The Exchange Sept/Oct 2023

WELCOME TO THE EXCHANGE

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

We quickly are moving into the fourth quarter of 2023. In this edition many of the articles highlight the significant projects in our region to advance training, infrastructure and jobs. Additionally, the Merchants Exchange continues to host opportunities for networking and development. These can be seen in our Annual Open House on pages 6 & 7. Our 4th Annual Bocce Tournament and raffle raised $2,025 to support the Merchants Exchange Scholarship Fund.

We are also excited to continue to offer the Shipping Education Series through 2024 as you can read about on pages 8 & 9. These opportunities to hear from regional experts on a wide variety of topics relating to the complex, but interconnected maritime community we have.

Thank you for your continued support of the Merchants Exchange!

Curtis Cannizzaro Executive Director Merchants Exchange

NOTE FROM THE EDITORIAL TEAM

The Exchange is the bi-monthly newsletter of the Merchants Exchange.

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.

Mary Wiley, Editor

CONTENTS

Todd Krout (2026) President Port of Vancouver USA

Chris Cummins (2024) Vice President

General Steamship Corp

Geoff Doerfler (2024) Tidewater Barge Lines

Earl Dixon (2024) United Grain Corp

Gary Hodson (2026) ACGI Shipping

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Roger Hsieh (2024) Treasurer BNSF Railway Company

Alex Scott (2026) Secretary Anchorage Launch Co.

Adrian Burkard (2025) Jones Stevedoring Company

Eric Kastner (2025) Cascade Marine Agencies

Ryan Statz (2025) Columbia Grain, Inc.

MEMBERSHIP

Our membership makes up the core of the local marine shipping community. Our members include, but are not limited to: vessel agents and 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.

Jeff Hibner (Ex Officio) Board President, Clean Rivers Cooperative NuStar Energy

Kent Cash (Ex Officio) Board President, Maritime Fire & Safety Association Port of Vancouver

Capt. Jeremy Nielsen (Ex Officio) Columbia River Pilots

Legal Counsel: Tyson Calvert, Esq. Lindsay Hart LLP

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.

For more information about membership, visit our website at: www.pdxmex.com

ASTORIA’S COLUMBIA RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM PLANS EXPANSION TO INCLUDE EXTENSIVE NEW EXHIBITS & VESSEL DISPLAYS

Columbia River Maritime Museum’s “Mariners Hall” project will add approximately 26,000 square feet of additional exhibit space in a second building adjacent to the current museum.

Columbia River Maritime Museum(CRMM), Deputy Director Bruce Jones noted that highlights planned for the new building include a WWII Liberty Ship lifeboat built by Portland’s Gunderson Marine, a 60 foot racing shell built by famed boatbuilder George Pocock of “Boys in the Boat” fame; a first order Fresnel lens; recreational boats such as Tollycraft built and used in our region, fishing vessels built by Astoria’s Wilson Brothers and Bumble Bee shipyards, and a “log bronc” utility boat used to corral logs.

Additionally, Jones said, the museum is working with the U. S. Coast Guard to acquire the historic 52 foot motor lifeboat TRIUMPH II, which saved and assisted fishermen from 1961-2021 on the Columbia River Bar and far offshore; and a soon to be retired Coast Guard HH-65 Dolphin search and rescue helicopter, one of the types used in Astoria’s Advanced Helicopter Rescue School.

Jones also noted “We are particularly excited about the opportunities a dedicated classroom and interactive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) area provide for us to help inspire young people to careers in maritime and other STEAM related fields and an understanding

Artist Concept of Mariners Hall at left with existing Museum at right.

of the importance of maritime industries to our communities, economy and nation.”

“Our five year Strategic Plan highlighted the need to bring more of our extensive collections from storage to the public in pursuit of our vision of being a truly worldclass maritime museum,” said CRMM Board Chairman Michael Haglund.

In 2022, Columbia River Maritime Museum greeted nearly 104,000 visitors and reached 9,694 students through its popular Museum in the Schools program. The Museum’s floating attraction, the historic lightship Columbia, completed extensive maintenance in drydock in 2021-22 with the support of significant grants from the National Park Service, M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust, State of Oregon and private donors.

