Captain's Blog Vol. 2

CAPTAIN'S BLOG From the MD's Desk PILOT ROXY FULLER

Generally Speaking Mr. Tyrone Webster

Our New FLEET SAFETY CAPTAIN

CAPTAIN RICARDO ROACH

SPOT

LIGHT Mr

Dear Crew

From the Ops Manager Michael Dobson

PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd. T e a m

Volume TWO

N e w s l e t t e r

OCTOBER 18, 2023

"Thank you Team for using your remarkable talents and skills to fuel our mutual efforts."

PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd.

Thirty Years PHOTO CREDIT: JORDON SMITH

TABLE OF

CONTENTS TENTS 04 The Passing of a Giant Pilot “Freddy’ Linton

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From the MD’s Desk Saluting the Team Pilot Roxy Fuller

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The Audacity of Bold Tugboat Shopping SPOTLIGHT Fleet Safety Captain Captain Ricardo Roach

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CREW SAFETY - Drills

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Team Kudos

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From the GM’s Desk

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SALUTE

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Taking Stock

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Dear Crew

Mr. Raymond, Mr. Curry and Mr. Richards

Mr. Tyrone Webster

Engineers McLeish and Garvey (Retired)

Mr. ‘Larry’ Harris

Mr. Michael Dobson

Pilot Alfred Lawrence Linton April 19, 1933 - August 2, 2023

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L F R E D

Linton

But his soul went out to sea.

I know, for I heard, when all was still, His sea-soul say to me: Put no tombstone at my head, For here I do not make my bed.

Strew no flowers on my grave, I’ve gone back to the wind and wave.

Do not, do not weep for me, For I am happy with my sea.

Langston Hughes

Alfred Lawrence Linton (Freddy), Former PORT AUTHORITY MARINE PILOT and Share Holder of the PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd. is a recipient of the Badge of Honour for his Merritorious Service.

As a Master Trainer and Teacher of Seamanship, Pilot Freddy is remembered for his life changing contributions. He is known for his ability to simplify the theory of navigation and for tutoring many marine Officers.

Countless Seamen have benefitted from Pilot Freddy’s teachings and minimaritime university at #3 Bedford Park Ave, Kingston, where all who wished to learn attended.

We honour one of PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd.’s founding fathers for his selflessness, his sound knowledge and piloting prowess.

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MD's Desk

PILOT

Roxy Fuller

PORTSIDE TOWING LIMITED

SALUTING THE TEAM

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Executive Secretary

Everrod James

Warehouse Attendant/Driver

Leon Vassell

TonicaStewart

Nirdia Roberts

Lorriston Harris

Junior Accountant

Accountant

Office Attendant

The Shore Based Team

Sherene Reid

Procurement Manager

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THE BRAND The essence of who we are is YOU! We are honoured to have a team of passionate professionals who are devoted to the growth of this dream.

PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. is a brand that has HEART AND SOUL. We therefore ensure that those who join our TEAM, become a part of our DREAM.

As we continue to expand into new territories and make BOLD, DARING steps, it is important that the story of our BRAND is told with the authenticity, the integrity and the professionalism that is at the core of what we believe in and who we are.

I therefore encourage you to continue to represent the PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd. BRAND in a positive way. As you continue to build you own professional profile, operate in a spirit of EXCELLENCE that embodies a First World Brand...ALWAYS. Be a positive representative of our PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. family and know that we think of you all with PRIDE and Appreciation!

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TUGBOATS

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THE AUDACITY OF BOLD

TUGBOAT

SHOPPING There is audacity of the BOLDNESS of these men, the working directors of PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. Roy ‘Roxy’ Fuller, Derrick Brandt and Hubert Kerr. An audacity that dictates that they continue to nurture and feed the Vision of the Founding Father, Hermon King and ensure that the Company grows to become the Jamaican Giant that it is destined to be. The growth of PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd. has been unmatched. A concentrated combination of an Amazing Dream, an Excellent Team, and a fool-proof Expansion Plan.

...Only the best is good enough, the best value for the shareholder’s investments that is.

Along on this Mission in Mexico, are the committed Team Members, ‘Chief’ McLeish and Captain Williams.

SPOTLIGHT

FLEET SAFETY CAPTAIN

FRESH FASHION

INTRODUCING OUR NEW

CAPTAIN RICARDO ROACH

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COMMANDER ROACH

My proudest moment came in 2010 when I completed my studies at CMI (now CMU) and subsequently passing my exams at MAJ. PTL: The Maritime bug has bitten you and now you are known for your commitment to the industry, your professionalism and dedication to the Company. When did you start in Maritime?

RR: My Maritime journey started on January 21st 2000. This was such a GREAT experience. I remember everything about it!

Montego Bay to Discovery Bay. We left Montego Bay at 2000 hrs and got to Discovery Bay at Midnight.

PTL: I am sure that you have had some stellar moments in your career. What is your proudest moment?

RR: Yes, I have had many proud moments. but easily my proudest moment came in 2010 when I completed my studies at CMI (now CMU) and subsequently passing my exams at the MAJ.

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PTL: Who has made the biggest impression on you along you journey?

