September 13 - 17,
Kansas City, MO
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September 2003 • Volume 59, No. 5
Transportation and the Terrorist Threat
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Dr. Kent N. Gourdin Director, Global Logistics and Transportation Program College of Charleston
Thisyear'sForumtheme, "CurrentChallengesand Transformation, 11 iscertainly appropriategiventheeventsofthe pastyear.Defensetransportationhas certainlybeeninthenews.Thesuccessfuldeploymentoftroopsand materialtotheMiddleEastreceiveda greatdealofmediaattentionand showcasedthetremendoussurge capabilitiesofourairliftandsealift resources,bothorganicandcommercial.Ofcourse,thatinitialeffortwas onlythebeginning.Alloftheforces nowinplacemustberesuppliedwith everythingtheyneedtodotheir jobs,sotransportationcontinuesto beavitalpartofongoingmilitary effortsinIraq.Needlesstosay,there willundoubtedlybevaluablelessons learnedfromthismonumentaltransporteffortthatwillreshapedefense transportationprocessesandrelationshipsforyearstocome.Furthermore, theworldhasspuneveronwardand eventsunrelatedtoIraqhavecontinuedtounfold.ThedeterioratingsituationinLiberiahasdrawnUSattentionwhiletheongoingthreatposed byNorthKoreaifofgrowingconcem.IfandwhenaUSmilitarypresenceisdeemedappropriate,the DefenseTransportationSystem(DTS) willbecalleduponagaintomove peopleandequipmentwhereverthey areneeded,beitoneoftheseareas, orsomewhereelse.So,fromamilitarystandpoint,theForumiswell timedandaptlynamed.
Ourcivilianpartnersareundergoinggreatchangeaswell.Theairline industrycontinuestostrugglewitha travelmarketthatisimprovingmore slowlythenwasoriginallyanticipated. TheCivilReserveAirFleet(CRAP)was activatedthisyearforonlythesecond timeinitsalmostSO-yearhistory,and providedinvaluablesupporttoDOD effortsinIraq.ButtheCRAPisonlyas strongasthecarriersthatcompriseit. Iftheyarestrugglingfinanciallyor failing,thenationlosesavaluable sourceofstablecontingencyairlift FORUMISSUE
thatsimplycannotberapidly replaced.Similarly,theothermodes oftransportationarewrestlingwith economicissuesarisingfromaweakenedeconomy,competitivepressure, anddecreaseddemand.Whilethings appeartobeturningaroundsomewhat,theindustryisnotoutofthe woodsyet.Clearly,theciviliancomponentsoftheDTS,liketheirmilitary counterparts,arefacinggreatchange. Thus,theForumprovidesanexcellent venueforallmemberstodiscussthese challengesandformulateapproaches fordealingwiththemthatwillina DTSthatisstrongerandmoreagile thaneverbefore.
Ofcourse,thereisalightersideto theForumaswell.Therearenumeroussocialfunctionsplannedthat provideampleopportunitiesfornetworking,makingnewfriendsand catchingupwitholdones.Thescholarshipevents,inadditiontobeinga lotoffun,supporttheeducational missionofNDTAandaresimplynot tobemissed.Finally,KansasCityisa terrificlocation:greatshopping, wonderfulfood,andatransportation heritagethatgoesbacktotheearliest daysoftherailroadindustry.In short,theForumisatremendous experiencethatIeagerlylookforwardtoeachyear. DTJ
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Greetings! This has been a fast year for me. Greensboro is a distant memory and we are in America's Heartland-Kansas City-for our 57th Annual Forum and Exposition. A special thank you to all who have assisted me as I have settled into NDTA. With your advice, assistance and presence in Kansas City, we have started our journey together toward excellence. You will notice many changes in the Forum this year-from the opening ceremony, design of the professional program, expositions, and social events. Our goal is for the Forum to be a professionally rewarding experience. Let us know how we are doing . We are asking that you complete some survey forms to provide your ideas for future conferences and to help us continue to improve. Please take the time to complete the Forum survey and the surveys pertaining to the professional development sessions you attend. If you are an Exhibitor, your survey will be distributed to you in the Exhibit Hall. Once you return home, continue to provide your thoughts and ideas to me by e-mail at ken@ndtahq.com. As I reflect back over the last 12 months, I want to share with you some of our accomplishments:
• Published a Strategic Plan. This document is available in "hard copy" and posted on the website. It provides the general direction for our Association.
• Prepared a Business Plan. This document is intended for internal use. It provides the business strategy for our Association and specific actions required to support and sustain our Association. We have developed metrics for tracking revenues, expenses, investments, membership and the Foundation.
• Upgraded Automation Systems. We have contracted for the conversion of our database to Microsoft Access. It will be a more flexible, capable, user-friendly program. We are installing event manager software and making other changes to improve efficiencies and provide better support. Finally, the website is being upgraded to provide online event registration capability (did you register
online for Kansas City?), online booth registration and an interactive floor plan to help exhibitors choose their preferred location, online membership renewals, and more. Visit us at www.ndtahq.com and provide your feedback to susan@ndtahq.com
• Launched National Transportation Week Conference and Exposition. In partnership with the US Department of Transportation (DOT), NDTA arranged and managed the First Annual National Transportation Week Conference and Exposition. It was a great success and we are already planning for 2004. Tell us how we may create better value for you during the 2004 National Transportation Week, May 16-22, 2004 Thanks to all of our program participants, exhibitors, founding benefactors and staff. Your outstanding support ensured our success.
The focus for 2004 will be to implement the Strategic Plan and Business Plan while continuing our march toward excellence! To achieve excellence we need your continued support and active participation in NDTA. You may help by:
• Providing candid objective feedback and suggestions about our programs, events and activities.
• Attending and participating in events, (e.g., Chapter Activities, Annual Forum, National Transportation Week, Committees), accepting leadership roles in the Association, speaking, sponsoring activities, and promoting NDTA.
• Writing articles for publication in the Defense Transportation Journal.
• Advertising in the Defense Transportation Journal.
• Exhibiting and marketing at our events.
• Helping retain members and recruiting additional members to expand our Association
• Supporting the NDTA Foundation.
To all of our members, thank you for the great support to our Nation. Thank you for your confidence in the Association and the daily contributions each of you make to ensure our success. Enjoy the Kansas City experience! DTJ
by Clinton H. Whitehurst, Jr. Emeritus Professor of Management and Economics and Senior Fellow, Strom Thurmond Institute
Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina
It has been often noted that aside from the printing press) transportation inventions and innovations have contributed more to the betterment of mankind than inventions and innovations in all other fields of endeavor. If the above is even partially granted then it would seem logical) from a terrorist point of view) that a nation 1 s transportation infrastructure and capabilities would be likely targets. But are all transportation assets high on a terrorisf s list of targets? Or just some?
Before addressing that question it must also be noted that America's transportation systems are assets of immense value in our war against terrorism in that resources , including personnel, can quickly move from one location to another depending upon immediate requirements. The value of this mobility cannot be overstated and is certainly appreciated by terrorist organizations.
There are, however, other terrorist targets besides transportation assets which raises the question of how to prioritize likely targets while recognizing that our assumptions about targets are not necessarily those of a terrorist.
Target options in terms of numbers, e.g., nuclear power plants, are multiple targets but still limited in number while airplanes are almost infinite. In terms of security, nuclear power plants as well as airplanes flying at 36,000 feet would be difficult to successfully attack, while a moving highway vehicle such as a Greyhound bus could be expected to have only routine security.
In terms of geographic area impact, from a terrorist viewpoint, the larger the better. Thus, a successful attack on a nuclear plant, assuming a radiation spread such as was the case at Chernobyl, would have a regional if not national impact while a successful chemical attack on a small town's local water supply would have only a local geographic impact. 1
Damage to the target and national economy would also be a consideration with respect to a terrorist's list of possible targets. Bringing down a large passenger plane might seem local in geographic impact and the economic loss relatively small, but the financial impact on the airline industry would be profound.
One has only to examine the financial status of many American airlines before and after 9-11, admitting that many of the country's carriers prior to 9-11 were in financial difficulty. By the same reasoning, a successful attack on the New York Stock Exchange would have consequences far greater than the damage to the building itself. There are many similar cases where damage to a target might be relatively small but the political/psychological impact quite large.
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Casualties would rank high in target selection. The successful attack on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, with casualties in the thousands, caused a national trauma, the effects of which will continue for years. The same could be said about the 1995 attack on the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. 2 On the other hand, casualties from derailing a freight or passenger train would be relatively small.
The political and psychological impact of a successful terrorist attack is perhaps the most important of all considerations. Terrorists could claim a major victory should Americans lose faith in their government's ability to protect them. The political/psychological impact of a successful attack on a hard target such as the Pentagon, the Statute of Liberty, the White House or the nation's Capitol would be psychologically devastating.
Within target categories, however, the psychological impact can be markedly different. A successful attack on a major airport, here considered a hard target, would be much greater than an attack on a rail, ocean or water terminal precisely because multi-millions of dollars have been spent to secure major airports.
In the end our view of what is a likely terrorist target cannot be taken to be the same as those of the terrorist. Over time their objectives can be expected to change depending upon circumstances, which in turn will change their choice of targets; changes which cannot be accurately forecasted. And since we cannot provide maximum security for every possible target, we have no choice but to identify and prioritize targets and allocate resources accordingly. This, however, presents a difficult problem for those charged with homeland security.
While we can make changes at the margin depending upon intelligence, we cannot constantly shift major resources from one possible target to another. Thus, if we consider nuclear power stations likely targets, resources allocated to their security will not change appreciably over time. On the other hand, a terrorist has the advantage of flexibility in target selection as well as flexibility in allocating the necessary resources to attack the target .
Transportation targets are almost infinite in number ranging from the highly visible 74 7 aircraft to the tens of thousands of private and business aircraft; from large containerships to
The political and psychological impact of a successful terrorist attack is perhaps the most important of all considerations. Terrorists could claim a major victory should Americans lose faith in their governmenf s ability to protect them. The political/psychological impact of a successful attack on a hard target such as the Pentagon! the Statute of Liberty, the White House or the nation 1s Capitol would be psychologically devastating.
inland waterway barges; and from 18 wheel tractor-trailers to a FedEx delivery vehicle. The above are examples of the "vehicle component" of a transport system. 3 The "path component" includes highways, bridges, tunnels, air control systems, airports, railroad beds, and air, rail, highway, inland waterways, pipelines, and ocean terminals. And while the number of targets is almost uncountable, no single one can be absolutely ruled out. But at the same time, while overwhelming numbers make it impossible to protect all possible targets, the multiplicity of targets also presents the terrorist with a dilemma. While derailing a train, hijacking a bus or business aircraft, destroying a highway inter-change or local airport, detonating a bomb in a container yard or section of pipeline might not be difficult, attacks on soft targets would be an indication of terrorist weakness, not strength.
This section examines selected
transportation targets in terms of number of possible targets, geographic area impact, damage to the economy, casualties, and political/psychological impact. It then evaluates the pros and cons of attacking a particular target from the terrorist point of view. The weapons used are assumed to be those most effective against a chosen target and, from a defensive viewpoint, assumed to be reasonably predictable. Individual surface carriers. Tractortrailers, buses, trains, ships, barges, and pipelines are considered to be soft targets. But as noted above, an attack on a Greyhound bus could be interpreted as weakness on the part of the terrorist. This perception, however, could be partially overcome by simultaneous or near simultaneous attacks on multiple soft targets, e.g., ten Greyhound buses, half a dozen train derailments, attacks on subways in several large cities, attacks on two or three merchant ships, and so on. Such attacks, however, would require a high degree of coordination among terrorist cells that, by design, operate independently.
The best defense against terrorist attacks on transport and nontransport targets is pre-emptive intelligence and extraordinary cooperation between the private sector) local J state) and federal government More effort and money must be spent on intelligence while abandoning "Maginot LineJJ thinking) i.e. J trying to make every likely terrorist target in the United States impregnable.
Concluded is that coordinated attacks against multiple surface carriers is, at present, unlikely. In this respect, geographic impact would be local, damage relatively light, casualties minimal to moderate, and political/psychological impact moderate when compared to other targets. Also, the necessary communications between cells to coordinate an attack would markedly increase the probability of detection and failure.
Surface terminals, excluding airports. Compared to other highly visible targets such as nuclear plants and high profile government installations, surface terminals are relatively unprotected although
efforts are on-going to improve security. The geographic impact of a successful attack against an ocean shipping terminal, for example, would be local, damage to the target and economy would be relatively light, i.e., unlike airline passengers, importers and exporters would be unlikely to decrease their use of ships in international trade. Casualties would be minimal and the political/psychological impact moderate.
Large civilian passenger planes and major airports. Of all possible terrorist targets, more funds have been spent on security for these transportation assets than for all others, including
non-transport targets. These assets are considered hard targets. In this context, a successful attack on a loaded, large passenger airliner would more than meet terrorist goals of damage to the economy, have a national geographic impact, as well as cause major political/psychological consequences.
A successful attack on a major airport would have only slightly less political/psychological impact as a successful attack on a plane, but would still be considered a major success if only because so much has been spent on airport security.
It has been almost two years since the 9-11 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, yet no terrorist attacks have occurred since within the United States. However, intelligence sources, homeland security officials and national leaders warn it is only a matter of time and that when it occurs it will be against a target that will have a national impact. In this context, an attack against a large, loaded passenger aircraft is considered to be a high priority terrorist target. Even more likely are multiple
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Andrew Fogarty Chairman of the Board, NDTA
Welcome to the 5 7th Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition. I assumed the role as Chairman of the Board of NDT A in July, and would like to once again thank Jeff Crowe, my predecessor, for his tireless commitment over the past decade to the progress and initiatives of the Association. Jeff is now Chairman of the US Chamber of Commerce, but we are delighted that he will continue to support NDTA as a member of our board. Under Jeff's leadership, last year's Forum was superb and this year we expect to have an even better experience.
