&A pqoo .PI As 3~/1 GEORGIA VOLUME 38 NO. 1 FIRST QUARTER 1998 VOL. 38 No. 1 G E0 RG IA A N C H0 RA G E FIRST QUARTER 1998 4 EVERGREEN Evergreen selects Savannah for new South American service. 15 YANG MING Yang Ming Line celebrates 25 years. 18 6 The Port of Savannah, one of the most dynamic ports in the U.S., offers shippers and carriers numerous intermodal advantages. PORTFOLIO ew container cranes arrive in Savannah ... Gignilliat and Groover appointed to Authority ... Tax credit legis lation for port users signed into law ... and more ... SAILING SCHEDULES ..................26 NEW ARRIVALS ...........................29 SHIPPERS ALERT ........................32 PASSING THROUGH .....................35 ON DECK ....................................39 ON THE COVER: The Garden City Containerport Terminal features dedicated personnel, specialized equipment and customer-driven technology consolidated in one location. 13 Volkswagens New Beetle arrives at the GPA Colonels Island Terminal in Brunswick. Gl ORC.I \ POIU'-, At II lORI I\ HutM. Tar utton Chair andersvi lle SamM. Griffin , Jr. Vice Chair Bainbridge Bill jones, Ill Secretary-Treasure r St. Si mons Island Thomas]. Dillon Member Savannah Smith Foster Member Dalton Arthur M. Gignilliat, Jr. Member Savann a h Denmark Groover, Jr. Member Macon james D. Mason Member Lawrenceville Herman] . 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 PERSPECTIVE Implementing New Strategies for Cargo Growth W ithin each issue of Georgia AnchorAge, l enj oy the opportunity to provide commentary for the Perspective. This co lumn growth, as well as the nation's defense requirements. We have aggressively pursued key legislation and funding for the expansion of Georgia's ports and the often focuses on the numerous issues faci ng U.S. deepening of the state's seaports. We have also been ports, from key legislative matters such as GATT, very active supporting new legislation which will pro- AFTA and WRDA to such items as mai ntenance vide significant tax incen tives for Georgia manu factur- dredging, expansion and productivity. At other times, ers to ship via Geo rgia ports. Perspecti ve has provided a forum to promote the Earlier this yea r, we implemen ted a strategy to ongoing marketing efforts of the Georgia Ports focus on economic and industrial development activi- Authority. oouG J. MARCHAND ties to furth er promote the advan tages of doing busi- To furth er broaden the range of issues discussed , I ness in Georgia and via Geo rgia's inland and deepwa- would like to address some specific innovative strate- ter port faciliti es. We now have a full-time manager of gies being implemented by the Geo rgia Ports Authority to pro- economic and industrial development and an ac tive liaison with mote opportunities for cargo growth. Like many ports, we have chamber and developmen t authorities across the state. In addi- established a stro ng, effective netwo rk of domestic and foreign tion to working closely with the Georgia Department of Industry sales representation. But, unlike most ports, we have undertak- and Trade, we are establishing outreach programs and providing en initiatives over the las t three years which go well beyond cus- critical marketing data for the express purpose of expand ing or tomary marketing activities so that we might enhance opportuni- enticing new manufacturing interests to the state. ties and benefits for the customers we serve. We will continue to devise and implemen t addi tional strate- To provide some bac kground, we established a Marketing gies to benefit our users. We will continue to support and assist Department within the Trade Development Division in 1995. Its in the creation of new legislation to expand opportunities for obj ectives: (l ) to provide critical research necessary to aggres- cargo growth. We will co ntinue to aggressively assist chambers, sively approac h and secure new or expanded carrier services; (2) development authorities and state agencies in the interest of to identify and pursue new market opportunities for both the increasing business via Georgia's ports. But perhaps most impor- GPA and our custo mers; (3) to s upport the GPA's trade develop- tantly, the Georgia Ports Authori ty will, with the support of over ment efforts among a diversiried and growing number of port 7.7 million Georgians and a committed professional staff at every users. These efforts have proven invaluable to current and level of the organization, continue to p rovide innovative solu- prospecti ve port users whose business depends on accurate mar- tions and productive terminal services for the movemen t of ke t data fo r success. international commerce on behalf of ou r valued customers. ln addition to enhancing cargo marketing efforts, we estab- lished a Legislati ve Affairs position within the las t year to more effecti vely interface with legislators in Atlanta and Washington to pro mote the vital roles our ports play in the region's economic David A. Schaller Deputy Executive Director james E. Bradshaw Director of Engi neering & Maintenance E:\1 C L II\ I S I \II Dougj. Marchand Executive Director Charles F. Griffen Directo r, Port Planning/Harbor Development Byron X. Hock Director of Trade Development Fitz L. Hiltzheimer Director of Operations Charles D. Parkinson Director of Finance j. Ray Smiley Director of Admini st ration 3 Bienvenidos al Puerto de Savannah. Bem-vindo ao Porto de Savannah. No matter what the language, it's a heartfelt, "Welcome to the Port of Savannah" to Evergreen. Evergreen, one of the world's largest ocean carriers of containerized cargoes, returns to the Port of Savannah in May with the inauguration of its new weekly, fixed-day service linking North America to South America's East Coast. The new North I South service will also carry Asian and European trade to and from South America through a transshipment port at Evergreen's new state-of-the-art Coco Solo Terminal in Colon, Panama. With worldwide headquarters in Taiwan, Evergreen's decision to establish its new North I South service came after several studies over the last three years. "While we are aware that there is enormous competition in this market, we at Evergreen feel the time is right for our entry into this trade, especially for the customers in the Asian and European markets who are taking advantage of the positive global economy," stated George Hsu, president of Evergreen Marine Corp.(Taiwan). Evergreen America Corp., with more than 25 offices in North America, including Savannah and Atlanta, are agents for Evergreen. Hsu added that many of Evergreen's existing customers have requested the carrier's service into the South American market. "Evergreen is a customer-driven company and our growth worldwide has been based on this principle." Evergreen will deploy seven, 1,100 TEU capacity vessels on a 49-day rotation in the new service. The global carrier's first vessel in the rotation, Ever Able, is scheduled to arrive at the Georgia Ports Authority Garden City Terminal in Savannah in mid-May. In addition to Ever Able, vessels slated for deployment include the Ever Ally, Ever Apex, ]ork, Bernhard Schulte, and Sigrid Wehr. The seventh vessel in the service will be announced in the near future. Evergreen spokespersons indicate that Savannah's productive facilities, combined with the port's superior intermodal access to bustling markets in the U.S. Southeast and Midwest, is well equipped to handle their large volumes of northbound and southbound cargoes. "We have been looking at Savannah since the Med service called there and because of the many companies that support Savannah and request this service," stated Owen Wu, president of Evergreen America Corp. "The Port of Savannah endeavored to meet our specifications and to forge a professional partnership." Evergreen's new North I South service will connect in South America to the global carrier's ESA service, which commenced in March, 1994, to the Far East via South Africa around the Cape of Good Hope. In addition to its North American headquarters in New York, Evergreen has established a South American corporate administrative office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and will network with a series of premier agents throughout South America to service the needs of its customers. "The Georgia Ports Authority is extreme- ly pleased to welcome Evergreen back to the Port of Savannah via the initiation of its new North America I South America Service," stated Doug]. Marchand, GPA executive director. "We feel Evergreen's selection of Savannah is reflective of the GPA's flexibility and dedication to providing port users with the most productive facilities in the U.S. South Atlantic. And, as a fast growing South Atlantic hub for the movement of Latin American cargo, we are firmly committed to aggressively pursuing and increasing cargo activity between North and South America." The addition of Evergreen's North America I South America service further strengthens the Port of Savannah's ability to service diverse and expanding markets in the South American trade. Sixteen of the port's 45-plus carriers provide regularly scheduled container, reefer and general cargo services between Savannah and South American markets. During Calendar Year 1997, a total of 1,048,414 metric tons of cargo moved between Savannah and South America, representing an export I import ratio of 54% I 46%. In addition to naming Savannah as its primary U.S. South Atlantic hub, Evergreen's new service calls the North American ports of Port Elizabeth in New York I New Jersey; Baltimore, MD; and Miami, FL, as well as Colon, Panama. Ports of call in South America include Puerto Cabello, Venezuela; the Brazilian ports of Rio de Janeiro, Santos, Rio Grande and Sao Francisco; Buenos Aires, Argentina; and Montevideo, Uruguay. Citing future plans, Evergreen officials anticipate a pendu- lum service to commence in late 1999 which would connect Asia, South Africa, South America and North America. Evergreen's stevedoring requirements at the Port of Savannah are being handled by Ceres Marine Terminals, Inc. During the first 12 months of operation, Evergreen anticipates a total of 52 vessel calls via the Port of Savannah. Founded in 1968, Evergreen has called ports in North America since 1975. In 1984, Evergreen established a two-way, round-the-world service and has emerged as one of the world's largest carriers offering service to all six continents using state-of-the-art ships. 0 GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 4 FACTS ABOUT EVERGREEN INDEPENDENT, GLOBAL CARRIER: Established in 196H \VORLD HEADQUARTERS: Taipei , Taiwan NORTH AMERICAN HEADQUARTERS: jersey Cit\, N .j. C: ha irma n : Captain S. Y. Kuo h-crgreen America Corp. ( )perates 2<) rull-senice orfires throughout the United States and Canada under h-crgreen :\merica Corp ., l ' S. :\gents. :\lso maintains a wide net \\ork or agents thrPuglwut Mexico, the Caribbean and South .\merica . SOUTH AMERICAN CORPORATE ADMINISTRATIVE OFfiCE: Sao Paulo , Brazil Maintains a network or agenh throughout South America. FLEET More than 100 container \Tsseb operating in trade lanes worldwide 7 container \Tsscls operating in 1\e\\ i\orth .\meriran / South American Senice . TOTAL CONTAINER FLEET CAPACITY More than 200 .000 TU J rapacit, \\orldwide 0\-cr 7.700 TEL rapacity in North :\mcriran / O..,outh American Senice EXPANSION PLANS Pendulum Scnice connecting :\sia , South :\I rica . South America and North America by late JlJlJlJ . .....:':':..'..~..~ . !......9...l!..~..~..":..~ ..R......~.. ~..~..~..... 