont: (912) 964-388>. Fax : (912) 964-3921
Ihc Gtorgill Ports Authority praftkcs equal opportunity in employmt'nt, dc\'dopm cnt and promotion.
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Your Powerful Friends at the Port of Savannah.
This ha been the home port of Turecamo of Savannah's fleet for 77 years and nobody knows the river better than we do.
Turecamo of Savannah serves its customers with the finest equipment and most experienced personnel available. Whatever towing ass istance is required, whether docking-undocking-inland-coastwise or
emergency, Turecamo of Savannah is ready to get the job done quickly and in a afe, professional manner. O ur rates are competitive, ava ilable on request, and we offe r you the stability of contractual agreements.
Turecamo of Savannah, a trad ition of service to the Port of Savannah.
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TURECAMO OF SAVANN A H
Telephone: 912/232-8103 Nights and Holidays: 912/232-8105 or 912/233-1367 Fax : 912/232-4735 Also serving the ports of: New York , N ew Jersey, Albany, Philadelphia, Charleston, Brunswick, and Fernandina.
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GEORGIA PORTS AUTHORITY TERMI.NAL FACILITIES GUIDE
1998
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GEORGIA PORTS AUTHORITY TERMINAL FACILITIES GUIDE

ORT OF SAVANNAH
Latitude 32 02 N
Longitude 80 54 w
912-964-3811 or 1-800-342-8012 Fax: 912-966-3615/ Website: http://www.gaports.com Marketing Department: 1-800-GPA-9060
Suspension Bridge: Concrete and cable construction; Unrestricted horizontal clearance; Vertical clearance 185 feet (56.4 m.) at mean high water.

GAR-DEN CIJY .TERMINAL

Located on the Savannah River, GPAs Garden City Terminal features the largest single-terminal complex with the longest contiguous dock on the U.S. East Coast. The terminal offers 7,726 linear feet of docking space at seven berths and inside and outside storage dedicated solely to specialized needs of high-speed container, general cargo and Ro/Ro operations.

TERMINAL AREA

838 acres (339.1 hectares)

CHANNEL WIDTH

500 ft. (152.4 m.)

CHANNEL PROJECT DEPTH 42 ft. ( 12.8 m.) at mean low water

TIDAL RANGE

7.5 ft. (2.3 m. )

TURNING BASIN

1,500 ft. (457.2 m.) x 1,600 ft. (487.8 m.)

Kings Island turning basin is the largest of five.

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Linear Meters
DEPTH ALONGSIDE DOCK HEIGHT APRON WIDTH

Containers, General Cargo, Ro!Ro, Liquid Bulk

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

842

719

917 1,200 1,158 1,690 1,200

257

219

280

366

353

515

366

42ft. (12.8 m.) at mean low water 15 ft. (4.6 m.) above mean low water Up to 196ft. (59.7 m.)

50

62

642

600

196

183

DEPTH ALONGSIDE DOCK HEIGHT LIQUID TANK FARM

Total 7,726 2,356
36ft. (10.9 m.) at mean low water 15 ft.(4.5 m.) above mean low water 2.2 million barrel capacity

(6) 56-ton capacity under spreader/ 78-ton capacity under cargo beam (7) 45-ton capacity under spreader/ 53-ton capacity under cargo beam (13) 11 of which are post-Panamax

Rubber-tired-gantries

(13) 45-ton capacity

Four-high loaded toplifts

(17) 90,000 lb. (40,800 kg.) /67,400 lb. (30,600 kg.) under spreader capacity

3-high loaded toplifts

(5) 80,000 lb. (36,300 kg.) /67,400 lb. (30,600 kg.) under spreader capacity

Five-high empty stackers

(6) 15,000 lb. capacity {6,800 kg.)

Forklifts

(44) 11 ,000 lb. - 50,000 lb. capacity {5,000- 22,700 kg.) with accessory attachments

Over-height crane attachment

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TRANSIT SHEDS & WAREHOUSING

83-A

402,000 sq. ft.

83-B

400,800 sq. ft.

Warehouse 24 130,000 sq. ft.

Warehouse 27 130,000 sq. ft.

CFS 1

87,992 sq. ft.

CFS 2

103,224 sq. ft.

Cold Storage

68,150 sq. ft.

T- Shed 2

49,500 sq. ft.

Total

1,371,666 sq. ft.

(37,347 (37,236 (12,077 (12,077 (8,175 (9,590 (6,331 (4,599 (127,432

sq.m.) sq. m.) sq. m.) sq. m.) sq. m.) sq.m.) sq. m.) sq. m.) sq.m.)

RAil SIDING 1,400 ft. 1,400 ft.
578ft. 578ft. 654ft. 752ft.
N/A 230ft. 5,592 ft.

(427 m.) (427 m.) (176m.) (176m.) (199m.) (229m.)
N/A (70m.) (1,704 m.)

Transit sheds and warehouses are equipped with alongside rail and truck capabilities to expedite the handling of Ro/Ro, general cargoes and container stripping/stuffing operations.

located adjacent to CB4, the cold storage facility can accommodate any freeze or chill requirement with temperature control ranging from -15 degrees to +70 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity control and blast freezing available. The facility is equipped with a 19,000 square foot truck platform and is capable of handling 36 trailers simultaneously.

CONTAINER FIElD Paved Area (acres) Paved Area (hectares) Parking Slots TEU Stacking Slots

CB1 23 9 266
4,104

CB2 36 15
1,231 2,322

CB3 27 11
764 3,042

CB4 57 23
2,556 2,484

CB5 62 25
2,497 3,582

CB6 43 17
1,445 1,998

CB7 94 38
4,888 0

CONTAINER FIElD Paved Area (acres) Paved Area (hectares) Parking Slots TEU Stacking Slots

P2

P3

P5

9

18

14

4

7

6

382

927

0

0

0 6,510

EXPEDITING FACiliTY

Paved Area (acres)

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Paved Area (hectares)

5

Parking Slots

390

TEU Stacking Slots

0

CONTAINER FIElD Paved Area (acres) Paved Area (hectares) Parking Slots TEU Stacking Slots

Total 395 160 15,346 24,042

INTERCHANGE lANES Gate 3 13 lanes Gate 4 14 lanes Gate 6 4 lanes Total 31 lanes plus bypass

Gates 3 and 4 are equipped with 120,000 lb. (54,400 kg.) capacity truck scales and over-height sensing devices. Fully integrated computer and radio frequency communications are utilized for rapid cargo throughput.

Container Berth 2 Container Berth 3
Container Berth 5 Total

(50) (66) (72) (96) (284)

240 volt 240 volt 480 volt 240 volt

Garden City Terminal is equipped with four portable generators (30 outlets each with 480 volts).

INTERSTATE ACCESS

Garden City Terminal is conveniently located 6.3 miles (10.1 kilometers) to 1-16 and 5.6 miles (9.0 kilometers) to 1-95.

RAIL SERVICE AND TRACKAGE

Savannah State Docks Railroad, located at GPA's Garden City Terminal in Savannah, provides switching services on a 24-hour basis. Garden City Terminal is equipped with 25 miles of on-terminal rail and 3 miles of on-dock rail for efficient single and double-stack rail operations. Interchange and line haul services are provided by Norfolk Southern Railroad and CSX Transportation.

TOWING AND TUG SERVICES

Available on a 24-hour basis.

24-hour security and fire protection. Perimeter completely fenced.

Located on the Savannah River, Ocean Terminal offers shippers state-of-the art facilities for the handling of general and containerized cargoes.

TERMINAL AREA CHANNEL WIDTH CHANNEL PROJECT DEPTH TIDAL RANGE TURNING BASIN

208 acres (84.2 hectares) 500 ft. (152.4 m.) 42ft. ( 12.8 m.) at mean low water 7.5 ft. (2.3 m.) Marsh Island 900ft. (274.3 m.) x 1,000 ft. (304.8 m.) Kings Island 1,500 ft. (457.2 m.) x 1,600 ft. (487.7 m.)

CARGO HANDLED

General Cargo and Containers

Vessel Berths

Slip Berths

BERTH

1

2

13

18

19

20

14

15

Linear Feet

600

578

975

540

562

564

564

564

Linear Meters

183

176

297

165

171

172

172

172

DEPTH ALONGSIDE DEPTH ALONGSIDE DOCK HEIGHT APRON WIDTH

Berths 1,2,13,18,19

42ft. (12.8 m.)

Berth 20

38 ft. (11.6 m.)

15ft. (4.6 m.) at mean low water

From 53 ft. (16.2 m.) to 200ft. (60.9 m.)

GANTRY CRANES Clyde (Berth 13) Kocks (Berths 13-20) (2) Diamond (Berths 13-20) Diamond (Berths 1-2)

175-ton capacity under main hook 100-ton capacity under main hook
50-ton capacity under main hook 35-ton capacity under main hook

CONTAINER CRANE Kone (Berths 13-20)

45-ton capacity under spreader/56-ton capacity under cargo beam

Link Belt Mobile Crane

45-ton capacity with 100' boom

17 Total 533 5988 163 1826

TRANSIT SHEDS & WAREHOUSING

Warehouse 1

190,000 sq. ft.

Warehouse 2

190,000 sq. ft.

Warehouse 3

208,158 sq. ft.

Shed 1 and 2

171 ,950 sq. ft.

Shed 9

60,000 sq. ft.

Shed 10 and 12

350,460 sq. ft.

Shed 14 and 15

213,400 sq. ft.

Shed 16, 17 and 18

114,300 sq. ft.

Shed 19

57,000 sq. ft.

K Shed

66,600 sq. ft.

Total

1,621 ,868 sq. ft.

(17,652 sq. m.) (17,652 sq. m.) (19,339 sq. m.) (15,975 sq. m.) ( 5,574 sq. m.) (32,559 sq. m.) (19,826 sq. m.) (10,619 sq. m.) ( 5,296 sq. m.) ( 6,187 sq. m.) (150,679 sq. m.)

RAIL SIDING 1,520 ft. (463 m.) 1,520 ft (463 m.)
N/A 1,900 ft. (579 m.) 2,208 ft. (673 m.) 1,936 ft. (590 m.)
950ft. (290m.) 1,400 ft. (427 m.)
950ft. (290m.) 1,104 ft. (337m.) 13,488 ft. (4,112 m.)

Transit sheds and warehouses are equipped with alongside rail and truck capabilities to expedite the handling of general cargoes and container stripping/stuffing operations.

OPEN STORAGE:

83 acres (33.6 hectares) accommodates containerized and general cargo commodities.