As you will see, the structure of the Forum's professional program is new and different. Our Forum planning committee worked very hard to put together a challenging and professionally rewarding program. The headquarters office conducted a survey in the Defense Transportation Journal and tried to implement many of the suggestions received. As members and attendees, we ask that you attend all sessions, participate and give feedback. The benefit we obtain from the conference will be directly related to what we put into it.
Transportation is indeed "the life blood" of the American economy, and today's transportation issues deserve extensive discussion. This year's theme "Current Challenges and Transformation" is a timely topic reinforced by the headlines we read daily. Since the events of September 11th both the public and private transportation sectors have faced unprecedented
challenges. The Forum track sessions and roundtables will focus our attention and efforts on understanding these challenges and the demands we face to transform our organizations, secure our homeland and improve our global transportation systems.
I am honored to welcome our keynote speakers, roundtable leaders, track leaders, participants and the NDTA membership to this year's Forum. Let me extend our special thanks to Mr. William Zollars, Chairman, President and CEO of Yellow Corporation for accepting our invitation to be the keynote speaker at the Forum Opening Ceremony. Thanks as well to Admiral James Loy, USCG (Ret.), Administrator, TSA and General John Handy, USAF, Commander, USTRANSCOM, for joining us this year to speak on Security and Transformation. We will also have the opportunity to hear from LtGen Gary Hughey, Deputy Commander, USTRANSCOM, who will speak at the Military Awards Luncheon, and the Honorable Diane K. Morales, DUSD (L&MR), who will speak at the Recognition Breakfast.
Finally, I want to express our sincere appreciation to our corporate members for their continuing support in sponsoring various Forum events, and to our exhibitors, who continue to exceed expectations each year. To all our industry attendees and government participants, let us know how we may add value for you. Thanks in advance to the headquarters staff of NDTA and the dedicated group of volunteers who work diligently to make the Forum a success each year. I look forward to seeing you during this exciting event.
Andrew Fogarty, Chairman of the Board
Mr. Gregory A. Reid
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Yello w Corporation
Welcome to Kansas City!
It is an honor to cochair the 5 7th Annual NDTA Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition. This should be an exciting Forum. The Yellow Corporation is proud to sponsor the "Welcome to Kansas City" Reception at Historic Union Station on Sunday, September 14th. If you have not already purchased your ticket for this NDTA scholarship event, stop by Registration and get one. We promise it will be a fun evening and give you the opportunity to taste the finest barbeque Kansas City has to offer.
We encourage you to enjoy your stay in Kansas City. Kansas city has many exciting attractions, including great food and music. It is home to several historic sites, such as the Harry S. Truman Home and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum to name a few.
The theme of this year's forum is "Current Challenges and Transformation " As a result of the state of the world and an ever constant threat of terrorism, we as industry leaders and professionals have plenty of current challenges, but at the same time we must transform our organizations to meet future challenges to Defense Transportation.
The Forum Professional Program has been re-designed in an effort to enhance professional dialogue The critical importance of training and education for the transportation industry , especially
MG Robert T. Dail, USA Dire ctor of Operations (TCJ3) U S Tran sportation Command
in strengthening the safety and enhancing the security of the Am e rican people, continues to be an important theme for the NDTA. At this Forum, we will look at Distribution, Security, Current Military Operations, Trav e l Services and Advanced Planning for Industry.
Since we are introducing a new format this year, we will have an evaluation for you to complete after each track session. We ask that you provide your feedback so we can continue to improve the qualit y of our program. For every completed evaluation form you turn in , we will give you an additional ticket for the Grand Pri ze Drawing to be held before the close of the Forum.
Along with our professional program, there are a number of special events planned for your enjoy m ent. Again, please sign up for the Sunday night scholarship event at Union Station. For those who arrive on Saturday evening, we have arranged transportation to the 18th and Vine St district for you to experienc e the jazz scene along with transport a ti on to the Ameristar Casino boat. Our guests and spous es will have an opportunity to visit th e Country Club Plaza , an exquisite shopping area and place of art, noted for its beautiful statues and fountains. Please visit the exhibit hall and see the best in th e transportation industry. We look forward to meeting you all during the Forum and hop e that this Forum will be the on e of th e best ever.
Forum Co-Chairs
Mr. Gregory A. Reid and MG Robert T. Dail, USA
LTG Ken Wykle, USA (Ret.)
COL Denny Edwards, USA (Ret.) Vice President. Marketing Exhibits Manager
COL Mark Victorson, USA (Ret.) Vice President, Membership
Nancy Alexander Vice President Finance
Leah Ashe Director Technology/ Database
Susan Leigh Director of Public Relations
Mary Konjevoda Marketing Assistant
Angie Payne Secretary to the President
Peg gy Bluff
Rose Phillips
Debbie Bretches Joe Rampino
June Campbell Mary Ramsey
Terri Dalton Marie Rohrbaugh
MSgt Patsy DeMichele LtCol Stephen Rohrbaugh
Kar en Edwards
Carolyn Salmans
Li sa Fa sc hing We sley "Shorty" Salm ans
Anne Grabowski Scott Stewart
Norbert Grabowski
Ken Ma ssey
Cindy Thurgood
Craig Thurgood
SFC Sharon Mullens Mary Wykle
Lynn Nelson
Brian O'Donnell
Don Perkins
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
1:00pm-3:00pm
1:O0pm-5:00pm
3:00pm-5:00pm
7:00pm-12:00am
Chapter Workshop
Registration CORP Meeting
Optional Events
• Ameristar Casino
Casino Shuttle 7:00pm-l l:30pm (Transportation provided to Casino Boat)
• Jazz at the 18th & Vine Historic District Jazz Clubs Shuttle 7:00pm-l l:59pm (Houcly shuctle-lasc pickups at 11 :30pm, 11 :45 pm & 12am)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
8:00am-5:00pm 7:30am
8:00am-3:00prn
12:00pm
3:00pm
6:00pm-1 0:00pm
Registration Depart Hotel for Golf Tournament GolfTournament
Optional Events
• Truman Llbrary (12:00pm-4:00pm)
• Nelson Art Gallery (12:00pm-2:30pm)
• Arabia Steamboat Musewn (1 :00pm-3:30pm)
GolfTournament Ends- Return co Hotel Scholarship Event at Union Station
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
7:00am-8:00am
7:00am-5:00pm
8:30am-10:00am
10:15am-l l:30am
10:30arn-3:30pm 11 :30am- l :30pm
A-35 Breakfast
Registration Opening Ceremony
CORPORATE TRANSFORMATION
Keynote Speaker - Mr. William Zollacs, Yellow Corporation Round Table (Transformation) GuescTouc
Military UnicAwacds Luncheon
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Noon-4:00pm Exhibit Sec-up (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
8:00am-4:00pm Exhibit Sec-up
5:00pm-6:00pm
6:00pm-8:30pm (Crown Center Exhibit Hall) Set-up must be done by 4pm
Exhibitor's Appreciation Reception (Empire Ballroom)
President's Reception/Official Opening ofExhibics (Exhibit Period I) (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)
2:00pm-5:00pm
5 :00pm-6:00pm
6:00pm-8:30pm
8:30pm-12:00arn
NDTA Forum Professional Development Tracks I-V
Exhibitors, Sponsors and Chairman's Circle Reception
President's Reception and Grand Opening of Exhibits (Period I) Networking Evening (list of restaurants provided on-site)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
7:00am-5:00pm
7:30am-8:30am
9:00arn-9:45am
1O:00arn-11 :30am
11 :30am-2:00pm
2:00pm-5:00pm
5:00pm-5:45pm
6:30pm-7:00pm
7:00pm-10:00pm 10:00pm-12:00am
Registration Recognition Break.fuse
Keynote Speaker - Ms. Diane K. Morales, DUSO (L&MR), DoD SECURITY
Keynote Speaker -ADM James M. Loy, USCG (Rec.), TSA
Round Table (Security)
Exhibits Revisited (Period II)
NDTA Forum Professional Development Tracks 1-V
A-35/CorTrans Logistics Duck Drop Annual Forum Reception
Chairman's Awards Dinner
SatoT ravel/Dollac Rene A Cac Hospitality
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
7:00am-1 0:0Oam
7:30am-9:30am 9:45am-10:15am
10:30am-l l:30am
11 :45am-2:00pm
2:00pm-3:00pm
Registration Annual Board Meeting and Break.fuse Bae MILITARY TRANSFORMATION
Keynote Speaker - Gen John Handy, USAF, Cmdr, USTRANSCOM, AMC Professional Development, Motivational Speaker, Mark Sanborn Internacional Awards Luncheon
Exhibitor's Grand Prize Drawing and Official Close of Forum
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
l l:30am-2:00pm
2:30pm-5:30pm
Exhibits Revisited/Buffet Luncheon (Exhibit Period II) (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)
Exhibit Tear-down
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
2:00pm-3:00pm Exhibitor's Grand Prize Drawing (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)
ATTENTION: Dress for all attendees in the audience and all exhibitors at activities listed on the Daily Events Schedule is business casual, i.e. coat and slacks, NO ties EXCEPT for the Chairman's Award Dinner, which is black -tie preferred. Awardees, panelists, speakers and others "on stage" should wear coat and tie or uniform as prescribed by individual services.
Monday, 15 September 2003, 2-3:15 p.m.
Moderator: Mr. Alan Estevez, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Supply Chain Integration), Office of the Secretary of Defense
To win the global war on terror, the armed forces must be more flexible, agile, and responsive. Our end-to-end supply chain must be transformed to support this war. Learn what is doing and provide your ideas.
Moderator: GEN William Tuttle, USA (Ret), former Commander, U.S. Army Materiel Command and Past President, Logistics Management Institute
Public sector acquisition has undergone a facelift. This group of experts will explore the changes and why they are overdue, how they contribute to longer term, performance based relationships, and what the potential impacts are on your business, and what may be in the offering for future changes.
Moderator: Mr. Denny Clifford, Director, Military and Government Sales, Northwest Airlines, Inc.
Come and join a few of your airline industry representatives for a briefing on the status of how some of our major carriers are meeting the challenges of post 9/11 and their plans to meet their goals for the future. Specific subjects will include an update on the economic status and future challenges of the airline industry, e-travel initiatives, CRAF as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, and the GSA city pair contract in today's environment. Come and share your experiences and ideas on what you would like to see as future enhancements to the airline's government programs.
Moderator: Rob Fitzgerald, Executive Director, Defense Programs, Northrop Grumman Information Technology
The nation's vast inter-modal transportation systems are marvels of innovation and productivity, but efficient functioning and interconnectedness within and across systems also means that infrastructures are vulnerable. During 2002, the Federal Government began to organize to meet the increased requirements of global inter-modal transportation security. The Panel members will address strategic security issues addressing the question of: "How will national and local or regional governments, the Department of Defense and industry establish global and regional security policies and standards, the supporting technical collaborative infrastructure, and address the associated resourcing issues for critical initiatives?"
Moderator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM
Airlift, sealift, and surface personnel will relate first-hand experiences in the war effort, including ground-breaking C17 combat actions.
Monday, 15 September 2003, 3:45-5 p.m.
Moderator Ann Grakin, Founding Partner, ChainLink Research
Commercial best practice and techniques have emerged as important forces in supply chain transformation at the Just what can we learn from the commercial sector, and just as importantly, what issues exist in the adoption of commercial approaches?
Moderator: Mr. Earl Boyanton, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Transportation Policy
Moving information has become as critical as moving people and supplies. This session will be a discussion of IT initiatives that support global distribution and enhance security through visibility and common operating pictures.
Facilitator: Mr. Rich Fabbre, Program Manager, Defense Travel System, TRW Systems and Information Technology, Inc.
The new release of the Defense Travel System (DTS) leveraged internet technology to bring Travelers significant improvements and streamlined processes for the entire temporary duty travel experience. Web portal access provides the opportunity to make travel arrangements, prepare and submit authorizations and vouchers electronically and get fast, accurate EFT payments. Join DTS Program Office, airline, car rental and hotel industry representatives for an "Inside and Outside" view of the new DTS and learn what the experts are saying about it
Facilitator: Irv Varkonyi, Professor, George Mason University
Discuss and see what is possible and what is happening today. Includes a real-time demonstration of DoD's IRISthe current ultimate in in-transit visibility and a presentation of US Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and more.
Facilitator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM
We will discuss the significant contributions our commercial partners made to the overall war effort, the strength of various programs (CRAF, VISA, MSP) that provided the vital links between and industry, and adaptations that were implemented in these links during the course of this latest contingency.
Tuesday, 16 September 2003, 2-3:15 p.m.
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Moderator: Brad Berkson, Special Assistant to the Acting Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics)
How does a 3PL or 4PL deliver advantage? When are outsourced solutions appropriate, and just as importantly, when are outsourced solutions inappropriate?
Moderator: Becky Rhodes, Deputy Associate Administrator, Transportation and Personal Property Policy, GSA
GSA, USPS and State Department will combine to present a comprehensive picture of their priorities and initiatives.
Facilitator: Mr. Timothy Burke, Director, Travel Management Policy, Managing Partner, E-travel Initiative, Office of Government Policy, US General Services Administration
Overview of the GSA e-TS travel program and how GSA has reached their goals in having developed a government-wide, Web-based, end-to-end travel management program. Receive an update firsthand on implementation schedules and timelines, as well as what regulatory actions have been completed. Come and share your questions with the GSA team!