CRMM’s board voted to approve fundraising up to a total cost of $30 million, including $4 million of contingency funds, for the project. The Museum has raised $16.1 million as of September 15. The museum hopes to begin site work in September 2024 and open the doors on the new museum building in summer 2026.

Questions or comments: Bruce Jones jones@crmm.org or Director of External Engagement Caroline Wuebben caroline@crmm.org

Read more: https://www.crmm.org/ mariners-hall.html

CRMM Curator Jeff Smith provides a tour of the Museum’s boat storage warehouse. At center, the 45 foot, classic yacht “Merrimac”, built at Astoria’s AMCCO in 1938, will be a highlight of Mariners Hall.

The 52 foot motor lifeboat TRIUMPH II on the hard at Cape Disappointment

Thank you !

to all those that attended and donated to the scholarship fund. If you are interested in donating to the scholarship fund, please go to our website: https://www.pdxmex.com/ scholarship/ways-to-support/

SHIPPING EDUCATION SERIES

Participating in the Shipping Education Series will help you understand the complexities of the shipping industry and allow you to make informed business decisions. We provide comprehensive educational programs for you and your employees. Our courses are designed to help employees understand the latest trends, gain skills and expand their maritime industry knowledge.

Join Us Online!

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

The Shipping Education Series is committed to providing the most comprehensive and relevant maritime education available. We strive to provide our participants with the knowledge and resources necessary to ensure the success of the maritime industry in the Columbia River Basin.

The Shipping Education Series evolved out of a need identified by the maritime community to provide a quality educational program that would be specific to the Columbia River Basin with a focus on the Columbia, Willamette and Snake River systems. Since 2015, we have expanded the program to meet the interests of maritime professionals in our region. We look forward to continued growth in the educational programs that we offer to the maritime community.

PROGRAM PLAN

This series is beneficial to anyone in the maritime industry, from entry-level to executives, as it provides an overview of the current state of the industry and the trends that are shaping the future of the Pacific Northwest maritime community.

Shipping Education Series offers students practical knowledge from experienced professionals. The series has four installments that focus on specific aspects of our industry. Each course is offered as four weekly two-hour virtual meetings. However, if you are unable to attend all sessions, we offer recordings of the sessions that are available for one month after the course has ended.

We recommend that you attend all sessions in order to gain the most comprehensive understanding of the topics. It is not required to take the classes in order to complete the series.

CONTINUED GROWTH

Continuing professional development can have a positive effect on an organization’s overall performance. By investing in their employees, organizations can increase their productivity and become more competitive. Our continuing education program is designed to help maritime professionals stay ahead of the curve and become the best in the industry. Through our courses, we provide a platform for participants to gain knowledge and new insights that will be beneficial to their professional growth and career advancement.

This continuing education program is designed for professional development featuring industry subject matter experts leading a series of four course during eight hours of instruction.

CERTIFICATE OF GRADUATION

In recognition of significant achievement, the following persons have completed ALL courses of the Shipping Education Series.

2023 G r a duates Congratulations

Angela Hanslovan, Port of Vancouver, USA

Ashley Ros, Merchant Exchange

Chris Lieziert, Columbia River Pilots

Debbie Ramey, Port of Portland

Greg Fitzgearld, Washington State Department of Ecology

Jack Burkman, Port of Vancouver, USA

Jennifer McAninch, Port of Longview

Joanne Rideout, The Ship Report

Julie Rawls, Port of Vancouver, USA

Karla Hiler, Port of Vancouver, USA

Kassie Ngirarois, Port of Portland

Kim Siehl, Port of Portland

Leslie Goss, Oregon Board of Maritime Pilots

SHIPPING 101

October 2023

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

October 4

October 11

October 18

October 25

SHIPPING 201

February 2024

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

February 7

February 14

February 21

February 28

SHIPPING 202

April 2024

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

April 3

April 10

April 17

April 24

SHIPPING 301

June 2024

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

June 5

June 12

June 19

June 26

SHIPPING EDUCATION SERIES

SHIPPING 101: Business of Shipping

The focus of this seminar is to provide an overview of the maritime industry and summary of the various sectors within the Columbia River Intermodal Transportation System.