5 As one of the 111ost efficient and dyna111ic ports in the United States, the Port of Savannah offers shippers and carriers nu111erous inter111odal advantages. hippers and carriers utilizing the Port of Savannah can be confident that their cargo is being expedited through one of the largest, most efficient and dynamic ports in the United States. The Georgia Ports Authority operates two ultra modern deepwater terminals at the Port of Savannah- Garden City Terminal (Containerport) and Ocean Terminal. These state-ofthe-art facilities provide a wide array of value-added services, all designed to provide the utmost in convenience and intermodal efficiency Containerport is one of the leading container handling facilities in the country, moving over five million tons of containerized cargo last year. Ocean Terminal, the Port of Savannah's dedicated general cargo facility, provides vast warehousing space and open storage for the efficient handling and movement of a diverse group of cargoes. Spanning over 1,000 acres /404.7 hectares, the Port of Savannah has abundant space to accommodate constant growth, such as the future development of an eighth container berth , an on-terminal Intermodal Container Transfer Facility and additional covered storage. The hallmark of the Port of Savannah is its commitment to provide the highest level of customer service to ensure for them a clear competitive advantage in the marketplace. The exceptional efficiency and productivity of the Garden City Containerport Terminal ensures that shippers and carriers reap numerous benefits- translating directly into cost savings. The foundation of Containerport's success is its "single-terminal" design; dedicated people, specialized equipment and cus- tomer-driven technology are consolidated in one location, avoiding the inefficiencies of multi-terminal operations. With the largest "single-terminal" facility, featuring the longest dock-7 ,726 feet I 2,356 continuous meterson the U.S. East Coast, Containerport delivers advantages that other ports can't match. For carriers, Containerport simplifies and facilitates cooperative operating arrangements between lines and provides greater resources for cargo handling and problem resolution. Rail spurs service each container berth and dual tracks traverse the entire length of the docks-more than four miles /6.4 kilometers of track for on-dock intermodal rail operations. To add to the efficiencies of on-terminal rail, the Savannah State Docks Railroad, a port-owned and operated switching railroad, provides 24-hour a day service. Connecting directly with CSX Transportation and orfolk Southern Railroad , the switching railroad has the capability to receive and build single and doublestack unit trains and the capacity to place 175 intermodal railcars on the terminal for loading and unloading at one time. There are no limitations to the physical transportation of containers to and from the Port of Savannah. The railroads have clearances that will permit unobstructed movement of doublestack trains between Savannah and all major destinations. GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 6 cy Leader One of the most productive service enhancements in recent years at Containerport is the implementation of a full y integrated container interchange system to eliminate costly traffic delays. Any truck can use any available lane to enter or exit the terminal. Inbound and outbound traffic is monitored at all times and adjustments are made immediately to open or close lanes as needed to expedite cargo. Expenses are pooled and shared by port users based on gate utilization , so per unit costs are reduced and efficiency and productivity is improved. In a recent study of trucker's average turn-around times (gate to gate), truckers utilizing Containerport's interchange system averaged 25 minutes for the movement of a container into or out of the facility and 50 minutes for the movement of a container in and another container out. These turnaround times compare to 1.5 hours to 3.0 hours, respectively, for other U.S. South Atlantic ports. Always on technology's leading edge, the Georgia Ports Authority has long been renowned as an innovator in developing state-of-the-art systems and technology applications to enhance container terminal operations, speed the flow of cargo and bring direct benefits and cost savings to port users. An acronym for the Automated Cargo Terminal Information and Operations Network , transACTIO is the backbone of all container operations throughout the Port of Savannah. But it is far more than a simple software system: the entire transACTIO system is comprised of hardware, software, data communication networks and personnel sharing information. The container cargo computer system is completely menu-driven for transactions associated with vessel operations, truck and rail arrivals I departures, government release information , equipment orders, inventory displays and unit activities and user profiles. transACTIO tracks and drives cargo through the terminal with ease and serves as customer service agent, cargo expediter, ......F...1..~..~ . !. .....9...IJ..J\..~..! ..E...I{.. ..~...9...!)...S...... 7 Leader GARDEN CITY TERM! A L SCHEMATI C 0 Warehouse 83 A 0 Warehouse 83 B, Foreign Trade Zone 0 Gate 3 Interchange 0 Military Command Center 0 Raes-Hall Building 0 Savannah State Docks Railroad Yard Office 0 Warehouse 27, U.S. Customs C) Warehouse 87 0 Maintenance, Port Police, Health Services CD CFS, U.S. Department of Agriculture ~ Expediting Yard ct) Gate 4 Interchange ~ Container Operations CD GPA Administration Building (9 Proposed Site for lntermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF) CD Future Site of CBS q) PCS ~ Container Storage ~ Berkshire Cold Storage ~ Transit Shed 2 ~ Warehouse 24 ~ Paktank Corporation ~ Fuji Vegetable Oil, Inc. ~ Roll-On/Roll-Off Storage ... ...F...I...R....S. ..T........ .Q. ...U.. ..A.. ..R....T.. ..E.. ..R..... ...1... .9.. ..9.. ...8. .... .. . 9 the addition of 700 feet I 213.4 meters of additional berthing. As the volume of cargo moving through the Port of Savannah escalates and the ships carrying cargo grow even larger, plans call for the channel in Savannah to be deepened to accommodate the next generation of deep draft vessels . Plans call for Savannah's channel to be deepened from its present depth of 42 feet I 12.8 meters to 46 feet I 14 meters or more at mean low water. When you want the right connections for your intermodal cargoes, you'll find them all at the Port of Savannah, where carriers and shippers can take advantage of the best intermodal links in the entire South Atlantic range. At Savannah, careful attention is paid to meeting every intermodal shipping need and providing solid execution and total reliability. Location is everything and the Port of Savannah is ideally located to expedite both outbound and inbound cargoes of any description to and from places around the world. The wide scope and effectiveness of the Port of Savannah's intermodal connections can be found in the numbers. Begin with more than 100 motor carriers providing container, truckload , LTL, reefer, unitized or general cargo service to and from Savannah, giving port users next-day service within 500 miles I 804.7 kilometers of the city. Add to those numbers immediate access to major interstate highways directly connected to the Port of Savannah-l-95 south to Florida and north to Maine, and l-16 to Macon, Atlanta and points north and west. The direct links speed cargo on four-lane superhighways that bypass the movement of cargo through congested city traffic. Multiply your intermodal options by two Class I rail providers-CSX Transportation and orfolk Southern Railroadgiving port users unparalleled rail connections throughout the U.S. Southeast, Midwest and Gulf Coast regions. With these exceptional, balanced numbers, the Port of Savannah is the ideal solution for any intermodal challenge. 0 GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 10 Leader OCEAN TERMINAL SCHEMATIC .. ---------- 0 .--._-.._.....-... 0 Transit Sheds 1 & 2 f) Future Site of New Transit Shed e Transit Shed 10 0 Transit Shed 11 0 Transit Shed 12 0 Transit Shed 14 0 Ocean Steamship Company Building 0 Transit Shed 15 0 MSRC CD Transit Sheds 16, 17 & 18 CD KShed 41) Transit Shed 19 CD Transit Shed 20 CD Firestone ~ U.S. Customs, Port Police CD Warehouse 2 CD Warehouse 3 CD Warehouse 1 ~ Maintenance Facility ~ Fumigation Facility G) Open Storage Areas 0 Area For Future Development J:<..I ..~..~ . !. ....Q..lJ..~..I{..! ..E. ..ll ..... ~.. ~..~.. ~..... 11 We can ship this much. Or this much. You decide. At American Port Services, it doesn't the largest in Savannah, we offer the matter how big or heavy your cargo is, most complete, wide-ranging cargo nor how complex or delicate it is. Wherever Member: loPP and IWLA handling services in the Southeast. And now your cargo is bound, it's bound to be packed, warehoused we have the only facility in the entire Southeast dedicated and handled better by us. exclusively to export packing and capable of handling any Whether your oversized shipment must be crated cargo you can name. today and shipped tomorrow, or your farm equipment With American Port Services, you get it all - innovation, that's sitting on the dock must be dismantled and flat- promptness, advanced technology, and expertise. To find racked, you only need to call one cargo handler. American out more about all the ways we can help get your cargo where Port Services! Where you get expert, cost-effective, reliable it's bound in perfect shape, call (912)748-800 I or fax service every time. (912)748-2999 today. For us, meeting unusual cargo needs At our 750,000 square foot warehouse complex, one of with unique solutions and exacting care are commonplace. GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 12 Here Come the Beetles! T he Beetle is back, and it's finding its way into the hearts of Americans via the Port of Brunswick. Although it looks like a streamlined version of the legendary car that was a familiar sight on American roads in the 1950s, '60s and '70s, Volkswagen's latest product is the New Beetle; it's not an update of the original Beetle but a completely new and modern car. And this time, the engine is in the front. The New Beetle began arriving on North American shores through the Port of Brunswick in january and started appearing in dealerships throughout the continental United States during the spring. According to USA Today , Volkswagen had about 10,000 advance orders when the car went on sale in March, and the German automobile manufacturer expects to sell all 100,000 New Beetles to be built during the next two years. The original Beetle - affectionately called "The Bug" - featured a rear aircooled engine and is considered by many to be one of the most popular cars ever built. First produced in 1945, the automobile rivaled the Model T Ford in length of production and sales worldwide. Production of the Beetle was halted in German plants in 1979. Volkswagen offers the New Beetle with two power train options: a 115-horsepower, 2.0 liter, four-cylinder overhead cam gasoline engine and a high tech turbo direct injection diesel. According to its manufacturer, the 2.0 liter engine provides strong mid-range performance with plenty of on-demand power. When equipped with the standard five-speed manual transmission, the car is rated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as 0 '' W e expect to ship about 25,000 vehicles through Brunswick during 1998. That number should increase to about 35,000 units by the year 2000. The GPA has demonstrated that it respects its customers and will go that extra mile to maintain current business as well as encourage new business for the port. " - Ken Fletcher, Volkswagen of America, Auburn Hills, Mi. delivering 23 miles per gall on (mpg) in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The diesel is a 90-horsepower engine that emits 20 percent less carbon dioxide than a comparable gasoline-fueled engine. The ew Beetle diesel delivers an EPA rating of 41 mpg in the city and 48 mpg on the highway and has a range of nearly 700 miles. Equipped with the 2.0 liter engine and manual transmission , the suggested retail price for the ew Beetle is 15,200 while the diesel with five-speed sells for $16,475. The car can also be purchased with a four-speed , electronically controlled automatic transmission. The ew Beetle is significantly larger than its famed predece sor, both inside and out. It is 161.1 inches long and 67.9 inches wide, with a wheelbase of 98.9 inches. The car has a silhouette that's instantly recognizable, but also has a shape that's more svelte and modern than its predecessor. The ew Beetle is not a "retro car," as might have been expected, says Clive Warrilow, president and chief executive officer of Volkswagen of American , Inc. "The ew Beetle is a completely modern design, almost futuristic ," said Warrilow. "It is designed to appeal to people who fondl y recall the past, as well as young people who have no connection at all to the original. Where the original Beetle provided basic transportation, the