Facilitator: Rich Biter, Deputy Director, Office of lntermodalism, DoT
Join our engaging discussion of current security practices by air, sea and land. Find out what's in the regulatory pipeline and discuss the impact on your business I
Facilitator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM
USTRANSCOM will open discussion with the military perspective on supporting the war fighter in OPERATION IRAOI FREEDOM. Then industry representatives will present their view in supporting the war fighter. The presentations will address the impact of this support on both DoD and industry.
Tuesday, 16 September 2003, 3:45-5 p.m.
1. TECHNOLOGY: THE SUPPLY CHAIN ENABLER
Moderator: TBD
DoD Logistics exists to support the Warfighter's need for
material and information - what, when, and where the Warfighter needs it. More than just systems "integration," DoD transformation aims to deliver seamless logistics information interoperability and connectivity across all components and suppliers to deliver fused information to the warfighter.
Moderator: Mr. Bill Lucas, Deputy to the Commander, MTMC
This panel will address and discuss emerging changes and potential business opportunities in the airlift, sea lift and surface distribution side of defense.
Facilitator: Ms. Phyllis Reagan, Vice President, Sato Travel, A Navigant International Company
Come and hear from some of the most prominent Travel Managers in the Military and Government Travel communities. You will hear about their organization's unique requirements, the challenges of meeting their customer service expectations and what they are looking for in the future!
Moderator: Mr. Stuart Ferency, Executive Director, Office of Radiological Pilot Programs, TSA
An interactive discussion on how the member agencies will be working together for the security of all modes of transportation in the United States. The OHS team will discuss their effort to continue to improve security in the US.
Facilitator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM
Knowledge Sharingl Participants will see USTRANSCOM's new web-based system, innovations in DoD tracking systems, and approaches to sharing timely, actionable information between Defense and Industry.
Sunday, September 14
8:00am-3:00pm
Adams Pointe Golf Club
A world-class facility set in the rolling hills of Blue Springs, MO. It is one of the best public golf courses in the Kansas City area. Nature is the backdrop here with protected wetland areas, stone lined ponds, native prairie grass roughs, immaculate bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways. The challenging front nine is skillfully carved out of the forest and wetland areas with a creek running through all nine holes. The scenic back nine features championship links-style golf with dramatic changes in elevation and ponds that come into play on five holes.
Adams Pointe also preserves the highest level of playability with four sets of tees ranging from 5,060 yards to 6,938 yards. Golf package includes lunch, transportation, green fees, personalized golf cart, bag tags, Adams Pointe golf balls and shopping credit towards pro shop. Players should wear traditional golf attire.
Sunday, September 14
6:00pm-1 O:OOpm
Welcome to Historic Kansas City Union Station
Join us for a fabulous evening at the historic Kansas City Union Station. Feast on an ultimate barbeque experience from one of the city's top restaurants. After dinner, tour the Union Station Complex and discover Science City along with various exhibits. Dress casual for an evening of fun and exploration. Union Station was originally built to be the grand entrance to Kansas City and gateway to the west. Kansas City maintains its position as the second busiest railroading center
in America with up to 180 trains passing by Union Station each day. Proceeds benefit the NDTA Scholarship Fund.
Monday, September 15 10:30am-3:30pm
The Best of Everything, The Plaza, Kansas City
Guests will experience Kansas City's most charming shopping, dining and entertainment district. The Plaza is a wonderful outdoor museum of romantic Spanish architecture and European art where people actually live and work every day amid its beauty. Guests will have two hours to explore the plaza and then will be transported to the Webster House for a gourmet lunch. On the way to the Webster House, the guests will tour Ward Parkway, one of Kansas City's most beautiful boulevards, and view exquisite homes and estates. The Webster House is a hundredyear old structure that was once a schoolhouse and today is beautifully renovated to house a shop of antiques and gifts and fine dining.
Tuesday, September 16
10:30am-11:30am
Mark Sanborn
Mark Sanborn is known internationally as a "high content speaker who motivates."
He presents 90100 programs every year on leadership, team building, customer service and mastering change. In addition to speaking, consulting, and training, Mark is president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc., an idea lab dedicated to developing leaders in business and in life.
Adopt your Ducks for the Annual A-35/CorTrans "Duck Drop." The drop will be held at 5 pm, Tuesday, September 16, immediately following the professional sessions. Proceeds benefit the NDTA Scholarship Fund. Any A-35 or CorT rans Representative in Kansas City can provide you with ducks and details before the drop.
Grand Prize: One week Caribbean Vacation, at a SuperC!ubs Resort, including two free roundtrip, coach airline tickets.
1st Prize : Two free, roundtrip, coach class airline tickets to Europe.
2nd Prize: One weekend in a Holiday inn of your choice in the continental US
3rd Prize : One weekend rental of a full-size car
4th Prize : Two-night stay in a Candfewood Suites hotel of your choice in the continental US
A-35 Committee
AAR Mobility Systems
ABF Freight System
ACCOR Business & Leisure Hotels
Acme Truck Lines
Advantage Rent-A-Car
AIRGO Industries
AirNet Systems, Inc.
Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental
American Auto Logistics & American Roll-on Roll-Off Carrier
American President Lines, Ltd.
American Trans Airlines, Inc.
Anteon Corporation
Associated Global Systems
BAX Global
Baymont Inns & Suites/Woodfield Suites
Best Western International
B.F. Saul Company
BLG Automobile Logistics (Port of Bremerhaven)
BTL Solutions, Inc.
C2 Freight Resources, Inc.
Calhoon MEBA Engineering School
Candlewood Hotel Company
Capital Hospitality Group (Hawthorne Suites-Alexandria)
Carlson Hotels Worldwide
CW Government Travel, Inc.
Cartwright International
Cendant Car Rental Group (Avis & Budget)
Cendant Corporation
Charleston Marine Containers, Inc.
Choice Hotels International
Clarion Hotel-Town Center
Computer Sciences Corporation
Cornerstone Systems, Inc.
CorTrans Logistics, LLC
CRST
OHL Danzas Air & Ocean
DLA/DOC
EGL Eagle Global Logistics, LP
European Region-NDTA
Evergreen International Airlines
EXEL
FedEx
FedEx Custom Critical
Fox Rent A Car
General Services Administration
Greater Milwaukee C&VB
Hertz
Holiday Inn on The Hill
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Hyatt Regency Hotels-Dallas, Atlanta, Miami
i2 Technologies
Innovative Logistics Techniques, Inc.
Intercontinental Hotels Group
Interstate Worldwide Relocation
IOMMP
Joint Project Management Office-Transp. Info. Systems
La Quinta Inns
LabelMaster Software
Landstar Systems
LINPAC Materials Handling
LoneStar Transportation Co., Inc.
Maersk, Inc.
Manugistics
Maritime Administration
Mayflower Transit
Menlo Worldwide
Mercer Transportation Company
Military Sea lift Command
Military Sea lift Command-Operation Iraqi Freedom
Military Times
Military Traffic Management Command
Modern Technologies Corporation
National Air Cargo Inc.
Northrop Grumman
National Transportation Week-DOT
OAG
Oakwood Worldwide
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
Overnite
P&O Nedlloyd
Panther 11 Transportation
Pilot Air Freight
Precision Software
Prime Hospitality
Roadway Express, Inc.
R&R Trucking
Sabre Travel Network
San Diego C&VB
Sato Travel
Savi Technology
Sea Containers
Sealed Air Corporation
SuperClubs
Team Worldwide
Tri-State Expedited Services, Inc.
TSMT
TTX
U.S. Transportation Command
United Seamen's Service Club
United Van Lines
UPS
US Bank PowerTrack
USMMA
USO World Headquarters
UTXL Inc.
Virginian Suites
Yellow Corporation
As of 25 August, 2003*
Savi Technology is recognized for its leadership in providing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and software to significantly improve end-to-end-supply chain management and visibility of military supply shipments within the Department of Defense and for improving the security of ocean cargo containers being shipped into the United States. After Desert Shield/Desert Storm, two technologies were cited as major contributors to success-precision weapons and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
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Savi Technology has demonstrably advanced the art and science of defense transportation by providing DOD the technology to move away from brute force logistics (large stockpiles of materiel) in the operational theater and toward the precise delivery of materiel to the required location at the right time. This reduces the "logistics footprint" in the theater of operations and improves operational efficiency. Using Savi's technology, along with other technology providers, DOD has installed a worldwide infrastructure network, called Total Asset Visibility (TAV), for real-time tracking of materiel moving through the complex supply chain from origin to destination. The TA V network consists of 7SO nodes distributed across more than 40 countries supporting 6,000+ users DOD-wide. Before the start of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), the Commander, US Central Command, released a message stating US Central Command had reviewed many different technologies used for achieving visibility of materiel entering the Theater of Operations. The technology that performed the best was RFID. He directed that RFID technology be used for all materiel coming into the AOR. As a result of its work with DOD, and as demonstrated in OIF, Savi Technology is positioned to provide all of the Department of Defense and industry with the capability to manage their global end-toend supply chain with precision-
guided logistics technology. RFID may be the technology cited as a major contributor to the success of OIF.
In the late Fall of 2001, after the events of 9/11, Savi Technology recognized the need to improve the security of sea containers entering the United States. With the help of Savi Technology, the Strategic Council on Security Technology was formed to review global supply chain security problems and take actions to reduce vulnerabilities. The outcome of this review was the Smart and Secure Tradelanes (SST) initiative. Savi took a leadership position to bring together the various SST partners who work in close coordination with government agencies to set up automated tracking infrastructure in many of the world's major ocean trade lanes. Today, RFID infrastructure and software have been installed in about 15 major seaports, creating a global security network for containers secured with RFID-enabled smart seals. Further, SST now includes more than 65 partners-including international manufacturers and retailers, freight forwarders, logistics service providers, carriers, port operators, technology companies, and othersto improve both the security and efficiency of transporting ocean cargo containers, which account for 90 percent of world trade. By year's end, the SST network will include operational terminals at ports in Asia, the United States, Latin America, and Europe.
Savi Technology is transforming the end-to-end supply chainchanging the way it is operated, managed and secured. RFID technology and supporting software enable all participants in the supply chain to know in real-time the precise location and status of their shipment. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Savi is breaking the logistics paradigm, providing innovative solutions to its broad base of customers-Government and commercial-and contributing to improved National Security.
Vice Admiral Gordon S. Holder, USN USN Director for Logistics. J-4
The Joint Staff
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1971 CAPT Jack M. Park, SC, USN
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Vice Admiral Gordon S. Holder, Director for Logistics for the Joint Staff at the Pentagon, since August 2001, is a most worthy recipient of the National Defense Transportation Association Department of Defense Distinguished Service Award. His untiring efforts to maximize the logistics capabilities of the unified and specified commands have resulted in the transformation of strategic mobility that has benefited all Services, Combatant Commanders and industry alike. He has clearly demonstrated outstanding leadership and highly innovative managerial skills in shaping the future of the defense transportation system.
As the principal advisor to the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, for joint and combined logistics, and mobility matters, Vice Admiral Holder influenced policies, requirements, programs, and joint studies focused on emerging strategic lift capabilities. He also provided timely guidance to the Combatant Commander's, Military Services, and Combat Support Defense Agencies for the preparation of their respective logistic and mobility studies.
During Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, Vice Admiral Holder drove the logistics decision making process at the highest levels of the Department of Defense on how best to allocate strategic lift resources to shape and facilitate support to the Global War on Terrorism. Through the interagency process, he orchestrated the complicated movement of the 4th Infantry Division from its staging area in the Mediterranean Sea to its final destination in Iraq. He directed the Joint Logistics Operation Center OLOC) to execute the world-
wide logistic aspects of current operations. From 11 September 2001 to mid February 2003, JLOC monitored the accomplishment of over 13,000 air missions, transporting 406,000 personnel and 425,000 tons of cargo. The JLOC tracked and reported on 31 Ready Reserve Fleet ships (all dedicated to moving the 4th Infantry Division) and over 50 other US-Flag and Foreign-Flag vessels. This meant a total of 165 MSC ships, with a cargo carrying capacity of 14 million square feet dedicated to supporting Iraqi Freedom. These 165 ships represented 77 percent of the total of 214 MSC ships. This armada moved in excess of 15 million square feet of cargo in 60 days compared to Desert Shield/Storm that took more than six months to move 33 million square feet of cargo. The results were closing a Desert Storm-equivalent sized force in two-thirds the time and into fewer ports. Vice Admiral Holder's constant emphasis on efficient and effective strategic sealift and airlift for Iraqi Freedom resulted in savings of over $168M through mid-March 2003.
Vice Admiral Holder articulated a compelling strategy for the utilization of Combat Support and Combat Service Support Reserve forces for the Secretary of Defense. He synchronized Combatant Commander requirements for the critical logistic skills of Reserve personnel supporting the Global War on Terrorism.
Vice Admiral Holder's leadership and innovativeness have been critical to the achievements of the Department of Defense. It is indeed highly appropriate that this outstanding Logistician is the recipient of the National Defense Transportation Association Department of Defense Distinguished Service Award for 2003.
Mary Ann Wagner President and Founder XIO Strategies
Mary Ann has willingly served the Association on its National Board of Directors as the Chair of the A-35 Program, as a Co-Chair for the National Forum, and as the President of the Washington DC Chapter.
In addition to the many accolades the Chapter earned during her tenure, no initiative has had greater impact than the Washington DC Chapter Mentor Protege Program. With a dedicated steering committee, she conceived and launched the "LTG Ed Honor Mentor Protege Program," a dynamic professional program designed to assist in the development of the personal growth and networking opportunities of young professionals. The Program is designed to bring together 15 senior transportation, logistics, supply chain management and related industry executives with 15 proteges to meet on a regular basis to network and learn from one another. The format for the Mentor Protege program is being distributed to all NDTA Chapters to promote mentoring worldwide.