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OCEAN TERMINAL CONTAINER FIELD

Paved Area

47 acres (19.1 hectares)

EQUIPMENT Three-high loaded toplifts Forklifts

(3) 67,400 lb. capacity (30,600 kg.) under spreader (54) 52,000- 9,000 lb. capacity (23,600- 4,100 kg.) with accessory attachments

CLAY BAGGING FACILITY - Capacity: 25 tons per hour - Automated control systems - High efficiency air cleaners

REEFER OUTLETS Warehouse 2

(28) 480 volt

(4) 250 volt

INTERSTATE ACCESS

Ocean Terminal is located within close proximity to 1-95 and 1-16.

RAIL SERVICES

Norfolk Southern Railroad provides switching services on terminal. Interchange and line haul services are provided by Norfolk Southern Railroad and CSX Transportation.

TOWING AND TUG SERVICES Available on a 24-hour basis.

SECURITY

24-hour security and fire protection. Perimeter completely fenced.

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ORT OF BRUNSWICK
Latitude 31 o 04.1'N Longitude 81 16.7'W 912-264-7295 or 912-261-3921 Fax: 912-262-3040 /Website: http://www.gaports.com Marketing Department: 1-800-GPA-9060
Three distinctive terminals, Colonel's Island Terminal, Mayor's Point Terminal and Marine Port Terminals, Inc., offer shippers convenience and rapid access to and from worldwide markets.

SIDNEY LANIER BRIDGE Present Specifications At mean high water feet At mean high water meters
NEW SIDNEY LANIER BRIDGE Scheduled for Completion in 2000 New Specifications At mean high water feet At mean high water meters

Vertical Clearance 139.2 ft. 42.4 m.
185ft. 56.4m.

Horizontal Clearance 250ft. 76.2 m.
1,038 ft. 316.4 m.

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Strategically located one hour south of Savannah on the South Brunswick River, Colonel's Island Terminal has emerged as a leader on the East Coast in the transportation, storage and distribution of automobiles. Atlantic Vehicle Processors, Benicia Industries, Inc., and International Auto Processing, Inc., are located on the terminal to offer a wide range of auto processing and distribution services. ARO, Cadillac, Hyundai, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Saab and Volkswagen utilize Colonel's Island Terminal for inbound auto shipments. 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-Ciass all-activity vehicles, respectively.
The Colonel's Island Terminal is also equipped with an agri-bulk facility for handling and distributing a vast array of bulk commodities to include bulk grains, processed grains, protein concentrates, feed and other special commodities including Zircon sand. The agri-complex has a maximum storage capacity of 1.5 million bushels in combined storage.
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TERMINAL AREA CHANNEL WIDTH CHANNEL PROJECT DEPTH TIDAL RANGE TURNING BASIN

345 acres (139.6 hectares) 400 ft. (121 .9 m.) 30ft. (9.1 m.) at mean low water 7.6 ft. (2.3 m.) South Brunswick River 1,200 ft. (365.8 m.) in diameter

CARGO HANDLED

Vehicle Import/Export Dry Bulk

VESSEL BERTHS
WHARF AREA TOTAL BERTHING AREA APRON WIDTH DEPTH ALONGSIDE DOCK HEIGHT

BERTH 1 550 linear ft. (168m.) 1,095 linear ft. (334 m.) 150 linear ft. ( 46 m.) 30ft. (9.1 m.) at mean low water 14.5 ft. (4.4 m.) above mean low water

BERTH 2 750 linear ft. (229 m.) 925 linear ft. (282 m.) 35 linear ft. ( 11 m.) 36ft. (10.7 m.) at mean low water 14.5 ft. (4.4 m.) above mean low water

BULK LOADING ELEVATOR AIR DRAFT SPECIFICATIONS Height of vessel from waterline to top of hatch coamings not to exceed 42ft. (12.8 m.) during load operations.

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OPEN STORAGE AUTO PROCESSORS

AUTOMOBILE RECEIVING. STORAGE AND PROCESSING
221 acres (89.4 hectares) (nearly 1,000 acres available for development) Three auto processors are located on Colonel's Island Terminal to offer a wide range of auto processing and distribution services.

BULK GRAIN AND AGRI-COMMODITIES RECEIVING & STORAGE

FACILITIES STORAGE
INBOUND RECEIVING FROM TRUCK
RECEIVING FROM RAIL GRAIN CLEANING/BLENDING GRAIN DRYING RECEIVING FROM WATER

Consisting of versatile, state-of-the-art flexible storage 46,000 ton capacity storage
40,000 bushels per hour /1 ,200 tons per hour with 60 degrees tilt ramp direct to pit and 70 ft. (28 m.) deck scale. 40,000 bushels per hour /1 ,200 tons per hour 40,000 bushels per hour /1 ,200 tons per hour 2,000 bushels per hour I 60 tons per hour Available

OUTBOUND To Ship To Truck To Rail

40,000 bushels per hour /1 ,200 tons per hour 8 semi's per hour 6 hoppers per hour

WEIGHING

40,000 bushels per hour/1 ,200 tons per hour

Telescoping Spouts Vacuum System Container Pad

Two - Within a foot of the top of the pile Recoups cargo dust and delivers it back onto conveyor system if applicable Paved pad for temporary storage of containers

EQUIPMENT - Forklifts and cranes of various sizes and lifting capacities of up to 15 tons; others available on request. - 100,000 lb. (45,400 kg.) capacity truck scale - Garner scale and sampler system - Payloaders, tractors and trailers

EXPORT LOADING SYSTEM SCRAPER RECLAIMER

Portal scraper type, automatic operation with programmed control of cut

depth, 2,250 tons per hour capacity*

- Flexible system allows cargo to move directly onto vessel from receiving pits

DIRECT-TO-VESSEL LOADING CONVEYOR TO SHIPLOADER
INSPECTION AND WEIGHING

2,400 tons per hour capacity* Traveling conveyor, 550ft. length (168m.), 94ft. (29m.) maximum horizontal outreach and telescoping spout with spoon *100 lb. per cu. ft. capacity FGIS on premise. Official and certified available.

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INTERSTATE ACCESS

Colonel's Island Terminal is located 3 miles (4.8 kilometers ) from 1-95.

RAIL SERVICES

Norfolk Southern Railroad and CSX Transportation interchange with Colonel's Island Railroad.

TOWING AND TUG SERVICES Available on a 24-hour basis.

SECURITY

24-hour security and fire protection. Perimeter completely fenced.

Located on the upper reach channel of the East River in Brunswick, Mayor's Point Terminal is the logical choice for South Atlantic forest products to destinations worldwide.

TERMINAL AREA CHANNEL WIDTH CHANNEL PROJECT DEPTH TIDAL RANGE TURNING BASIN:

22 acres (8.9 hectares) 350ft. (106.7 m.) 30ft. (9.1 m.) at mean low water 7.3 ft. (2.2 m.) East River 1,200 ft. (365.8 m.) by 800 ft. (243.8 m.)

CARGO HANDLED

General Cargo and Ro/Ro

VESSEL BERTHS BERTHING SPACE DEPTH ALONGSIDE APRON WIDTH

1,750 linear ft. (533.4 m.) 30ft. (9.1 m) at mean low water 55 ft. (16.8 m.)

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DOCK HEIGHT

13.5 ft. (4.1 m.) above mean low water

OPEN STORAGE 8 acres (3.2 hectares)

TRANSIT SHED ADJACENT TO DOCK

Shed 1

305,000 sq. ft. (28,335 sq. m.)

RAIL SIDING 2,000 ft. (61 0 m.)

EQUIPMENT FORKLIFTS (20)

30,000 -10,000 lb. capacity (13,600- 4,500 kg.) with accessory attachments

INTERSTATE ACCESS

Mayor's Point Terminal is located 6 miles (9.7 kilometers) from 1-95.

RAIL SERVICES & TRACKAGE Interchange and line haul services are provided by Norfolk Southern Railroad and CSX Transportation.

TOWING AND TUG SERVICES Available on a 24-hour basis.

SECURITY

Perimeter completely fenced.

Marine Port Terminals operates a 145 acre terminal located on the upper reach channel of the East River at the Port of Brunswick. Marine Port Terminals specializes in handling a diverse mix of general cargo and bulk commodities.

TERMINAL AREA CHANNEL WIDTH CHANNEL PROJECT DEPTH TIDAL RANGE TURNING BASIN

145 acres (58.7 hectares) 400ft. (121.9 m.) 30 ft. (9.1 m.) at mean low water 7.3 ft. (2.2 m.) East River 1,200 ft. (365.7 m.) by 800ft. (243.8 m.)

CARGO HANDLED

General Cargo, Bulk and Ro/Ro

VESSEL BERTHS Linear Feet Linear Meters

1

2

3

4 Total

560

540

540

500 2,140

171

165

165

152

653

APRON WIDTH DEPTH ALONGSIDE
DOCK HEIGHT

52 ft. 30ft. 13ft.

(15.8 m.) (9.1 m.) (3.9 m) above mean low water

PETROLEUM BERTH

Linear Feet

275

Linear Meters

84

OPEN STORAGE

15 acres (6.1 hectares)

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TRANSIT SHED AND BULK STORAGE

T-Shed 1

57,000 sq. ft. (5,296 sq. m.)

T-Shed 2

26,000 sq. ft (2,416 sq. m.)

T-Shed 3

57,000 sq. ft. (5,296 sq. m.)

T-Shed 4

30,000 sq. ft. (2,787 sq. m.)

L-Shed

12,500 sq. ft. (1 ,161 sq. m.)

Warehouse 1

50,000 sq. ft. {4,645 sq. m.)

Warehouse 2

60,000 sq. ft. {5,574 sq. m.)

Warehouse 3

70,000 sq. ft. {6,503 sq. m.)

Warehouse A&B

19,500 sq. ft. (1 ,812 sq. m.)

Warehouse C&D

45,000 sq. ft. (4,181 sq. m.)

Domars 1,2 & 3

32,000 sq. ft. (2,973 sq. m.)

Glynn Dist. Whse.

32.000 ~tt, (2,973~mJ_

Total

491 ,000 sq. ft. (45,617 sq. m.)

GANTRY CRANES American Clyde

165-ton capacity under main hook 45-ton capacity under main hook

BULK SHIP UNLOADERS Colby 8 cubic yard clam shell Dravo 9 cubic yard clam shell

RAIL SIDING 800ft. (244m.) 200ft. (61 m.) 375ft. (114m.) 575ft. (175m.) N/A
1,000 ft. (305m.) 1,000 ft. (305m.) 1,000 ft. (305m.) 1,000 ft. (305m.) 1,000 ft. (305m.) 1,000 ft. (305m.)
300 tt, @mJ_ 8,250 ft. (2,515 m.)

