The Exchange: November/December 2020

IN THIS ISSUE: Celebrating our Members!

Port Report Association Updates

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LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

TABLE OF CONTENTS Board of Directors

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We’ve made it to the 4th Quarter of 2020 and what a year it has been.

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We are grateful to have the opportunity to showcase some of our members in this issue and celebrate the continuous movement of commerce along our River system! As we start to close out the year, we want to take a moment and wish all of our members a very happy (and safe!) holiday season.

The Port Report

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Port of Kalama

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Port of Portland

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Liz Wainwright, Executive Director Merchants Exchange

Association Updates

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Lower Columbia Region Harbor Safety Committee

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NOTE FROM THE EDITORIAL TEAM

Clean Rivers Cooperative

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Maritime Fire and Safety Association

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Staff Congratulations

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Merchants Exchange Scholarship Fund

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Maritime Commerce Club

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Shipping Eduction Series

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Friends of the Exchange

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The Exchange is the bi-monthly newsletter of the Merchants Exchange. We are pleased to share the work being done by staff and the direction we are going, as well as community news and reports from industry stakeholders.

Members: If you have an article or an announcement that you would like to be included in future issues of The Exchange, please contact us:newsletter@pdxmex.com.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Carl Bertapelle (2023) President Talon Marine Services

Roger Hsieh (2021) Treasurer BNSF Railway Company

Todd Krout (2023) Vice President Port of Vancouver USA

Chris Cummins (2021) Secretary General Steamship Corp

Eric Kastner (2022) Cascade Marine Agencies LTD

Geoff Doerfler (2021) Tidewater Barge Lines

Matt Huffman (2021) TEMCO

Ryan Statz (2022) Columbia Grain, Inc.

Alex Scott (2023) Anchorage Launch Co.

William Monroe (2022) Ports America

Jerry Henderson (Ex Officio) Board President, Clean Rivers Cooperative Chevron Marketing Terminal Mat Cusma (Ex Officio) Board President, Maritime Fire & Safety Association Schnitzer Steel Capt. Jeremy Nielsen (Ex Officio) Columbia River Pilots Legal Counsel: Tyson Calvert, Esq. Lindsay Hart LLP

MEMBERSHIP Our membership makes up the core of the local marine shipping community. Our members include, but are not limited to, steamship operators, admiralty attorneys, customs brokers, tug and barge companies, freight forwarders, stevedores, ship repair service facilities and port authorities.

The Exchange is a provider of vessel and cargo information. It serves as a hub for local industry

education as well as association management and networking activities. Our members enjoy a direct relationship with the Merchants Exchange and its services. Each member company is able to vote for Merchants Exchange board of director nominees and is eligible for board membership. All of our services and activities are member focused.

Vessel and cargo information services that are currently offered include: • Vessel Reporting • Communication Support Service • Vessel and Cargo Statistics • Daily Grain Bulletin • Grain Committee Membership • Answering Service • Special Reports and Services

The Merchants Exchange caters its services to the ever-changing needs of local industry. We are constantly working to develop new ways to help our members do business. If the service you need is not listed, ask us and we can work to develop it for you.

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2020 MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

MERCHANTS EXCHANGE CELEBRATES OUR MEMBERS’ SUCCESSES OVER THE YEAR As 2020 comes to a close, we want to celebrate the essential, critical workforce that makes up the maritime industry. Despite the many disruptions and changes brought to us by the global COVID-19 pandemic, we have persevered and stayed the course. This edition of The Exchange highlights a few of our members and their accomplishments this year.

We would like to thank all our members for their continued support of the Merchants Exchange.

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2020 MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

ANCHORAGE LAUNCH OPENED CARGO TERMINAL OPERATIONS IN KALAMA In May of 2020, Anchorage Launch Services Company opened their long-awaited cargo terminal operations in Kalama, Washington.