Mary Ann is a tireless worker on behalf of NDTA, promotes its benefits to new members, speaks regularly to students and other professional groups, and has a positive impact on all those with whom she comes in contact. She has worked at every level within our Association and is an exceptional example of selfless service and professional achievement.
Mr. Michael McVeigh Director of Government Forwarding Menlo Worldwide
The NDTA chapter in San Diego was an active chapter in Southern California until mid 2000. It remained dormant until November 2002. Michael McVeigh, the Director of Government Forwarding for Menlo Worldwide, relocated to the San Diego area last year and has been instrumental in reviving this chapter. Using his 15 years experience as an active member of the Baltimore chapter, he organized a group of 12 members that were willing to give their time to assist in getting the Chapter up and running. A letter of introduction was mailed to all existing members of the Chapter advising them of the goals for 2003. An introduction letter from LTG Wykle was included along with a member survey form asking for feedback on meeting interests. From this initial mailing, the "core group" was born, agreeing to serve as temporary board members until formal elections could be held. The core group held it's first meeting in the conference room of the San Diego C&VB in January 2003. A call from LTG Wykle, NDTA President, set everything in motion for the revitalization of the San Diego Chapter.
Presently, the San Diego Chapter has 68 active members. Like other NDTA Chapters, they have established a solid foundation of Defense Contractors, Industry and Transportation Vendors and DoD Employees/Personnel within our membership.
Captain Jeff Babinski distinguished himself in the performance of outstanding service to the United States of America while serving as Officer in Charge of the Aerial Port Operations Branch and as the Executive Officer for the USAFE Air Mobility Operations Control Center (AMOCC), Headquarters, United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE), Ramstein Air Base Germany. While assigned to the AMOCC, Captain Babinski made the theater airlift system more efficient and more responsive to mission requirements. The improvements he made and his personal intervention in support of numerous deploying units had a direct impact on the War Against Terrorism and Operation Enduring Freedom. He facilitated the process for moving Enduring Freedom cargo
on German C-160s, saving 30 critical C-17 missions for more demanding requirements. His success in overhauling the USEUCOM channel mission schedule saved an estimated 1.2 million dollars in improved aircraft utilization. He personally expedited the movement of 17 time-critical aircraft maintenance repair teams, raising mission capable rates to the highest possible levels and improving time-definite response for airlift customers. For these and numerous other contributions to the AMOCC and his customers, his commander recognized him as his best company grade officer for calendar year 2002. The distinctive accomplishments of Captain Babinski exemplify the highest ideals of the National Defense Transportation Association.
Msgt Michael Theriault, USAF
Washington, D.C. Chapter
Master Sergeant Michael Theriault has distinguished himself through his exemplary and tireless service to the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) and to the United States Air Force over the past year He has been engaged in num erous high profile assignments over the past year while at the Hessen Chapter in Germany and his most recent chapter assignment in Washington, DC. His responsibilities have included Membership Chairman of the Hessen Chapter, where 27 new members were recruited under his care , propelling Hessen to the place of second largest international NDTA chapter. MSgt. Theriault's track record continued when he arrived in Washington, D.C., with the recruitment of eleven new members since his arrival.
MSgt Theriault has organized tours of the Frankfurt International Airport and a memorable tour of Andrews Air Force base and Air Force One. He has been involved in numerous fundraising activities in support of the chapter and the US Air Force In his present assignment as Superintendent of Passenger Services at Andrews Air Force Base, he is directly responsible for 47 military personnel and over $6M in assets. That site houses the only passport and visa operation within AMC, and MSgt. Theriault plays a key role in fulfilling the high security requirements that must be observed for the safe transport of the President, Vice President, members of Congress, and World Leaders. He also recently coordinated the national media event surrounding the return of PFC Jessica Lynch, a former POW of the Iraqi war.
Mr. Steven Cubarney Washington, D.C. Chapter
In the past year, Mr. Steven Cubarney distinguished himself as a true leader in the Washington, D.C. Chapter and the corporate world. His unwavering commitment to the chapter and to the LTG Edward Honor Mentor-Protege program has allowed the chapter to reach new heights in 2003.
The LTG Edward Honor Mentor-Protege program, launched in January 2003, was designed to facilitate professional growth and leadership opportunities within the Defense Transportation arena, allowing members of Industry and the Department of Defense with expertise in the logistics, supply chain, and transportation disciplines to serve as mentors to individuals interested in networking, learning new skills, and enhancing their careers. Steven was a key member of the program steering committee and quickly took the lead in the execution of the program, developing applications for Mentors and Proteges, setting dates and times, identifying locations for meetings, working logistics, and building challenging agendas Steve's professionalism, leadership, and follow-through were the key factors in the overall success of this program. A total of 15 Mentor-Proteges participated in four two-hour sessions over a four-month period, and the program was so successful that it will be repeated this fall and is being made available to NDTA chapters worldwide.
While doing 110 percent for NDTA, Steve was providing the same level of service to the Military Traffic Management Command, where as an Assistant Project Manager for IBM he worked on the reengineering of MTMC's $2B annual Personal Property Program, leading the development of the future Defense Personal Property System solicitation. In doing this he built on successful experience working projects for the Defense Logistics Agency and the Department of State
The San Diego chapter of NDTA was reborn in January 2003 after several years of inactivity. Due to the efforts of a dedicated team of members, the chapter is back and very much alive with an aggressive meeting program, ongoing membership recruiting efforts, and the goal of being a viable and active chapter right up to the 2005 San Diego Forum and beyond.
This incredible journey started in November 2002 with the arrival of an active, 15-year NDTA member in the San Diego area. Securing a copy of the chapter membership list prior to moving, he targeted a dedicated "Core Group" of 12 members to take on the challenge of revitalizing the chapter. A mailing to existing members asked for serious commitments to invest some time in the success of the chapter. The Core Group also contacted corporate members and worked directly with the Convention & Visitors Bureau and local hotels to launch the initial organizational meeting, which included a greeting from LTG Ken Wykle, USA, who dialed in from Alexandria, Virginia to offer congratulations and support.
The Core Group of twelve all agreed to serve as acting board members and committee chairs until official elections could be held later in 2003. The first official chapter meeting in almost 3 years was held in February 2003 with an attendance of 25 members and guests.
The chapter continues to flourish with professional monthly programs that included presentations from the likes of Qualcomm, Unified Port of San Diego, Federal Security Director of San Diego, and USTRANSCOM 05). San Diego has established a solid foundation of defense contractors, industry, transportation vendors, and DoD employees. The area has the largest Military Complex in the world with over 150,000 active duty and civil service personnel and over 59,000 retirees, and an aggressive effort by the local chapter will ensure long-term success for NDTA in San Diego.
The Charleston Chapter was selected in its first year as a Category II Chapter for consistently exceeding expectations in achieving the goals of NDTA. Specifically the Chapter is cited for superior performance in the areas of Community Transportation Development, Chapter Programs, Membership Development, and Disaster Preparedness.
In the area of Community Transportation Development, it has excelled by bringing in experts from throughout the transportation industry as guest speakers. This effort has increased its ability to educate the public about NDTA and resulted in a steady increase of participation at monthly meetings.
The Chapter continued to excel in Program and Membership Development. It has an excellent membership retention program, with each member being per-
sonally contacted before the membership passes into inactive status. It is this personal touch that lets the members know the chapter cares about each and every one of them. The Chapter A-35 Program is very unique in that there are two A-35 chairpersons-one works on the private industry side, the other on the military side. The Military Chair also serves as the A-35 Chair of the Southeast Region.
The Chapter's final area of focus this year has been on Disaster Preparedness. An outstanding example of this occurred in March 2003. Due to the war in Iraq, civilian personnel living in Turkey were evacuated back to the United States. They were airlifted to the Charleston International Airport, where chapter members actively assisted in meeting their many needs. The support they provided was greatly appreciated by these displaced Americans.
NDTA's Charleston Chapter is one of its finest and this award clearly recognizes its members' dedication to their country, the transportation and logistics professions, and the community of Charleston, South Carolina.
The Alamo San Antonio Chapter aggressively promoted the spirit and mission of the NDTA by coordinating a Mayoral Proclamation that established Transportation Week in San Antonio, emphasizing the importance of transportation in the economy. San Antonio is one of the premier logistics hubs in the Southwest.
The chapter enthusiastically endorsed the NDTA Awards program by recognizing recipients in every category available for the military and industry representatives. Four scholarships were awarded in the amount of $3,500 implementing one of the fundamental pillars of NDTA-education.
As a professional organization in the key major city closest to Mexico, the chapter addressed the requirements for US Customs Clearance-a vital consideration for commerce transiting the region and for the security of the US transportation system. The chapter reach is extensive-the American Legion in a nearby community needed expertise to route a 15SMM howitzer from Rock Island, Illinois to their county, where it would serve as a memorial to all who served America with military service. The Chapter coordinated the movement, in the most economical and expeditious manner.
The Chapter is a partner in the dynamic and responsive transportation network, which Toyota Officials cited when they announced that San Antonio would be the location of their newest vehicle manufacturing plant. The Alamo Chapter has proudly demonstrated active community involvement with the various programs designed to enhance NDTA visibility in the area. It continues efforts to expand our reach and influence in the educational, military, and industrial arena. The Alamo Chapter has reflected great pride upon the NDTA.
The Honshu Chapter of ITA-NDTA reinvigorated it's A-35 program and once again proved itself to be a vibrant chapter with focus on expanding its membership roles and strengthening its ties with its host country of Japan through community relation efforts. With a chapter geographic region the size of New England and a membership base encompassing the Department of Defense , the Defense Logistics Agency, and corporate transportation and global logistics entities, the Honshu Chapter continues to emulate and promote the objectives of the NDTA, and it's A-35 members play a key role in this effort. With their help the chapter has increased in size for a third straight year and has expanded its executive officer roles to include an industrial community liaison to synergize efforts in the local communities. Its goodwill ambassadorial roles included support for a deserving orphanage of over 50 children, a nationwide telethon for the hearing impaired , and a highly successful blood drive. Its golf tournaments not only provided an outstanding venue for members to come together socially but it also led to the chapter's donating $4,000 worth of scholarships to graduating students and served as a great recruiting tool among potential A-35 members to spread the word on the NDTA's goals and mission of defense transportation. Aided by A-35 members, the chapter has worked hard to provide all its members with a diversified look at the transportation and global logistics arenas in Japan through a variety of meeting venues such as corporate flagship operations and air and naval bases in Japan. Because of its proven track record of successes and involvement, the Honshu Chapter is very deserving of this award as the Category I A-35 International Chapter of the Year.
Although the majority of the Fort Eustis/Regimental Chapter has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the global war on terrorism, the Chapter with the outstanding support of it A-35 members has continued to function and excel. Everyone who remained, working long hours performing critical support roles, kept the Chapter vital and relevant by successful planning, foresight and aggressive leadership. They maintained a well-balanced professional program, worked tirelessly on community activities, became a standing partner for the Toys-for-Tots program, significantly increased their contributions to the student scholarship program, and expanded their participation with The Newport News City Emergency Transportation Planners. They have created a worldclass website to more fully communicate with the Chapter members and to educate the public on the objectives, value of membership, and good works of the NDTA.
Through this difficult past year and its many daunting challenges, the A-35 members of the Fort Eustis / Regimental Chapter have not only helped the chapter continued to maintain an active, rewarding program for their members and their community, but have surpassed expectations.
For their outstanding efforts, and unwavering commitment and dedication to NDTA, we are pleased and honored to recognize the Fort Eustis/Regimental Chapter as the Category II International A-35 Chapter of the Year.
The Washington, DC A-35 Chapter continues to exemplify the best of American young professionals who have dedicated themselves to the defense of our country, to the betterment of the chapter, and to individual and peer professional development.
In the past year, the A-35 Chapter was involved in numerous activities in support of the chapter, community, and nation, including its active and increased participation at the monthly NDTA luncheons, bi-monthly board meetings, golf outings, the annual auction, and the launch of the LTG Edward Honor MentorProtege Program. This year's highlights of A-35 Chapter community participation include the Arlington Food Assistance Center and participation with the launch of the First Annual National Transportation Week Conference, held in Washington, DC
Expectations were clearly exceeded as attendance improved at the monthly luncheons, the annual auction proceeds exceeded $12,000 and were gifted to the Chapter's Scholarship fund. A-35er Steven Cubarney was instrumental in the launch of the first ever Mentor Protege Program within NDTA, and A-35ers played a key role in the inaugural National Transportation Week Conference held in Washington during National Transportation week, May 12th-18th 2003.
For these outstanding efforts and accomplishments the Washington, DC Chapter truly deserves to be designated NDTA's Category III International A-35 Chapter of the Year .
Since 1966, NDTA has annually honored units of the military services that have performed outstanding service in transportation or a related field. These units are selected by each of the Services, and the awards are presented at NDTA's Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition. Following are units chosen to be honored at the 2003 Forum in Kansas City, Missouri
The 805th Transportation Detachment is an Army Reserve watercraft unit operating a 275-ft logistics ship providing the Army with organic cargo transportation capability. The mission of the 805th Transportation Detachment is to engage in Intra-Theater line haul of cargo to support combat unit deployment and re-locations in a Theater of Operations.