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EQUIPMENT 18-ton capacity mobile crane 36" and 46" stationary conveyor systems 36" through 60" mobile stacking conveyors Forklifts of various sizes with lift capacities up to 15-tons and accessory attachments Front end loaders Tractor trailers (2) 100,000 lb. (45,400 kg.) capacity truck scales

INTERSTATE ACCESS

Located 7 miles (11 .3 kilometers) from 1-95.

RAIL SERVICES & TRACKAGE Interchange and line haul services are provided by Norfolk Southern Railroad and CSX Transportation. 3,500 ft. (1 ,067 m.) of track available for cross-dock operation.

TOWING AND TUG SERVICES Available on a 24-hour basis.

SECURITY

24-hour security and fire protection. Perimeter completely fenced.

Latitude 30 54'N Longitude 84 37'W 912-248-2902 Fax: 912-248-2904 I Website: http:llwww.gaports.com Marketing Department: 1-800-GPA-9060

Located on the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River System in Bainbridge, Georgia, Port Bainbridge provides industry with a low-cost transportation alternative and a strategic advantage for commodities such as nitrogen solution, ammonium sulphate, gypsum, urea and cotton seed.

TERMINAL AREA

107 acres (43.3 hectares)

CARGO HANDLED

Liquid I Dry Bulk

BERTHING SPACE

Linear Feet

400

Linear Meters

122

DEPTH ALONGSIDE DOCK HEIGHT

9ft. 13ft.

(2.7 m.) (3.9m.)

TRANSIT SHEDS & WAREHOUSE SPACE

T-Shed

13,000 sq. ft. (1 ,208 sq. m.)

Warehouse 1

26,000 sq. ft. (2,416 sq. m.)

Warehouse 2

26,000 sq. ft. (2,416 sq. m.)

Warehouse 3

15,000 sq. ft. (1 ,394 sq. m.)

Warehouse 4

20,000 sq. ft. (1 ,858 sq. m.)

Total

100,000 sq. ft. (9,292 sq. m.)

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SUPPORT EQUIPMENT

(1) 65-ton truck crane with 4 yard clam shell bucket (2) Front end loaders with 3 yard capacity (2) Forklifts with 9,000 lb. (4,100 kg.) lift capacity Portable conveyors

Dump trucks, hoppers and other miscellaneous materials handling equipment

INTERSTATE/HWY ACCESS The Port of Bainbridge is located on Spring Creek Road and may be accessed via Highways 84 and 27. The terminal is within close proximity to 1-10 and 1-85.

RAIL SERVICES

Facility is served by CSX Transportation.

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Port Columbus is located on the Chattahoochee River in Columbus, Georgia. The terminal specializes in transporting liquid bulk cargo to and from America's heartland via the Gulf and Tri-Rivers waterway.

TERMINAL AREA
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BERTHING SPACE Linear Feet Linear Meters

14 acres (5.7 hectares) Liquid Bulk
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Depth Alongside Dock Height Apron Width Warehouse Space Warehouse Platform Size

9ft. 32 ft. 50 ft. 27,280 sq. ft. 3,960 sq. ft.

(2.7 m.) (9.8 m.) (15.2 m.) (2,535 sq. m.) (368 sq. m.)

INTERSTATEIHWY ACCESS The facility is located on Lumpkin Boulevard and is within close proximity to Highways 27 and 280.

RAIL SERVICES

Facility is served by CSX Transportation, Norfolk Southern Railroad and Georgia Southwestern Railroad.

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PORT OF SAVANNAH
Completion of Container Berth Seven (CB7) by Second Quarter 1998. Development of 700 ft. (213 m.) berth extension during FY98. Development of 150,000 square foot (13,936 sq. m.) transit shed. Completion of an lntermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF)
& Expansion of on-terminal rail. Development of Container Berth Eight (CB8) by 2001. Deepening of the Savannah River Channel to 45 feet ( 13.7 m.) 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 (1 0.9 m.) at mean low water. Expansion of auto processing I storage capabilities and other infrastructure improvements. Expansion of covered storage at Mayor's Point Terminal.
PORT BAINBRIDGE
Completion of new dock during FY98.
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B. Richard "Chud" Field Honored For 19 Years of Service

After almost two decades of service with the Georgia Ports Authority, Deputy Executive Director B. Richard "Chud"

Transport. Following employment with Huckabee , he served in various sales capacities with Brown Transportation Corporation.

Field celebrated his retirement with a host of

Before joining the GPA, Field worked with

friends and business associates on December 19,

United States lines for six years in sales man-

1997.

agement.

"For the past 19 years, Chud has been instru-

In 1978, Field joined the Georgia Ports

mental in generating international trade and

Authority as director of trade development,

commerce for the ports of Georgia," stated GPA

managing the sales, marketing and traffic

Executive Director Doug]. Marchand. "His dedi-

activities of the Authority and overseeing

cation and commitment to meeting the needs of

trade development offices worldwide.

our customers as well as his energy and drive in

Field was appointed deputy executive

creating new business for the GPA has been out- B. Richard "Chud" Field director for the GPA in 1995, where he

standing. "

worked closely with state and local develop-

Ports Authority Chairman Hugh M. Tarbutton and

ment authorities to enhance international trade and eco-

numerous current and past

nomic growth for the state of

Authority members, as well

Georgia. He also served as

as a wide array of representa-

chief negotiating officer for

tives from the Savannah mar-

the Authority on company

itime community, were pre-

contracts and agreements. In

sent during the retirement

addition, Field directed the

ceremony to acknowledge

ports' safety and loss preven-

Field's dedicated service to

tion program and continued

the Georgia Ports Authority.

to provide assistance in inter-

Following the presentation of

national trade development

a resolution to Field,

and marketing efforts.

Chairman Tarbutton conclud-

A graduate of Armstrong

ed his remarks saying, "On

State College (now Armstrong

behalf of the Authority, I wish

Atlantic State University) in

to congratulate Chud for 19

Savannah with a Bachelor of

years of exemplary service to

Arts Degree in Business

the Georgia Ports Authority."

Administration, Field served seven years with the Georgia

Surrounded by friends , family and fellow employees,

Air National Guard.

Field reflected on the ports' growth and diversity of port

During his career, Field's affiliations with professional

activities and the numerous capital projects that had been

organizations have included the Propeller Club of

successfully completed during his tenure with the

Savannah, the Savannah Traffic Club , Inc ., the Appalachian

Authority. In closing, Field stated, "Before I begin another

Traffic Club, the South Atlantic and Caribbean Ports

new adventure, I would like to express my sincerest appre- Association, the South Atlantic Marine Terminal

ciation to the employees of the Georgia Ports Authority for Conference, the International Wood Products Association

their continued support. I am blessed for the experiences

and the Tea Association of the U.S.A.

and business friendships that I have gained during the past

"On behalf of the Authority members and employees of

two decades. I wish the port continued prosperity and

the Georgia Ports Authority, I want to commend Chud for

growth in the future ."

his outstanding contributions to the GPA and the maritime

Field began his 36-year career in the transportation

industry and wish him the very best in his retirement,"

industry with S&A Railway Company and Huckabee

Marchand said. "He will be truly missed."

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Breakbulk/Bulk GM "Pat" Ward Retires From GPA

W ith nearly 30 years of service to the maritime commu-

nity, GPA's General Manager of

Breakbulk!Bulk Operations E.

Patrick "Pat" Ward retired on

November 21 , 1997.

Ward began his career at

the Georgia Ports Authority in

1957. In 1959, he joined

Atlantic Industries of Georgia

as sales manager. Ward

rejoined the Authority in 1973

as operations office manager

and held positions of increas-

ing responsibility, including

container central manager,

terminal manager and general

manager of container opera-

tions. In 1990, Ward assumed

the position of general manag-

er breakbulklbulk operations where he oversaw breakbulklbulk operations for GPA facilities in Savannah , Brunswick and Bainbridge. During his las t seven years

Joining Pat Ward after his retirement party were (l to r) Th eodore "Ted" H. Quarterman, GPA general manager breahbulhlbulh operations; Byron X. Hock, GPA director of trade deve lopment;John D. Trent, GPA general manager container operations; Pat Wa rd; David A. Schall er, GPA deputy executive di rec tor; Thoma s "Tom" H. Armstrong, manager of information servi ces; and Doug }. Marchand , GPA executive directo1:

with the GPA , Ward provided

the leadership and management

skills necessary to successfully

"The Georgia Ports Authority experienced record

receive , store and dispatch more than 22 ,453,000 tons of

growth in the movement of containerized and general

ocean commerce.

cargo during my service with th e Authority," Ward said .

In May 1997, Ward was honored by the Propeller Club

"Through the years, the Georgia Ports Authority has

of Savannah as the 1997 Maritime Person of the Year for

maintained a customer-oriented operation that continues

his many contributions to the Savannah maritime com-

today under the leadership and direction of Doug

munity. He also served as past president and board mem-

Marchand and Fitz Hiltzheimer. I was fortunate to have a

ber of the Transportation Club of Savannah.

staff of professional and talented individuals at each ter-

"Pat is one of the most conscientious individuals I

minal to assist me. I am also extremely proud of our

have worked with during my 26 years in the transporta-

employees who worked very hard to provide customers

tion business," stated GPA Director of Operations Fitz

with services they expect and deserve from the GPA. "

Hiltzheimer. "He endeared himself to customers with his

"Pat enjoyed the confidence and admiration of cus-

straightforward approach to the business. He made customers feel that they were extremely important and had a

tomers and co-workers alike," added GPA Executive
Director Doug J. Marchand. "To use a sports axiom , Pat

knack for creating win-win results in the most difficult of

was definitely our go-to guy any time there was an issue

situations. Pat is a good friend and his experience and

needing immediate attention. We'll miss his wise counsel

talent will be sorely missed throughout the entire Georgia

and experienced know-how but certainly wish him the

Ports' organization."

very best in his retirement ."

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Georgia Ports Authority Hosts State Legislators

I n preparation for the 1998 Legislative Session of the Georgia General Assembly, sev-

eral key legislators recently visited

the Georgia Ports Authority for

briefings and tours of terminal

operations.