“There is not a facility like the Port of Kalama’s commercial wharf on the entire Columbia River—this exceptional centrally-located facility includes a crane and forklift to keep us operating 24/7, 365 days a year. That enables us to serve ships more efficiently than ever,” says Alex Scott, chief operating officer, Anchorage Launch Services. “We listened to our customers to understand their needs, and this new facility and home for our operations raises the bar on what we can offer our clients. Our new terminal will save untold amounts of time, energy, and money for the maritime industry. This could not be a better location to serve commerce on the entire river. This is not just a win for Anchorage Launch, it is a win for the Columbia River shipping industry. We are very grateful for all the men and women who worked so hard for so long to complete this project. Truly a team effort and a team win. A huge ‘thank you’ to all involved.”

clients from our new commercial wharf,” says Troy Stariha, president, Port of Kalama Board of Commissioners. “Not only will their presence here better serve our visiting commercial ships—and those at ports along the Columbia River—but the growing business will add local jobs and contribute to the local economy as operations get underway. We are delighted they have chosen the Port of Kalama to call home.”

Anchorage Launch Services Company is a woman-owned small business, founded in 1983

by Mary Shaver. Servicing the entire Columbia & Willamette River systems with a fleet of five vessels, including launch and cargo service outside the Columbia River Bar. 503-246-0535 | anchoragelaunch.com

The Port of Kalama modified and refurbished components of a barge to develop the long-planned commercial dock last year and prepare for a maritime client including furnishing and installing bulkheads, bullrails, fenders, ladders, new spud piles and a gangway landing platform.

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2020 MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

FOSS TO LAUNCH THREE ADDITIONAL ASD-90 TUGS In 2020, Saltchuk Marine’s four ASD-90 tug builds got underway with the christening of the Jamie Ann in March. The Jamie Ann is currently serving customers in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Sarah Avrick launched last month and will be serving AmNav in the same market. The Leisa Florence is scheduled to launch by the end of the year and the Rachael Allen will launch in early 2021.

All tugs include two MTU Tier 4 engines producing 6,866 horsepower, which meets the EPA’s highest standards. The engines reduce particulate and nitrogen oxide emissions to near zero through an SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system but are also powerful enough to escort the largest tankers and container ships calling at the U.S. West Coast ports they will serve.

“We’re building these vessels to the most stringent emissions standards in the world,” said Janic Trapenier, the Foss naval architect managing the project. “These were built to satisfy the requirements of the State of California – requirements we believe will soon be required of the rest of the country and the world.”

The vessels’ upgraded safety features are equally impressive and focus on crew safety on deck, wheelhouse visibility, winch operations and sound abatement in the engine room and staterooms. The tugs have over 90-ton bollard pull, bow and stern, low noise emissions and very low smoke emissions.

Due to COVID-19, Saltchuk Marine will not be hosting live, in-person christening ceremonies.

Instead, a christening video is currently in the works to highlight the launch of the Sarah, Leisa and Rachael tugs. Foss Maritime COO Will Roberts said, “The christening is a time where we talk to the shipyard, to the major contributors of the organization and especially to the family or the namesake. It’s very important for Saltchuk, 6

Saltchuk Marine, Foss and AmNav to name our vessels after important members of our community.”

“The boats are wonderful, but it is all of the people that make these things happen.

From our engineering team to the deck and everybody who’s operating these vessels, that’s what makes our company the best it can be,” said Roberts.

Saltchuk Marine CEO, Jason Childs said, “The 30‑year lifespan of a tugboat, the number of jobs that it’s going to create for people, the number of vessels it’s going to move and assist and the amount of goods that are going to be directly affected by us, it really makes a difference.”

Childs added, “the last boat we christened, the Jamie Ann, its very first job was to move the USNS Mercy ship into the LA harbor where it was going to help COVID patients. I’m hopeful these tugs have a long legacy of doing the right thing for people.”

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2020 MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

SHAVER CELEBRATES 140 YEARS The Shaver Transportation Company is celebrating 140 years of service in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1880, Shaver has operated on the Columbia Snake River System and it continues to be the best marine transportation company in the region five generations later.

Shaver has grown with the city of Portland and is now the oldest continuously operating tugboat company on the west coast. The company focuses on three lines of business: ship assist, grain and commodity transportation, and harbor/marine services.

This past year, Harry Shaver passed away. As Chairman of the Board and CFO, Harry was a driving force in the company’s growth. His son, Captain Steve Shaver, is now in his 46th year with the company, and his 20th year as President.