The 805th Transportation Detachment was the first Army Reserve watercraft unit to be mobilized since the Vietnam war when they were mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom March 25, 2002. Upon mobilization they successfully completed all validation tasks ahead of schedule, prepared the LSV-3 for overseas movement and then sailed 6200 miles via the Panama Canal to Ft Eustis, VA. Upon arrival in Ft Eustis, they were then forward deployed to Kuwait where they relieved the Active component crew of LSV-4 for a six.month rotation in the US Central Command Area of Operations in the Arabian Gulf. Upon completion of their forward deployed rotation, they returned to Ft Eustis, VA, where they continued to provide transportation support by providing regional shipping capability in the Norfolk, VA, area aboard LSV-3 until released from Active Duty in March of 2003.
During their deployment the 805th Transportation Detachment set the standard for Army LSV operations with 100 percent mission accomplishment, sailing almost 27,000 accident free miles while providing over 16 million pounds of cargo to include over 400 vehicles, 243 containers, and 8 pallets of aircraft equipment to war fighters in Operation Enduring Freedom with no personnel injuries or damage to cargo.
Norfolk, Virginia
Personnel of Naval Air Terminal Norfolk, Virginia performed in an exceptional manner during 2002. While operating one of the largest Air Mobility Command (AMC) passenger terminals in the world and the third largest cargo operation by volume, the terminal consistently distinguished itself by providing unparalleled support to prosecute Operation Enduring Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism. These
efforts proved to be the cornerstone in enabling dramatically improved overall readiness throughout the US Atlantic Fleet and forward-deployed ground forces in theaters of combat operation.
Joint logistics services included support for over 100 US and coalition ships, Marine Expeditionary and Army Airborne Forces, Special Warfare units, Air Force bomber and fighter squadrons, humanitarian assistance missions, and numerous other Department of Defense components. During this period, the air terminal processed 99,131 passengers and 92,462,000 pounds of joint military material including 5,600,000 pounds of humanitarian cargo, on 6,004 airlifts.
Through superior logistics expertise, unparalleled personal commitment, and constant involvement, logistics problems were foreseen and resolved, long-term improvements implemented, and operational support capabilities enhanced to meet all logistics transportation requirements Without question, the Naval Air Terminal Norfolk's professionalism, performance, and demonstrated contributions in support of international coalition forces during the war on terrorism and preparations for the liberation of Iraq were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Department of Defense.
Fleet Logistics Support Squadron FOUR-SIX (VR-4G} Fleet Logistics Support Wing Marietta,
Fleet Logistics Support Squadron FOUR-SIX (VR-4G) sets the standard for all logistics support squadrons. VR46 significantly impacted worldwide logistics of the US Armed Forces with 365 days of unsurpassed service around the globe. The "Eagles" traversed six continents in support of Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Army, and numerous multinational units. Throughout the year over 1,553 ,200 miles were flown safely, while supporting virtually every major military operation and exercise.
Sorties included the movement of 1,276,945 pounds of cargo and 21,442 passengers in the direct support of NATO Operational Forces in 118 countries. The squadron also operated extensively in the dangerous and unstable South American theatre , flying 22 missions while transporting 12,820 pounds of cargo and 130 passengers. VR-46 completed its missions flawlessly, surpassing 50,000 mishap-tree flight hours covering a 27-year period, the longest mishap-free record in the Fleet Logistics Support Wing.
VR-46 also launched the Fleet Logistics Support Wings efforts in supporting Operation Enduring Freedom . The "Eagles" deployed on short notice over the Christmas holiday to NAVCENT, flawlessly laying the foundation for all future detachments with an eval-
uation of theatre force protection, logistics, and flight procedures. VR-46's efforts were recognized this past year when it was selected for the prestigious multi-service Joint Operational Support Airlift Center OOSAC) Large Aircraft Unit of the Year Award. VR-46's operational prowess is also supported by a superior maintenance department, which shined during a Triennial Fleet Logistics Support Wing Quality Visit and an indepth Naval Safety Center Survey. The tireless efforts of the Maintenance Department directly equated to a 4.77 direct maintenance man-hour per flight hour at a cost of $1,012.31 per flight hour.
Adding to the rich history of Naval Aviation and demonstrating the critical importance of logistics, VR-46 performed the transfer of a Navy C-9B from active service to the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida. This transfer was televised and published nationally.
The 3d Transportation Support Battalion (TSP) distinguished itself as one of the safest, most effective transportation units in DOD during the award period. 3d TSP's mission is to provide motor transport and landing force support to Okinawa-based Marine units of the III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) as well as to forward deployed Marine Air-Ground Task Forces (MAGTF). Combat readiness is the primary focus of the 3d TSB, whether performing in garrison or during field operations.
3d TSB's numerous deployed operations included Exercise Freedom Banner/Cobra Gold in Thailand and the download and regeneration of the MV Lopez at Chinhae, Korea. Designated as Brigade Service Support Group-3 in Thailand, the Command offloaded over 519 Principal End Items (PEI's) from the MV Lummus and MV Williams. Additionally, 593 passengers, an additional 730 PEis, and 588 short tons of cargo were downloaded from the high-speed vessels MSC Green Wave and Pacific Leader, and USNS Seay. During the exercise, 3d TSP Marines logged over 47.3K accident-free miles while transporting over 151.2K tons of break bulk cargo and equipment and over 3.6K personnel. In August and November 2002, 3d TSB task organized a 180-Marine and Sailor Combat Service Support Detachment (CSSD) to support the download and regeneration of the MV Lopez. The Lopez suffered fire damage and required immediate download to facilitate repairs. The CSSD offloaded, staged, and regenerated 730 PEI5 and 498 containers. This unusual real-world operation saw the 3d TSP Commander function as the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade (Forward), commanding both the 3d Force Service Support Group and 3d Marine Division elements.
The 3d TSB's work ethic, innovation and dedication to duty along with its Marines' ability to respond to any contingency within the area of responsibility of III MEF accurately illustrates the readiness and performance expectations placed upon the military forces of our nation by the American people.
The 6th Motor Transport Battalion, dubbed the "Baghdad Express" during Operations Desert Shield/Storm, continued its drive north through Kuwait and into Iraq during Operation Enduring Freedom/Iraqi Freedom.
After receiving the Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) in September 2002, the Battalion licensed 200 Marines on the MTVR in three months. By the time hostilities commenced, over 350 Marines within the Battalion were licensed with an additional 100 cooks, mechanics, and administrative personnel ready to drive the MTVR, if the situation required.
Early in the deployment, it became apparent that in order to meet the lift requirements of the aggressive campaign plan, Host Nation vehicles would be necessary. Immediately, the Battalion developed a plan for the employment of commercial vehicles and a training program to teach Marines to drive Host Nation tractors, trailers, refuelers, and buses. By mid-March 2003, the Battalion had trained more than 700 operators to drive Host Nation equipment.
As a result of the training and the unrelenting drive to accomplish the mission exhibited by each Marine, the Battalion completed more than 800 missions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, traveling more than 1.8M miles, and moving over 9.5M short tons of ammunition and 21K passengers including enemy Prisoners of War. In addition, the Battalion dispensed over 7M gallons of fuel and 2.5M gallons of water while prosecuting the campaign. An emphasis on safety combined with the training and mettle of individual Marines, enabled the 6th Motor Transport Battalion to accomplish its mission without a single loss of life from hostile fire, vehicular accident, or any other serious incident. This is the Battalion's most notable accomplishment and the one in which its Marines take the greatest pride.
723d Air Mobility Squadron Air Mobility Command Ramstein Airbase, Germany
The 723d Air Mobility Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is a team of over 450 military personnel and 100 US and local national civilians providing command and control, aircraft maintenance, and aerial port services for US and coalition aircraft at Air Mobility Command's busiest en route air hub.
2002 proved to be the squadron's busiest to date. With the buildup of the Global War on Terrorism, the squadron handled over 139,000 tons of cargo and 133,000 passengers on 18,000 aircraft missions. The
activation of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet contributed to this increase During 2002, the squadron handled 2,388 B-747 missions-an average of 61 each day and an increase of 300 percent over 2001. This is a remarkable feat, considering Ramstein is a fighter base converted for use by cargo aircraft with 10 separate aircraft ramps with 62 parking spots spread out over 25 square miles. Over 40 percent of the missions require a three-mile trek from the squadron compound. Additionally, the 723 AMS supported 33 percent of the worldwide en route maintenance workload, correcting 6,850 discrepancies on 4,300 aircraft. 76 Maintenance Recovery Teams deployed to 18 sites across Europe, Southwest Asia, and Africa to repair AMC aircraft.
The most valuable assets in the 723 AMS are its people. In spite of the workload, squadron personnel found the time to support the local community as coaches, mentors, group leaders, and sponsors. For instance, 723 AMS personnel make up over 10 percent of the Ramstein's Elite Honor Guard. Additionally, 130 squadron members contributed over 600 hours to Airmen Against Drunk Driving, potentially saving 375 lives.
These examples typify the outstanding performance of the members of the 723d Air Mobility Squadron, and are the reason for the squadron's selection as the 2002 National Defense Transportation Association Air Force Active Component Military Unit of the Year.
Harrisburg International Airport, Middletown, Pennsylvania
The 193d Special Operations Wing, Logistics Readiness Squadron, Transportation Section, located in Middletown, Pennsylvania is extremely honored and proud to be the recipient of the 2002 National Defense Transportation Association Military Unit of the Year Award. The 193rd Transportation Section's 27 personnel provide traffic management, vehicle operations and vehicle maintenance support for the only unit in the USAF that flies and maintains six EC-130E aircraft that conduct airborne information operations and civil affairs broadcast missions.
The 193rd Transportation Section also supports vehicle requirements for the 193rd Regional Support Group, which is made up of nine geographically separated units. They are the 112th Air Operations Squadron, 201st Red Horse Flight, 211th Engineering Installation Squadron, 271st Combat Communications Squadron, Detachment 1 Bomb Range, a Regional Equipment Operator School, a Lightning Force Academy, and the Air National Guard Band of The Mid-Atlantic. The 193d Transportation Section was also responsible for the 258th Air Traffic Control Squadron, Johnstown , until its recent reassignment to the 17 1st Air Refueling Wing, Pittsburgh.
During 2002 the Transportation Section's registered equipment management system monitor accounted and reported status on an average of 423 assigned vehi-
des. Vehicle Maintenance maintained a fleet of 105 vehicles and equipment items with an average vehicle in commission rate of 97 percent. Vehicle Operations received and satisfied over 1,200 requests for motor vehicle services-completing 1,129 dispatches while maintaining a 99 percent vehicle dispatch rate. The Transportation Management Office shipped more than 800 tons of cargo via government and c01:nmercial modes of transportation and scheduled more than 1,000 military personnel on commercial airlines, saving the government over $1.5 million through a self-initiated savings program. Additionally, five transportation personnel deployed for a total of 194 days to the US CENTCOM region in support of Air Expeditionary Force/Operation Enduring Freedom, and six deployed to Hurlburt Field, Florida for a total of 83 days.
Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak 17th Coast Guard District Kodiak, Alaska
On an ice covered runway hastily marked out with purple dye in the eerie darkness of an Arctic morning, or on a bi-weekly logistics flight covering a distance equal to the trip from San Diego to Seattle, Air Station Kodiak aircraft and crews set a standard for military mobility in 2002 that will not soon be equaled. From logistics flights to frozen, windswept Arctic outposts to South American counter-narcotic operations support, station aircraft accumulated 8,660 flight hours flying over 2,700 sorties. Air Station Kodiak aircraft transported over 6.8 million pounds, nearly 6.3 million cubic feet of cargo, and over 3200 passengers
As the only link to civilization for LORAN stations in Port Clarence on the Arctic Circle, St. Paul Island in the Bering Sea, and Attu Island (the westernmost point of the United States), Kodiak C130 "Hercules" aircraft delivered over a million pounds of critical supplies. Air Station Kodiak crews conducted weekly airlifts of personnel, supplies, and fuel to keep a seasonal Air Facility in Cordova and remote Search and Rescue (SAR) detachments in Cold Bay and St. Paul "at the ready" to protect life and property during critical fisheries openings .
Spanning the globe, Kodiak "Heres" flew a portable maintenance facility to El Salvador enabling 160 C130 patrol hours in support of the Joint Inter-Agency Task Force West OIATF-W) counter-narcotics mission, producing four major drug seizures, and they twice transported diplomatic delegations to Russia. As the war on terror progressed, Kodiak crews proved invaluable in protecting vital Alaskan resources, flying over 100 sorties in support of Operation Noble Eagle. Kodiak's crisp responsiveness paid off for USCSC HEALY , when unit aircrews delivered replacement equipment crucial to the success of its scientific mission. In addition to providing on-demand service for Integrated Support Command (ISC) Kodiak and ISC Ketchikan, unit aircrews provided logistics support to the annual North Slope Aids to Navigation mission, keeping Arctic waterways safe.
MG Ann Dunwoody, USA
Commanding General Military Traffic Management Command
Master Sergeant
Jeffrey L. Jones
Distribution Flight Superintendent 90th Logistics Readiness Squadron Warren AFB, WY
Ms. Patricia Martinez Unit Movement Coordinator Director of Logistics Fort Carson, CO
Ms. Janette White Transportation Officer Personnel Support Activity Europe Naples, Italy
Marine Corps
Ms. Tammy C. Moore Freight Rate Specialist USMC Logistics Command Albany, GA
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Ms. Lavera Lincoln Transportation Officer USCG Integrated Support Command Alameda, VA
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E-Travel, one of President Bush's EGovernment Initiatives, reached a major milestone recently, with the announcement that Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) and Carlson Wagonlit Government Travel, Inc. (CWGT), have been selected to provide Web-based travel management for the federal government. The contract was awarded after a rigorous, six-month review process, conducted by the General Services Administration (GSA) in collaboration with 22 other agencies.