House Appropriations

Committee Chairman Rep. Terry

Coleman and Rep. Tommy Smith,

Chairman of the Sub-Committee on

Economic Development, led a 22-

member delegation to Savannah and

Brunswick in November to discuss

matters of legislative importance to

Georgia's ports. Members of the group, including representatives of the Georgia Department of Transportation and Legislative Budget Office, met with port offi-

Members of the Georgia House Appropriations Committee and the Sub-Committee on Economic Development met with GPA officials for an update on statewide terminal operaLions and to discuss trade developm ent issues, facility expansion plans, harbor deepening projects and FY '99 budget requirem ents.

cials for an update on statewide ter-

minal operations. In addition, the group discussed trade

essary precursor to Congressional authorization and fund-

development issues, facility expansion plans, harbor deep-

ing considerations. If adequately fund ed, both projects

ening projects and Fiscal Year 1999 budget requirements.

should be completed in time for inclusion in the Water

All members of the Savannah and Brunswick area delega-

Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 1998, scheduled to

tions were in attendance.

be submitted to Congress in the Fall of 1998.

"One of the key reasons that I asked this gro up to meet

A third group of legislators also met with GPA officials

was to afford them the opportunity to be provided with a

in December as the Joint Transportation Study Committee

thorough briefing on the economic impact the ports of

held one of its fact-finding sessions in Savannah. House

Savannah and Brunswick have on the state," stated

Transportation Committee Chairman Jimmy W Benefi eld,

Coleman. "Continued investment in Georgia's pons bene-

Savannah Sen. Eric Johnson, Sen. Van Street, Rep. Keith

fits not on ly the coastal areas but the state as a whole. "

Breedlove and Department of Transportation staff members

In December, Senate Appropriations Committee

discussed port expansion plans and infrastructure needs,

Cha irman George Hooks joined Senators Ed Boshears and

followed by a tour of the Garden City Terminal.

Rene Kemp, Representatives E.C. Tillman and Stephen

"We are extremely pleased to have the opportunity to

Scarlett, as well as numerous city and county officials, at

showcase our operations in Savannah and Brunswick before

the Georgia Ports Authority offices in Brunswick for a simi-

the members of the House and Senate Appropriations and

lar day-long overview of the G PA operations and tours of

Transportation Committees," said GPA Executive Director

Mayor's Point and Colonel's Is land Terminals.

Doug J. Marchand. "Gatherings such as these provide state

The officia ls attending both meetings focused on the

officials with a hands-on look at some of the most modern

requirements for FY 1999 budget appropriations to fund

and productive deepwater terminals in the world. It also

feasibility/design work connected with harbor deepening

allows the members to put into perspective the magnitude

projects at Savannah and Brunswick. The feasibility studies

of our operations and reinforces the importance of Georgia's

are essential to quantify the eco nomic n eed and environ-

ports on the state's growing economy."

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GPA Recognized for Right Whale Efforts

T he Georgia Ports Authority was one of several groups recognized for its valuable contributions toward the recovery of the Northern Right Whale. Honored during a ceremony in October, 1997, at jacksonville, Fl. was the Southeastern U.S. Implementation Team , a group of organizations and individuals representing federal and state agencies, state and local authorities and non-governmental organizations. GPA Director of Port Planning and Harbor Development Charles F. Griffen accepted the Coastal America's 1997 Partnership Award on behalf of the Georgia Ports Authority and in recognition of his contributions as a member of this team.
Established in 1993, the Southeastern Implementation Team coordinates recovery efforts for Right Whales in the waters off the Georgia and Florida coasts. The team's primary focus centers around the prevention of ship strikes, the most important human-related mortality factor for this particular species. In order to meet this goal, the team develops and distributes educational material to the maritime community, promotes voluntary vessel operating

procedures that reduce the risk of ship strikes, circulates

real-time data on the location of Right Whales during the

calving season and acquires improved information on

Right Whale habitat-use patterns in the calving area.

An Early Warning System has also been devised to mon-

itor and survey Right Whales from December 1 to March

31 of each year, the period of peak vulnerability. Aerial

surveys and an extensive shore-based public sightings net-

work provide naval vessel crews, harbor pilots and ocean-

going dredges with data , enabling them to take appropriate

measures to avoid collisions.

"The Georgia Ports Authority appreciates the cooper-

ation of the Savannah and Brunswick maritime communi-

ties for their support in the protection of the Northern

Right Whale ," stated Griffen. "With the assistance of

Mary Hann in the GPA Port Planning and Harbor

Development Department, the maritime communities

have developed important aids being used on vessels to

identify and avoid these whales and report sightings to

state environmental agencies ."

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joining GPA Director of Port Planning and Harbor Development Charles E Griffen following the presentation of the Coastal Americas 1997 Partnership Award were (left) Elsie L. Munsell , deputy assistant secretary of the Navy (Environment and Safety ); and (right) Terry Garcia, acting U.S. assistant Secretary of Commerce.
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Anthony Crane Acquires Mayfield Trucking

A nthony Crane Corporation, the world's largest hydraulic crane rental company, has expanded the scope of its operation with the purchase of Mayfield Trucking Company.
According to officials wit h both organizations, the n ew arrangement will offer enha nced crane rental, crane rigging and transportation capabilities to its customers around the world. ln addition, Mayfield officials indicate that the new partnership has enabled them to purchase n ew equipment to further modernize their fleet to include flats, stepdecks , lowboys and Mack trucks.
Prior to its new partnership with Anthony Crane Corporation, Mayfield Trucking Company, a family-owned business since 1928, served customers throughout the southeastern United States.
ln December, 1997, Anthony Crane Corporation hosted a luncheon at their operation in Savannah to welcome Mayfield Trucking Company as a new business partner and to introduce its new 500-ton all terrain crane. Manufactured in Germany, the 500-ton capacity Demag AC 1300 crane also features a main boom and jib totalling 415 feet in length. The company's fleet of cranes offer individual lifting capabilities of five to 1,000 tons as well as an equipment

Anthony Cranes new Demag AC 1300 crane, with a 500-ton capacity, makes a dual-lift with a 440-ton capacity Demag AC 1010 crane at Union Camp Corporation in Savannah.

division to handle a wide array of forklift , manlift and scis-

sorlift needs.

With headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pa. , 30 offices nation-

wide and over 3,000 cranes in its existing fleet, Anthony

Crane Co rpora tion has handled lifting assignments in such

areas as Africa, South America, India , Egypt, the Virgin

Islands, Canada and Mexico.

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Container Berth 7 Construction Update

C onstruction work is proceeding on schedule for a new container berth at the Port of Savannah. Slated for completion in June, 1998, Container

Berth 7 (CB 7) will offer an additional 1,200 feet of water

frontage for vessel berthing and 147 acres of paved con-

tainer handling and storage area.

All of the ten contracts for the project have been

awarded and six have been completed. Construction of the

new 1,200 foot concrete dock will be completed in

February, 1998, and 23 acres of newly paved area for CB 7

are being utilized for the storage and handling of con-

tainerized cargo. Scheduled for delivery in February, 1998,

are two new post-panamax Kone container cranes that will

be erected on site within the Georgia Ports Authority 838-

acre Garden City Terminal.

The Georgia Ports Authority Containerport Terminal in

Savannah, which already features the longest contiguous

docking space of any facility on the U.S. East Coast, will

offer over 7,700 feet of container berthing with the com-

pletion of CB 7.

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Container Berth 7 will feature 1,200 feet of water frontage for vessel berthing and 147 acres of paved container handling and storage area.

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A Trade Conference to Remember

I t's all over but the applause. The 31st Annual Georgia Foreign Trade Conference has been labeled a success by

Chrysler Corporation. Panelists discussing "Rail Consolidation I U.S. Customs-Future Impact? " included Thomas L. Finkbiner, vice

both conference officials and more than 485

president intermodal, Norfolk Southern

delegates attending the annual event.

Corporation; Steven E. Rand, assistant vice

Recognized as one of the maritime industry's

president of International Sales & Marketing,

most prestigious and productive trade confer-

CSX Intermodal; and Robert S. Trotter, assis-

ences, the 1997 Conference was held

tant commissioner, U.S. Customs Service I

November 9 through ll at The Cloister, a five

Department of the Treasury.

star resort situated on historic Sea Island near the Port of Brunswick.

THIS YEAR'S

The theme on day three of the conference focused on, "From Capital Hill to New

"We worked exceptionally hard to ensure

CONFERENCE WAS

Technologies- It's a New Business," joseph

a quality conference in a relaxed setting," stated Bill Dawson, general chairman of the 1997 Georgia Foreign Trade Conference and GPA terminal manager in Brunswick. "The success of the business programs, when com-

ONE OF THE MOST PRODUCTIVE
IN THE HISTORY OF THE EVENT.

A. Bonney, managing editor of American Shipper Magazine, moderated the conference's remaining business panels. Panelists participating in the first session, "Maritime Reform & Deregulation-The Shipping Act I

bined with the one-of-a-kind atmosphere at

The Jones Act", included Peter H. Powell,

The Cloister, definitely left a positive and lasting impression

ceo, C.H. Powell Company; Michael]. (Mick) Barr, senior

on the delegates. On behalf of the Executive Committee, I

international services manager, The Procter & Gamble

would like to extend our gratitude to the sponsors, panel par- Company; Rob Quartel, president of the jones Act Reform

ticipants and the countless number of volunteers who donat-

Coalition; and Stanley H. Barer, co-chairman/ceo, Totem

ed their time and energy in making this three-day event one

Resources Corporation. The final panel , "Technotrans-New

of the most productive trade conferences in recent memory. "

Technologies and Their Effect on the Maritime Industry"

In keeping with conference tradition, the first day of the

included remarks by Charles C. Baggett, Jr. , vice president,

three-day event provided some quiet time for leisure activities Commercial Consulting Group , Trusted Information Systems;

and registration. That evening, attendees gathered for

jay R. Franke , assistant director, Northwestern University

"International Night", the conference's official opening recep-

Transportation Center; and Quentin Biegen, vice president,

tion which provided a taste of cuisines from around the globe. Daniel F. Young, Inc.

The first full day of conference activities began on Monday,

In addition to attending morning panel sessions, guests

November 10, with a welcome by Georgia Ports Authority

participated in numerous social activities. Whether your

Executive Director Doug]. Marchand. A distinguished group interests lay in golf, horseback riding or a relaxing stroll along

of trade and business experts participated in panel discussions the island's majestic oak-lined beaches, there was something

during the conference. Barton WB. jahncke, a partner in the

for everyone to enjoy

consulting firm McCormickJahncke Group , provided the

Plans are underway for the 32nd Annual Georgia Foreign

keynote address and served as moderator of the day's business Trade Conference to be held October 6-8, 1998, in Savannah

sessions.

at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront, adjacent to the city's his-

The theme surrounding the day's program was "Ports &

toric downtown district. Future issues of Georgia AnchorAge

Terminals 2000". Joining Jahncke in the first session, which

will include additional information on the conference.

focused on "Harbor and Intrastate Development", were Kurt].