Steve’s sister, Samantha Shaver, will move to Portland and join the company full-time in 2021. Together with Shaver’s employees, Steve and Samantha will continue Harry’s legacy of providing safe, reliable service to the maritime industry in the Pacific Northwest.

Shaver continues to upgrade and innovate for its customers and employees. Most recently, the company added the Samantha S to its fleet of fifteen tugs and twenty grain barges.

The Samantha S is a state-of-the-art tug with unmatched capability in the region. At 8400 HP and over 110 tons of bollard pull, the Samantha S is easily the most powerful tug on the Columbia River and the only tug in the region capable of escorting vessels under tow across the Columbia River Bar. The Samantha S also maintains an advanced “FiFi” system to provide off-ship or external firefighting services to other vessels and structures. Shaver also just completed THE EXCHANGE | WWW.PDXMEX.COM

Shaver Family - Steve, Harry, Samantha construction of its 4040 sq. ft. Operations Center at their Portland headquarters, and next year will build a sister ship to the Sommer S. Similar in design, this tug will be a great addition to the company’s harbor and ship assist divisions.

Shaver’s success is a result of the hard work, adaptability and tenacity of its employees and its relationships with its customers and strategic partners. This combination will continue to drive the company’s growth year after year. The Shaver Transportation Company looks forward to serving its customers and employees for many more generations and it will remain invested in the growth of the Pacific Northwest.

For more information, visit www. shavertransportation.com.

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TIDEWATER ANNOUNCES NEW LEADERSHIP

There are a couple of new faces at Tidewater Transportation and Terminals.

Taking the role of Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer is Johan Sperling, who will have direct oversight and responsibility for the Maintenance and Engineering Department, Vessel Operations, Dispatch and Terminal Operations. In the newly created role of Johan Sperling, Vice President, Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer Chief Commercial Officer, Tidewater welcomes Aaron Degodny, who will focus on establishing strategic partnerships in new markets, expanding and strengthening client relationships, and extending the regional and global footprint of Tidewater.

“Both Johan and Aaron are extremely accomplished executives who bring to Tidewater deep industry, market, and operational knowledge,” said Todd Busch, President and Chief Executive Officer of Tidewater Transportation and Terminal.

“Tidewater is thrilled to have both on board as we enter a new stage of growth.”

Johan Sperling came to Tidewater from Crowley Shipping Group in Seattle, Washington in September. He was the Vice President of Marine Services, leading ship assist and tanker escort services, as well as overseeing the ocean-class tug and flat-deck barge fleets. The native of Sweden has relocated to southwest Washington with his wife and two dogs.

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"I am incredibly energized to help lead Tidewater to its next phase of innovation tied with operational excellence," said Sperling.

Prior to joining Tidewater in October, Aaron Degodny was the President and Chief Aaron Degodny, Vice President, Operating Officer Chief Commercial Officer at Rand Logistics, Inc., a leading provider of bulk freight shipping solutions throughout the Great Lakes region. He also served as Rand’s Chief Commercial Officer, transforming Rand’s commercial, logistics and customer service functions into a best-in-class operation. He looks forward to exploring the Pacific Northwest with his family.

“I quickly learned that people are at the heart of Tidewater,” said Degodny. “I am truly fortunate to lead a talented team of highly-capable and passionate individuals who are committed to realizing our ambitious growth strategy while always upholding our customer-centric and safety culture.”

Tidewater was founded in 1932 and has evolved from a barge line, primarily handling wheat, into Tidewater Holdings Inc., a multi-commodity transportation, terminal, and marine construction and repair company serving the diverse and evolving transportation needs of the Pacific Northwest.

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THE PORT REPORT The Columbia River Maritime Transportation System has 23 ports over the course of 3 waterways. We are pleased to provide an outlet for local ports to share their news with our membership.