Our speakers get you started with an overview of the Columbia River Basin’s history and how it grew into today’s thriving maritime industry. We start with an overview of the river infrastructure, ports & terminals, imports and exports, cargo categories, modes of transportation and vessel types. Then we move on to the business of shipping with a summary of key shipping terms and documents, required and involved parties, regulations and regulators, service providers and trade associations. More Info

SHIPPING 201: Movement of a Ship

The focus of this seminar is the business of shipping from the perspective of the ship. We explore requirements and regulations as well as the important roles that agents, pilots, insurance and law play in enabling a ship to move from port to port.

We start with the ship. Our presenters describe the vessels and vessel traffic on our waterways with maritime experts providing details on piloting and navigation of vessels. Then we move on to the roles of vessel agents and regulators in regard to the ship. And finally, we learn about the role maritime insurance and maritime law plays in enabling a ship to move from port to port. More Info

SHIPPING 202: Movement of Cargo

The focus of this seminar is the business of shipping from the perspective of cargo. We cover the scope of people and services it takes for cargo to move safely, efficiently and environmentally responsibly.

We begin by identifying the cargos that are commonly transported in our region. Our presenters introduce supply chain logistics and labor relations to ensure cargo keeps moving while meeting regulatory compliance. Then we explain various transportation modes, including railway, pipeline and barges. In conclusion, we evaluate the economic impact of cargo to the river system, navigation and infrastructure as well as reviewing the individual Ports and the cargo they specialize in. More Info

SHIPPING 301: Marine Highway

The focus of this seminar is the operations and navigation of the Columbia River as a navigable waterway and its’ role as an American Marine Highway.

We look at operations and impacts of maintaining the Columbia River Marine Highway. We will feature the operations and regulations of dams, locks, dredging, and water navigation to optimize maritime movements on the river. Additionally, featuring our up river Ports and their impact to their regional economies. More Info

STATISTICS

We collect data, track and monitor activities and report on vessels that enter the Columbia River waterways. We collect over 100 data points on commercial vessels on our waterways. Please contact us to learn more about our custom reports! Learn more at: www.pdxmex.com/services/reports or contact Jonathan Nichol at nichol@pdxmex.com

The Port of Astoria is one of the many ports that welcomes cruise ships from around the globe. The deep-water port can accommodate large ocean-going passenger vessels and is located 14 miles from the mouth of the Columbia River. Cruise visitors enjoy many activities and excursions while in port and they have a significant impact on the local economy. The cruise season is expected to continue through September and October with ten more vessels arrivals on the schedule. Learn more here: https://www.portofastoria.com/Cruise_Schedules.

Cruise Ship Arrivals

THE PORT REPORTS

The Columbia River Maritime Transportation System has 23 Ports along three waterways. We are pleased to provide an outlet for local ports to share their news with our membership.

Port of Astoria

Will Isom, Executive Director

Port Meeting: 3rd Tuesday at 4:00 pm

Port of Columbia County

Sean Clark, Executive Director

Port Meeting: 2nd Wednesday at 8:00 am

Port of Kalama

Mark Wilson, Executive Director

Port Meetings: 2nd & 4th Wednesday at 5:30 pm

Port of Portland

Curtis Robinhold Executive Director

Port Meeting: 2nd Wednesday at 9:30 am

Port of Longview

Dan Stahl, Chief Executive Officer

Port Meetings: 2nd & 4th Wednesday at 10:00 am

Port of Vancouver USA

Juliana Marler

Chief Executive Officer

Port Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 9:30 am

*All meeting dates/times are subject to change. Please confirm with the port directly.

MPM/ MPE LONGVIEW, WA-

OCTOBER 9-13, 2023

We are pleased to announce that the International Association of Maritime and Port Executives (IAMPE) will be offering an MPM/ MPE hosted by The Port of Longview. The course will be held from October 9 to October 13. Tuition for the course is $2,700, and partner discounts may apply.