The Georgia Foreign Trade Conference is sponsored annu-

Nagle , president of the American Association of Port

ally by the Savannah Maritime Association, the Independent

Authorities; Raymond P. Ebeling, president of Wallenius Lines Freight Forwarders & Customs Brokers Association of

No rth America; Richard A. Wainio, director, Office of

Savannah, Inc. , the Georgia Stevedore Association and the

Executive Planning, the Panama Canal Commission; and jon

Georgia Ports Authority.

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Willie Chisholm, Jr. Celebrates 45 Years of Service

I t's not every day that a person celebrates 45 years of service with one organization or, even more rare , has a street named after him. Yet on October 15, our own Willie

WILLIE CHISHOLM, JR.
THANKS

FOR 45 YEARS OF D CATED SERVICE Chisholm,Jr. was honored for having
achieved those distinctions in dedicated service to the Georgia Ports

Authority. In recognition of his

enduring accomplishment, Willie was

presented a street sign bearing his

name by GPA Executive Director

Doug J. Marchand.

During a noon luncheon held in

Chisholm's honor, Marchand stated,

"I congratulate Willie for his dedicat-

ed and loyal service to the Authority

and am pleased to announce that the

street adjacent to the Garden City

Terminal Maintenance Facility will be

named after him. Willie is the first
employee to reach 45 years of service Doug Marchand and Willie Chisholm proudly display "Willie Chisholm Jr. Way " sign.

with the Georgia Ports Authority and

is truly an asset to our organization

and inspiration to all of us."

Operations Division. "

Approximately 200 Georgia Ports Authority employees and

After receiving his service award plaque, Chisholm

retirees joined Chisholm in celebrating his 45th employment

expressed his appreciation to the administrative staff and his

anniversary. During the ceremony, Director of Engineering

fellow employees for making the day an unforgettable event.

and Maintenance Jim Bradshaw presented Chisholm with a

He also talked about GPAs' growth and expressed his enthusi-

service award plaque which displayed a bright yellow forklift,

asm for the expansion projects currently underway.

specifically designed for him. Bradshaw also delighted

According to Chisholm, the port has changed a lot through

Chisholm and luncheon guests by reading the employment

the years, especially in the way employees perform their jobs.

application he completed more than four decades ago.

"I used to paint forklifts and other types of mobile equipment

A fleet mechanic at Garden City Terminal, Chisholm began with a brush by hand and move cargo manually. Now every-

his career with the Georgia Ports Authority on October 15,

thing is automated. The biggest transition that I have wit-

1952 as a mechanic helper-roofer. During the next 34 years,

nessed is when the GPA received its first container crane in

he also served as a service attendant and mechanic. In 1986,

Savannah. It was amazing to see a crane load and unload

Chisholm was promoted to his current position of fleet

hundreds of containers within several hours. "

mechanic, where he provides maintenance service and repairs

"As I enter the last stage of my career, I can say I enjoy

to a fleet of materials handling equipment at the Garden City

being at the port and working with my friends and co-work-

Terminal.

ers," Chisholm added. "When people pass Willie Chisholm, ]1:

"In 1952 I was 17 years old and decided to apply for a job

Way in the future, I hope they will say 1paved the way for

at the Georgia Ports Authority where my father, Willie

others and made positive contributions to the GPA. It is a

Chisholm, Sr. , worked as a forklift operator," Chisholm said.

great honor to have a street named after me and 1 am blessed

"He later retired after nearly 20 years of service in the

to be the first employee to receive this special recognition." 0

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Executives Gather At PPI Symposium

T he Georgia Ports Authority was one of more than 50 exhibitors participating in the Pulp and Paper Internationals' (PPI) Transport Symposium 12 held November 3-5 , 1997, at the Congress Centrum in Hamburg, Germany. Considered the world's premier event for the pulp and paper industry, the bi-annual symposium and exhibition focuses on worldwide issues and developments surrounding the transport and handling of pulp, paper and forest products.
Georgia Por''" Authority

This year's event attracted more than 800 delegates from

over 30 countries around the world. In addition to top-level

executives from pulp and paper industries, GPA Sales

Manager, Southern Region , Mark D. Troughton; GPA

Marketing Manager William P. Lewicki ; and GPA European

Director Arthur Rondan participated in the symposium and

exhibition.

PPI Symposium l3 is scheduled for October 3-5 , 1999 , at

the Quebec Convention Center in Quebec , Canada.

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(I tor) William P Lewicki, GPA marketing manager; Odd Egil Borgen, vice president, Troll!Wilh elmsen Lines; and Arthur Rondan, GPA European director

(l tor) William C. Wiggins , manager international logistics and inventory, Mead Coated Board, Inc.; and Mark D. Troughton , GPA sales manager, southem region.

(l to r) Tom Rasmussen, vice president, Star Shipping Co., Norway; Fred Loy, executive vice president, Star Shipping Co. , NOJ"w ay; Ole )ohan Gjerpen, Lorentzen and Stemoco; and Authur Rondan, GPA European director.

(l tor) Arthur Rondan, GPA European director; jack Peluso, international transportation manager, Union Camp Corp. ; and Mark D. Troughton , GPA sa les manager, southern region .

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WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY TR t-MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY
WEEKLY BI- MONTHLY WEEKLY

Central America

CHO YANG

CY

OSR/SENATOR

0/S

Far East/Indonesia/Malaysia

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

CMA

NL

OSR/SENATOR

0/S

HANJIN

HJ

HAPAG -LLOYD

HPL

HOEGH LINES

HL

HYUNOAI

ISS

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NO SAC

WL

NSCSA

B

NYK

NYK

OOCL

P&O/NEOLLOYO

PO

SAGA

G&A

STAR

STR

STOLT

ISS

TOKAI

SST

TOKO

SST

WILHELMSEN

WL

YANG MING

SOL

ZIM

ZIM

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

Mediterranean

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

CMA

NL

CROATIA

CSG

OSR/SENATOR

0/S

EVERGREEN

E

HANJIN

HJ

HAPAG -LLOYD

HPL

IT ALIA

ISS

MARFRET

c

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NSCSA

B

SCI

NL

STAR

STR

UNITED ARAB

KER

NOTE: Line representatives or

ZIM

ZIM

agents should be contacted to

verify specific sailings, termi-

nals and schedules.

WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY 12 DAYS 10 DAYS MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY

Sailing Schedule Port of Savannah

Terminal

Type Service

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT/REF/RORO

GCT

CONT

OT

CO NT/ BB

GCT

CONT

OT

CONT/BB/REF

OT

CO NT/ BB/ REF

GCT

CONT/BB

GCT

RORO/CONT/BB

GCT

CO NT/ REF

GCT

CONT/BB/REF

GCT

CONT/RORO/BB/REF

GCT

CONT/BB/REF

GCT

CONT

GCT

CO NT

GCT

RORO /CO NT/ BB

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT/BB

GCT

CONT/BB

GCT

CO NT/REF

GCT

CO NT/ REF

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT/RORO /BB/ REF

GCT

CO NT/REF

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT

OT

CONT/BB/BULK

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT

GCT

RORO

GCT

CONT/ RORO/BB / REF

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT/REF

OT

BB

OT

BB

GCT

BULK

OT

BB

OT

BB

GCT

CONT/RORO/BB

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CO NT/REF

GCT

CO NT/REF/RORO

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CO NT

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT

GCT

CONT/RORO/BB/REF

GCT

CONT

OT

BB

GCT

CONT/REF

GCT

CONT/REF

Trade Area/Line

Agent

Frequency

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

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

OSRISENATOR

DIS

FOREST LINES

M

HANJIN

HJ

HAPAG-LLOYO

HPL

JO TANKERS

ISS

MAR FRET

c

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NYK

NYK

OOCL

P&O/NEOLLOYO

PO

STAR

STR

VAN OMMEREN

TER

WILHELMSEN

WL

WEEKLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY 15 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY MONTHLY MONTH LY BI-MONTHLY

Red Sea/Persian Gulf/India/Pakistan/Burma

ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE

ACL

CGM

KER

CHO YANG

CY

CMA

NL

CROATIA

CSG

OSRISENATOR

DIS

HAPAG-LLOYO

HPL

HOEGH LINES

HL

MARFRET

c

NEPTUNE ORIENT LINE

NOL

NSCSA

B

NYK

NYK

SCI

NL

UNITED ARAB

KER

ZIM

ZIM

WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY WEEK LY WEEKLY 12 DAYS WEEKLY 10 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY

South America

ALIANCA

ISS

AMAZON

A

CHO YANG

CY

COLUMBUS LINE

CL

01 GREGORIO

A

OSRISENATOR

DIS

FRONTIER

c

FROTA AMAZONICA

c

GEARBULK

A

IVARAN

c

PAN AMERICAN

G&A

ZIM

ZIM

U.S. Intercoastal

COLUMBIA COASTAL

COL

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

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

Type Service
CO NT/REF CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT/REF CONT BBILASH CONT/REF CONT BULK CONT CONT CONT/REF CONT/REF CONT/REF BB BB CONT/RORO/BB
CONT CONT/REF/RORO CO NT/REF CONT CONT CONT CONT CONT/BB CONT/REF/RORO CONT CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONTIREF CONT CONT/REF CONT/REF
CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/REF CONT/BB/REF CONT/BB CONT CONTIBB CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/BB/REF CONT CONT/REF
CONT

Steamship Agency Keys

A

ARETE TRANSPORTATION

(912) 964-6761

(912) 261-9994 ACL ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE
(800) 225-1235

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.. LTO. (912) 966-2292 (770) 399-9790

HL HOEGH LINES AGENCIES (912) 966-3125

ISS INCH CAPE 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

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
LA VI NO SHIPPING (91 2) 964-8119
STR STAR SHIPPING (912) 236-4144
SST STEVENS SHIPPING (912 ) 651-4000 (770) 955-2941
s STRACHAN SHIPPING (904 ) 751-5244
w WALLEN/US (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 Breakbu lk

NOTE: Line represe ntatives or agents should be contacted to verify specific sai lings, terminals and schedules.