President Bush's vision, which the Office of Management and Budget has helped to implement, harnesses the Internet to reap new efficiencies for the government and, ultimately, save taxpayer's money. E-Travel contracts embrace best commercial practices, effective use of the Internet and empower the federal traveler-all at a substantially lower cost. They streamline and consolidate federal travel operations into a simplified, end-toend travel management service. The 10-year, $450 million, E-Travel contract, awarded Wednesday, August 13, is expected to cut federal travel management costs up to SO percent.
"E-Travel is an innovative EGovernment initiative that will advance President Bush's vision to create a more results-oriented and efficient government," said GSA Administrator Stephen A. Perry. "This initiative addresses the challenge of reengineering the government's travel function. By doing so, it will allow all agencies to benefit from the full buying power of the federal government."
E-Travel will be commercially hosted to minimize federal technology costs and guarantee real-time information. From travel planning and authorization to reimbursement, the service will leverage best practices in important areas such as administration, finance and information technology to realize significant cost savings and improved employee productivity.
NGMS of Fairfax, VA, and CWGT of San Antonio demonstrated their ability to provide government civilian agencies with a comprehensive, cost-
effective and user-friendly, end-to-end travel services solution that supports federal travel regulations and policies. GSA will begin independent verification and validation testing of both vendors' solutions immediately. Soon thereafter, selected agencies will launch the service to demonstrate initial operational capability. E-Travel will be available for government-wide use beginning in December 2003. All civilian agencies are expected to complete migration to the new service by September 30, 2006, according to a proposed revision to the Federal Travel Regulation. The contract also accommodates existing travel agencies and the FedTrip', the existing federal online booking service.
"The government truly came together for the E-Travel initiative with active participation and collaboration by numerous federal agencies," said Tim Burke, GSA's E-Travel program manager. "Consolidating travel into one platform brings world-class travel management to federal travelers, putting them first."
The E-Travel service's consistent user interface and intuitive, Web-based environment will appeal to every government employee. Federal travelers will appreciate how simple travel planning and administration can be, from processing travel authorizations and creating reservations, all the way through claims submission and voucher reconciliation. For more information on E-Travel, please visit our Web site at egov.gsa.gov.
GSA is a centralized federal procurem en t and property management agency created by Congress to improve government efficiency and help federal agencies better serve the public. It acquires, on behalf of federal agencies, office space, equipment, telecommunications, information technology, supplies and services. GSA, comprised of 14,000 associates, provides services and solutions for the office operations of over 1 million federal workers located in more than 8,000 government-owned and leased buildings in 2,000 US communities.
Through Farrell Lines, P&O Nedlloyd maintains its commitment to our Troops, US National Security and the US-Flag Maritime Fleet.
They've now gone a step further by creating the industry's first US-Flag service guide.
Military, Government and Preference Cargo shippers now have a comprehensive reference tool useful in planning their global transportation and logistics activities with P&O Nedlloyd.
Being unveiled at the 57th Annual NDTA Forum and Exposition, this service guide outlines P&O Nedlloyd's US-Flag and worldwide service network, North American intermodal capabilities, Central and Southwest Asia Rail and Road connections, Outof-Gauge/Breakbulk expertise, ECommerce offerings and much more.
"We wanted to extend our customers a reference guide which represented the full scope of P&O Nedlloyd's global service network. Although significant, it's not just about shipping. In-transit visibility, unit-move expertise, dedicated personnel, intermodal capabilities at home and in foreign lands, and supply chain logistics all play a vital role. It's all in this Industry-1st US-Flag Service Guide," said James Madden, Vice President of Government Relations for P&O Nedlloyd.
To learn more or pick up your free copy of the US-Flag Service Guide, be sure to visit P&O Nedlloyd's booth #821 at the NDTA Exposition in Kansas City.
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A 9-year-old program that provides critical navigation data on tides, weather, depths and currents needed to safely maneuver ships in and out of the Port of New York and New Jersey will continue under an agreement approved by the Port Authority Board of Commissioners.
The Port Authority will extend an agreement with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, on behalf of the states of New York and New Jersey, for its continued operation and maintenance of the Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System, or PORTS, for an additional year at an estimated cost of $190,000. Funds for this contract were released by New York and New Jersey from the Bi-State Dredging Fund.
PORTS uses sensors, communications lines and communications soft-
ware to generate maritime navigation data every six minutes to assist ships traveling in and out of the New York-New Jersey port. It provides continuous information to the harbor pilots, who are responsible for maneuvering large vessels through the channels.
Port Authority Chairman Anthony R. Coscia said, "The amount of cargo moving through our ports continues to grow at a phenomenal rate, which means it is more important than ever that we have the most state-of-the-art resources to help ships safely navigate in and out of our New York and New Jersey marine terminals. Providing ships with accurate, real-time information will allow goods to reach our communities and our families more safely and more quickly."
Port Authority Vice Chairman Charles A. Gargano said, "The current program to dredge New York and New Jersey harbor channels to 45 feet provides a major challenge for large vessels trying to safely navigate their way to terminal berths. PORTS provides vital information that allows mariners to maneuver ships safely around dredging operations."
Port Authority Executive Director Joseph J. Seymour said, "More than 5,000 commercial vessels and thousands of ferries and pleasure craft traveled in and around the Port of New York and New Jersey last year. PORTS is a critical tool to safely manage vessel activity in the east coast's busiest harbor."
PORTS was installed in the Port of New York and New Jersey in August 1994 under a federally-funded program. It has been installed at eight other ports around the country: Houston-Galveston, San Francisco, Los Angeles-Long Beach, Narragansett Bay, Chesapeake Bay, Delaware Bay, Soo Locks in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, and Tampa Bay.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey operates some of the busiest and most important transportation links in the region. They include John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia and Teterboro airports; the George Washington Bridge; the Lincoln and Holland tunnels; the three bridges between Staten Island and New Jersey; the PATH rapid-transit system; the Downtown Manhattan Heliport; Port Newark; the Elizabeth-Port Authority Marine Terminal; the Howland Hook Marine Terminal on Staten Island; the Brooklyn Piers/Red Hook Container continued page 46
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Official Airline Guide, Worldwide (OAG) is widely recognized amongst government agencies and suppliers for quality products. Having developed long term relationships, the Resource Guide is just one of the many quality products OAG supplies our Government customers. Whether you choose the OAG "Resource Guide" (the Hard Copy Supplement) quick reference or the (Electronic version) OAG "Official Travel Planner," you receive the #1 resource of information sought after by Government Travelers and Planners. As the keeper of this important information, OAG again provides the Government traveler with the most accurate and up-to-date information in support of the Government Travel Policy pertaining to FY 2004.
GSA has developed an extremely successful Airline City Pair Program. This service originally covered only 11 markets, but over the last 20 years, it has expanded to over 5,000 city pairs. The airfares offered under this program average a 72 percent discount off comparable commercial fares; saving the federal government over $2.0 billion annually.
In addition to the tremendous price savings, the Airline City Pair Program has many features which allow government travelers all the flexibility possible in planning official travel.
At the time of contract awards, the listed fares represent the greatest value available to the Government. These fares shall not be used for personnel travel, or travel in connection with official travel. Cost Reimbursable Contractors are ineligible to participate in this program. See the 2004 Resource Guide for the new rates. For further clarification, please contact GSA at www.gsa.gov or log onto www.gsa.gov/porta/contact.jsp for specific contacts.
Calculation of travel per diem rates within the Federal government is a shared responsibility of Department of State (DoS), the General Services Administration (GSA), and the DoD Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee (Per Diem Committee).
The General Services Administration (GSA) provides rates for the Continental US. GSA updates the Continental US rates once a year or as necessary. Normally the rates are updated in October. If you have questions or concerns regarding the Continental US per diem rates, please e-mail GSA at PerdiemChat@gsa.gov.
The Department of State provides rates for non-US Overseas locations and updates these rates at the beginning of every month. If you have questions regarding the per diem rates, please contact the Office of Allowances at (202) 663-1121, or e-mail Al/owancesO@state.gov.
The Per Diem Committee provides rates for Non-Continental US and Overseas Non-Foreign areas, e.g., Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, etc., once a year or as necessary.
The Per Diem Committee uses rate information from DoS and GSA and adds DoD unique footnotes, DoD Installations, and proportional meal rates. The Per Diem Committee is responsible for providing all
travel per diem rates to DoD activities worldwide. At the end of every month The Per Diem Committee provides a new Outside Continental US (OCON US) per diem rate file, which consists of DoS (non-US overseas) and the Per Diem Committee (overseas US areas) per diem rates. Once a year or as necessary, The Per Diem Committee posts the Continental US rates to include DoD Installations and proportional meal rates.
The US Government Car Rental Agreement is a vehicle rental program negotiated for the Federal Government by the Military Traffic Management Command or MTMC. The terms and conditions of the Agreement apply to all Federal employees on official travel for ceiling rates per day and by car size. For further reference, Key Car Rental Contacts are also available in the "Resource Guide."
The Federal Premier Lodging Program (FPLP) provides convenient and safe rooms; guaranteed room availability and total best value. FPLP is an innovative new program that puts travelers in guaranteed rooms, at guaranteed rates-right where federal travelers need to be. FPLP rates and rooms are for current Federal Government and Military Personnel on official TOY business travel only.
• Contact your Travel Management Center (TMC) and ask for the FPLP Booking code XVU (Xtra Value for yoU).
• Contractors to the Federal Government and Military, retired civilian and military employees, and current civilian and military employees on personal leave are NOT eligible for FPLP rates and rooms.
• FPLP Properties are allowed to make a case-by-case decision on whether or not to offer FPLP rates and rooms to the above group of unqualified travelers. However, GSA asks that these rooms and rates not effect availability for official Federal and Military employees on TOY travel.
• All government transient rooms (not under another govternment or military hotel program) realized at an FPLP property are considered FPLP rooms and MUST be reported to GSA monthly.
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Terminal; and the Port Authority Bus Terminal in midtown Manhattan. The agency also owns the 16-acre World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. The Port Authority is financially selfsupporting and receives no tax revenue from either state.
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Super 8 Motels, Inc., recently announced the launch of its Super 8 Driver's Seat Sweepstakes, designed to build consumer awareness of the brand's more than 2,000 locations.
The sweepstakes offers the grandprize winner a fantasy weekend at a Richard Petty Driving Experience, featuring 30 laps in a 550-horsepower Winston Cup-style stock car. The grand prize, valued at $3,400, includes airfare and lodging for two at a Super 8® motel, two-day car rental and one 30-lap session at one of the many national racetracks featuring the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
The first-prize winner will receive an autographed Ricky Craven fire suit worth $150. The Super 8 chain is a sponsor of NASCAR driver Ricky Craven and the #32 Tide ®/Super 8 Winston Cup racecar. The sweepstakes can be entered online at www.Super8.com through November 20, and no purchase is necessary to participate.
"Race-car enthusiasts like Super 8 motels for their many convenient
roadside locations, comfortable accommodations and consistent quality," said Super 8 President John Valletta. "This sweepstakes is a great way to reward our loyal Super 8 guests."
NASCAR Winston Cup champion Richard Petty and NASCAR Australian Champion Barry Graham founded the Richard Petty Driving Experience in 1994 to give enthusiasts an opportunity to experience driving a Winston Cup race car on a national track.
Super 8 Motels, Inc., founded in America's heartland in 1974, is one of the world's largest economy lodging chains, with 2,091 motels representing 127,027 rooms throughout the United States and Canada. All Super 8 motels are independently owned and operated under franchise agreements with Super 8 Motels, Inc. Reservations can be made through Superline®, Super S's tollfree reservation center at 1-800-8008000, or online at www.Super8.com Super 8 Motels, Inc., is a subsidiary of Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD).
aircraft. Flights will depart Dulles at 9 am, and will arrive in San Juan at 1:36 pm Return flights will depart San Juan at 2:50 pm, and will arrive at Dulles at 5:56pm.
"As Washington's hometown airline, we're pleased to link these two capital cities," said Douglas D. Leo, US Airways vice president of international. "This new service will also connect Washington customers to St. Kitts and Tortola, via our GoCaribbean partner Caribbean Sun Airlines."
US Airways currently operates twice-daily service to San Juan from Charlotte, NC, with three frequencies on Saturday and Sunday. PhiladelphiaSan Juan service operates three times each day, with four frequencies on Saturday. US Airways also serves San Juan with Saturday and Sunday service from both Boston and Pittsburgh. Boston-San Juan flights will operate daily beginning in November 2003.
US Airways
US Airways announced recently that it plans to operate nonstop service between Washington's Dulles International Airport and San Juan, Puerto Rico, beginning on November 1, 2003.
The new service will operate each Saturday using 120-seat Airbus A319
US Airways, the US Airways Express carriers and US Airways Shuttle provide service to nearly 200 destinations worldwide, including 3 7 states in the US and 10 destinations in Europe. In the Caribbean, US Airways serves Antigua, Aruba, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Cancun, Cozumel, Grand Bahama Island, Grand Cayman, Grenada, Montego Bay, Nassau, Providenciales, Punta Cana, San Juan, Santo Domingo, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and St. Croix. US Airways Express also serves North Eleuthera, Governors Harbour, Marsh Harbour and Treasure Cay from select cities in Florida. Through the GoCaribbean network carriers, US Airways serves Anguilla, Dominica, St. Eustatius, Nevis, Port of Spain, Saba, St. Barthelemy, St. Vincent, Tobago and Tortola. DTJ
HOPE TO SEE YOU AT ALL THREE!