New Beetle is an up-market, lifestyle vehicle. It's highly emotional , a car that makes the experience of driving fun again ." The ew Beetle uses front-wheel drive and comes with a bevy of standard items such as air conditioning, a pollen and odor filter, a six-speaker stereo with compact-disc-control capability, beverage holders, an anti-theft alarm system, halogen projectorbeam headlights, four-wheel disc brakes and a central locking system with remote control. The safety system includes energyabsorbing crush zones, pretensioning front safety belts, front and rear headrests, daytime running lights, dual airbags and front seat-mounted side ai rbags. The interior of the ew Beetle blends the old with the new. In keeping with the past, the car has a large assist handle above the glove compartment and assist straps above the rear seats, and one round instrument gauge is used to display speed, rev counter, engine temperature and fuel readings. A new and original touch of the New Beetle is the use of a bright finish on the steering wheel, gear shift, automatic shift knob and handbrake. There's even a bud vase on the dashboard . Seats can be adjusted for height by both driver and passenger via ratcheting pump handle, and other interior details include lighted vanity mirrors, integrated armrests, carpeted floor mats, a remote fuel filler and hatch release, electronic side mirror adjustments, tinted glass, heated side mirrors and door storage nets. The car made its worldwide debut in january at the orth American International Auto Show in Detroit. It evolved from a design unveiled at the 1994 Detroit Auto Show, a futuristic show car Volkswagen's designers called Concept I. In 1986, the automaker selected the Port of Brunswick as its U.S. Southeast Distribution Center for automobiles. After a two year absence during a port consolidation effort, Volkswagen reopened their port operations in Brunswick in 1994. located on the GPA Colonel's Island Terminal , International Auto Processing, Inc. provides all required auto processing services to the automobiles prior to distribution to dealerships throughout the U.S. Southeast. "We expect to ship about 25 ,000 vehicles through Brunswick during 1998 ," stated Ken Fletcher with Volkswagen of America in Auburn Hills, Michigan. "That number should increase to about 35,000 units by the year 2000. The GPA has demonstrated that it respects its customers and will go that extra mile to maintain current business as well as encourage new business for the port." Additional auto importers using the Port of Brunswick's 200plus acre facility include Cadillac, Hyundai, land Rover, Mitsubishi and Saab. Ford Motor Company exports the Taurus, Mustang, Windstar, Explorer, lincoln Continental, lincoln Mark Vlll and Mercury Grand Marquis. Saturn Corporation, General Motors and Mercedes-Benz also utilize the Port of Brunswick as aU . S. South Atlantic export gateway for the movement of Saturn automobiles, Opel Sintra Minivans and the M-Class allactivity vehicles, respectively. A record setting 136,158 units passed through the Colonel's Island Terminal during Fiscal Year 1997, representing an 80.7% growth over the previous year. GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 14 Yang Ming Line:25 Years and Growing I n today's highly competitive global environment, combined with the complexities of intermodal logistics, HEADQUARTERED IN TAIWAN, fleet of 36 vessels. These vessels provide for the flexible , productive movement of between 412 TEU's to more than 3,700 perhaps no one sector of the transporta- TEU's per vessel, depending upon the tion industry has been more affected in THE GLOBAL CARRIER customers' specialized needs. recent years than the provider of ocean Represented in the United States by carrier services. TODAY OPERATES 46 VESSELS Solar International Shipping Agency, Over the last decade ocean carriers Yang Ming's main port of call in the U.S. have experienced one absorption after IN NUMEROUS SERVICES South Atlantic range is the Port of another and, in a few unfortunate cases, Savannah. Yang Ming's customers are some carriers have elected to entirely AROUND THE WORLD. afforded weekly, fixed-day service tO and cease operations. from lucrative markets throughout Asia In light of the ever-changing field of and Australia I ew Zealand via players and rules of play, it's refreshing Savannah's 838-acre Garden City to congratulate one particular ocean carrier on the occasion of Containerport Terminal. The international carrier has four con- its silver anniversary. In December, 1997, Yang Ming line cele- tainer vessels engaged in operations via Savannah; the Ming brated its 25th year of operation. America, Ming Asia, Ming Europe and Ming Prominence. These As one of the world's largest carriers, Yang Ming Line com- modern, efficient vessels provide container carrying capacities menced operation in December, 1972, as Yangming Marine ranging from 3,266 TEU's to over 3,600 TEU's. Transport Corporation. Headquartered in Taiwan, the global "We are extremely pleased to congratulate Yang Ming Line on carrier today operates 46 vessels in numerous services around the anniversary of its 25th year of service to the international the world. In fact, 30 of the company's 46 vessels are directly shipping community," stated Georgia Ports Authority Executive owned by Yang Ming Line. Director Doug]. Marchand. "Yang Ming's corporate philosophy Having earned a quality reputation as a global carrier of con- over the past 25 years has been very similar to that of the GPA's: tainerized cargoes, Yang Ming presently maintains a container hire innovative, talented individuals; stress the "team approach" ......f..L~..~.:r......9... ..~..~..! ..~..~......!...~ 9 8 15 ' ' 0n the eve of the 21st Century, our company and colleagues will continue to move forward in step under the mottoes, working like a team and learning as a team. Furthermore, we will bear in mind the counsel: There is no limit to progress, there is no ceiling for excellence." - Chairman of Yangming Marine Transport Corporation T.H. Chen. in moving cargo; never underestimate the importance of cutting edge technology; and understand and anticipate the growing needs of customers by listening to what they have to say. I believe this philosophy has been and will continue to be their foundation for success." Despite the numerous economic factors affecting the entire transportation industry, Yang Ming officials can be proud of their corporate success. The company was originally formed with capital of T$100 million and, by 1980, that net worth had grown ten-fold to T$1,000 million (US$34.9 million). At the beginning of 1997, the carrier's capital had reached more than NT$13,088 million (US$457.6 million). During Yang Ming Line's 25 years in business, the company has garnered many honors, including recognition by the American press as one of the "Top 10" carriers of 1985 and as the recipient of the Outstanding Marine Transporter Award of 1987 as presented by the Republic of China. Recent honors include ISO 9002 certification and ISM Code accreditation from D V of orway and China Register. 0 Editor's Note: The Georgia Ports Authority takes great pride in congratulating Yang Ming Line on the occasion of its 25th Anniversary. GEORGIA A 16 CliO RAGE 0 RTF0 L 0 New Container Cranes Arrive at Port of Savannah T he Port of Savannah has taken delivery of two new post-panamax container cranes. Arriving at the Georgia Pons Authority's (GPA) Garden City Terminal on March 15, 1998, the cranes were manufac- tured by Konecranes VLC Corporation of Hyvinkaa, Finland and transported via SCA SCOT Shipping Services of Hamburg, Germany. The new cranes feature the speed , height and reach to effectively service the newest genera- tion of contai ner vessels. To be erected on-site at the GPA's 838-acre Garden City Terminal, the cranes have a narrow wheel base to accommodate multiple cranes on a single vessel. The acquisition of MA t UFACT RER the new electrically- RATED CAPACITY powered cranes enables U DER SPREADER B EAM the GPA to improve U DER CARGO B EAM efficiency and produc- MAl ' HOIST SPEED tivity by increasing the FULLY LOADED terminal's fleet of con- 0 LOAD tainer cranes to 13 (11 TROLLEY SPEED of which are post-pana- GA TRY SPEED max capacity). The TOTAL LIFT HEIGHT addition of these CLEAR LIFT ABOVE DOCK cranes will offer port CRANE OVERALL H EIGHT users increased nex ibil- PORTAL CLEARANCE ity in eq uipmen t usage O UTREACH FROM FACE OF FE DER along more than 7,726 CRANE RAIL GAUGE ft. (2,356 meters) of BACKREACH contiguous berthing, OVERALL WIDTH the longest of any facil- CLEARA CE BETWEE LEGS ity on the U.S. East Coast. ote: Short ton = 2,000 lbs. "These new cranes represent the latest phase of our strategic plan to expand terminal operations," stated GPA Executive Director Doug]. Marchand. "We will soon take delivery of two new rubber-tired gantries and two new toplifts to fur- ther enhance the efficiencies of container opera tions. All of this equipment will be put to productive use this sum- mer when we commence operations at Container Berth 7." Future expansion plans at Savannah include the devel- opment of an on-terminal, 140-acre (56. 7 hectare) lntermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF) within the next 18 to 24 months. This ICTF, the only one of its kind on the U.S. East Coast, will include almost four miles of total trackage for operations and storage. An eighth container berth (CB 8) is also planned for development by the GPA at the Port of Savannah by 2001. CB 8 will provide port customers with an additional 83 acres (33.6 hectares) of paved storage and 1,200 feet (365 .8 meters) of new berthing. CRANE DATA Kone 56 short tons/50 long tons 78.4 short tons/70 long tons (50.8 metric tons) (71 metric tons) 170 feet per min. 365 feet per min. 500 feet per min. 180 feet per min. 150 feet 100 feet 297 feet 45 feet 145 feet 90 feet 85 feet 88.5 feet 55 feet (51.8 meters per min.) (111.25 meters per min.) (152.4 meters per min.) (54.9 meters per min.) (45.7 meters) (30.5 meters) (90.5 meters) (13 .7 meters) (44.2 meters) (27.4 meters) (25 .9 meters) (27 meters) (16.8 meters) Long ton = 2,240 lbs. To complement landside improvements, the Georgia Ports Authority is aggressively pursuing a harbor deepening project to ensure the Port of Savannah's capabilities match the requirements of the next generation of deep draft vessels. Preliminary plans call for deepening of the Savannah channel from 42 feet (12.8 meters) at mean low water to 46 feet (14 meters) or more. GEORGIA A CHORAGE 18 p0 RT F 0 L 0 Gignilliat and Groover Appointed to Authority G eorgia Governor Zell Miller degree from the Georgia School of Law. has appointed Arthur "We welcome Mr. M. Gignilliat, Jr. of Gignilliat and Mr. Savannah and Groover as new mem- Denmark Groover, Jr. bers to the Authority of Macon and re- and look forward to appointed Herman j. working with them in Russell of Atlanta to the Georgia Ports Authority. In making Arthur ------ M.G ign illiat, Jr. ------------- - Denmark --------- Groover, }1: -------- - - --- - Herman]. -------- Russell ------ - - furthering the growth of Georgia's ports," stated GPA Authority the announcement on February 3, 1998, Governor Miller Chairman Hugh M. Tarbutton. "Their reputations for stated , "I am pleased to appoint these fine citizens to the leadership, together with their tireless efforts and contri- Georgia Ports Authority. I am confident that they will butions toward the advancement of the state's economic successfully promote Georgia's ports to further enhance growth and well-being of its citizens, are outstanding." our state's economy." Russell is chairman of the board and ceo of H. j . Gignilliat recently retired from Savannah Electric & Russell & Company, H. j. Russell Construction Co ., Inc. Power Company (SEPCO) in Savannah after 40 years of and Russell Property Management, Inc. He is the imme- service. Prior to being named president and ceo of diate past Chair of the Authority and previously served as SEPCO, Gignilliat served as vice president of public Vice Chair and Secretary-Treasurer. affairs, administrative vice president, assistant sales man- The Governor's appointments of Gignilliat and ager and director of advertising for the company. Groover follow the recent departures of Harry jackson, Jr. From 1966 to 