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

Trade Area/Line

Agent

Frequency

Africa (South-North)

GLOBAL CONTAINER

A

Far East/Indonesia/Malaysia

MONTHLY

HYUNOAI K-LINE
MITSUI OSK NYK WALLENIUS

ISS

BI-MONTHLY

SST

BI- MONTHL Y

WI

BI-MONTHLY

L

BI-MONTHLY

w

TRI-MONTHLY

Mediterranean
GEARBULK UNI SHIPING MASSAN

A

MONTHLY

G&A

BI-MONTHLY

A

MONTHLY

Mexico

VAGT

BI-MONTHLY

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

GEARBULK

A

STAR

STR

WALLEN IUS

w

Red Sea/Persian Gulf

MONTHLY WEEKL Y WEEKLY

GLOBAL CONTAINER

A

South America (East-North)

GEARBULK

A

TOTAL OCEAN MARINE

CB

MONTHLY
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
ROR O ROR O 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 (732) 549-8100 Fax: (732) 549-8111

AUCKlAND (AGENT) John Robinson Barwii-Auckland (64-9) 356-2370 Fax: (64-9) 356-2371
BRISBANE (AGENT) Bob Smith Barwii-Brisbane (61-7) 3216-0680 Fax: (61-7)3252-4953
BUENOS AIRES Ariel G. Canzani (54 -1 ) 314-5251 Fax: (54-1) 312-3832
BUSAN (AGENT) S.K. Ma Barwil - Busan (82)(5 1) 463-5811 Fax: (82)(51) 463-6403
HONG KONG (AGENT) Patrick Chong Barwil - Hong Kong (852) 2880-1614 Fax: (852) 2880-5048
OSlO Arthur Rondan Basil G. Grekousis (47) 2283-3425 Fax: (47) 2283-1607

REPRESENTATIVES
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 Barwi/-Sydney (61-2) 9255-0862 Fax: (61-2) 9247-2786
TOKYO Isao Togioka (81-3) 3214-3851 Fax: (81-3) 3211- 1978

NEw ARR vA L s
VESSELS HONORED FOR PORT VISITS
THE HANJIN Los ANGELES

Pictured on board th e Hanjin Los Angeles are (l to r) Dale Ashman, regional operations manager, Hanjin Shipping Company Ltd.; M.H. Song, assistant manager for Hanjin Shipping Company Ltd.; Capt. C. Y Oh; and Byron X. Hocl1 , GPA director of trade development.

A rriving at the Port of Savannah on her maiden voyage in October was the Hanjin Los Angeles. The 950foot vessel joins a fleet of Hanjin and Yang Ming vessels in a joint service connecting the Far East and U.S. East Coast, with weekly calls to the Georgia Port Authority's Containerport Terminal. Registering 50,792 gross tons, the Hanjin Los Angeles features a carrying capacity of 4 ,024

TEUs, a service speed of 24 knots and 250 reefer spaces.

With the addition of the Hanjin Los Angeles, a total of six

4 ,000-plus TEU-capacity container vessels offer regularly

scheduled service via the Port of Savannah.

Hanjin serves as agent for its vessels while Stevedoring

Services of America acts as stevedore.

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When it comes to
handlin cargo,
it comes an goes with American Port Services.

Your oversized shipment has to be crated and shipped, right now, and you don't want to pay outrageous freight costs. Who do you call?
Your shipment of farm equipment must be dismantled and flat-racked, and it's already at the dock. Any names come to mind?
American Port Services can help. We offer high quality, costeffective, reliable service and meet your packing and warehousing needs with unique solutions.

With our new warehouse complex, one of the largest in Savannah, we offer the most complete cargo handling services in the Southeast.
To find out more information about American Port Services, call (912) 748-8001.
American Port Services

NEw ARR vAL s
VESSELS HONORED FOR PORT VISITS
THE ZIM CHINA!ZIM IBERIA
Pictured on board the Zim China are (I to r) Marh D. Iioughton, and Capt. Albert Hazan. Below: Pictured on board the Zim Iberia are (I to r) Marh D. Troughton , GPA sales manage1; southern region; and Capt. Yoram Gal.

The Zim China and the Zim Iberia made their maiden calls to the Port of Savannah in December and October, respective ly. Owned by Zim Israel Navigation Co. Ltd. and built at the H.D.W Shipyards in Kiel, Germany, the 832-foot vessels feature container carrying capacities of 3,429 TEUs, 41,507 gross registered tons and service speeds of 21.7 knots.

With the addition of the Zim China and Zim Iberia , lim

employs 19 vessels providing weekly container service via

Savannah to destinations around the world. A total of 125

Zim vessels called the GPA's Containerport Terminal during

Calendar Year 1997.

Zim serves as agent for its vessels while Stevedoring

Services of America provides stevedoring services.

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THE TAKASAGO

Pictured aboard the Tahasago are (l to r) Mary K. Morgan , GPA sales representative; Capt. Arvid Haisten Angelsen and Rob O'Brien, operations managet; Wilhelmsen Lines.

T he Wilhelmsen Lines vessel Tahasago called the Port of Savannah on her maiden voyage in October. Built by Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd. ofJapan and delivered in December, 1996, the Tahasago is a pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) capable of carrying rolling stock, automobiles and breakbulk cargoes. The Talwsago's maiden call is one of 148 vessel calls for Wilhelmsen at the Port of Savannah during Calendar Year 1997.
The 623-foot vessel features an inside deck area totaling

49 ,71 1 square meters and the ability to carry approximately

5890 cars/trucks.

Wilhelmsen Lines provides service to and from West and

South Africa, Australia/New Zealand, the Far East/Indonesia/

Malaysia, North Europe/the United Kingdom/Scandinavia and

Baltic regions via Savannah. Wilhelmsen serves as agent for its

vessels while Stevedoring Services of America provides steve-

doring services.

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WALLENIUS ADDS VESSEL
TO RO UN D-THE-WORLD SERVICE
Wallenius Lines has enhanced its worldwide fleet of vessels with the addition of the Don Pasquale. Like her sister ship, the Don Carlos, the Don Pasquale is a second generation vessel in the series of nine PCTC vessels (Pure Car Truck Carrier) which are on order from the Daewoo Okpo Shipyard in Korea.
Delivered in October, 1997, the Don Pasquale is equipped to carry 5,850 cars or a combination of 3,000 cars and 475 heavy vehicles. The cargo-handling system and reinforced decks, as well as decks which can be hoisted and lowered , make the ship suitable for all types of wheeled cargoes. According to company officials, the vessel features one of the most modern and sophisticated navigation systems in the world.
Wallenius Lines has three additional vessels on order from Daewoo for delivery between now and the year 2000. The company has also signed an agreement to charter three new ships for delivery during the same period. Including the new buildings, Wallenius Lines' fleet currently consists of 37 modern and flexible car carriers. With 16% of the world market and transporting more than one million vehicles per year, the carrier is the fourth largest car-shipping line in the world, company officials said.
In November, 1997, Wallenius Lines commenced operation of Atlantic Vehicle Processors (AVP) at the Port of Brunswick. The line is also one of six auto carriers providing regular service via Brunswick to and from ports around the world.
COLUMBUS LINE RECEIVES AWARDS
FOR SAILI NG SCHEDULE RELIABILITY
AND CUSTOMER SERVICE QUALITY
Columbus Line has been honored as a "Star Performer" for its sailing schedule reliability record during the past year between the West Coast of North America and Australia/New Zealand. The award was made by Lloyd$ List Australian Weekly , a prestigious Australian trade publication. The carrier also received two "Highly Commended" awards for both the reliability of its allwater East and Gulf Coast service with Australia/New Zealand and its customer service quality.
"We're very proud to have received these awards, " said Robert Ellis, Columbus Line senior vice president. "They recognize and reward the work of our entire organization

in steadily improving the frequency, reliability and quality of all our services linking North America with established and emerging Southern Hemisphere markets. "
The awarding of the Schedule Reliability Honors was based on a comparison of carriers' estimated times of vessel arrival (provided 7-13 days prior to sailing) and their actual arrival dates sourced from Lloyd's list's own database over a six-month period. The Customer Service Awards were based on a survey of Australian shippers.
Columbus Line, a member of Hamburg-Sud- The Shipping Group, specializes in containerized marine cargo transportation and intermodal logistics services on trade routes linking the U.S./Canada and Australia/New Zealand via East, Gulf and West Coast ports, and between East and West Coast ports of North and South America.
Columbus line is a major carrier on South America's East Coast trade, operating jointly with Brazilian flag carrier, Alianca, and in cooperation with Ivaran lines. In 1996, the three lines consolidated their southeastern regional port calls for the U.S. South Atlantic/South American service at the Port of Savannah , providing weekly container and breakbulk service. Collectively, the three carriers operate seven vessels in the service rotation via Savannah.
SOUTHERN OVERSEAS OPENS
OFFICES IN CHICAGO AND ORLANDO
Southern Overseas has opened new offices in Chicago, Ill. and Orlando, Fl. Based in the Chicago office are Betty Dazzo , branch manager; Barb Felty, operations manager; and lisa King, sales manager. Bill Hasselo and Deby Rice serve as export manager and import/export specialist, respectively, in the Orlando location.
Southern Overseas provides customs brokerage, freight forwarding, NVOCC, marine insurance, customs bonds, warehousing and door-to-door logistics services. Headquartered in Wilmington, N.C., the company also maintains offices in Savannah and Atlanta, Ga.; Charleston, S.C. ; Charlotte, Greensboro, Morehead City and Raleigh, N.C.; los Angeles, Ca.; Miami , Fl.; Staten Island, N.Y. ; Norfolk, Va.; Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong; Taipei, Taiwan; and Bremen, Germany.
DALLAS/FT. WORTH TO HOST 1998 EXPO
Plans are being finalized for the 15th Annual International Intermodal Expo to be held May 6-8, 1998 at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas/Ft. Worth , Texas.

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The 1998 Expo marks the second show hosted jointly by the Atlanta-based Georgia Freight Bureau (GFB) and the Washington-based lntermodal Association of North America (lANA). Under a five-year agreement begun in 1996 between the GFB and lANA, the Expo is making its first venue change outside of Atlanta.
"Intermodalism At the Crossroads" is this year's conference theme. Session topics will focus on International Issues, New and Emerging Intermodal Technologies, Intermodal Operations, The lntermodal Workforce of the Future and Value-Added Customer Service.
The Dallas Expo will feature 350,000 square feet of exhibition space for the estimated 400 indoor exhibits expected, including a new tank container pavilion and an Information Technology Village dedicated to logistics software and hardware products and services. In addi-

tion, there will be outdoor rail displays and heavy lift

equipment areas with live loading demonstration capa-

bility. Last year's Expo drew nearly 7,000 transportation

professionals from around the world.