The NDTA Dayton Chapter participated again in the annual Dayton Air Show by manning a concession stand to raise money for our scholarship fund. We have been conducting this fund raiser for many years, but this year was special-the 100th anniversary of flight.
This was by far the biggest air show Dayton has ever seen and our concession stand was very successful, clearing over $4,000 for our NDTA Scholarship Program and other Chapter activites. The weekend was HOT, the air show was CROWDED, and the lines of people wanting sodas and hot dogs were extremely long. Many thanks to all our volunteers who helped stage this event and assisted in manning the food stand. We needed every one of you to help keep up with all the hungry and thirsty customers!
The Regiment (TCRA) inducted four transporters into the TC Hall of Fame during the recent Transportation Corps Week at Fort Eustis, VA. The inductees were: Norman Y. Mineta, the 14th United States Secretary of Transportation; retired LTG Roger G. Thompson; retired COL Jack Riley; and SgtMaj Alvin Longieliere. These gentlemen were inducted into the Hall of Fame on July 25th, 2003. BG Brian I. Geehan, the incoming Chief of Transportation. and retired GEN William G. Tuttle, Jr., Honorary Colonel of the Regiment, inducted the new members.
GEN Tuttle, USA (Ret.), a former commanding general of the Army Material Command, became the new Honorary Colonel of the Transportation Corps Regiment during the annual Regimental Review on Friday, July 25th, 2003. GEN Tuttle has made many significant contributions in the area of transportation. Before retiring in 2001, GEN Tuttle served as president and chief executive officer of Logistics Management Institute, a nonprofit research and analysis organization. He is now a trustee of the Institute.
Other transporters were honored at the Regimental Review. They were: Best in Profession-Capt. Mark A.
Spear, Capt. Jennifer M. Stevens, Chief Warrant Officer Timothy J. Youngpeter, Chief Warrant Officer John J. MacKinney, III, Staff Sgt. Robin Valdez, Sgt. 1st Class Kenneth W. Bynum, and Randall S. Kendrick.
On June 13, 2003, the San Joaquin Valley Chapter hosted their first annual Golf Classic and Silent Auction at the Tracy Golf and Country Club. With a soldout crowd, the Chapter proceeds were $ 7000. This could never have been so successful without a great committee headed by Mr. Harry Ballance and the generous support of the participating carriers. This fundraiser alone will pay for four scholarships next year.
On June 17, 2003, San Joaquin Valley Chapter held their Installation of Officers at McNamara's Steak House in Tracy, CA. The Chapter was honored to have Mark Victorson, NDTAHQ, conduct their installation. Chapter Awards given to Mr. Kevin Terrill (Terrill Transportation) for SJ Valley Chapter Service Award, Mr. Harry Balance (Union Pacific Railroad/Chapter 2nd Vice President) for Man of the Year Award, and Ms. Sheila Graves (DDJC/Chapter Treasurer) for Woman of the Year. Ms.
Terri Dalton was presented with a letter of recognition and gift certificate for three nights at a Holiday Inn from NDTAHQ for recruiting the most new members during the months of February and March. With the support of the Chapter's members every month, along with the Green Valley Transportation's Annual Open House and Scholarship Event, San Joaquin Chapter was able to award six $1500 scholarships this year. Another large factor in financing these scholarships began in February with Terrill Transportation's Membership Drive BBQ and Scholarship fundraiser, followed in May with an anonymous carrier donating $1,500 to the scholarship fund, and most recently in June by Cargo Shippers, Inc (Los Angeles Terminal) donating another $1,500 to the scholarship fund. With support like this from our local and participating carriers, San Joaquin Valley Chapter will be able to continue a successful Scholarship Program.
AMC
In the mid 1980s the Military Airlift Command (MAC) realized the need to utilize commercial
airports within the Continental United States (CONUS) as arrival and departure ports of call for military men and women traveling to and from overseas duty assignments. As a result MAC opened four Gateways; one in Philadelphia, PA; Charleston, SC; St Louis, MO; and Oakland, CA. As the Cold War came to an end, the needs of the Military changed. MAC was renamed the Air Mobility Command (AMC) and the Gateways were moved to meet mission requirements. AMC placed the northeastern Gateway in Baltimore, MD; the southeastern Gateway in Atlanta, GA; the southwestern Gateway in Los Angles, CA; and the northwestern Gateway in Seattle, WA (Sea-Tac).
AMC has a handful of active duty personnel stationed at each of these airports. Each AMC Gateway flies to certain destinations on scheduled bases. The destinations and times change as the mission requires it. The aircraft are contracted commercial air carriers that you see everyday at commercial airports. The service and meals are comparable to what you would expect from a commercial airline. Movies and headsets are free to every passenger.
For space-available travelers, the Gateways have proved to be an invaluable source of transportation to and from overseas locations. For the active duty member stationed overseas who had to catch a flight (HOP) to the nearest Air Force Base, then find transportation to the airport while wasting many
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hours and dollars doing so, can now catch a HOP at their overseas location, land at one of the 4 Gateways, clear US Customs and proceed directly to their next flight. In most cases they can even have their baggage transferred onto their connecting flight. AMC Gateways also offer CONUS flights between Baltimore and Atlanta, and between Seattle and Los Angles. On April 1, 2003, AMC introduced a pilot test program that allows dependents of active duty and retired personnel to travel between CONUS locations with their sponsor.
Sea-Tac airport has everything you would expect from an international airport. All the major hotels are located close by and they offer transportation to and from the airport. Many offer military discounts and complimentary breakfast. Ground transportation is abundant. Everything from shuttles to nearby military installations to rental cars is all located at the airport. Eating establishments are everywhere both inside and outside the airport.
Military travel can be difficult enough without any extra hardships. To make life a little easier the USO at Sea-Tac is available to offer assistance. A wonderful group of volunteers, USO staffs an around the clock operation. This free service gives military people a place to sleep, watch TV, use a computer, and get a bite to eat. If you only have a few hours until your next flight, it's a great place to visit. The USO is located in the upper level of the main terminal and is available for
all ID-card holders and their families. All space-available travelers are reminded that travel is not guaranteed and that schedules, show times, and available seats can change without notice. Travelers should be aware that getting stuck at one of the Gateways can be expensive; hotels/motels can be costly if you are not prepared for it. Plan your trip as far in advance as you can. If you have to be someplace by a certain time, you should have funds available to fly commercial if need be. Contact your closest AMC passenger terminal for further guidance.
The Office of the Secretary of Defense has announced the establishment of the OSD Supply and Transportation Fellows Program This program, now centrally managed, was established through the merger of the Transportation Policy (TP) and Supply Chain Integration (SCI) Professional Enhancement Programs.
The new program is designed to encourage the career development of mid-level DoD logistics professionals, both military and defense civilian employees, who will help lead and manage DoD's Future Logistics Enterprise. For more than 27 years, the separate functional programs trained, mentored, and developed mid-grade supply and transportation professionals to assume higher levels of leadership and responsibility within DoD's supply and transportation organizations.
The program builds upon the successes of the original programs and still retains many of its features; however, the objective of the new program is to expose participants to all aspects of strategic logistics including total life cycle systems management, end-toend customer support, and enterprise integration.
The program begins in July and is one year in length. For a period of six months, military and defense civilian participants are integrated into the OSD TP and SCI offices working on policy formulation and evaluation. OSD works with the fellow's parent organization and the fellow to create a logistics development plan specifically tailored to the participant's career goals and objectives. For the remaining six months, fellows rotate through other senior headquarters elements such as the services' logistics staffs, and materiel commands, the Defense
Logistics Agency, the Military Traffic Management Command, and/or the Military Sealift Command.
The program provides a unique opportunity for the participants, exposing them to the full spectrum of logistics at both the department and service/agency level. The knowledge taken from their experiences is infused back into their parent organizations and the logistics community as a whole. The program is professionally challenging, but rewarding. The department seeks only highly motivated military and civilian logisticians that have demonstrated senior leadership potential.
Two tankers and one dry cargo ship completed the annual resupply of the remote Thule Air Base in Thule, Greenland, on July 28th.
The ships, USNS Paul Buck, MV Gus W. Darnell and MV American Tern, delivered fuel and containerized cargo to Thule as part of Operation Pacer Goose, the annual resupply of the air base.
Operation Pacer Goose is one of the Arctic outpost's few sources of food, spare parts and other manufactured goods needed each year. The ships taking part in the mission also remove all of the base's solid waste and nonrepairable equipment for return to the United States. All three ships are operated by Military Sealift Command, the ocean transportation provider for the department of defense.
After loading dry cargo in Hampton Roads, VA, American Tern sailed for Greenland and off-loaded July 21-28 in Thule. Paul Buck and Gus W. Darnell loaded in early July and discharged fuel at the base July 19-24. Civilian mariners aboard ships like these have provided key support in supplying the air base since 1952.
The tankers that participated in the operation, Paul Buck and Gus W. Darnell, are 615-foot ships named after World War II Merchant Marine Distinguished Service Medal recipients and were built with strengthened double hulls for service in icy waters. They are ideal for missions like Operation Pacer Goose and each has the capacity to carry 235,000 barrels of various fuels. Paul Buck is a governmentowned ship, while Gus W. Darnell is on long-term charter to MSC.
American Tern, the dry cargo ship charged with making the icy voyage to Greenland, is an MSC-chartered 521foot, ice-classed container ship. This will be the first Pacer Goose mission for the ship, which replaces MV Green Wave, a veteran of 18 previous missions to Thule. American Tern's mission also extends beyond Pacer Goose. The ship's strengthened hull makes it MSC's ideal choice to participate in Operation Deep Freeze, the annual resupply of McMurdo Research Station in Antarctica.
Thule, Greenland, is located between the North Pole and the Arctic Circle and is accessible by sea only from mid-June to mid-September due to thick ice that covers its coastal waters. Created in secret as a refueling base for strategic bombers during the Cold War, the base of more than 1,100 US Air Force, US Coast Guard and multinational personnel now serve as a detection and tracking station for objects traveling over the Arctic Circle.
The Navy's Military Sealift Command normally operates 120 civilian-crewed, noncombatant ships for a variety of missions around the world. That number expanded to more than 210 in March as additional ships were activated from reduced operating status or chartered for the command's support of US forces in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
From January to April 2003, MSC ships delivered more than 21 million square feet of combat equipment and other cargo-the equivalent of more
than 300 football fields-to the Central Command area of operations. The command's fleet support ships also pumped more than 117 million gallons of fuel to US Navy and coalition warships in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
MSC ship missions include underway replenishment of US Navy ships at sea, prepositioning and transport of defense cargo and at-sea data collection for the US military and other US government agencies.
While the Global War on Terrorism raged in the vast US Central Command's Theater early this year, US Forces continued to engage in major training exercises conducted on remote Pacific islands.
The 599th Transportation Group's presence spanned across the AsiaPacific region in support of two US Pacific Command joint combined exercises intended to strengthen security in the Pacific Command Theater.
While the Group's resources were already stretched by many members deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, senior leaders at the 599th recognized the valuable training opportunities provided by these two exercises.
As a result, two 599th deployment
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Iright: Exercise Tandem Thrust '03 load-up operation , being performed by a 599th Deployment Support Team (DST) in April.
The DSTs may have been small in number, but leaders were confident of the teams' ability to effectively execute the 599th's mission.
"The ability of the 599th deployment support team to rapidly deploy our seaport operations anywhere in the world ensures that exercise cargo and equipment get to our forces wherever they are and whenever they need it," said Col. Peter J. Gitto, commander of the 599th Transportation Group, based at Wheeler Army Air Field, Hawaii.
support teams, or DSTs, were task organized and deployed to separate islands in the Pacific.
In April, a three-member 599th DST began port operations in Guam and later on the island of Tinian in the Northern Marianas Islands, in support of Exercise Tandem Thrust 03.
More than 8,000 military members of the United States and Australian forces trained together in the western Pacific Ocean, nine time zones west of Washington, DC.
Two weeks later, a second threemember DST landed at the heart of Southeast Asia, in support of one of the largest Pacific Command exercises this year, the 19th annual United States-Philippine military exercise, Balikatan 2003.
The exercise, which involved more than 3,000 combined military personnel, focused on improving United States and Philippine Armed Forces' interoperability to rapidly respond to small-scale contingencies.
"Whether it is a real world contingency on the opposite side of the globe or a major exercise in our Pacific area of responsibility, we are trained and ready to execute our distribution mission," said Gitto.
DST members at both locations experienced an increased focus in coordinating the movement of exercise cargo and equipment with commercial ocean carriers as a result of the expanded use of Universal Service Contract 04 for deployment and redeployments.
John Fisher, chief of mobilization and readiness at the 599th, participated in both the planning and operational
The Scholarship Event at Union Station on Sunday evening is not to be missed. It offers opportunities for fun and challenge outside what you may anticipate. Join us and investigate!
No need to wonder what to do at the Forum this year. Your big decision is to make a choice. Monday has little structure to it. Browse Kansas City's most charming shopping, dining and entertainment district - The Country Club Plaza. The Plaza is a wonderful outdoor museum of romantic Spanish architecture and European artwhere people actually live and work amid its beauty. After browsing and shopping you will be transported to the Webster House for a gourmet lunch . The Webster House is a hundred-year old structure that was once a schoolhouse and today is beautifully renovated to house a shop of antiques and gifts and fine dining - everything is for sale!
HEEDING YOUR REQUESTS:
Monday and Tuesday morning we will have organized FITNESS ACTIVITIES led by your friends . One will be a morning fitness walk - time to be determined Just bring your walking shoes and comfortable clothes. Different leaders will be with you so you walk at your pace. Remember, this is fun and good for you.