Will Isom Executive Director Port of Astoria

Juliana Marler Chief Executive Officer Port of Vancouver USA

Curtis Robinhold Executive Director Port of Portland

Dan Stahl Interim Chief Executive Officer Port of Longview

Mark Wilson Executive Director Port of Kalama

Doug Hayes Executive Director Port of Columbia County

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Port of Kalama

SPENCER CREEK BUSINESS PARK IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR DEVELOPMENT The 70-acre mixed-use commercial property is located just off I-5 in Kalama and is ready to lease property to commercial businesses Spencer Creek Business Park at the Port of Kalama is now available for development and lease. Located north of Kalama River Road right off of Interstate 5, the much-anticipated Business Park offers 70 acres of developable commercial property that will support a mix of light industrial and commercial ventures including: • Lodging/Hospitality • Services • Retail • Food/Beverage

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• Convenience • Gas Station • More Since 2014, the Port has invested in the preliminary infrastructure and construction of the site including filling and grading, installation of storm water treatment systems and road improvements to make way for new commercial development. While Spencer Creek Business Park will be 10

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built out over 20 years, construction and operational activities are projected to support more than 1,000 jobs and millions of dollars in new local economic activity.

“Maybe one of the region’s best kept secrets, this Port of Kalama commercial property offers some of the best value and opportunity for businesses interested in affordability, accessibility and infrastructurerich land on which to grow,” says Ted Sprague, President, Cowlitz Economic Development Council. “Spencer Creek Business Park offers an A+ location right off of I-5 with infrastructure in place for businesses looking to serve a well-trafficked stretch of the corridor. And best of all, developers get a long-term, committed, visionary and innovative partner in the Port of Kalama.”

The City of Kalama and the Port together earned the 2014 Governor’s Smart Communities Award for their collaboration on planning the multi-use business property, which is expected to boost the region’s available commercial property, economy and job opportunities while strengthening the city’s revenue base.

“We fully expect the development of Spencer Creek Business Park to attract new businesses to the region and provide more family wage jobs here,” said the president of the Port of Kalama, Commissioner Troy Stariha. “Not only are we expanding recreational and employment opportunities for the region, we’re offering first-rate facilities that will draw visitors and investment from throughout our region and beyond.”

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Port of Portland

IN DIFFICULT TIMES, THIS REGION COMES TOGETHER While 2020 has brought a series of unexpected twists and turns, the Port of Portland is grateful for all the people and partners who have kept our Marine terminals safe and operational during these unpredictable times.

After supply chains were disrupted in the spring, the Port has seen steady increases in cargo volumes.

Our weekly container service with SM Line, which launched in January, remains productive and consistent. Terminal 6 welcomed its largest vessel ever this summer, and MSC containers are now arriving through a vessel sharing agreement with SM Line.

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The BNSF Intermodal container volumes, which dipped this spring due to a temporary reduction in vessel calls impacting Seattle and Tacoma, have also improved every month since June.

The auto industry was one of those hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic, with the impacts felt immediately. While the Port of Portland saw historic drops in May and June, volumes are now fairly close to normal, with September hitting the highest total all year.

The Port also welcomed new auto partners in 2020. General Motors began importing vehicles through Terminal 6 in April, while Fiat Chrysler Automobiles began exporting vehicles earlier this year.

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Following trends along the Columbia River, the Port’s grain export terminal remains busy. This region continues to feed the world. As we head into the height of U.S. soybean exports, Pacific Northwest grain elevators should finish the year strong – especially with China continuing to purchase wheat, soy and corn to fulfill their Phase I trade deal obligations.

This year has thrown a lot at us, but ports in the region have played a critical role in the region’s response. Thank you to our longshore workers and partners who have kept things moving safely.

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STATISTICS Agents by Arrival January to October 2020 ACGI SHIPPING INC. AMERICAN SEAFOODS CO BLUEWATER PACIFIC CASCADE MARINE AGENCIES CASCADE-GENERAL COOK INLET TUG & BARGE CROWLEY PETROLEUM TRANSPORT, INC. DUTRA GROUP FUJITRANS U.S.A., INC. GENERAL STEAMSHIP CORP.,LTD. INCHCAPE SHIPPING SERVICES INTERPORT PNW, LLC INTREPID SHIP MANAGEMENT, INC. ISLAND TUG & BARGE NORTON LILLY INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC TUG & BARGE SAUSE BROS. OCEAN TOWING, INC. SEASPAN INTERNATIONAL SMS INTERNATIONAL SHORE OPERATIONS US INC. SOUTHPORT AGENCIES, INC. TALON MARINE SERVICES LLC TRANSMARINE NAVIGATION CO. TRANSVERSAL SHIPPING COMPANY WILHELMSEN 0