The IAMPE program provides a professional certification as well as post-graduate academic credit provided by Maine Maritime Academy, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, the State University of New York Maritime College, Texas Southern University, The University of Memphis, and the Australian Maritime College. Over 2,500 professionals from all over the globe have been trained including port and terminal managers, US Coast Guard personnel, military personnel, merchant mariners, and

government agency personnel from the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Bonaire, Brazil, and Nigeria.

The IAMPE has port and industry association partners throughout North America, including the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA); Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals (IRPT); Greater Houston Port Bureau; the Maritime Associations of South Carolina; the Maritime Exchange of the Delaware River and Bay; the North Atlantic Ports Association (NAPA); the National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE); and the Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port Administrators (AAHPA). In addition, the IAMPE has over two dozen Educational Partner Ports, who have hosted our programs.

The IAMPE offers Terminal Management, Executive, and Continuing Education programs for coastal and inland port professionals at every stage of their careers. The IAMPE program provides industry-recognized certification accredited by a board of over 20 port executives and education professionals from across North America.

For further information go to www.iampe.org or email us at registration@iampe.org.

MPM/ MPE LONGVIEW OCTOBER 9-13, 2023

Venue: Port of Longview – Administration Building “White House” (picture below) Physical

Address: 10 International Way, Longview, WA

On site Contact: Executive Assistant - Jennifer McAninch | Phone: (360) 430-3942

Instructor: Steve Ribuffo | Phone: (907) 310-1160

Schedule:

Monday Oct. 9 -Thursday Oct. 12

• 8:30 a.m. – Noon (Local Time)

• Noon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch

• 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Friday Oct. 13

• 8:30 a.m. – Noon

NEW LIFE, MORE JOBS AT PORT OF VANCOUVER USA’S BERTH 17

When the Port of Vancouver USA acquired the former Alcoa Aluminum site in 2009, it included the Berth 17 river access point and dock – which might’ve looked like its glory days had passed. After all, it had been many years since the site was hurriedly producing aluminum for World War II airplanes. By the late 2000’s, the aluminum smelter had closed, and the area was contaminated from decades of industrial activity. Aged infrastructure had grown outof-date.

But thanks to a decade of structural and environmental improvements since the port took ownership, Berth 17 will soon be a hub of economic activity once again.

By end of 2023, the Port of Vancouver USA’s $13 million investment in Berth 17 will:

Remove aged infrastructure including an old crane and building on the dock

Establish new moorage points and upgrade “dolphins” (that help keep ships in place) from wood to steel and concrete

Install new fenders that ensure visiting ships and dock infrastructure are both wellprotected

The port will also install shore power for vessels. This important upgrade eliminates the need for ships to run their engines to maintain power while docked. The port is adding shore power as part of its Climate Action Plan and will continue to expand this capability in the years to come.

Eighteen local supplier and contractor businesses are working on Berth 17, which means before the renewal is even completed, it’s supporting local jobs.

In the port’s continued mission to generate economic activity, the Berth 17 renewal is an important chapter.

Earlier this summer, crews worked diligently to remove a defunct crane from the Port of Vancouver USA’s Berth 17 – part of the effort to upgrade this river access point.

PORT OF ASTORIA PROJECTS MOVE FORWARD

The Port of Astoria continues to make progress on projects at its Central Waterfront and Airport. With the assistance of grant awards from Business Oregon and other local and federal agencies, the Port continues work on the Pier 2 West Rehabilitation, the clean-up of Area of Contamination 4 (AOC4) in Slip 2, the expansion of the Boatyard, and the development of the Airport Industrial Park.

The Port’s highest priority continues to be Pier 2 West Rehabilitation. As the site of seafood processors Da Yang Seafoods and Bornstein Seafoods, the loss of the pier would be catastrophic to the region. With estimated construction costs exceeding $26 million, the Port continues to pursue federal and state funding. Earlier this year, the Port was awarded a $1.2 million grant from Business Oregon for preconstruction costs. The Port contracted with Bergerson Construction as its CM/GC (Construction Manager/ General Contractor) to ensure that project management efforts continue through the pre-construction tasks of engineering, planning and permitting.