1981, Gignilliat was a member of the of Columbus and Sylvan M. Byck, j r. of Savannah. Georgia House of Representatives from Chatham County. jackson recently completed his third four-year term on He was also appoi nted to the Board of Regents of the the Authority's board. He served as Chair, Vice Chair and University System of Geo rgia where he served for lO Secretary-Treasurer. Having recently completed one term years before being appointed to the University System of on the Authority, Byck served in the capacities of Vice Georgia Foundation Board of Directors. He was a mem- Chair and Secretary-Treasurer during his four year term. ber of the Governor's Development Coun cil and an "The Georgia Ports Authority is fortunate to have appointee to the Georgia Board of Industry, Trade and enjoyed the contributions made by Mr. jackson and Mr. Tourism. Gignilliat is a graduate of Armstrong junior Byck during their terms of service, and very appreciative College and the University of Georgia , where he earned a of the direction and leadership they exhibited," Tarbutton journalism degree. said. "We extend to them the GPA's best wishes in their Groover is a partner in the Macon law firm of Groover future endeavors. " & Childs. He served as a member of the Georgia House The GPA is governed by a nine-member board of Representatives for 22 years. During his terms in appointed by the governor from the state at large to serve office, he served as floor leader, majority whip, vice chair- four year staggered terms. The Authority establishes gov- man of the Rules Comm ittee, a member of the Insurance, erning policy, authorizes expenditures and approves con- judiciary and Ethics Committees and vice chairman of tracts for services. In addition to Gignilliat, Groover and the Music Hall of Fame Overview Committee. Russell, Authority members include Hugh M. Tarbutton Groover is a former member of the Democratic of Sandersville (Chair) ; Sam M. Griffin , Jr. of Bainbridge ational Committee and the State Democratic Executive (Vice-Chair); Alfred W "Bill" jones, Ill of St. Simons Committee. During World War ll, he served as a fighter Island (Secretary-Treasurer); Thomas]. Dillon of pilot with the U.S. Marine Corps with Boyington's Black Savannah; Smith Foster of Dalton; and james D. Mason Sheep Squadro n. Wounded in action, Groover received of Lawrenceville. 0 the Purple Heart and the Air Medal. Groover holds a law FIRST QUARTER 1998 19 p0 RT F 0 L 0 0 n April 6, 1998, Georgia Governor Zell Miller signed into law what was perhaps the most pro-business piece of econom ic development legislation to emerge fro m the 1998 Georgia General Assembl y. House Bill 1667 "BEST of Georgia Ports," spon- sored by Representati ve Tom Bordeaux (D- ava nnah), creates a tax credit for Georgia busi- nesses that ex pand their u e of port facilities ac ross the state in connection with additional employment or facility investm ent. Modeled under the framewo rk of the Georgia Busine s Expansion Support Act (BEST), the new legislation improved upon an existing law that provides job and investm ent tax credi ts ro busin esses that relocate to Georgia or expa nd their operation within the tate. Under the original law, Georgia's 159 counties are cla sified by tiers ba eel on economi c pro perity criteria and job and investment tax cred- Georgia House Bill1667 sponsor, Rep. Tom Bordeaux (center, right), and primary Senate advocate, Sen. jack Hill (center, left), wereJoined at the bills sign ing ceremony by a number of supportir1g business interests. its vary from co unty ro county. The "BE T of Georgia Ports" legislation maintains the "We want to co ngratulate the Governor and the General co unty tier structure, but increases the tax cred its for co m- A sembl y for pas ing this important legislation," Georgia panies that meet the ex isting provisions of the original law Ports Authority Executive Director Doug]. Marchand stat- concurrent with a 10% increase in port traffic through ed. "The law will promote the expanded use of port facili- Georgia's public or private deepwater pons and inland ti es in Georgia and help to create new j obs by attrac ting barge terminal . Under the new provisions, these co mpa- new busines to the state. We will become more attractive nies could be eligible to receive up to $3,500 per job to Georgia companies involved in international trade, income tax cred it for job creation or a credit equal to 8% of which wi ll enhance our competitiveness, and the state will total investment in qualified property expansion. become more attractive as a location for new and expand- "In short, although businesses across the state will bene- ing industries. The increased business ac ti vity and new fit fro m this legislation, it is Georgia's ports- and the busi- jobs generated as a result of this legislation will benefit all nesses and people connected to them- which will reap residents of the state." 0 the highest rewards," said Representati ve Bordeaux. GPA Officials Discuss Legislative Matters in Washington Adelegatio n of Georgia Pons Authority offi cials traveled to Washington , D.C. in March to meet with Congressional members and encourage support of legislative mea ures critical to the future growth of Georgia's ports. GPA Auth ority Chairman Hugh M. Tarbutton was joined by evera l Auth ority members and GPA staff in presenting the GPA 1998 Congressional legislative agenda to the Georgia House delegation and Georgia Senators Paul Coverdell and Max Cleland. During the visit, GPA Executi ve Director Doug j. Marchand briefed the delegation on the need for a Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 1998 and the inclusion of GPA harbor deepening proj ect in Savannah and Brunswick. (Continued on Page 35) GEORGIA A 20 CHORAGE Container Berth 7 Construction Update C onstruction of the Port of Savannah's seventh co ntaine r berth is progres ing on schedule and is s lated for completion in june, 1998. In Ma rch, Co ntaine r Berth Seven's (CB 7) 1,200 foot wharf was completed and two new post-panamax cranes were delivered to the Georgia Ports Authority Garden City Termina l. The new electrica lly- powered container cranes were ma nufactured by Kone Crane Corporation of Helsinki, F inland and fea ture the speed, height and reach to service the newest generation of container vesse ls . The new berth wi ll also offer 147 paved acres for co ntainer ha nd ling and storage area with direct rai l service and convenient interstate access. Thirty-five acres of newly paved area for CB 7 are being utilized for the storage and handling of co ntainerized freight. The Port of Savan na h's Garden City Terminal, wh ich already features the longest contiguous docking s pace of any facility on the U. S. East Coast, now offers more than 7,700 linear feet of berthing space. CONSTRUCTION OF THE PORT OF SAVANNAH' S SEVENTH CONTAINER BERTH IS SLATED FOR COMPLETION IN JUNE, 1998. Container Berth 7 Construction Update C onstruction of the Port of Savannah's seventh co ntaine r berth is progres ing on schedule and is s lated for completion in june, 1998. In Ma rch, Co ntaine r Berth Seven's (CB 7) 1,200 foot wharf was completed and two new post-panamax cranes were delivered to the Georgia Ports Authority Garden City Termina l. The new electrica lly- powered container cranes were ma nufactured by Kone Crane Corporation of Helsinki, F inland and fea ture the speed, height and reach to service the newest generation of container vesse ls . The new berth wi ll also offer 147 paved acres for co ntainer ha nd ling and storage area with direct rai l service and convenient interstate access. Thirty-five acres of newly paved area for CB 7 are being utilized for the storage and handling of co ntainerized freight. The Port of Savan na h's Garden City Terminal, wh ich already features the longest contiguous docking s pace of any facility on the U. S. East Coast, now offers more than 7,700 linear feet of berthing space. CONSTRUCTION OF THE PORT OF SAVANNAH' S SEVENTH CONTAINER BERTH IS SLATED FOR COMPLETION IN JUNE, 1998. With the completion of the 1,200 foot wha~f at CB 7, the Garden City Terminal now offers more than 7,700 feet of contiguous docking space. Your advertising dollars have to work hard and stretch far to achieve your marketing goals. When you invest those dollars in Georgia AnchorAge, your message reaches top transportation decision makers among over 9000 subscribers in 30 countries. Georgia AnchorAge. Maximum advertising impact at a rate you can afford. For more information on how the Georgia AnchorAge's numbers will get your point across in print, contact Patricia Reese or Tom Swinson, Georgia Ports Authority, at 1-800-342-8012 (912-964-3855). Fax 912-964-3921. Black & white rates Page Half page Third page 1X 2-4X $550 $495 $352 $319 $297 $264 Four-color: $520 Process color: $220 per color Match color: $400 per color Bleed: Add 15% Premium positions upon availability ext publication date: July, 1998 Closing date for space reservations and material: June 1,1998 *All rates are effective through December, 1998 and are 15% agency com missionable. p0 RTF 0 L 0 Savannah Welcomes the Lummus Corporation T he ignifica nce of being located "The port' proximity to the propo ed site was also near a major port critical to the evalu- was a key factor in a ation of Savannah as colton gin manufac- a site," added turer's recent deci- Knowllon . "The sion to relocate its company wi ll realize corporate headquar- significant saving ters and plant to on transportation Savannah . costs by locating in lnjanuary, 1997, Savannah at officials of the Crossroads Bu ines Lummus Center. " Corporation "We are very announced plans to pleased with the invest $15 million in Lummus Savannah and bring Lummus sells approximately 50 percent of the modem or existing state-of-the-art cot- Corporation's a total of 250 new ton g inning machinery sold in th e world. an nouncement to jobs to the area. The relocation will also stimulate the creation of at least 200 addi- relocate to Savannah. ," aid Doug J. Marchand , executive director of the tional new jobs by suppliers and co ntractor , according to the Georgia Ports Authority. "Having the Lummus Corporation ava nnah Eco nomic Development Authority (SEDA). as a full -time member of our co mmunity, wi th its ou tstand ing Lummus, the oldest and largest manufacturer of cotton gin- reputation and diversified bu iness interests, is a real plus. ning, cleaning, man-made fiber and textile machinery in the The Georgia Ports Authority looks fo rward to providing quali- wo rld , will complete its move to Savannah from Columbus, ty marine terminal services while linking th e manufac turer to Ga. by the end of 1998. The corporation will build its new more than 50 ocean ca rriers serving over 100 nations world- plant and offi ces in the Crossroads Business Center Industrial wide. " Park nea r Interstate 95 and the Savannah International Lummu ' new home will be close to the ite where Eli Airp o r t . Whitney perfected the colton gin in 1793. Whitney's gin , a "The fact that a park of thi quality exis ts - a pre-permit- mac hine for removing the seeds from cotton bolls, revolution- ted, pre-developed, publicly-owned, class A, multi-use park ized the cotton-produci ng industry. His work was done west located less than four miles from the Port o f Savannah and of Savannah at Mulberry Grove Plantation, the home of the along Interstate 95- was a majo r factor in the co mpany's widow of Revolutionary War hero Gen . athaniel Greene. decision to locate here," said jack Lee, Lummu ' chief execu- The Lummus Corporation was founded in 1863 and has ti ve officer. "When comparing all of the critical factors , been awa rded in exce s of 150 patents. Accord ing to manage- Crossroads Bu iness Center put Savannah on top ." ment estimate , the co mpany sells approxi mately 50 percent In wooing Lummus to Savannah , local officials involved in of the modern or existing state-of-the-art colto n ginning industrial solicitation were competing with counterparts in mac hinery old in the world. Columbus, Charleston, S.C. and jacksonville, Fl. "The Port of The corporation has other domestic facilities in Fresno, Savannah's reputation for superior service and the number of Ca., Greenville, Miss. , Lubbock, Tx, Phoenix , Az , Memphis, shipping lines calling on it that serve co untries where the Tn , and Imo, S.C. In addition , Lummus also has affi liate company's customers are located were highly ranked ," stated companies in Memphi , Tn.; Moree, SW, Australia and Sao Ri chard D. Knowllon, jr., president and ceo of SEDA. Paulo , Brazil. GEORGIAA CHORAGE 24 Turecamo takes the environment seriously. Spills can happen at any time. And when they do, Turecamo Environmental Services is there - ready to move into action to contain the spill and get it cleaned up fast. TES's spill control teams are always on call, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They're armed with the latest chemical containment and handling equipment to deal with all kinds of marine, chemical and Hazmat emergencies at the ports of Charleston and Savannah. And for bigger challenges, TES has a network of additional resources to handle any level of response required by an incident. TES also offers bilge water transfer, hazardous and non hazardous waste disposal, marine tank and industrial cleaning services, UST pulls, routine site management, dual phase vacuum extractions and ground water remediation. In addition, marine oil response is available at the ports of Charleston and Savannah. Clean waterways are vital to our future. When spills happen, call TES at Savannah (912) 232-3224- and let's work together for a healthier planet. TURECAMO ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC. ~~~~~~~~~5555~~\-~~~-mr-:-,:.