At the Luncheon Congressman Garamendi discussed:
Rep Garamendi warns U.S. is vulnerable to Russian polar dominance of sea lanes
U.S. Congressman John Garamendi Receives ‘Champion of Maritime’ Award
Mayor Schaaf spoke about Oakland’s economic development issues relating to:
Towing Vessel Industry Partners:
Please note and save the date for the following Subchapter M implementation industry outreach and education meetings:
Seattle, WA – 12 September 2017 @ 1000 – Federal Center South
Portland, OR – 14 September 2017 @ 1000 – Marine Safety Unit Portland
Alameda, CA – 19 September 2017 @ 1000 – Coast Guard Island
Long Beach, CA – 21 September 2017 @ 1000 – Sector LA/LB
Building and maintaining a positive working relationship with our industry partners is a continued priority as we begin to sunset the Towing Vessel Bridging Program and transition to the Inspection of Towing vessels. The meetings we have planned are a continuation of efforts to communicate the policy, tools, and resources available to help you succeed in the transition to inspection.
While we intend for these meetings to be informative in nature, we hope to promote an open forum environment to hear and address questions and concerns you may have with regard to Sub M implementation and compliance. Coast Guard representation from PACAREA, regional Districts, local field units, and the Towing Vessel National Center of Expertise will be in attendance to emphasize our commitment to regional and national implementation consistency.
Tentative agenda items:
1. Subchapter M Policy and Guidance
2. Implementation tools and resources
3. COI Process and local expectations
4. Questions and concerns
If you have specific issues you would like to see addressed during the public meetings please contact your local Sector or District towing vessel representative.
A more formal invitation and detailed agenda will be communicated at a future date. Thank you for your continual efforts to operate safely.
USCG
Captain Ceraolo discussed:
The State of Northern California Ports
The Journal of Commerce’s Bill Mongelluzzo addressed PCNC on Tuesday, April 4th and discussed :
*The new ocean carrier re-organizations and what they mean to U.S. Pacific Coast ports.
*The loss of U.S. Pacific Coast port business.
*No major changes to Port of Oakland business.
Please see April 4th luncheon photos below and Bill’s power point presentation.
The Propeller Club of Northern Califortnia gathered on February 7, 2017 at Scott’s Grill to listen to John LcLaurin’s Outlook for 2017.
By Joseph William Pratt, Sandia National Labs
The fuel cell ferry project (SF-BREEZE) examined the technical, regulatory, and economic feasibility of a zero-emission, high-speed passenger ferry powered solely by hydrogen fuel cells and its associated hydrogen fueling infrastructure within the context of the San Francisco Bay. In conjunction with a naval architect, a realistic, feasible vessel design meeting all performance specifications was produced. Collaboration with and evaluation by both the US Coast Guard and the American Bureau of Shipping did not reveal any insurmountable regulatory obstacles to deployment. The supply of liquid hydrogen to the vessel was examined and viable sites were found at the Port of San Francisco and the Port of Redwood City. Industrial gas companies were consulted and provided technically viable fueling facility designs. The current design of the zero emission ferry has a cost premium compared to a conventional diesel ferry. Cost reduction strategies specific to the vessel and leverage of those expected in the fuel cell electric vehicle market may result in future cost parity.
For more information: http://maritime.sandia.gov
By Stas Margaronis
A new zero-emission fuel cell driven electric ferry is proposed for San Francisco Bay!
Thanks to the Red and White Fleet, Propeller Club of Northern California members will be hearing about this exciting new marine technology project at the PCNC luncheon on Thursday, November 17th at Scott’s Seafood, Oakland.
The two speakers will be: Red and White Fleet CEO, Tom Escher and Joe Pratt, Principal Member of the Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories:
Thomas C. Escher serves as the President, CEO and Chairman of the Red and White Fleet. The company was founded by Tom’s grandfather, Thomas Crowley in 1892, making Red and White Fleet the oldest continuing Bay cruise and sightseeing company on San Francisco Bay. Tom began his maritime career as a sweeper, and has lived and worked in Asia and Europe. In 1997, Tom purchased 100{db7208756332b64820e32452d4dd3c17f07306fba093109b40ee1a7501f8ad6f} of the Red and White Fleet from other family members. Currently, Tom is a Director of the Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefit District, the Port of San Francisco’s Maritime Commerce Advisory Committee, Fisherman’s and Seamen’s Memorial Chapel and the San Francisco National Maritime Park Association. He has served as a Trustee of Menlo College, Board member of the San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau, Director/Treasurer of the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society, was on the Market Street Railway Advisory Board and a Board member of the U.S. Travel Association – National Council of Attractions.
Dr. Joe Pratt is a Principal Member of the Technical Staff at the Department of Energy’s Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, California. He received his Ph.D. from the University of California-Irvine at the National Fuel Cell Research Center. He has been involved in hydrogen and fuel cell research for nearly 15 years, and at Sandia he conducts research, development, and deployment activities to enable successful transitioning of hydrogen and fuel cell technology to commercially-viable products. His projects involve applying hydrogen and fuel cells in aircraft, in ports, on maritime vessels, for generators, construction equipment, material handling equipment and portable devices.
Background: Last year, the US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) asked Sandia to examine the feasibility of implementing a zero emission, high speed passenger ferry. The now-concluded SF-BREEZE project examined the technical, regulatory, and economic aspects of such a ferry powered solely by hydrogen fuel cells and its associated hydrogen fueling infrastructure for operating within the San Francisco Bay. In conjunction with a naval architect, a realistic, feasible vessel design meeting all performance specifications was produced. Collaboration with and evaluation by both the U.S. Coast Guard and the American Bureau of Shipping validated the regulatory acceptance of the vessel. The supply of liquid hydrogen to the vessel was examined and viable sites were found. Industrial gas companies were consulted and provided technically viable fueling facility designs. The current design of the zero-emission Red and White Fleet ferry has a cost premium compared to a conventional diesel ferry. Cost reduction strategies specific to the vessel and leverage of those expected in the fuel cell electric vehicle market may result in future cost parity. This presentation will provide an overview of these findings and opportunity for further discussion.
Disaster Response Equipment Displays & Maritime Information Booths
San Francisco Waterfront Pier #50 10AM – 4PM, Saturday 08 October 2016 Public Parking at Terry A Francois Blvd
For information on participating as an exhibit or booth, contact kw*********@*ot.gov, 415‐740‐9887