With an aim to minimize costs and maximize returns, the Port is exploring options for combining project elements of the Area of Concern 4 (AOC4) environmental cleanup project with Pier 2 West Rehabilitation. Located in the southeast corner of Slip 2, AOC4 was first identified in 2001 by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). With partial funding from PRPs for the clean-up costs and a Consent Judgment in place outlining the project’s scope, the Port is now able to work on permitting, construction plans and funding strategies

with environmental consultant, Maul, Foster, Alongi. As the Pier 2 West Rehabilitation project area lies immediately to the north, there is potential to dovetail these projects and thereby reduce costs and accelerate time frames. In June of 2023, Business Oregon awarded the Port a $25,000 Integrated Planning Grant (IPG) to assist with these efforts. The IPG is intended to help fund the planning and investigation tasks associated with the potential integration of Pier 2 West and AOC4 project elements.

The Port is also evaluating options for expansion of its do-it-yourself boatyard. With recent grant awards from both Northwest Oregon Works and Business Oregon, the Port recently contracted with Maul, Foster & Alongi to develop a multi-phased Boatyard Master Plan. Work on the Master Plan began in August and will include public and stakeholder engagement with a preferred final plan expected to be presented in early 2024.

An update to the Astoria Regional Airport’s Master Plan is also progressing as scheduled with the final plan to be presented in early 2024, As a pre-requisite to FAA grant funding through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), the plan update is essential to the future development of the airport. The plan will not only include improvements to airport infrastructure, but development options for the Airport Industrial Park, a 26-acre site that is located on prime industrial land. The Port welcomed Scoular Companies as its first AIP tenant in 2022 and continues to pursue opportunities to locate new industries and family-wage jobs in Clatsop County.

ASSOCIATION UPDATES

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT: MFSA AWARDED PSGP FUNDING TO STRENGTHEN SAFETY

MARITIME FIRE & SAFETY ASSOCIATION

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with our members and industry partners. In the ever-competitive landscape of the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP), it is with immense pride and appreciation that MFSA has received an awarding of PSGP funding for FY23. This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our organization, as well as the unwavering support of our partners.

This funding comes at an opportune time for MFSA, as it will provide assistance to sustain and enhance our shipboard firefighting training program. With this award, we will continue to refine the expertise of our Command Officers and Technicians, deepening their proficiency in the use of specialty tools and tactics during shipboard fire emergencies.

As always, we remain dedicated in our commitment to safety and the betterment of our industry. We look forward to making continual advancements in providing exceptional training and resources for shipboard firefighting and continuing to contribute to the safety and wellbeing of the Columbia Willamette River Marine Transportation System.

We extend our deepest appreciation to the dedicated members of MFSA/ FPAAC for their steadfast commitment to our cause.

In addition, we would like to express our gratitude to the United States Coast Guard and the Area Maritime Security Committee (AMSC). Their pivotal roles in overseeing the PSGP program have been instrumental in securing this grant, and their belief in our mission and the importance of maritime safety have been critical in our journey.

We are excited about the opportunities this funding will bring to respond effectively to shipboard fire emergencies, thereby strengthening maritime safety on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. Thank you all for your unfaltering support!

For more information, please visit our website: www.mfsa.com

Curtis Cannizzaro, Executive Director,

cannizzaro@pdxmex.com

Mason Sullivan, FPAAC Program Manager, Sullivan@pdxmex.com

OPERATIONS TRAINING FACILITY

Clean Rivers Cooperative’s Operations Training Facility in Northwest Portland is available to host workshops, private company training, and public events.

On August 25th of this year the Cooperative Facility hosted a hybrid in person/remote webinar “The Tactics Conference” facilitated by Dan Smiley of Gallagher Marine Services/ WSMC. The conference featured panel speakers from across the maritime and spill response industry speaking on topics such as Women in Oil Spill Response, Hiring new talent, and the latest technology in spill response.

Because of the way the Cooperatives Training Facility is set up, the conference was able to seamlessly join together onsite and remote participants from as far away as New Jersey and Florida. The Facility is equipped with state of the art audio / visual equipment that is perfect for video conferencing. The Galley at the facility is available for catering set up

and the facility as a whole can accommodate 40-50 attendees . In September of 2022 the Facility hosted a two day NWACP Wildlife Communications training put on in conjunction with International Bird Rescue, Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. This Facility is well suited for a variety of events ranging from training classes, meetings, small conferences to tabletop exercises.