~m. Compiled by: Georgia Ports Authority- http://www.gaports.com Trade Area/Line Agent Frequency Savannah Terminal and Cargo Service Keys GCT OT CONT BB RORO LASH REF Garden City Terminal Ocean Terminal Container Breakbulk Roll On-Roll Off Lighter Aboard Ship Refrigerated Africa (East-South-West) ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE ISS CMA NL DELMAS G&A HAPAG-LLOYD HPL LYKES LINES ISS OOCL DOC SAFBANK G&A TORM WEST AFRICA KER WILHELMSEN WL ZIM ZIM Australia/New Zealand BLUE STAR ISS CGM NL COLUMBUS CL CONTSHIP CON MAR FRET c WILHELMSEN WL YANG MING SOL ZIM ZIM WEEKLY WEEKLY MONTHLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY B-MONTHLY MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY 10 DAYS WEEKLY 10 DAYS 10 DAYS TRI-MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY Caribbean/Islands of Atlantic AMAZON A EVERGREEN E ZIM ZIM WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY Central America CHO YANG ISS DSR/SENATOR ISS EVERGREEN E Far East/Indonesia/Malaysia CGM NL CHO YANG ISS CONTSHIP CON DSR/SENATOR ISS EVERGREEN E HANJIN HJ HAPAG-LLOYD HPL HOEGH LINES HL HYUNDAI ISS MAR FRET c NYK NYK OOCL DOC P&O/NEDLLOYD PON SAGA G&A STAR STR STOLT ISS TOKAI SST TOKO SST UNITED ARAB KER WILHELMSEN WL YANG MING SOL ZIM ZIM WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY 10 DAYS WEEKLY 10 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY 10 DAYS WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY WEEKLY TRI-MONTHLY WEEKLY WEEKLY Sailing Schedule Port of Savannah Terminal Type Service GCT CO NT/REF GCT CONT OT CONT/BB GCT CONT OT CONT/BB/REF GCT CONT/REF OT CONT/BB/REF GCT CONT/BB GCT RORO/CONT/BB GCT CO NT/REF GCT CONT/BB/REF GCT CONT/88/REF GCT CONT/88/REF GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT GCT RORO/CONT/88 GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT/88 GCT CONT GCT CO NT/REF GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT GCT CONT GCT CONT/88/REF GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT GCT CONT GCT CO NT/REF GCT CONT OT CONT/BB/BULK GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT GCT CONT/BB/REF GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT/REF OT BB OT BB GCT BULK OT BB OT BB GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT/RORO/BB GCT CONT/REF GCT CONT/REF Mediterranean ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE ISS WEEKLY GCT CHO YANG ISS WEEKLY GCT CMA NL WEEKLY GCT CROATIA CRO WEEKLY GCT DSR/SENATOR ISS WEEKLY GCT EVERGREEN E WEEKLY GCT HANJIN HJ WEEKLY GCT HAPAG-LLOYD HPL WEEKLY GCT NOTE: Line representatives or agents should be contacted to IT ALIA NSCSA OOCL A WEEKLY GCT B 12 DAYS GCT DOC WEEKLY GCT verify specific sailings, termi- SCI NL 10 DAYS GCT nals and schedules. STAR UNITED ARAB STR MONTHLY OT KER WEEKLY GCT ZIM ZIM WEEKLY GCT CONT/REF CO NT/REF CONT CONT CONT CONT CONT/REF CONT CO NT/REF CONT/RORO/BB/REF CO NT/REF CONT BB CONT/REF CONT/REF Trade Area/Line Agent Frequency N. Europe/U.K./Ireland/Scandinavia/Baltic ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE ISS WEEKLY CGM NL 10 DAYS CMA NL WEEKLY CHO YANG ISS WEEKLY CONTSHIP CON 10 DAYS DSR/SENATOR ISS WEEKLY FOREST LINES A BI-MONTHLY HANJIN HJ WEEKLY HAPAG-LLOYD HPL WEEKLY JO TANKERS MARFRET ISS BI-MONTHLY c 10 DAYS NYK NYK WEEKLY OOCL ooc WEEKLY P&O/NEDLLOYD PON WEEKLY VAN OMMEREN TER MONTHLY WILHELMSEN WL BI-MONTHLY Red Sea/Persian Gulf/India/Pakistan/Burma ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE ISS WEEKLY CHO YANG ISS WEEKLY CMA NL WEEKLY CROATIA CRO WEEKLY DSR/SENATOR ISS WEEKLY HAPAG-LLOYD HPL WEEKLY HOEGH LINES HL BI-MONTHLY NSCSA B 12 DAYS NYK NYK WEEKLY NYK-NOS OOCL WL BI-MONTHLY ooc WEEKLY SCI NL 10 DAYS UNITED ARAB KER WEEKLY WILHELMSEN WL BI-MONTHLY ZIM ZIM WEEKLY Terminal GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT OT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT OT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT OT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT GCT South America ALIANCA AMAZON CHO YANG COLUMBUS LINE Dl GREGORIO DSR/SENATOR EVERGREEN FRONTIER FROTA AMAZONICA GEARBULK HANJIN IVARAN NYK-NOS PAN AMERICAN ZIM ISS WEEKLY GCT A WEEKLY GCT ISS WEEKLY GCT CL WEEKLY GCT A WEEKLY GCT ISS WEEKLY GCT E WEEKLY GCT c WEEKLY GCT c BI-MONTHLY GCT A MONTHLY OT HJ WEEKLY GCT c WEEKLY GCT WL TBA GCT G&A WEEKLY GCT ZIM WEEKLY GCT U.S. Intercoastal COLUMBIA COASTAL COL WEEKLY GCT Type Service CONT/REF CONT/BB/REF CONT CO NT/REF CO NT/REF CONT BB/LASH CONT/REF CONT BULK CONT CONT/BB/REF CONT/REF CONT/REF BB CONT/RORO/BB CONT/REF CONT/REF CONT CONT CONT CONT CONT/BB CONT/RORO/BB/REF CONT/BB/REF RORO/BB CO NT/REF CONT CO NT/REF CONT/RORO/BB CO NT/REF CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/REF CONT/BB/REF CONT/BB CONT CONT CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/BB CONT/REF CONT/BB/REF RORO/BB CONT CONT/REF CONT Steamship Agency Keys A ARETE TRANSPORTATION (912) 964-6761 (770) 985-8553 B BIEHL & COMPANY (912) 236-8555 (770) 953-3189 c CAROLINA SHIPPING (912) 234-7221 (770) 953-3189 CL COLUMBUS LINE (912) 963-01 00 COL COLUMBIA COASTAL (912) 236-8984 CON CONTSHIP CONTAINER LINES (757) 486-1808 CRO CROSSOCEAN (912) 966-7380 EVERGREEN (912) 238-0861 (770) 953-2626 G&A GULF & ATLANTIC (912) 236-4100 (404) 237-5277 HPL HAPAG-LLOYD (AMERICA) (912) 238-3510 (800) 223-4443 HJ HANJIN SHIPPING CO., LTD. (912) 966-2292 (770) 952-0233 HL HOEGH LINES AGENCIES (912) 966-3125 ISS INCHCAPE SHIPPING (912) 963-2800 (404) 329-0943 KER KERR STEAMSHIP (912) 233-0508 (404) 699-0455 NL NORTON LILLY INTERNATONAL (912) 232-1276 (404) 699-0455 NYK NYK LINE (AMERICA) (912) 964-8998 (770) 956-9444 ooc OOCL (USA), INC. (888) 388-6625 PON P&O NEDLLOYD (912) 236-2160 (770) 951-3600 s STRACHAN SHIPPING (912) 966-5200 (404) 761-5111 SOL SOLAR SHIPPING (912) 238-0329 (770) 988-9855 SST STEVENS SHIPPING (912) 651-4000 STR STAR SHIPPING (912) 236-4144 (770) 226-5900 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 :~~~~~~~~~555Eii~-J~~.1-~_- ~, ~~~~ Compiled by: Georgia Ports Authority- http://www.gaports.com Steamship Agency Keys A ARETE TRANSPORTATION (912) 261-9994 (770) 985-8553 CA CALDWELL MARITIME (904) 751-5244 CB CB AGENCY (904) 448-8816 G&A GULF & ATLANTIC (912) 263-41 00 ISS INCHCAPE SHIPPING (912) 963-2800 L LAVING SHIPPING (912) 964-8119 STR STAR SHIPPING (912) 236-4144 SST STEVENS SHIPPING (912) 651-4000 s STRACHAN SHIPPING (904) 751-5244 w WALLEN IUS (912) 264-9559 WI WILLIAMS DIMOND (904) 724-6538 Trade Area/line Agent Frequency Africa (South-North) GLOBAL CONTAINER A MONTHLY Far East/Indonesia/Malaysia HYUNDAI ISS K-LINE SST MITSUI OSK WI NYK L WALLENIUS w BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY BI-MONTHLY TRI-MONTHLY Mediterranean GEARBULK UNI SHIPING A MONTHLY G&A BI-MONTHLY Mexico VW TRANSPORT CA BI-MONTHLY N. Europe/U.K./Ireland/Scandinavia/Baltic FOREST LINES GEARBULK STAR WALLEN IUS A 15 DAYS A MONTHLY STR WEEKLY w WEEKLY Red Sea/Persian Gulf GLOBAL CONTAINER A MONTHLY South America (East-North) GEARBULK A TOTAL OCEAN MARINE CB MONTHLY MONTHLY Sailing Schedule Port of Brunswick Terminal MPT Cl Cl Cl Cl Cl MP/MPT MPT Cl MP/MPT MP/MPT MP Cl MPT MP/MPT MPT Type Service BB RORO RORO RORO RORO RORO BB BB RORO BB BB BB RORO BB BB BB Brunswick Terminal and Cargo Service Keys Cl MP MPT RORO BB Colonel's Island Mayor's Point Marine Port Terminal Roll On-Roll Off Breakbulk NOTE: Line representatives or agents should be contacted to verify specific sailings, terminals and schedules. 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) Brett Freer 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)(51) 463-5811 Fax: (82)(51) 463-6403 HONG KONG (AGENT) Patrick Chong Barwil - Hong Kong (852) 2880-1614 Fax: (2)(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 Barwii-Sydney (61-2) 9255-0862 Fax: (61-2) 9247-2786 TOKYO lsao Togioka (81-3) 3214-3851 Fax: (81-3) 3211-1978 NE w AR R vA L s VESSELS HONORED FOR PORT VISITS OOCL FIDELITY Pictured (I tor) on board the OOCL Fidelity are Capt. Lee Kim Tech, master marin er; and Marll D. Trough ton, CPA genera l manager, cargo sales. T he 794-foot OOCL Fidelity called the Port of Savannah on her inaugural voyage in March. The 40,980 gross-registered-ton vessel features a container carrying capacity of 3,161 TEUs and a service speed of 21 knots . Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) recently joined YK, Hapag-Lloyd and P&O/ edlloyd as part of the Grand Alliance to provide weekly container service via Savannah to Europe and the Far East. OOCL serves as agent for its vesse ls while Ceres Marine Terminals acts as stevedore. Ports help American businesses go global. Whether it ' s Midwest corn being exported to Europe, farm machinery tractor going to Australia, or Wa hington state apples go ing to China, our nation ' port help America ' businesse go global. Our ports help companies reach new international markets and stay competitive in the global marketplace. In add ition to keeping America ' goods on the move our port al o help keep America 's economy on the move. More than 15 million American work in port-relatedjobs --jobs that mean 523 billion in annua l income. Port activity al o contribute over $780 billion to the Gro Domestic Product. America' port work with our nation ' trucking companies, railroads and airports to offer one of the mo t efficient transportation y tem in the world. And thi tran portation system offer co !-effective way for America 's manufacturer and farmer to reach their cu tomers around the country and around the world. o next time you see a hip at a port, a truck heading down the highway, or a fre ight train moving down the track, realize you ' re eeing more than cargo on the move. You ' re seeing America ' businesses goi ng global. For more infom1ationon thepon industry. contac t: AAPA 1010 Duke 1rce1 Alexandria . VA 223 14 Telephone: (703) 6 4-5700 29 American Association of Port Authorities N E w A R R VAL s VESSELS HONORED FOR PORT VISITS THE CGM GAUGUIN Pictured on board the CCM Gauguin are Marh A. emec, operations manager, orton Lilly International, In c.; Ma ry K. Morgan , CPA ales representative; and Capt. Erhard Manshe, master marin er: Arriving at the Port of Savannah on her maiden voyage in March was the Compagnie Generale Maritime (CG M) vessel CCM Gauguin . The 683-foot vessel offers a container carrying capacity of 2,246 TEUs and registers 25 ,808 gross tons. Built in 1998 in Germany, the CCM Gauguin is owned by Peter Dahle in Hamburg, Germany. CGM provides container service to Papeete, Tahiti; oumea, ew Caledonia; Auckland, ew Zealand; Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, Australia with sailings out of Savannah every 10 days. THE (LIPPER FAITH T he Tokai ve sel Clipper Faith made her maiden call to the Port of Savannah in March. Owned by Dockendale Shipping Company, Ltd. , in assau, Bahamas and built in China, the combination container-bulk carrier is 594-foot long and regi ter 19,354 gross tons. During her maiden call to the Georgia Ports Authority's Ocean Terminal , the Clipper Faith discharged 6,800 metric tons of steel products from japan. Stevens Shipping and Terminal Company serves as agent and tevedore for Tokai 's vessels. Tokai provides monthly breakbulk service between the Port of Savannah and the Far East. Pictured (I to r) on board th e Clipper Faith are ]ame E. Manucy, operations manager, Stevens Shipping and Terminal Company; Mary K. Morgan , CPA sa les representative; Captain R. Tellis; and Capt. S. Chopra, marine manager, Docl1endale Shipping Company, Ltd. ......F....I..R....S....T... .....Q.... .. ...A....R....T...E....R.........1....9....9....8.. ...... 