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ASSOCIATION UPDATES LOWER COLUMBIA REGION HARBOR SAFETY COMMITTEE CLEAN RIVERS COOPERATIVE MARITIME FIRE AND SAFETY ASSOCIATION & FPAAC MARITIME COMMERCE CLUB MERCHANTS EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND MERCHANTS EXCHANGE

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2021 Meeting Calendar January 13: Virtual Meeting March 10: Virtual Meeting

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“Abandoned vessels are those left without authorization on public or private land or State waters. Derelict vessels are those vessels that are sinking, actively polluting, obstructing a waterway, or endangering life or property. An enforcement agency has the authority to seize vessels that meet these definitions.” Oregon State Marine Board “Abandoned and derelict vessels can be seen in most ports and communities as one drives across rivers or while out boating and fishing on the waterways. These vessels are unsightly, threaten safe navigation and can pose environmental hazards.” LCDR Charles Bright, USCG Office of Marine Transportation “Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal” (Proceedings, 2011)

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Oregon’s ADV Program is administered by the Oregon State Marine Board, which then delegates authority for the removal and/or disposal of the vessel in question to the relevant enforcement agency under ORS 830.908 to ORS 830.948. The Oregon State Marine Board can be contacted by phone at 503‑378-8587 or by email at marine.board@oregon.gov.

Report abandoned boats to the Marine Board: https://www. oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/Pages/AbandonedDerelict-BoatReporting.aspx Marine Law Enforcement: https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boaterinfo/Pages/Marine-Law-Enforcement.aspx More information about Oregon State Marine Board ADV programs: https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/Pages/ Abandoned-Derelict-Boats.aspx 15

CLEAN RIVERS COOPERATIVE

Clean Rivers Cooperative Participation in Deployment Exercise On October 27, Clean Rivers Cooperative participated in a Deployment Exercise at the Bonneville Dam. This exercise involved establishment of a forward command post and deployment of Geographic Response Plans for the area. This large-scale deployment provided an opportunity to test not only the strategies for response, but also effective coordination during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure the safety of all responders to an incident.

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MARITIME FIRE AND SAFETY ASSOCIATION

MFSA FPAAC Technician-Level Training On October 26th FPAAC Conducted its fourth quarter technician-level training alongside Navy personnel for a shipboard fire response simulation. Fire crews from multiple FPAAC agencies arrived to a scenario involving an engine room fire with possible missing crewmembers. Fire personnel coordinated with the ship’s crew to run fire hose lines through the ship and to the simulated fire location. After the training crews participated in a debrief to share lessons learned. MFSA is grateful to the crew of the USS McCampbell and the local facility for coordinating such a beneficial training opportunity.

MFSA FPAAC Command Exercise On November 10th FPAAC Conducted its first virtual Shipboard Fire Command Exercise.

Participants used a virtual platform to receive briefings on the port where the simulated incident occurred. The incident presented was a shipboard fire that resulted in a Mass Casualty Incident. Groups were divided into small discussion groups and presented with prompts to discuss initial actions and what resources were required to manage a complex incident.

Groups then reconvened to compare similarities and differences in their decisions. These types of exercises help to bridge the gap between organizational processes and understand common operating practices that will be used in a real-life incident.

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STAFF CONGRATULATIONS Cannizzaro Promoted to General Manager

As the General Manager for Clean Rivers Cooperative, Curtis Cannizzaro oversees business management, member outreach, regulatory issues, preparedness and response oversight, long-term planning with emphasis on member support and partnership with Maritime Fire and Safety Association (MFSA). Prior to assuming the position of General Manager, Curtis has supported Clean Rivers Cooperative as Business Manager and Administrator Coordinator.

Additionally, he served MFSA as Assistant Manager leading the Fire Protection Agencies Advisory Council (FPAAC) with a handson role in plan development, training plans, grant writing and program management. His focus with FPAAC helped to ensure regional firefighters along the Columbia Willamette Snake River system have access to marine fire training that allows immediate and safe response to vessel incidents.