Tabletop exercises are an annual event that those in the Petroleum industry experience either directly or indirectly. A successful exercise takes coordination from players, facilitators and evaluators and begins well before the day of the exercise. Many hours of planning and preparation go into tabletop design and implementation and the cost in staff time and dollars is a line item on every facility’s budget. Facilities dedicate thousands of dollars in planning and implementing an exercise.

Clean Rivers Cooperative Staff are experienced and qualified to assist in planning exercises for years one and two. As a Member of the Cooperative, facilities have access to the Cooperative Operations Facility at a discounted rate and exercise planning free as part of membership. Recently Cooperative Member, Columbia Pacific Bio-Refinery (CPBR) in Clatskanie, Oregon took advantage of this service

for its 2nd year tabletop exercise that took place on August 23rd.

Cooperative General Manager, Curtis Cannizzaro and Administrative Coordinator, Polly Hyke worked with CPBR Plant Manager, Doug Lenz and Safety/Operation Support Manager, John Blodgett to plan and implement the exercise that took place in an onsite/remote hybrid environment at the Clean Rivers Cooperative Operations Facility, onsite at the CPBR facility, and remotely for those who joined from distant locations. On the benefit of utilizing the Clean River Operations Facility for his exercise, Doug Lenz said ” The facility is centrally located to the regulatory and OSRO personnel participating and is very capable to support all your companies’ technical needs.” Microsoft Teams was utilized to connect players remotely to the Command Post. The use of MS Teams began to be widely used during the COVID 19 pandemic. The platform enabled our industry to connect while still maintaining quarantine and quickly became an essential way to connect with remote participants even in the post pandemic world. Just like a physical command post, the MS Teams environment is set up with individual workspaces (called Channels) for each ICS section and a General channel for all to convene through.

Clean Rivers and CPBR, with input from the USCG and Oregon DEQ developed the

exercise scenario, objectives, Master Scenario Events List (MSEL), and Situation Manual. “The Clean Rivers personnel are highly skilled in the ICS exercise environment and are recognized as the local experts. The team makes the exercise an effective experience from planning, staffing, and execution of the drill. Their experience and knowledge provided useful training for our Spill Response team.” Said Lenz. “My staff all commented on the quality experience that the Clean Rivers personnel provided and the regulators comment that the facility works very well for hosting the exercise drills.” The exercise scenario involved an instantaneous release of 289 barrels of diesel fuel into the Columbia River, started from the ICS 201 briefing and played through to the Tactics Meeting at the end of the exercise. Six different organizations participated in the event. When asked about his future exercise plans, Lenz replied “It is an easy decision to host all of our tabletop exercises [at the Cooperative Facility] especially in the hybrid format that has become common.”

If you are interested in utilizing the Cooperative Training Facility or would like more information about exercise planning and facilitation, please visit our training facility webpage by clicking here.

For more information, please visit our website: www.cleanriverscooperative.com

Curtis Cannizzaro, General Manager: cannizzaro@pdxmex.com

Carl Boelter, Operations Manager: boelter@pdxmex.com

Ben Robinson, Maintenance Mechanic - Marine: brobinson@pdxmex.com

Polly Hyke, Administrative Coordinator: hyke@pdxmex.com

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January 11, 2023: Virtual Meeting

March 8, 2023: Virtual Meeting

May 10, 2023: Hybrid Meeting

Port of Vancouver USA

July 12, 2023: Columbia River Maritime Museum, Astoria

September 13, 2023: Hybrid Meeting MSU Portland

November 8, 2023: Virtual Meeting

Thank you to everyone who attended our hybrid meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at Sector Columbia River. We enjoyed seeing you all there!