For registration, exhibition or sponsorship informa-

tion, call (800) 843-3976 or visit the Expo web site at

www.gfb-expo.com

The GFB , originator of the Expo, is an association

serving shipper interests and the professional develop-

ment needs of its members and the transportation

community since 1902 through its logistics services,

educational conferences, informational resources and

advocacy initiatives. lANA is North America's leading

trade association representing the combined interests of

all types of intermodal freight transportation providers

and their suppliers.

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We're Making Waves on All Seas
CMA - CGM Group provides worldwide container shipping services reaching 140 countries. CMA- CGM (America), Inc. is dedicated to delivering the highest standard in efficient shipping services to meet the needs of its American and Canadian Customers. CMA- Mediterranean/Middle East from the east and Gulf coasts to the western and eastern Mediterranean Basin, the Black Sea, the Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Africa, SubContinent and South Asia ... in the shortest sailing time. CGM- 'Round the World from the east coast to the South Pacific Islands, Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea, New Caledonia, Tahiti and Indonesia, on a regular 15 day sailing schedule. CGM - South America - New weekly service from the East coast and Gulf to Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina. CAGEMA - Weekly from Miami, U.S. east coast and Gulf coast to the Caribbean and Mexico.
When shipping the world, call on our friendly service for timely sailing schedules.
CMA- CGM (America), Inc.
200 Plaza Drive Secaucus, NJ 07096 (USA) Telephone: 800-262-8729 (201) 271-2460 Fax: (201) 271-2499 Atlanta/Savannah- CMA- CGM Tel: (800) 262-8729 Fax: (770) 804-0999 Chicago- CMA- CGM Tel: (630) 654-1480 Fax: (630) 654-6525 Houston - CMA - CGM (Gulf) Tel: (800) 262-6659 Fax (281) 590-1507 Miami - CAGEMA Tel: (305) 477-3791 Fax: (305) 477-5177 Long Beach- CMA- CGM (Pacific) (800) 320-4246 Fax: (562) 628-1023 Montreal- CMA- CGM (Canada) Tel: (514) 985-2329 Fax: (514) 843-8960
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DID You KNow?
U.S. Customs Service duty collections at the
Ports of Savannah and Brunswick
for October 1, 1996 through
September 30, 1997 totaled
$245,530,958.

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PASSING THROUGH

TIMBER TREATMENT AUTOCLAVE MOVES THROUGH SAVANNAH

I n December, 1997, the GPA's Ocean Terminal in Savannah was the site for the export of a unique autoclave to Chile.

"Not altogether different from what your

doctor or dentist may use to sterilize medical

utensils , just much larger," was how Norman

C. Hildreth , vice president-production of

The Burke-Parsons-Bowlby Corp. (BPB),

described the 70-foot-long unit which is

designed for use in the application of a

preservative treatment for timber.

Damco Maritime USA and Damco

Maritime Chile S.A. coordinated the logisti-

cal movement of the autoclave.

"Securing the coordination and coopera-

tion of all parties involved is the key to a

smooth logistical operation," said Steven A.

Earnhardt, customer service manager for

Damco Maritime USA. "In this instance , the

manufacturer, motor carrier, freight for-

The 70-foot-long autoclave is designed for use in the application of a treatm ent for timber

warder, terminal operator and vessel agent

all played essential roles in our successful

loading. As a logistics provider, we must

tracked the vessel from Halifax to Savannah to give us the neces-

anticipate each aspect of the process and ensure that everyone's

sary lead time for delivery."

needs are met. "

Upon arrival, GPA p ersonnel expertly handled the unloading

Transportation from the manufacturing site in West Virginia

and loading of the autoclave from truck to vessel. Freight

to the Port of Savannah was accomplished by Timber Trucking, a wholly owned subsidiary of BPB. Direct shipside delivery made a single lift by GPA personnel from truck to the Hoegh Line ves-

Forwarding services by C.H. Powell Company in Savannah provided the necessary documentation to comply with export regulations. "They were flawless ," added Earnhardt.

sel Cielo D'Europa possible. According to Earnhardt, the single

"The Port of Savannah can be proud of all of the fin e people

lift process could not have been performed without the commu-

we had the pleasure to meet. I'm sure we'll be working together

nication efforts of Hoegh Line Agency in Savannah. "They

again," Earnhardt said.

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COAST GUARD ATTENDS MARITIME SEMINAR

Commander Raymond E. Seebald and several representatives of the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office in Savannah participated in a one-day seminar at the Georgia Ports Authority in November.
Hosted by the GPA's Communications and External Affairs Department, the seminar was specifically designed to provide the Savannah Marine Safety Office personnel with an overview of port operations to include information relating to port facilities , services and technology. Operations and Information Services representatives presented detailed information about the port's computer system, radio frequency technology, EDI capabilities and the container interchange system. The seminar also covered vessel scheduling procedures and included a tour of container and breakbulk operations.
During the seminar, the representatives also met with U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Customs staff members to discuss federal guidelines and issues pertaining to the import and export of cargo. The group also had an opportunity to witness an actual container inspection at the Garden City Terminal.
After attending the seminar, Commander Seebald expressed that he had always relied on partnerships to solve regulatory

EACH QUARTER, THE GEORGIA PORTS AUTHORITY OFFERS ONE-DAY SEMINARS
FOR THE SAVANNAH AND ATLANTA MARITIME COMMUNITIES.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT THE COMMUNICATIONS AND
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problems and enforcement of marine safety laws. "In order to

be a good partner, you have to know the industry," he stated.

"Our tour of the GPA facilities gave us a deeper appreciation

and understanding of the port authority. I was impressed with

the sheer volume of traffic handled at the port facilities and the

quality of people working there. The efficient use of technology

at all levels of the organization was also very impressive. I look

forward to working together with the GPA in continuing the

port's phenomenal growth in a way that is both safe and envi-

ronmentally sound."

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Front row 0-r): LCDR Susan Woodruff (Executive Officer), CDR Raymond Seebald (Co mmanding Officer) , LCDR Linda Fagan (C hief, Response Dept) , and LCDR William Harrison (Reserve Officer Rep) Bach row (1-r) : LT john lmahori (Vessel Section Chief), CW04 Steve Seybold (Investigating Officer), YN2]ohn Rutter (Ad min Yeoman) , LT Leighton Miller (Visiting jamaican Naval Officer) , and GMl Paul Nordan (Facilities Inspector).

GPA HOSTS REPUBLIC OF GEORGIA OFFICIALS

L eaders from the Port of Poti in the Republic of Georgia recently visited the Port of Savannah on a fact-finding mis-

sion to learn more about port operations and

port facility infrastructure financing.

The U.S. study tour was sponsored by the

United States Agency for International

Development (USAID) as part of its planning

phase for the restructuring and privatization of

the Poti Seaport. The International Business

and Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI),

USAID's contractor for the port's privatization

planning, organized and hosted the tour.

Participating in the December visit were

Vakhtang Lomadze, First Deputy Minister,

Georgian Ministry of Transport; Guram Dolbaia, Head of Legal and Social Affairs

Republic of Georgia officials gathered on the steps of the GPA:S Administration Building following their tour of the ports' container and breahbu/11 operations.

Department, Georgian Ministry of Transport;

Vladimer Shelia, First Deputy, Economic Policy & Multi-Modal

ment; the process of acquiring financing to fund capital improve-

Coordination Department, Georgian Ministry of Transport;

ment proj ects; and contractual arrangements with steamship

Levan jgarkava, Commercial Director, Port of Poti; Malkhaz

lines.

Chilachava, Head of Trade Unions , Port of Poti; David

The Port of Poti is located in the City of Poti on the Republic

Gelashvili , Deputy Minister, Ministry of State Property

of Georgia's Black Sea coastline, just south of the mouth of the

Management; Ketevan Mskhiladze, Administrative Assistant,

River Rioni. The city lies approximately 217 miles (350 kilome-

Port of Poti Privatization Planning (IBTCIIUSAID); Vladimer

ters) due west of Tbilisi, the capital of the Republic.

Chkhaidze, Division Head, Multi-Modal Transport Coordination;

"The Georgian study tour participants were given a superb

j ennifer Kole, Project Coordinator, IBTCI; and Robert W

opportunity to view how partnerships between public sector and

Goethe, Port Operations & Labor Specialist working as an IBTCI private commercial interests work together to make U.S. port

consultant on the port project and former Assistant Executive

operations efficient, safe and successful," stated IBTCI's Project

Director of the Georgia Ports Authority.

Manager Martin Mitsoff. "Initial meetings with Savannah's port

Following a tour of the GPA's container and breakbulk opera-

staff have created the basis for lasting and meaningful relation-

tions, the officials attended a briefing by port authority staff.

ships. Our hope is that these relationships will guide the

The delegation was particularly interested in three areas: the role Republic of Georgia in restructuring its economy and in

of Authority members and their relationship with GPA manage-

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M L I T A R Y MATTERS
PORT SUPPORT OF ARMED SERVICES
SAVANNAH SERVES As FocAL PoiNT
FOR MILITARY EXERCISE

T he Port of Savannah was the site for the return of military equipment from Egypt, as part of Operation Bright Star '98.
A total of l ,742 pieces, primarily tracked and wheeled vehicles, were discharged from th e USNS Antares and the USNS Denebola at the Georgia Ports Authority Containerport Terminal in Savannah. The equipment was then transported by rail and road convoy to various locations, including Ft. Stewart, Ga. , home of the U.S. Army's 3rd Infantry Division (Mechanized).
Participating in the exercise were the First Brigade of the 3rd Infantry Division (Mechanized), the Military Traffic

Management Command's Eastern Area's 595th U.S. Army Transportation Terminal Group from Charleston, S.C.; reserve units including the ll85th Transportation Terminal Brigade from Lancaster, Pa. and the 4249th Port
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George]. Nichols 1930-1998

G eorge ]. Nichols, a dynami c leader and man of wisdom who is credited with having

numerous enhancements to port infrastructure were undertaken .
At the Port of Savannah , maj or

directed the Georgia Ports Authority

improve ments included the enlarge-

to international prominence, passed

ment of the existing King's Island

away January 8, 1998.

turning basin, the opening of the

ichols began his career with the

new high-level bridge over the

Georgia Ports Authority as an

Savannah River and the widening

accountant in May, 1963. Impressed

and deepening of the Savannah

with Nichols' skills, resourcefu lness

shipping channel.

and dedicati on , then Executive

In Brunswick, Nichols' vision led

Director James D. "Jack" Holt

to the expansion of breakbulk and

appointed Nichols assistant comp-

bulk operations and the develop-

troller in 1964. In 1971 Nichols was

ment of land on Colonel's Island for

chosen to head the Finance

the processing of automobiles.