30 THE DON CARLOS The Wallenius lines vessel Dot! Carlos called the Georgia Pons Authority Colonel's Island Terminal in Brunswick on her maiden voyage in March . Built in 1997 at Daewoo Heavy Industries, Ltd. , in Korea, the Don Carlos is a pure car and truck carrier. The 653-foot vessel features l3 car decks (of which three are hoistable) , an inside Pictured (I to r) on board the Don Carlo are Dan iel Leon, manager, Brunswich and ) achsonvi lle, Wallenius Lin es ortl1America, In c.; ). Rich Hain es, operations manager; Brunswick Receiving Center, Catera; Capt. Erich iebert; Mary K. Morgan , GPA sa les repre entati ve; Bobby G. Brown, genera l ma nager; Benicia Indu stries, Inc.; and james W Wells, genera l manager, South America, Wal/enius Lin es rorth America, It1 c. parking area totaling 52,322 square meters and the ability to carry 5,850 automobiles. Wallenius Lines provides service to and from the Far East and Europe via the Port of Brunswick. Wallenius serves as agent for its vessels while Atlantic RoRo Stevedoring, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Wallenius, provides stevedoring services. 0 SOUTHERN OVERSEAS FMC#469-R CHB # 12825 Foreign Freight Forwarders Customs Brokers N.V.O.C.C. Marine Cargo Insurance I.A. T.A. Air Cargo Agents 15 Office Locations Worldwide Germany Tel : 49-421 -363-260 Fax: 49-421 -363-2690 Hong Kong Tel : 852-2756-2270 Fax: 852-2756-2319 Taiwan Tel: 886-2-772-4700 Fax : 886-2-772-4686 Atlanta 770-996-61 09 Charleston 803-722-4163 Charlotte 704-357-6013 Greensboro 910-668 -0338 Los Angeles 31 0 -41 0 -1458 Miami 305-639-2922 Morehead City 91 9-726-6825 New York 718-982-6041 Norfolk 757 -424-6560 Raleigh 919-840-9111 Savannah 912-238-5656 Wilmington 910-392-8300 REACH US BY INTERNET! E-MAIL: inj o@southover.com WEB SITE: http://www.southover.com 31 s H I PPER s A L ERT MARITIME & TRANSPORTATION NEWS WALLENIUS PREPARES FOR FUTURE GROWTH Wallenius Lines has signed a contract for yet anoth;r new specially-designed car-carrier from Korea's Daewoo Okpo Shipyard. The new vessel will be a PCTC ship (Pure Car Truck Carrier), capable of carrying up to 5,850 cars or a combination of 3,000 cars ~ni.d 475 heavy vehicles. The vehicles can be loaded quickly and efficiently onto the ship's 13 decks via an internal ramp system. Some decks will be strengthened to take heavy vehicles and the height of others will be adjustable for oversize units. Wallenius Lines is in the middle of an extensive new building program to enlarge and modernize its fleet. The new order is for the lOth in a series of car-carriers to be ordered from the same shipyard in Korea. Six of the vessels have already been delivered, the first in 1994 and the sixth as recently as February, 1998. Three of the four remaining new buildings will be delivered in 1999 and the fourth in 2000. According to company officials, considerable advances have been made in both cargo handling and marine equipment capabilities since the first Daewoo ship was built, with the vessels developed and equipped with the very latest equipment and technology. The Daewoo series consists of three generations of vessels, and the lOth ship will be one of four in the third generation. In related news, Wallenius is expanding its operation at the Port of Brunswick with the addition of 19.18 paved acres. Atlantic Vehicle Processors (AVP), the second U.S. vehicle processing center for Wallenius, commenced operation at the Georgia Ports Authority Colonel's Island Terminal in November, 1997. Operating as a division of Pacific Vehicles Processors (PVP), Wallenius' flagship vehicle processing center, AVP initially began operating a nine-acre site on the terminal. With the additional 19 paved acres slated for completion in the Summer of 1998, Wallenius will expand its total facility capacity to 28 acres at the Port of Brunswick. As the world's fourth largest transoceanic car-carrying shipping line, Wallenius Line1; carried 1,165,000 vehicles in its global traffic last year. The carrier's vessel fleet, including ships on order and chartered ones, now consists of 40 PCTC vessels. Wallenius is one of six premier auto carriers providing service worldwide via the Port of Brunswick. 0 COLUMBUS LINE AND HAMBURG SOD UNVEIL 40-FOOT-HIGH CUBE INTEGRATED REEFER Columbus Line and its parent organization, Hamburg Sud The Shipping Group, have expanded their inventory of MaxCube integrated reefers with 550 new 40-foot High Cube units. The innovative design gives shippers over 70 cubic meters of interior space - the world's largest interi- or capacity for an integrated unit of this slit\ acc(!l:dl:ng to company officials. .. , .\ Hamburg Sud and Columbus Line, speci~lisl.s ih>thi: . North-South reefer trade, first introduced the lnltdv'Mive > new MaxCube design to the iilarket in 1997 in a20-fo0t i standard configuration)Jrovidiiig an dd:ra 1.5 Cubk >. .. meters of interior space. Likeits preded!ssor,.tMhti\v46> foot High Cube design uses high-techtFCfree foam insulation - allowing thinner containl.Ywalls while still .. maintaining insulation values within ISO standatcls a unique slim-line refrigeration unit and flush d6ot'tttil1gs; This gives shippers full access to the larger interiol'spate, enabling them to move more cargo per box. .>.>> .>. Temperatures of as low as -29C are microprocessor-main- tained to within 0.25C. The new units are being positioned on Columbus Line's North America-Australia/New Zealand routes, ahd Hamburg Sud trades connecting Europe to the West Coast of South America, the Caribbean and Cemral America; The MaxCube integrateds have proven popular with. ship- pers of such cargoes as citrus, meats, dairy products and fresh and frozen produce. They are part of a continual investment by Columbus Line and Hamburg Sud in a global pool of nearly 55,000 units of strategically posi tioned equipment, configured to the needs of its cus- tomers. Collectively, the company's equipment hwemory is valued at nearly $400 million. Columbus Line provides weekly container and bn~ak bulk service to and from South America and Australia/New Zealand via Savannah. DALLAS WELCOMES 1998 EXPO The 15th Annual Internationallntnmodal Expo will be held May 6-8, 1998 at thr Dallas Convention Center in Dallas-Ft. Worth, Texas. During the three-day event, prominent executives representing virtually every fa~et of the intermodal industry will gather to share ideas, analyze new transportation solutions and ilmovative products and debate the problems and opportunities emerging within the industry. The Expo will feature five tracks of world-class conference sessions, a giant indoor intermodal and logistics technology exhibition, informative demonstratil)ns and intermodal tank container workshops. The event opens: on Wednesday, May 6, at the new outdoor exhibition that will feature a wide array of heavy lift and comainer handling equipment and railcar displays. C. E. Lua, group president and chief executive officer, Neptune Orient Lines, will provide this year's keynote address on May 6. Following this presentation, conference participants will attend panel sessions that focus on intermodal issues such as Ocean Carrier Alliances atio Consolidations -The Impact on Ports anti GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 32 , ...................................................................................................................... ~ s E R s . H I p p A L E R T MARITIME & TRANSPORTATION NEWS Infrastructure; Multimodal Information Systems for the 21st Century: Internet BMed Technology Applications; Maxini.izing Drayage Efficiencies - Ownership Issues; Implitatioti.s of Changing Workforce Demographics; and Routing Ch~llenges --'-'-All Water or Intermodal. On Thursday, Ma)/7, Profbsor Robert Neuschel, director of theiranspottation Executive Program, NorthWestern University, will chaifthe conference's first Town Hall Meeting onCHddH Issues for- Intermodal's Future Success c The Customers' Perspectives. justin Zubrod, vke preside1ll:6f A:"t; Reatiiey, will moderate a discussion on Service Proyiders' Response tOToday's Challenges during the seC:Ond Tow11 Hall Meeting on Friday, May 8. Zubrod atid Nhrschel will be joined by an impressive panel of trahsportation exenltives to discuss these importali.ttopics. .. . . Dallas Cowboys formed(uarH~rback and Hall of Fame legend Roger Staubachis slatedtObe on hand during the final day of the event on May 8. The Expo will also 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. LasCyear's event attracted nearly 7,000 transportation professionals from around the world. The GFB, originator of the Expo, is an association serving shipper interest and the professional development 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. 0 J. w. Tarver, Jr. & co., Inc. Naval Architects & Marine Engineers Marine surveying & crane certification P. o. Box 8041 savannah, Georgia 31412 "Established 1962" Richard A. Fraker President Tel: !912J 233-6661 Fax: !912l 233-6662 Offering full service In all listed areas. Member of: The society Of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers The society of Naval Engineers The society Of Accredited Marine surveyors Authorized By The united states Department Of Labor, occupation Safety and Health Administration to conduct Maritime Gear certification for Floating cranes and Derricks and Shore-Based Material Handling Devices under the Regulations of Title 29, Part 1919, cear certiFication. ..... ~..~..~..~ ..T......9..Y..~..~..T...E...~.....~...9...!:?...S...... 33 GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 34 PASSING THROUGH PARTNER PORTS AGREEMENT COM ME M ORATED Sydney Pons Corporation officials visited the Port of avannah in March to commemorate the second anniversary of the signing of a Partner Ports Agreement between the Georgia Ports Authority and the Sydney Pons Corporation. Representing the Sydney Ports Corporation were Board Director Peter Medlock, Chief Executive Officer Greg Martin and General Manager/Commercial Don Ross. GPA Executive Director Doug]. Pictured are 0 tor) Doug). Marchand , Greg Martin , Peter Medlock and Don Ross. Marchand led discussions on topics such as container and breakbulk operations, cargo volume, pon transportation costs, technology, funding of tons of cargo during the 1995/96 financial year. Major carriers providing waterborne transportation services capital proj ects, marketing programs and plans for future development. The group also discus ed harbor-deepening projects at between avannah and Australia are Blue tar, CGM, Columbus, Contship, Marfret, Wilhelmsen, Yang Ming and Zim. During the ports of Savannah and Brunswick. Following the briefing, the Sydney officials toured the GP~ Calendar Year 1997, a total of 307,141 tons of cargo moved between Savannah and Australia. Garden City Containerport Terminal and the general cargo facility at Ocean Terminal in downtown Savannah. Sydney's twin "This visit underscores the commitment that our ports have made during the past two years to encourage increased level of ports of Sydney Harbour and Botany Bay are the principal gateway for trade in ew South Wales. More than 80 shipping lines trade and investment to strengthen business, social and cultural ties," stated Marchand. "We look forward to a lasting partner- regularly link Sydney Ports with more than 200 international ship that will continue to pro per into the next century. " destinations. Both ports collectively handled nearl y 21 million GPA OFFICIALS DISCUSS LEGISLATIVE MATTERS .... ... ... ... .. . .. . .................. . ........ FROM PAGE 20 WRDA is the biennial water resources authorization bill and its passage, along with adequate annual appropriation levels for navigation projects, are essential to provide a waterborne transportation system that meets the needs of international commerce and national defense requirements. Marchand also discussed the need to increase the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Budget to include sufficient funding necessary for annual dredging at the ports of Georgia. "We appreciate the time given our group by members of Congress to discuss these important legislative matters," stated Marchand. "Steamship companies choose ports based on their ability to provide safe navigation channels for deep draft vessels and for appropriate infrastructure to move cargo on and off vessels. In addition, the Federal Government has invested heavily in the Savannah area with a significant reliance on the ports' ability to accommodate military requirements for deployment. It is critical that our channels be fully maintained and operational at all times to accommodate the larger vessels currently calling or scheduled to call our port cities. " ..... .F.. .I.. .R.. ..S....T........Q....U.. ..A.....R.. .T....E....R.... .....1....9. ...9.. ..8. ...... . 35 PASSING THROUGH SAVANNAH YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM VISITS GPA Savannah' 1997-1998 Youth Leadership Forum participated in a one-day seminar at the Georgia Ports Authority in February. Hosted by the GPA Communications and External Affairs Department, the seminar provid- ed an overview of port operations, services and technology to 40 students repre enting several high schools throughout the city. The students toured the Port of Savannah con- tainer and breakbulk operations and met with .S. Customs staff members to discuss federal guidelines and i sues pertaining to the import and export of cargo. U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office representatives led discussions on maritime safety regulations and ways in which the agency regulates environmental issues. In addition, a GPA Engineering representative explained how the port coordinates various project with state and Sa vannahs Youth Leader hip Forum learned about port operations, services and federal agencies to promote the economic growth technology during a vi it to tl1e CPA. and development of Georgia's ports while focusing on environmental concerns. ports offer to o many people." "Thanks to the Georgia Ports Authority, the U.S. Custom The Youth Leadership Forum, under the auspices of the and the U.S. Coa t Guard , our day at the GPA was a success," Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce a an outgrowth of stated Youth Leadership Forum Chairman Letty A. Shearer. "I Leadership Savannah, is a community-wide leadership program am pleased with the thorough and thoughtful program arranged for high school juniors. Formed by the executive co mmittee of for our participants. These students are our future community Leadership Savannah in 1986, the Youth Leadership Forum leaders and it is essential that they understand the importance identifies outstanding high school students with demonstrated of the port to our state and nation. " According to one partici- leadership qualities and concern for their co mmunity. 0 pant, "I now have a better understanding of how much the GPA HOSTS AAPA PORT LEGAL ISSUES SEMINAR T he Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) hosted the American Association of Port Authorities' (AAPA) Port Legal Issues Seminar in March in Savannah. early 90 port attorneys, executive directors and other professional port staff members attended the biennial seminar, which is one of the required programs for attainment of the AAPAS Professional Port Manager (PPM) certification. The seminar focused on such wide-ranging legal issue as Rights and Responsibilities in Human Resources; Port Contracting Issues; Port Cooperation versus Competition; Risk Management for Public Port Authorities; Disaster Claims; Regulation of the Maritime Industry; Primer on Environmental laws and Regulations and lntermodalism. "The GPA has long valued its working relationship with the AAPA and we would like to commend Kurt agel and the A sociation staff for the fine work they do on the behalf of ports throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Latin America," GPA Executive Director Doug]. Marchand said. "The AA PA has proven instrumental in taking a key leadership role on trade, tran portation and environmental affairs which greatly affect the development and operation of our ports." "We very much appreciate the Georgia Ports Authority' role in making our Legal I sues Seminar a success,' said AAPA President Kurt]. agel. "The reception which the port hosted on the opening night was an important networking opportunity for attendees. Thanks to Doug Marchand and his staff, participants felt welcome and had a very positive experience in Savannah." The American Association of Port Authorities was founded in 1912 and today repre ents more than 140 public port authorities in the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. In addition, the Association represent over 200 ustaining and associate members, firms and individuals with an interest in the seaports of the Western Hemisphere. AAPA port members are public entities mandated by law to serve public purpo es. Port authorities facilitate waterborne commerce and contribute to local , regional and national economic growth. GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 36 PASSING THROUGH BRUNSWICK HANDLES MANITOWOC CRANE BUlLT IN MANITOWOC, WISCONSIN, THE MANITOWOC 777 LIFT CRANE CONSISTED OF 21 PIECES TOTALING 374,000 POUNDS. A Manitowoc 777 lift crane, designed for general use within the construction industry, was shipped to So uthamp to n, Scotland in january via the Port of Brunswick. Buil t in Mani towoc, Wisco nsin , the Manitowoc 777 (Series 2) con i ted of 21 pieces totaling 374,000 pounds. The The crane shipment, which required eight truch loads, was deli vered to the GPA Colonel's Island Terminal in Brunswick crane's largest piece, an upperstructu re- model, measured 49' 11 " in length , 11' 2" in width and 11' 0" in Wallenius Lines' vessel Te l/u s for transport to Southampton. height and weighed 83,660 pounds. 'T he shipmen t went smoothly and all parties involved helped The shi pment, which required eight truck loads, was deliv- make that happen," stated Judith Korte, traffic manager of ered to the GPA Co lonel's Island Terminal in Brunswick by ATS Manitowoc Cranes, Inc. "Being able to shi p our cranes to the Specialized of St. Cloud , Minn. Brea kbulk Agency of world market in the most effi cient, damage free and price com- Wilmington, .C. , Wa llenius Lines and Atlantic Vehicle petitive means possible is always our goal. We had an excellen t Processors in Brunswick successfull y monitored the movement experience using Brunswick." According to company officia ls, a of the crane. second shipment th rough Brunswick is scheduled fo r the second Once on site in Brunswick, the crane was loaded on board the quarter of 1998. 0 BRYAN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY VISITS GPA 0 ffi cials representing the Brya n County Development Authori ty recently visited Geo rgia Ports Authority facilities in Savannah to gain a better understanding of port operations, organizational tructure, cargo types and volum es and the eco nomic im pact of th e maritime industry in Geo rgia. Du ring their visit, the offi cials participated in briefings with GPA rep resentati ves and toured the Port of Savannah's Garden City and Ocean Terminals. The group al o discussed ways in which to encourage businesses to relocate to Geo rgia and utilize port faci lities. "I wo uld like to thank the Geo rgia Ports Authority for the ho pitality how n to key co mmunity leaders fro m Brya n Co unty," stated Brya n County Ad mini trator Phil j ones. "We sincerely hope that our visit will foster a greater wo rking relationshi p between our Development Authority and the ports. We will work closely with the Geo rgia Ports Authority to a ist in ac hieving mutual goa ls and prosperity for the coastal region and State of Georgia. " The Brya n Coun ty Development Authori ty serves as th e eco- nomic development authori ty fo r Richmond Hill , Ga. , and Pembro ke, Ga. and are located within close proximity to the ports of Savannah and Brunswick. 0 By an County Development Autholity members met with port officials in Ma rch to encourage the growth and development of Georgia communities. ......~..~..~.....! .....9...~..A...~ .:r...~..R......~..~..!)..~..... 37 PASSING THROUGH BRUNSWICK WELCOMES THE ENDEAVOUR Like a picture from a weathered history book, the tall ship Endeavour sailed maje tically into the Port of Brunswick in late March, thrilling onlooker with her puffed sails and impre ive masts. The visit marked the second call on a 16-port orth American tour for the ship and 52-man crew on board. An arrival ceremony signaled her entrance and was replete with flag , uniforms and patriotic fanfare. On hand to greet the ve el were local and state dignitaries and residents of the Brunswick community. The orth American leg of Endeavours world-tour is being sponsored by the ational Geographic Society. The 10-day visit to Brunswick's Mary Ross Harbor Park came after nearly five year of construction on the replica of Captain James Cook's exploration vessel that was noted for its great contributions to seaman hip and navigation. The Englishman proclaimed Australia's eastern coast for Great Britain, leading to the English colonization of the island. His other notable contributions included becoming the first captain to accurately calculate longitudinal position using a complex mathematical formula developed in the 1760 . His explorations to the Arctic and Antarctica ranked him as one of the greatest explorers of all time. The history behind the tall ship goes back nearly two centuries when Capt. James Cook and his crew set sail on a voyage that would test both seamanship and navigational ski lls. In 1768, this Royal avy lieutenant, after ob erving the transit of Venus across the sun at Otaheite (Tahiti) in the Pacific Ocean , sailed southwest to disprove or otherwi e claim the existence of a "Great outh Land" In 1770, Cook reached the islands of ew Zealand. He circumnavigated and completely charted the north and south islands proving that ew Zealand was not one island, but two. He headed west and ighted the east coast of the legendary continent (now called Australia) and sailed north along the coast before anchoring in what he named Botany Bay near where Sydney is today. Cook was not the first person nor even the first European to "di cover" Australia, but he was the first to accurately chart a substantial part of the coastline and to fix the continent in relation to known waters. His explorations have also been given significance becau e they were followed up within a few years by a British expedition to "settle" the new continent. For these reasons, Cook is considered a major figure in the history of Australia and ew Zealand and while the storie of his explorations are still popular, he also claims an intimate association with the United States and Canada. It was in Canada that Cook's reputation for navigation and charting was developed . On board the HMS Pembroke, he helped defeat the French at Quebec and stayed on to chart the waters of ewfoundland. His precise charts impressed the Admiralty and he was promoted to the rank of surveyor. For many years he returned to Canada to draw new charts which would be used by sailors for more than a century. His explorations of the eastern coast of Au tralia coincided with the War of Independence. The British had lost their repository for convicts and they looked elsewhere for a suitable place to establish a new convict seulement. They decided upon Botany Bay and established the first permanent seulement on Australian soil. Therefore, America's fight for freedom indirectly led to the birth of the Australian nation. Then called the H.M. Barh Endeavour, the three-masted collier bark, or coal carrier, named the Earl of Pembroke and the flatbouomed ship later was commissioned for scientific exploration. The replica was launched from Fremantle, western Australia in December, 1993. The original and replica are 110 feel long, have a 30-fool beam and weigh abo ut 550 tons. The main mast is 128 feet tall. The original was built of oak and the replica is made of Jarrah , a native west Australian hardwood , and Douglas Fir from Oregon. While the ship is equipped with a motor for emergencies or when there is no wind - a technological asset that was not available to her original captain - the Endeavour is powered by 10,500 square feet of sail to carry her through the waters. The original crew numbered nearly 90 and has been reduced by nearly half that number today. The space shuttle Endeavour was named for this ship. Endeavours launch in December, 1993, attracted more than 100,000 spectators. The vessel now attracts thou ands of visitors wherever she goes- a filling tribute to those who created her. ..9...