We also hope to offer water exercise - low impact - and water relaxation. Bring your swimsuit and water shoes
(even the cheap ones at K-Mart will do). Water shoes are optional. I'll be the one to introduce you to the wonders of water.
Tuesday morning we invite you to join us for a late (about 9am) breakfast/brunch in the Hotel Terrace restaurant. We'll have seating set aside for our group. You are then free to plan your day. Check the listings in the Hospitality Suite for options, but two of the most popular will be to pamper yourself in the SPA (appointments required) so you are relaxed and look spectacular for the chairman's dinner, or tour the Hallmark Card facility located adjacent to the hotel complex. Or, just put your feet up, relax and visit with friends.
New this year is the HOSPITALITY SUITE. This is a great place to spend some time outside your room. The suite will be in Van Hom rooms A and B on the mezzanine, above the gift shop. We'll have puzzles to work, cards for bridge (or solitaire), or bring your favorite "game" to share, and always some friendly faces to visit and get to know. I've learned that Hospitality suites are where I stay in the "know" and make new friends. Contact Ms. Lisa Fasching if you have activity preferences or questions regarding the hospitality suite.
Mary Wykle mwykle@aol.com
stages for Balikatan 2003. This year he led the 599th DST in the Philippines and made the following observation.
"Significant difference [between Balikatan 2002 and 2003] was the use of commercial shipping of military cargo arriving in the Philippines from Hawaii and the US mainland," said Fisher.
"This created new challenges and required extensive planning to meet the required delivery date for the exercise."
According to Fisher, unlike a ship that is chartered by the Military Sealift Command, the commercial liner does not typically move military cargo directly from its port of origin to final destination. As a result of additional stops along the commercial liner service route and transshipments, planners need to incorporate this calculated time up front to ensure timely delivery of cargo.
Likewise, the DST in the Marianas worked in close cooperation with the commercial carrier to discharge and upload Horizon Lines vessels in Guam.
The DST subsequently loaded the MV Super Shuttle, a commercial vessel,
to transport 25th Infantry Division (Light) and Navy Mobile Construction Battalion 28 equipment from and to Guam and Tinian, all the while ensuring in-transit visibility and timely transfer of cargo.
Gordon Lowe, chief of the 599th's Universal Service Contract Management Office, who led the DST in the Marianas, applauded the flexibility and commitment of the industry partners supporting Tandem Thrust.
"The military's distribution requirements for Tandem Thrust 03 were dynamic, but our commercial distribution managers' flexibility and commitment never wavered." said Lowe.
Rounding out the DST in the Marianas were Pete Lujan and Marjorie Perez of Military Traffic Management Command's Field Office, Guam.
"Native to Guam, Lujan's and Perez's familiarity with the lay of the land and working relationship with industry partners from the area contributed to the success of our mission, "said Lowe.
Throughout Exercises Balikatan and Tandem Thrust, force protection was paramount.
With the looming threat of terrorism, force protection measures were heightened significantly to support safety in the Philippines.
For Fisher and other DST members Sergeant 1st Class Cassandra Hutchins and Staff Sgt. Sisi Fuluvaka, this meant traveling with armed escorts and being restricted to their working area.
While the terrorist assessment for Guam was lower, anti-terrorism and security considerations remained high to ensure the safety and well-being of each member.
Both Fisher and Lowe agreed on the value of participating in the multinational exercises.
"It [Exercise Balikatan 03] provides training of Group METL [mission essential task list] tasks as well as provides opportunities to establish close ties with local host nation personnel for future operations," said Fisher.
"The exercise [Tandem Thrust 03] provided valuable lessons that will help us streamline the distribution process involving commercial ocean carriers, as we continue to expand the use of USC 04 to execute our mission throughout the Pacific and beyond," said Lowe. DTJ
continued from page 12 attacks on large passenger aircraft on the ground or during takeoff when they are most vulnerable. Only one step down is an attack on a major airport or airports. Should, however, such attack(s) fail, it is then likely that softer targets will be given increased priority but not until an attack or attacks on a major target fails.'
Large bridges and tunnels. Immediately after 9-11 and up to the present, intelligence sources have warned that high profile bridges such as San Francisco's Golden Gate bridge, New York's Brooklyn bridge, and Washington, DC's Potomac bridges are likely terrorist targets. Depending on the level of the Homeland Security alert, e.g., "elevated," etc., such bridges have been provided with additional security as have major tunnels,
e.g., New York's Holland and Lincoln tunnels. The number of high profile bridges and tunnels that would be considered acceptable terrorist targets is not large when compared to other major targets, e.g., hub airports. That said, the payoff for a successful attack on a large bridge or tunnel would be the political/psychological impact precisely because we have identified them as likely targets and have taken a number of measures to insure their security. But like surf.ace transport vehicles, an attack on smaller bridges and tunnels could be interpreted as a sign of terrorist weakness.
In either case, geographic area impact and damage to the national economy would be minimal. Casualties would nupiber in the dozens, not hundreds or thousands.
Transportation targets (from a terrorist point of view) that rank equaiiy with nuclear power plants, large sports venues, and other major non-transportation targets cited above include: large, loaded passenger aircraft, including foreign- flag international carriers; major airports/hub airports; high profile bridges and tunnels; and large, loaded cruise ships,
While the below is not an exhaustive list, it does represent a fair sample of likely targets as identified by the Department of Homeland Security and recognized terrorism experts. Large payoff targets include:
• Nuclear power plants.
• Water supplies for large cities.
• Bio-chem attacks on large populations.
• Large sports venues.
• Large shopping malls.
• High profile Federal and state government buildings, e.g., main post offices in large cities.
• Commercial high rise buildings, e.g., New York's Empire State, the Sears Tower in Chicago and large hotels and condominiums.
• High profile national monuments, e.g., Statue of Liberty.
• Power systems for large cities.
• Communications systems serving large populations, e.g, the Internet.
• Large cruise ships.
• Large oil refineries.
With the exception of nuclear power plants, each of the above has a low profile, less important counterpart, e.g., small sports venues, small shopping malls, and water supplies for smaller cities and towns. But like second-order transportation targets, an initial attack on these assets, instead of an attack on a major target, could be perceived as a terrorist weakness.
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To most of us the number 55 first brings to mind the most prevalent speed limit on our Nation's highway. And, that's alright because that certainly has a tie in with transportation-the central theme of our association. But
55 also seems to be a very significant anniversary date for a multitude of important transportation achievements that took place just 55 years ago when our association was only four years old. Do you remember that it was back in 1948 that the following happened?
The Berlin Airlift - Operation Vittles. The largest single transportation operation since the WWII Red Ball Express began Chronicled in the N/D 1948 Army Transportation Journal
Legislation was passed creating the National Military Establishment (NME), to include the Department of Defense, the United States Air Force, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the National Security Council-the most comprehensive re-structuring of the Nation's defense and security establishment since the founding of the country
The Military Air Transport Service (MATS) established. Forerunner of today 's Air Mobility Command (AMC). June 1948.
NDTA starts its ROTC Awards Program, and begins the "Honor Roll" of Corporate Members in the DTJ. All were launched at the 1948 Forum in New Orleans. Chronicled in the M/J 1948 Army Transportation Journal.
The prestigious National Transportation Award is established by NDTA. Originally presented as a traveling trophy passed from winner to winner each year; later on permanent display in the Pentagon, and now located at the NDTA national headquarters. Chronicled in the N/D 1948 Army Transportation Journal.
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ABF Freight System, Inc.
AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.
Accenture
AirNet Express
Air Transport Assn. of America
Air Transport International, LLC
Alamo Rent A Car
All-State Express, Inc.
American Airlines
American Automar
American Maritime Congress
American Maritime Officers
American Ocean Enterprises, Inc.
American Road Line
American Shipbuilding Assn.
American Trans Air
American Trucking Association
Anteon Corp.
American President Lines, Ltd.
Associated Global Systems
AT&TGovernment Solutions
Atlas Van Lines, Inc.
Baggett Transportation Co.
BAX Global
Boeing Co., The Boaz Allen & Hamilton
Boyle Transportation, Inc.
Bristol Associates
Carlson Hotels Worldwide
Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Cendant Corp.
Center for the Commercial Deployment of Transportation Technologies (CCOoTD
Central Delivery Service of Washington, Inc.
Chamber of Shipping of America
Computer Sciences Corp.
Consolidated Safety Services, Inc.
CorTrans Logistics, LLC
Acme Truck Lines, Inc.
Advantage Rent-A-Car
AIRGO Industries
Alcosys, Inc.
Alion Science & Technology
American Moving & Storage Assn.
American Ship Mgmt., LLC
Arven Freight Forwarding, Inc.
Asya International Movers
Avis Rent ACar
Baymon! Inns and Suites/ Woodfield Suites
Bearing Inspection, Inc.
B.F. Saul Company
BTC Management Systems, Inc.
Candlewood Suites
Cartwright International
CRST International, Inc.
Crowley Maritime Corp.
CSX Transportation
C2 Freight Resources
Dallas & Mavis Specialized Carriers
Delta Air Lines, Inc.
OHL Airways
Dimensions International, Inc.
Dollar Rent ACar
DynCorp
Dyn Marine and Logistics Services
Dynamics Research Corp.
Eagle Global Logistics LLC
Europcar
Evergreen lnt'I Airlines, Inc.
EWA Information and Infrastructure Technologies, Inc.
FedEx Custom Critical, Inc.
FedEx Services
First American Bulk Carrier Corp.
FMC Airport Systems
FRAPORT AG
GE Aircraft Engines
General Dynamics/American Overseas Marine
Global Maritime and Transportation School
i2 Technologies
IBM
lntermarine, Inc.
International Longshoremen's Association, AFL-CIO
Intl. Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots
Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc.
Kansas City Southern Railway
Keystone Shipping Company
CSI Aviation Services
DHL Japan, Inc.
Gelco Government Network
Great American Lines
Green Valley Transportalion Corp.
Hawthorn Suites-Alexandria
Hertz Corp.
Holiday Inn Harrisburg West
Horizon Lines, LLC
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Innovative Logistics Techniques, Inc.
Interstate Worldwide Relocation
La Quinta Inns, Inc.
Labelmaster Software
Labor Management Maritime Committee, Inc.
Lake Charles Harbor
& Terminal District
Logistics Management Resources, Inc.
Landstar System, Inc.
Liberty Maritime Corporation
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
Logistics Management Institute
Lykes Lines Ltd., LLC
Maersk Sealand
Manugistics Group
Matson Navigation Co.
Mayflower Transit
MEBA, District No. 1 - PCD
Mercer Transportation Co.
National Air Cargo
National Air Carrier Assn.
National Van Lines
North American Airlines, Inc.
Northwest Airlines, Inc.
OAG Worldwide
Ocean Shipholdings, Inc.
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
Omni Air International
OSG Ship Management, Inc.
Overnite Transportation Co.
P&O Nedlloyd Ltd.
The Pasha Group
Pilot Air Freight
Port Authority of N.Y. & N.J., The
Port of Beaumont
Port of Oakland
Powersource Transportation, Inc.
Pratt and Whitney, aUnited Technologies Co.
Priority Air Express, LLC
Roadway Express, Inc.
R&R Trucking
SDV Horoz Uluslararasi Tasimacilik A.S.
Sabre
Sandia National Laboratories
LoneStar Transportation, Inc.
LTD Hotel Management Co.
LXE, Inc.
MacSema, Inc.
Maersk K.K.
Marriott Execustay
MCR Federal
MegaSys, Inc.
Military Living Publications
Modern Technologies Corp.
Morten Beyer & Agnew
National Car Rental
NCI Information Systems, Inc.
Oakwood Corporate Housing
Omega World Travel
Panther II Transportation, Inc.
Philadelphia Regional Port Authority
Port of Corpus Christi Authority
Port of Galveston
SatoTravel Savi Technology
Sea Containers America,
Sealed Air Corp.
Sea Star Line, LLC
Seafarers lnt'I Union of Southwest Airrines
SRA International Corp.
Stanley Associates, Inc.
Stevedoring Services
SupplyCore, Inc.
Teco Ocean Shipping Totem Ocean Trailer Express,
Transcor, Inc.
Transportation Institute
Transportation Management (TMD
TRI-STATE Expedited
TSMT
TTX Company
Union Pacific Railroad
United Airlines
United Parcel Service
United Van Lines, Inc.
US Airways
U.S. Ship Management,
U.S. Xpress Enterprises, UTXL, Inc.
VT Halter Marine, Inc.
Waterman Steamship (Central Gulf Lines)
World Airways, Inc.
Xpress Global Systems
Preferred Systems Solutions, Quality Support, Inc.
Quantum Logistics
Radian, Inc.
SAIC
Sea Box, Inc.
Team Worldwide
Thrifty Car Rental
Trailer Bridge, Inc.
Trailway Transportation System
TransAtlanlic Lines LLC
TransOceanic Shipping Co., TRANSCAR, GmbH
Travel-Supplements, Menuco
US Bank PowerTrack
Venture Transport, Inc., an Virginian Suites, The
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I found this book to be an entertaining look at how to one's leadership ability. I particularly enjoyed the chapter entitled and Self-Leadership" in which authors explore the notion leadership contributes to good habits, and good fitness in turn one to be more personally effective their work and their lives. While of us cannot hope to attain activity maintained by Dr. marathons, 30 mile runs, etc.), benefit from appreciating the effects of daily exercise and diet. I have no doubt that the notion is correct: the lessons tained in the book can be applied all individuals, especially those live hectic lives with busy schedules. After all, that description applies to most of us. DTJ
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OAG, www.gov-oag.com ...................................................... p.45 Boeing, www.boeing.com
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