The Propeller Club of Northern California (PCNC) welcomes USCG’s Captain Marie Byrd who assumes command of Sector San Francisco.
PCNC wishes to thank outgoing Captain Anthony Ceraolo for his service.
The US Coast Guard Change of Command Ceremony ...
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A new U.S. report, using advanced analytic software, says waves and storm surges are gaining momentum from sea level rise and collectively pose a more immediate threat than was previously believed. The result could be serious damage to California coastal cities and ports by 2040.
Elaine Forbes, executive director for the Port of San Francisco, told AJOT that ...
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At the Luncheon Bill Mongelluzzo discussed such topics as:
Please see enclosed Power Point and luncheon photos
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The Stevedoring Services of America (SSA), general manager, who runs the Port of Oakland’s largest container terminal, Oakland International Container Terminal (OICT) says that the Port must quickly embark on an expansion of the Turning Basin located in the Oakland Estuary or face the loss of next generation container ship business.
In an interview with AJOT, Jim ...
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The president of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA) warned maritime operators and customers to expect higher California air emission related taxes and fees in 2019.
John McLaurin, PMSA president, told a Propeller Club of Northern California luncheon audience to prepare for higher taxes and fees on harbor trucks, warehousing and possibly a tax on ocean containers.
He ...
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Maritime Stakeholders Voice Opposition to Proposed Oakland A’s Ballpark at Port of Oakland
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The proposed Oakland Athletics baseball park to be located at the Port of Oakland (See rendering) is drawing criticism and opposition from maritime stakeholders, but a spokesman for the Oakland Athletics says that many of the industry’s concerns can be addressed.
Taj Tashombe, Vice President External Affairs for the Oakland A’s, outlined remedies to the Propeller Club of Northern California board of directors at a January ...
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McLaurin will:
At Scott’s Seafood, Oakland 11.30 am -1.30 pm
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President Tom Cropper told PCNC of CMA plans for more recruitment of women, new campus expansion, a new CMA training ship with emergency services capability, and more emphasis on renewable energy.
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Topics that that Elaine Forbes discussed:
SF Port Director promotes $425 Million Seawall to Combat Higher Sea Level
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At the Luncheon Congressman Garamendi discussed:
Rep Garamendi warns U.S. is vulnerable to Russian polar dominance of sea lanes
Mayor Schaaf spoke about Oakland’s economic development issues relating to:
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