~..~.. ~..~..!.. ~.....~....'.. ~..~ .P..~..~..C?. ..E... 38 0 N DEc K PROMOTIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND BUSINESS NOTES D avid A. Schaller been promoted to deputy executive director of the Georgia Ports Authority. As deputy executive director, cha ller will manage the Authority's property and contracts program, communications and external affairs, legislative affairs and economic and industrial development endeavors. challer brings 26 yea rs of experience in the maritime industry to his new position. He joined the Georgia Ports Authority in 1995 as director of public affairs and , in 1997, was appointed assistant deputy executive director. He came to avannah from Pensacola , Fl., where he served as director of the Port of Pensacola for l3 years. Prior to Pensacola, Schaller worked at the Port Everglades Authority in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. for 10 years in va rious operational and administrative management capacities. Scha ller holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the Un iversity of the State of ew York and was recently certified by the American Association of Port Authorities as a Professional Port Manager T~ "David has a wealth of experience in communications, marketing, contract administration and trade development disciplines," stated GPA Executive Director Dougj. Marchand. "His comprehensive experience in and knowledge of port management practices will continue to prove valuable to our organization as we maintain our focus on customer service, promotion and business development activities." P atricia S. Reese has been named manager of commu nications and external affa irs of the Georgia Ports Authority. In her new position, Reese will organize and direct such activities as public affair and community relations, port relations, corporate comm unications, media planning and advertising and special events coordination. She will also continue to serve as editor of the Georgia A11cflorAge. Reese brings 18 years of experience with the GPA to her new position. Prior to joining the Communications and External Affairs Department in 1991 as manager of port relations, she served as human resources manager. Reese has also held the positions of employment manager, assistant ship operations manager and administrative assi tant to the director of operations. Reese earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Armstrong State College (now Armstrong Atlantic State University) in Savannah. She is a member of the Propeller Club of Savannah and the West Chatham Exchange Club and is a graduate of Leadership Savannah. "Patricia brings a unique blend of experience and talent to her new assignment," said GPA Executive Director Dougj. Marchand. "Her solid foundation in various aspects of our diversified business will ensure the co ntinuatio n of strategic all iances between our orga nization , customers and the public at large. " A rthur Rondan has been appointed regional director for the Georgia Pons Authority. Rondan will represent the U.S. based Trade Development team in the region by directing the GPA's effort with teamship lines, importers and exporters serving orthern and Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, the United Kingdom , the Middle East and Africa via the ports of Georgia. Rondan brings 35 years of experience in the maritime industry to his new position. In 1984, he joined the Georgia Ports Authority as European director in the Trade Development office in Oslo, orway. As European director, he was responsible for all programs and project promoting trade development effort between Georgia's pons and his respective region . Prior to joining the GPA , Rondan worked for Barber Steamship Lines, Inc., as regional manager of the . . South Atlantic/Panama regions. He has al o erved as shipping manager for Barber Line Hong Kong Ltd ., and has held management po itions with Thoreson&: Company (Bangkok) Ltd . Rondan received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from 0 lo Commercial College. "This newly created position will provide a more co nsistent and coordinated approach in the marketing of GPA facili ties and ervices, " stated GPA Director of Trade Development Byro n X. Hock. "A rthur has a vast amount of experience in the shipping industry and will be able to continue his focus on our customers' needs a well a advance trade opportunities within his region. " :, -,.-,...~x~.. ,. ;~' ,, . i -. . . ... '~ ' SCHALLER . ' 4 REESE RON DAN .....~!. ~! .!....9 .....~.~. !.~ . ~.....!.~.!.~..... 39 WATSON Your precious cargo receives the finest care at Stevens Shipping and Terminal Company. Since 1 830 we have handled all of our clients cargo productively and efficiently. We pledge our exceptional service and traditional value to all of our clients everyday. 0 N DEc K PROMOTIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND BUSINESS NOTES Stacy B. Watson has been appointed manager, economic I industrial development for the Georgia Ports Authority: In his new position, Watson will plan, organize, coordinate and manage economic and industrial development activities for the Authority: Watson joined the Georgia Ports Authority in 1992 as ship operations trainee. During the next three years, he also served as assistant ship operations manager and assistant administrative manager in the Operations Division. In 1995, he was named marketing analyst in the Trade Development Division where he served until his current assignment. Watson earned an A.S. Degree in Business Administration from Middle Georgia College in Cochran, Georgia, and a B.B.A. Degree in Marketing from Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Georgia. He serves as secretary of the Propeller Club of Savannah and is a member of the Savannah Traffic Club. "The focused application of Stacy's knowledge and skills in operations and marketing will greatly enhance our economic and industrial development efforts in our port cities and throughout the state," said GPA Deputy Executive Director David A. Schaller. "With marketplace distribution requirements at the forefront of relocation considerations, Stacy will actively promote the efficiencies of our statewide water, road and rail infrastructure advantages to manufacturing and distribution concerns in the U.S. and around the world." Defender of Low Mileage. Used Containers for Project Shippers Take Advantage of On-Site Storage Choose Your Own Shipping Schedule Suitable for Overseas Shipments Flat Rack, Reefer, Open Tops, Gen Sets and Chassis For information on how LanPort can help you become more FLEXible and self contained, 40 en You Need the ght Connections When you need the right connections, you need the Port of Savannah. At the Port of Savannah, shippers and carriers can take advantage of the most superior intermodal connections in the South Atlantic range. Three miles of on-dock rail. Two Class I railroads. Immediate access to two major 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 ---_.-.#.J'-'- -------1.,1,1,1, Port of Savannah P.O. BOX2406 SAVANNAH , GEORGIA 31402 IULKRATE 3. POSTAGE PAID 'ermit#244 .vannah, GA AStevedo That Really Stacks Up. Cooper/T. Smith ijas 1ade a strong commitment to the co ner industty through equipmen~ engineering and service. With container perations on all three coasts, our se ces range from loading and discharge, ostuffing and stripping, to cleaning d repair. It's what our customers c I "strength through diversity." It' elped us at CooperIT. Smith beco e the best in the industry, no matter how you tack it. ~r/T.Smith SfEVEDORING The Port of Savannah equipment control data input clerk and equipment control dispatcher. Designed in cooperation with the entire maritime community, transACTION is also a dynamic real-time system, continually updated with current data, additional modules and enhancements to ensure the smooth flow of cargo. The Port of Savannah was one of the first ports in the U.S. South Atlantic range to successfully implement advanced "Radio Frequency Technology" (RF) to upgrade terminal operations and heighten customer service. The multifunctional computer terminals provide terminal crews with the ability to verify and record all operations in a real-time environment through direct RF access to the port's mainframe computer system. RF units can be found aboard container handling equipment, yard trucks and field operations vehicles. In addition to increased efficiency in terminal services, port users benefit through the elimination of redundant manual input efforts and timeconsuming input backlogs, greatly reducing the amount of daily paperwork and freeing personnel to concentrate on more productive work. The Garden City Terminal is dynamic-constantly expanding and evolving-to provide port users unmatched efficiencies and numerous opportunities for growth. And, the terminal is poised for even more development, all designed to provide improved services and the smoother, faster flow of cargo. Development of Containerport's eighth container berth (CB-8) is in the advanced planning stages. Construction of the 83 acre I 33.6 hectare facility, with 1,200 feet I 365.8 meters of berthing, is at a point where customers can directly influence the strategic elements of the terminal design, giving port users the opportunity to tailor the terminal to meet specific needs. Like Containerport's other seven container berths, CB-8 will be equipped with an ample supply of state-of-the-art container handling equipment and technology. A state-of-the-art on-terminal Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF) will soon be constructed as part of the Garden City Terminal to further improve intermodal rail operations. Spanning more than 140 acres I 56.7 hectares, the ICTF will include nearly four miles of total trackage for operations and storage. With direct rail connection and the capability to handle 8,000 feet I 2,438.4 meters unit trains, port customers can accrue substantial savings through the ICTF for cargo moving via two Class I rail providers beyond a radius of 250 miles I 402.3 kilometers. Savannah personnel are also in the process of facilitating the development of a "Cooperative Steamship Chassis Pool" to provide ocean carriers with flexibility and convenience, while also providing a quality inventory of roadworthy chassis. The pool will significantly reduce the time and costs of fleet operation, such as maintenance expenses, while improving truckers tumaround time. Ocean Terminal, the Port of Savannah's dedicated general cargo facility, featuring more than 200 acres I 81 hectares and offering 1.6 million square feet I 148,644.9 square meters of covered storage, also excels at expediting intermodal freight. With 10 general cargo berths measuring more than 5,900 feet I 1,798.3 meters and more than 80 acres I 32.4 hectares of open storage, Ocean Terminal offers shippers state-of-the-art facilities for handling a wide array of cargoes. Much of Ocean Terminal's annual cargo volume consists of Georgia export products, including kaolin clay, forest products and granite. Import cargoes range from iron and steel to cocoa beans. All commodities are handled in and out of Ocean Terminal safely and efficiently every day. Norfolk Southern Railroad provides switching services on-terminal while line haul services are provided by both CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern Railroad. To further strengthen a reputation for customer service and efficiency, Ocean Terminal is expanding to meet the growing needs of customers. Planned expansion includes the construction of a 150,000 square foot I 13,935.5 square meter transit shed and GEORGIA ANCHORAGE 8