Welcome to our five neW membersGreen marine is pleased to Welcome a neW supporterThe St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences is a non-go-vernment, non-profit organization established in 1994 as a unique communi-ty partnership involving government, business, industry, and the Mohawks of Akwesasne. Its mandate focuses on environmental research, education, and community action on the St. Lawrence River and Great Lakes basin. Located in the heart of the St. Lawrence Seaway, the River Institute undertakes research that contributes to the scientific foundation of how large river ecosystems and their components function. Working partnerships with universities, governments, industry, academia, and communities allow the Institute to addresses local, na-tional and international needs. With a unique expertise in aquatic ecology, che-mistry, microbiology, and taxonomy, the River Institute also offers professional services in Applied Research and Technical Services. A comprehensive program of education and training for youth, combined with ongoing community outreach, ensures that environmental awareness and appreciation reaches the entire community. The St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences is interested in broadening its scope by establishing new partners in the corporate sector to address the challenges and impacts that affect our waterways.

August 2013, No 30 Dear readers,

Autumn is always a busy time in the maritime world. Already seminars, conferences, port days and other meetings are on the agenda! Green Marine will have a booth presence at the Canadian Ferry Operators Association’s 2013 AGM & Conference in St. John’s, Newfoundland, and at the American Association of Port Authorities Annual Convention, in Orlando, Florida.

Hope to see you there!

four neW partners on board The Canadian International Bureau of Shipping (CIBS) is a global service organization dedicated to providing a range of services to the maritime community and other industries to maintain and improve the safety and security of life at sea and the prevention of pollution within marine environments. Its diversified services include ship classification, vessel regis-tration, marine surveying, inspection and investigation (including plan approval), marine ins-pectors for protection and indemnity insurance for different flags, port and terminal inspectors Chemical Distribution Institute (CDI) inspections, a Panamanian law firm, seafarer’s licenses for different flags and crewing agencies, consultancy services, offshore corporations, marine insurance, Green Marine verifiers, quality and quantity cargo inspections and loading, ship management and chartering, and shipping support services.

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The Glosten Associates, an independent and internally owned engineering and consulting company in Seattle, Washington, since 1958, apply their engineering, design and operations expertise to-wards practical but environmentally superior solutions. Their areas of expertise include efficiency and life cycle solutions, clean air stra-tegies, clean water strategies, alternative energy solutions, offshore

renewable energy, and regulatory and operational analyses. Their projects range from ship-specific technology development and systems integration to waterway risk and transportation assessments. The Glosten Associates focus on their clients’ specific needs in the pursuit of the highest standards for technical excellence, innovative solutions, professionalism, integrity, accountability and long-term viability and success.

RSC Bio Solutions is focused on providing a full array of high-performance, readily biodegradable alternatives to petroleum-based lubricating, cleaning and oil products. RSC Bio Solutions manufactures and provides tech-nologically advanced EnviroLogic® readily biodegradable functional fluids and oils, SAFECARE® bio-based, readily biodegradable clea-ners/degreasers, and GreenSorb® eco-friendly spill absorbent. With 17 years of experience and more than 50 Original Equipment Manu-facturer (OEM) approvals, EnviroLogic® hydraulic fluids and gear oils have been tested and proven in some of the toughest environments possible. RSC Bio Solutions’ products have a significantly reduced environmental impact and provide users peace of mind in the event of a spill. They also meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Vessel General Permit criteria.

csa to test ballast-Water systemsCanadian shipowners are searching for practical ballast-water management systems with the help of an Ame-rican testing facility. The Canadian Shipowners Association (CSA) has partnered with the Great Ships Initiative (GSI) to test ballast-water management systems in the cold, fresh waters of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Waterway (GLSLW). «Our membership has a track record of leading the use of innovative technologies and best management prac-tices to improve performance and safety and to protect the environment,» said Robert Lewis-Manning, CSA’s president. «Our partnership with GSI is important because it builds on our industry’s leadership and demons-trates the commitment of CSA members to find solutions that are practical, work in our unique operating environ-ment, and achieve the necessary results in a cost-effective manner.»The majority of tests will be carried out at the GSI ballast treatment facility in Superior, Wisconsin. The govern-ment-funded facility is a project of the Northeast-Midwest Institute, a regional non-profit research centre based in Washington, D.C. The results of the testing are expected by the end of August. No new invasive species have been detected in the GLSLW or Canadian territorial waters since Canada and the United States jointly began to require ships to conduct mid-ocean ballast-water exchanges in 2006.

Ionada, with headquarters in Canada, is a technology leader in air emission and water treatment technologies. A pioneer in developing and implemen-ting membrane exhaust scrubbing solutions, Ionada has developed a game-changing technology for the marine Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS) market. With the introduction of the first marine membrane scrubber system, Ionada is applying the high efficiency, reliability, and low energy consumption of membrane technology to EGCS. The result is an EGCS that is is 50% smaller, and 30 % more energy efficient than competitive salt water scrubbers – making it the ideal solution for ship owners. Ionada’s mission is to provide emission abatement technologies that not only keep our air and waters clean, but provide a financial benefit to its customers.