Please note the following items, announcements, and points of contact from the meeting:

Oregon ADV Work Group and Vessel Update

Point of Contact: Christopher Castelli, Interim Deputy Director, Operations

Chris.CASTELLI@dsl.oregon.gov

Ports and Waterways Safety Assessment (PAWSA) Workshop

Point of Contact: LT Michael Elwell

Michael.R.Elwell@uscg.mil

Columbia River PAWSA Stakeholder Engagement [pdf]

USCG Sector Columbia River Presentation (Opening Remarks, USCG Department Updates: Vessel Inspections Division, Investigations Division, Emergency Management and Force Readiness Dept., Incident Management Division, Waterways Management/Facilities)

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Columbia River - Update Presentation [pdf]

NOAA - Report

Point of Contact: Jeffrey Ferguson, CA Navigation Manager

Board of Directors : 1330-1405 hrs

General Membership: 1415-1530 hrs

jeffrey.ferguson@noaa.gov

NOAA Report - Sept 2023 [pdf]

For more information, please visit our website: www.lcrhsc.org

Ashley Ros, Association Account Specialist: ros@pdxmex.com

Merchants Exchange SCHOLARSHIP FUND

2023

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Sirawit Shimpalee

University of Michigan

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Joseph Serpa

University of Michigan

Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering

Tara Donnelly

Texas A&M University at Galveston Maritime Studies

Kevin O’Connell

SUNY Maritime College

International Transportation Management

Tobi Ubaga

Maine Maritime Academy

International Business and Logistics

Malcolm Hanks

South Seattle College

Mariner Welding

The Merchants Exchange Scholarship Fund wishes all winners and applicants the best of luck pursuing their chosen fields of study!

“StrengtheningtheMaritimeindustrythrough education and engagement.”

www.pdxmex.com/scholarship

For more information, please visit our website: www.pdxmex.com/scholarship Association Director, Margerie Vis: vis@pdxmex.com Association Account Specialist, Ashley Ros: ros@pdxmex.com

Merchants Exchange

ScholarshipFund

FRIENDS OF THE EXCHANGE

Highlighting organizations and companies that support Merchants Exchange and the maritime community. Click LOGOS to link to their websites and learn more about our Friends of the Exchange.

Columbia Riverfront Hotel

909 N. Hayden Island Drive

(formerly Red Lion) www.ihg.com/holidayinn/

MERCHANTS EXCHANGE

Thank You to our Members

ACGI Shipping Company

Alexander Gow

Anchorage Launch Service Co.

B.R. Anderson

Blue Water Shipping

Cascade Marine Agencies Ltd.

Columbia Export Terminal

Columbia Grain

Columbia River Bar Pilots

Columbia River Launch Service

Columbia River Pilots

Columbia River Steamship Operators Association (CRSOA)

Crowley Maritime Corporation

Degesch America

Duncan Shoemaker & Associates, LLC

Durham & Bates Agencies

EGT LLC

Foss Maritime Company

Fujitrans USA

General Steamship Agencies

Geo. S. Bush & Company

Great Western Malting

Haglund, Kelley LLP

Inchcape Shipping Services

International Transport Workers Federation

Interport PNW

Jacob Engineering Group

John R Dudrey LLC

Jones Stevedoring Company

Kalama Export Company

Kinder Morgan Bulk Terminals

Kinder Morgan Energy

K-Line America

Lindsay Hart LLP

Marathon Petroleum/Tesoro

McCall Companies

Mid Columbia Producers

Monarch Inspection Services

National Cargo Bureau

North American Shipping Agencies

Norton Lilly International

Olympic Tug & Barge / Centerline Logistics

Oregon Dept. of Environmental Quality

Overseas Merchandising (OMIC)

Pacific Maritime Association

Port of Astoria

Port of Columbia County

Port of Kalama

Port of Longview

Port of Portland

Port of Vancouver USA

Portland Lines Bureau

San Pedro Harbor Ship Supply

Sause Bros. Ocean Towing

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt

Seaport Marine Surveys

Shaver Transportation Company

Ship to Shore Water Taxi

Southport Agencies

Sphere MD

T. Parker Host

Talon Marine Services

Temco LLC

Terra Hydr

Tidal Transport & Trading USA

Tidewater Barge Lines

Tidewater Environmental Services

Tioga Group

Toyota Tsusho America

TradeWest Brokerage Company

Transmarine Navigation

Transversal International

United Grain

United States Customs & Border Service

Vanport Marine

Vigor Industrial

Volunteer Ship Ministry

Washington Department of Ecology

Wilhelmsen Ship Service

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