RR: The Person who had the greatest impact/impression on my career is Captain Dennis Williams, PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. Port Captain and Training Captain. He is the person who trained me and instilled the values and the skills that have helped me to become the Captain that I am today. Capt. Williams has selflessly impacted the lives of many seamen. He is first one to see my talents and believe in me more than I believed in myself.

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CAPT. ROACH PTL: Why are Safety and Maritime regulations on a whole important?

RR: RR

RR: It is a proven fact that poor safety practices can lead to serious accidents onboard the vessels. These habits create an unsafe environment for the crew and their vessel which can lead to serious injury and even death.

As Seafearers it is critical for IMO regulated safety practices to become second nature to us meaning constantly at the front of our thoughts...and of utmost priority, for the well-being first of all of the Crew Members and of course the Vessels.

You see, abiding by the rules is very important as it helps to keep everyone safe. Knowing and following the rules help the Captains to create a more comfortable environment.

FLEET SAFETY CAPTAIN PTL: What do you hope to bring to this new role?

RR: RR

RR: In this new role, I hope to foster a mindset of SAFETY across the board that will help PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. to achieve a low to zero rate of incidents and accidents and inturn earn an Internationally respected reputation of Regulatory Safety Compliance.

I wish to make this the Mindset of all TEAMMEMBERS. My plan is to hit the ground running by completing Internationally accepted audits of the crewmembers and vessels. The end result will no doubt be a TEAM of professionals who are confident in their compliance and who can stand ‘Head and Shoulders’ with any Tugboat Crew from any part of the world.

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The

IMPORTANCE OF THE ON BOARD CREW TRAININGS AND DRILLS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE VESSELS' SAFETY

In spite of technological development the number of accidents at sea is not decreasing.

Majority of the incidents have their origins in human errors, which

CREW SAFETY

might have been caused by bad communication, lack of knowledge or experience, poor training, remissness, wrong management system and many others. Understanding the role of the human element within the system is essential for safety mprovement. One of the ways of finding out about the dangers, which can occur onboard because of the human factor, is to check crew skills in practice and improve them with onboard training and drills (E. Barsan et al. 2012).

Drills and trainings on boards of the ships are the essential part of seafarers’ professions. There are many regulations which describe the way and frequency of drill conducting. Regulations 25 and 26 from Chapter III Safety of Life at Sea 74 Convention specify muster lists and drills practice on board of passenger and cargo vessels. The most important and requiring much attention are: abandon ship drill, firefighting drill and general emergency alarm drill. What is more, every ship has a contingency plan concerning a procedure practice for a variety of situations that may occur on board of this vessel.

Preparation of the muster lists is an obligation of a ship master. IThe crew has to understand that conducted drills are not just their duty but the means to ensure their safety and increase the efficiency of the vessel’s operation.

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JOANNA A. SZCZEŚNIAK∗ Gdynia Maritime University Faculty of Navigation

TEAM

KUDOS One of my high points of my visit to Montego Bay on September 6, 2023, was the observed drastic improvement in the cleanliness & aesthetics of engine room of the tug "Duke Fuller, albeit it is a work in progress.

I am expressing my commendation to Kishawn and the other engineers ( Currie & Horoy) for their effort and initiative in work done so far in the improvement aof the aesthetic appearance of the machinery space (surface prep & paintworks).”

ENGINEERING CONSULTANT

Mr. Raymond, Mr. Curry and Mr. Richards

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EMERGCOM

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION

ENGINEERING Inform MD

Inform GM

Call Ops Manager

Call Consultant

Call Electrician

Call Port Engineer

Engine Crisis

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UPWARD AND FORWARD

from the General Manager's Desk

MR. TYRONE WEBSTER

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FROM THE GM’S DESK Maintenance

I am very pleased... to say that there are significant improvements in the maintenance of the vessels, A massive ‘THANK YOU’ to the Crew Members who have responded positively to our call for improvements in efforts and quality of work and we are quite pleased to see the new direction. I am sure that the tugs are happy as well.

(smile!)

There are others who need to catch up with the fore-runners and we continue to urge you to make the needed change to join us as we strive for excellence.

If each tugboat crew plays their part in ensuring that their tug is well-maintained then we will have a strong chain which leads to a strong Company.

Let us be mindful that we still have some way to go in achieving our maintenance objectives. I am sure that if we all play our roles in strengthening the chain and we all pull together as...

ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE! PAGE TWENTY| UPWARD

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TRAINING TRAINING NEEDS ANALYSIS

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We are committed to ensuring that the required level of qualification and training needed to ensure that performance excellence is achieved by all is attained. We are encouraging all to seek out the necessary training required for excellent performance. We will be scheduling more in-house training courses in some key areas relating to all areas of operation. Leadership, Crew Resources Management and Soft Skills Training will all be conducted internally.

We have appointed Captain Ricardo Roach as the Fleet Safety Captain with responsibility for among other things, Vessel and Crew Audit and ASD Commander Training. We are sure that as he goes through his duties, training needs will be Identified and scheduled accordingly.

We also encourage all team members to contact the Department to have their files updated with all their completed qualifications. This is important for the drafting of individual training needs assessments.