Departm en t .

Today, the facility moves more than

Following Holt's retirement,

200 ,000 autos annually, a far cry

Nichols' successful managerial style

from its modest beginnings.

and noted accomplishments were

At inland barge terminals in

rewarded with yet another promo-

Bainbridge and Columbus, Nichols

tion . In 1976 the Authority elevated

initiated innova tive facili ty modifi-

Nichols to executive director, a posi-

cations and marketing strategies to

tion he held for 18 yea rs until his

operate and pro mote the efficiencies

re tirement in December, 1994.

of Georgia's inland river opera-

Upon being named executive

tions . " GEO R GE WAS ONE OF THE LEADING PORT ADMINISTRA -

direc tor, one of the firs t item s on TORS I N THE NA T ION . TH A NKS TO HIS WORK AND LEAD-

Under his watchful eye, the

ichols' agenda was to secure

ERS H I P , H E M ADE OUR PORTS COMPETITIVE AND HELPED

GPA's revenue and to nnage

much needed finan cial backing

MAKE GEORGIA ONE O F THE STRONGEST ECONOMI E S IN

improved dramatically. Upon

from the state. Nichols recog-

THE NATION ."

taking the helm of the

nized earl y on that in order for

-GEORGIA GOVERNOR ZELL MILLER Authority in 1976, total ton-

Georgia's ports to grow and

nage amounted to 2.6 million

prosper, he had to advocate

tons. By the end of his tenure,

increasing levels of support for the Authority in both the gover-

total tonnage exceeded 9. 1 million tons , an increase of 250%

nor's office and within the state legislature. With the backing of

over 1976.

Authority members, Nichols persuaded state officials to invest in

Current GPA Executive Direc tor Doug]. Marchand expressed

the future of Georgia's ports. As a testimony to his efforts , the

deep sadness on the news of Nichols' passing. "He was a great

state legislature formalized a repayable loan program to provide

friend and tutor to many of us at the GPA and throughout the

periodic loans totalling approximately $300 million for the

maritime community. Never has the State of Georgia had a more

expansion and development of GPA terminals statewide during

vocal advocate. His feelings went far beyond just the state's

his tenure.

ports and his Savannah home ; he was a tireless crusader on

Responding to Nichols' death, Georgia Governor Zell Miller

behalf of the entire state."

stated , "George was one of the leading port administrators in the

Throughout his career Nichols maintained an active involve-

nation. Thanks to his work and leadership , he made our ports

ment in numerous organizations, including service as a member

competitive and helped make Georgia one of the strongest

of the Board of Directors of the American Association of Port

economies in the nation ."

Authorities; member of the International Association of Ports &

Although the GPA's roots had been firml y planted in break-

Harbors ; pas t president of the South Atlantic & Caribbean Ports

bulk cargo since the mid-1940's, Nichols realized the need to

Association; member of the advisory board of the Georgia Wo rld

diversify facilities in order for Georgia's ports to remain interna-

Congress Institute; and charter member of the Japan-America

tionally competitive. With the necessary acreage at his disposal, Society of Georgia and the World Trade Club of Atlanta. He was

Nichols moved quickly to plan, financ e, construct, equip , staff

also a member of the National Defense Transportation

and aggressively market one of North America's largest and most Association; member of the District Export Council of the U.S .

efficient container handling operations. But perhaps the most

Department of Commerce; served on the advisory board of the

important factor contributing to his success was his ability to

Business Council of Georgia; and chairman of the Executive

rally support for his vision and leadership as execu tive director.

Committee and member of the Board of Directors of the Georgia

During Nichols' 18 years of service as executive director,

Freight Bureau and Georgians for Better Transportation . Nichols

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PROMOTIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND BUSINESS NOTES

Edward W. Bazemore has been promoted to vice president of Crescent Towing Company, Inc. As vice president, Bazemore manages the company's operations at the Port of Savannah and assists in marketing efforts for existing Crescent operations at ports around the country.
A native of Savannah, Bazemore brings 26 years of experience in the maritime industry to his new position. He spent 14 years with Southeastern Maritime Company in Savannah, serving in various management capacities. He joined Crescent Towing Company in 1986 as general manager and was promoted to assistant vice president in 1992.
Bazemore has been a member of the Propeller Club of Savannah for many years and currently serves as its president. He has also been actively involved in the Georgia Foreign Trade Conference, both as a delegate and as a past host chairman for several years. Bazemore's involvement in community affairs also extends to the city of Guyton, Ga. where he serves as Mayor Pro Tern.
T homas Delaney has been promoted to senior vice president, Operations for Columbia Coastal Transport, LLC. In his new position, he will oversee all operations in the company's seven service divisions: Northern Service; Mid- Atlantic Service; Chesapeake Service; Southern Service; U.S. Gulf Service; Project Division; and the service division linking U.S. ports with Freeport, Bahamas.
Delaney has been with the company since 1990 when he served as port man-

ager in Boston, Ma. ln 1993, he was transferred to New Jersey as port manager for the New York/New Jersey area, and in 1994, was promoted to regional manager, Northern Service. Later that same year, he was appointed vice president of Operations, a position he held until his recent assignment. Delaney is a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in King's Point, N.Y.
Edward Murray has been named vice president, Southern Region, for Columbia Coastal and is based at the Port of Savannah. He will manage all operations for the company's Southern, U.S. Gulf and Freeport, Bahamas services.
Murray joined Columbia Coastal in 1993 as port manager of the company's Savannah office. In 1994, he was promoted to regional manager, Southern Service. Murray has more than 24 years of experience in operations, including four years with Cooper T. Smith Stevedoring, prior to joining Columbia Coastal.
Frank Schachte has been appointed sales manager, Southern Region, for Columbia Coastal. In addition to his new responsibilities, he will continue to serve as sales manager of the company's Project Division.
Prior to joining Columbia Coastal , Schachte worked for ten years with Peeples Industries in Charleston, S.C. ; three years as president of High Seas Shipping Company in Savannah, an agency he established in 1980; and 12 years with Carolina Shipping Company in Charleston. He currently serves as Commissioner of Pilotage for the Pilotage Commission at the Port of Charleston.

George P Cate (left) and Brian]. Gibson
T he Savannah Maritime Association (SMA) recently presented a check for $2,500 to the Georgia Southern University (GSU) Logistics and Intermodal Transportation (LIT ) Program. As a result of its financial support , the SMA is able to assist a deserving student each year with his or her studies in intermodal transportation.
Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Ga., began offering aBBA Degree in Logistics and lntermodal Transportation in 1993. Since its implementation, the program has proven to be very successful. According to Brian j . Gibson, director of the southern ce nter for the program at GSU, nearly every LIT graduate is currently working in a transportation or logistics related field. "We expect 35 students to graduate from the program during this school yea r," Gibson added.
The Savannah Maritime Association's membership is comprised of over 40 organizations representing the interests of shipping lines and agents, waterfront terminals , river and docking pilots, government agencies, line handlers, towing companies, container and chassis repair facilities , barge lines, manufacturers and the Carrier Container Council.

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DELANEY

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also served as a former chairman and member of the advisory board of the Georgia Foreign Trade Conference.
Nichols believed in community involvement, a philosophy he shared with GPA employees. He was an ex-officio member of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce and an ex-officio member of the Savannah Economic Development Authority. Nichols was

also a member of the Savannah Lion's Club, the Transportation Club of Savannah, the Propeller Club of Savannah and served on

the advisory board of the Savannah Symphony. In 1994, the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce presented the Oglethorpe Award to Nichols, which symbolized the highest community standards for leadership , participation and service to Savannah

and Chatham County. Upon Nichols' retirement in 1994, his vision had become real-

ity and had even surpassed his original expectations. The Garden City Containerport facility had grown to 800 acres and was among the top 10 container handling facilities in the nation. The terminal was equipped with more than one and a quarter mil es of continuous berthing, nine container cranes, 1.6 million

square feet of covered transit shed space and could accommodate the world's most modern container vessels.
Today, Nichols' vision of a single-terminal container facility lives on. The port's seventh container berth is scheduled to

debut in the Summer of 1998. Although the demands on Nichols were never-ending, he
found time to balance work with family and pleasure. His smile , quick wit and caring nature meant a lot to everyone he touched.
Nichols' impact on and contributions to the GPA and the mar-

itime industry were tremendous during his 31 years of service

with the ports authority. The Georgia Ports Authority was indeed

fortun ate and proud to have had him as a leader.

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James D. "Jack" Holt GPA Executive Director
1958-1976

James D. "Jack" Holt, former executive

director of the Georgia Ports Authority, died

December 18, 1997 in Rome, Ga.

Holt came to Savannah from the North

Carolina State Port Authority and was named

executive director of the Georgia Ports Authority in 1958. At that time, the GPA was

james D. Holt

handling less than one million tons of general cargo annually.

Holt spearheaded state funding for facility expansion and

improvements at the ports of Savannah and Brunswick. In

Savannah, additional berths at the Garden City Terminal were

built and the old Central of Georgia steamship terminal in the

downtown area was purchased. That property eventually

became known as Ocean Terminal, the GPA's dedicated break-

bulk facility. During his tenure , the Port of Savannah became

the first port in the U.S. South Atlantic to feature a container

berth and a dry bulk handling facility. In Brunswick, he guid-

ed the opening of the Colonel's Island Terminal , with a rail-

road built with state and federal funding to serve the facility.

As executive director, Holt also witnessed GPA tonnage top-

ping the two million-ton mark.

"Jack Holt was a devoted public servant," stated former

U.S. President and Georgia Governor Jimmy Carter. "As

Executive Director of the Georgia Ports Authority for almost

twenty years, he was truly dedicated to the State of Georgia .

His remarkable contributions to the economic progress of this

state is his legacy to the people of Georgia. "

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Security Company from Pocahontas,

Iowa ; as well as personnel representing

several segments of the Savannah mar-

itime community.

In September, 1997, the Port of

Savannah assisted in facilitating the

movement of over 2,500 pieces of mili-

tary equipment aboard three vessels for

Operations Bright Star '98. This field

training exercise held in Egypt was

intended to improve readiness and oper-

ational capabilities between the

U.S. , Egyptian and coalition forces.

Savannah also served as the site for a

Sea Emergency Deployment Readiness

Exercise (SEDRE) in December, 1997.

A wide array of tanks, trucks and equip-

ment were loaded aboard and then

offloaded from the USNS Denebola

before being returned to several military

installations.

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