Curtis has a bachelors in Business Administration from Bethany University. His previous experience includes administrative roles at Central Fire Protection District in Santa Cruz, California, and coordination of international humanitarian projects.

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management, business administration and systems analysis makes him an excellent choice to lead Clean Rivers Cooperative. Please reach out and congratulate Curtis on his well-deserved promotion. Contact: Cannizzaro@pdxmex.com

Sullivan Promoted to Administrative Coordinator

MFSA and Clean Rivers Cooperative are excited to announce the addition of Mason Sullivan to their teams. As Administrative Coordinator Mason will provide support ranging from general administrative/financial duties for each association to supporting the Clean Rivers Training and Joint Equipment Committees, Clean Rivers staff spill management team, MFSA’s Oil Spill Response Program and MFSA’s FPAAC Program.

Mason started at Merchants Exchange in 2017 as the Office Assistant.

His duties ranged from providing backup for Marine Operations to assisting the Accounting Department. His willingness and flexibility has allowed him to take on more responsibility and has made him an essential team member.

Mason has three years of previous shipping and delivery experience prior to joining the Exchange. Additionally, he has certifications in ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, IS-700, & IS-800. Please reach out to Mason to congratulate him on his new position. Contact: Sullivan@pdxmex.com

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John Cordasco Marine Operations Supervisor Merchants Exchange announces the promotion of John Cordasco as our new Marine Operations Supervisor. Over the years, John has assumed more duties; this promotion reflects that increase in responsibility.

As the MarOps Supervisor, he will continue to support day-to-day operations of the MarOps department.

The MarOps Specialists now report to John.

John started at the Merchants Exchange in 1985 as a Marine Operations Specialist. He has had first-hand experience interacting with our members and providing key customer service on a daily basis. John has an encyclopedic knowledge of the workings of Marine Operations and can be counted on to always do his best to support members.

Please congratulate John on this new role.

Shauna Dallas Office Assistant

Merchants Exchange announces the promotion of Shauna Dallas as our new Office Assistant.

As the Office Assistant, she will support multiple departments at the Exchange including Marine Operations, Accounting

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and Associations, primarily Clean Rivers and MFSA. Shauna started at the Merchants Exchange in 2017 as a Marine Operations Specialist. She has had first-hand experience interacting with our members and providing key customer service on a daily basis. Shauna’s commitment to excellent customer service, strong organizational skills and team-player attitude have made her an excellent addition to the team.

Shauna has 10 years of customer service prior to joining the Exchange.

Denise Baldwin Administrative Specialist Merchants Exchange welcomes Denise Baldwin as our new Administrative Specialist. As Administrative Specialist she reports to the Executive Administrator and provides assistance in office management, marketing communications, the Accounting Department, meeting and event coordination, Board assistance, as well as special projects and other duties geared toward helping to make the Exchange run smoothly.

Denise brings over 10 years of administrative support experience in the public utilities sector to this role.

When not at work, Denise can usually be found working on various fiber arts or learning to draw.

Please welcome Denise!

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SHIPPING 101 Business of Shipping October 2021

SHIPPING 201 Movement of a Ship February 2021

SHIPPING 202 Movement of Cargo April 2021

Strengthening the maritime industry through engagement and education.

Shipping 101: The Business of Shipping We provide an overview of the business of shipping on the Columbia River. The class explores the history of the River, the infrastructure, ports and terminals, and the economic impact of the imports and exports to this region. Furthermore, we review the types of vessels that travel the River and introduce the maritime industry parties and their essential roles to shipping.

Shipping 201: The Movement of a Ship We look at the business of shipping from the perspective of the ship, exploring the requirements and regulation of a ship and the important roles agents, pilots, regulatory agencies, insurance and laws play in enabling a ship to move from port to port.

Shipping 202: The Movement of Cargo We look at the business of shipping from the perspective of the cargo. We detail the types of cargo, labor demands, and various forms of transportation from rail, barge, to pipeline as well as, present the needs of supply chain, logistics, and regulatory compliance as it effects the economy of the Columbia River.

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