We are currently in discussions with Training entities to have courses designed and executed.

Look out for new team members who will be enrolled in the ‘Captain Upgrade N OProgramme’ M A D I C | 2 as 4 well as our Apprenticeship Programme.

Our aim is to have all crewmembers brought up to the required levels of qualification for operating 18 in the respective roles.

From the GM’s Desk

TYRONE WEBSTER

Growth There are a few fundamental requirements for the growth of our business. I will address two (2) of these requirements: 1.

Well-maintained tugs that will be reliable and able to accomplish the assigned tasks safely, effectively, and efficiently.

Customers who are well satisfied.

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Highly trained, skilled and competent crew members who are properly attired and complete their duties safely, effectively and efficiently .

This will lead to increased business as our customers will be willing to do business with us.

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ENGINEER MCLEISH (RETIRED)

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Selfless Commitment

“A community grows when men plant trees in whose shade they may never sit.” These two Engineering Legends have planted massive ‘trees’ at PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. Many team members today benefit from the ‘Shade’ of these trees, the contributions that they made, the selfless attention to the PORTSIDE Mission and their determination to performance with a spirit of Excellence. Many have learned from them and be been trained by them.

ENGINEER GARVEY (RETIRED)

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TAKING STOCK WITH ‘LARRY’ HARRIS

Mr. Harris is the Procurement Manager. A critical supporting role in the PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. Shore-Based team.

Mr. Harris and his able support, the Warehouse Clerk/Driver, Everrod James, ‘James’ ensures that parts are supplied for maintenance. This role calls for a comprehensive list of suppliers and vendors with whom he interact of a timely basis and who are ready to supply spare parts for the maintenance of the tugboats. Mr. Harris is also responsible for the maintenance of the fleet of cars and machinery own by PORTSIDE TOWING Ltd. Have you ever wondered where items for the care of team members and galley tools come from?

Well those are from the Mr. Harris and the procurement team.

The team, under the guidance of the Engineering legend Mr. Garvey and the Mr. Brown, meticulously identified the parts The parts were cleaned, entered in the electronic sheet and shelved.

The newly organized warehouse is a plus for PORTSIDE TOWING LTD. as no longer will there be a guess if particular parts, especially those for the older tug are in the warehouse, the edited Spread Sheet will hold the answer to availability.

The next phase will include the production of the Procurement Manual by Mr. Harris and his team.

The stream-lining of the warehousing is an important activity for the Maintenance programme.

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Dear Crew...

P R O F E S S I O N A L I S M

A T T I T U D E

n o s b o D l e a h c i M THE OPERATIONS MANAGER

PLANNING

Professionalism is of paramount importance in various aspects of life, which includes the workplace, and personal interactions. It encompasses a set of behaviors, attitudes, and qualities that reflect competence, integrity, and a commitment to high standards. Here are several reasons highlighting the importance of professionalism: 1. Credibility and Trustworthiness 2. Effective Communication 3. Positive Reputation 4. Ethical Conduct 5. Problem Solving 6. Customer Satisfaction 7. Conflict Resolution 8. Teamwork 9. Legal and Regulatory Compliance 10. Leadership 11. Long-Term Success In summary, professionalism is not only a personal attribute but also a critical element for the success and well-being of individuals and organizations. It sets a high standard for behavior, ethics, and performance, contributing to a positive and productive environment in various contexts.

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AN EVOLVED ATTITUDE An evolved attitude refers to a mindset or perspective that has developed and matured over time, often through learning, experience, reflection, and personal growth. It signifies a more advanced or refined way of thinking and approaching various aspects of life including your work environment. Here are some key characteristics and elements associated with an evolved attitude: 1. Open-Mindedness 2. Resilience 3. Self-Awareness 4. Critical Thinking 5. Responsibility 6. Lifelong Learning In summary, an evolved attitude represents a more enlightened, compassionate, and balanced approach to life. It is marked by personal growth, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to positive change. It is a mindset that fosters greater harmony, understanding, and well-being, both for an individual and an organisation.This attitude creates a harmonious work environment and fosters a sense of unity and camaraderie among the crew. Lastly, I want to emphasize the importance of discipline within our crew. The nature of our industry demands strict adherence to safety protocols, adherence to schedules, and meticulous attention to detail.

Our tugboat crew for the most part demonstrates reasonably high levels of discipline, ensuring that every operation is conducted with the utmost care and precision.

This disciplined approach not only ensures the safety of our crew and assets but also reinforces our company's reputation as a trusted and reliable service provider.

To all our tugboat crew members, please accept my gratitude for your commitment to always try to do better. Your expertise, attitude, and discipline have not gone unnoticed, and they serve as an inspiration to all the crew. Your hard work and dedication are invaluable to the Company's success.

I encourage everyone to take a moment to appreciate the efforts of our tugboat crew members. Let us continue to support, recognize, and motivate each other with unwavering expertise, exhibit positive attitudes, and uphold discipline.

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Jevaughn Wallace

Capt. Timothy Kitson

Seamen’s Pose

Kishawn Raymond

PORTSIDE

Towing

Adrian Thompson

PHOTO CREDIT: JORDON SMITH