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port metro vancouver introduces neW Gps dashboardIn early 2013, Port Metro Vancouver (PMV) announced Smart Fleet, a three-year action plan to improve collaboration, reliability and long-term sustainability of the container truck sector. PMV has equipped 700 Truck Licensing System (TLS) container trucks with GPS transponder units, which represents approximately 50% of the fleet. It has also made avai-lable a new, real-time GPS Dashboard that provides the most current sta-tus of road and average in-gate wait times based on the previous hour, as well as marine container terminals’ turn times.

Port Metro Vancouver has also launched a new app for Apple iOS and Android devices. The free app is packed with helpful information, including how to identify the dif-ferent types of ships in harbour, and the ways that the port contributes to community and facilitates quality of life.

industry success stories

short-sea shippinG project in nanaimo, british columbia The Nanaimo Port Authority and Canada’s Ministry of International Trade will partner to develop a short-sea shipping project in British Co-lumbia to further bolster Canada’s Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative (APGCI). Under APGCI, the Government of Canada is contri-buting up to $4.65 million to modernize the Nanaimo Assembly Wharf area and rehabilitate an aging dock that has been inactive for more than a decade because of its condition. The project will enhance the port’s ability to handle increased volume in a more efficient manner, thereby creating local jobs, economic growth and prosperity. It will also decrease road congestion and travel time for users by establishing a direct water link for Vancouver Island importers and exporters to Asia-Pacific markets.

the csl Group releases 2012 environmental report

The CSL Group’s recently released 2012 Environmental Report underscores the importance of leading meaningful change – through innovation, collaboration and calculated risk-taking – to significantly reduce the shipping industry’s environmen-tal footprint.In addition to reporting on key performance indicators, measures and goals, CSL’s 2012 Environmental Report highlights a number of initiatives undertaken by CSL to curb its greenhouse gas emissions, reduce its impact on biodiversity, improve fleet efficiency and invest in green technologies. The report includes information on CSL’s commitment within Green Marine and the company’s most recent results in the environmental program.Click here or on the image on the left to download the digital version of the report.

Green Marine Members

associations• American Great Lakes Ports Association• Association of Canadian Port Authorities • Canadian Ferry Operators Association• Canadian Shipowners Association• Chamber of Marine Commerce• Chamber of Shipping of British Columbia

• Council of Marine Carriers• Ontario Marine Transportation Forum• Shipping Federation of Canada• St. Lawrence Economic Development Council• St. Lawrence Shipoperators• United States Great Lakes Shipping Association

calendarSeptember 17 - 19, 2013 HHP Summit, Chicago

September 18 & 19, 2013 Halifax Port Days 2013

September 22 - 25, 2013 CFOA’s Annual Conference, St-John’s, (NFLD)

October 13 - 17, 2013 AAPA’s Annual Convention, Orlando, Florida

November 13 & 14, 2013 HWY H20 Conference, Toronto

upcominG eventshiGh horsepoWer summit 2013The High Horsepower (HHP) Summit 2013 is North America’s most influen-tial conference on the use of natural gas to fuel a broad spectrum of high horsepower operations — including marine, mining, rail, and exploration and production. The summit will share natural gas success stories from industry experts and leading end-users in the marine sector throughout a robust three-day agenda of plenary and breakout sessions, off-site tours, a packed trade show with hands-on equipment displays, and exceptional networking opportunities. The HHP Summit will take place Sept. 17th to 19th in Chicago, Illinois. Green Marine members can save $50 on registration by using the code GREEN50. Learn more about the event.

hWy h2o 2013The 9th Annual HWY H2O Conference takes place Nov. 13-14th, 2013, at the Toronto Airport Marriott. This year’s theme is The Global View: Adapting to Changing Markets with an eye to remaining competitive. Sessions will share insights on economic activities, cargo trends, infras-tructure developments that capture business opportunities, as well as innovation throughout the global maritime industry.

Click here to register or see the preliminary program.

halifax port daysHalifax Port Days will take place Sept. 18-19th. This year theme is Halifax – Our East Coast Asian Gateway, and Claude Mongeau, CN’s president & CEO is the keynote luncheon speaker. Click here for more information or to register.

Shipowners• Algoma Central Corporation• Atlantic Towing Limited• Canada Steamship Lines• Canfornav• Cogema• Croisières AML• CSL International• CTMA Group• Fednav Limited• Groupe Desgagnés• Island Tug and Barge• Lower Lakes Towing Limited• McAsphalt Marine Transportation Ltd. • McKeil Marine• Ocean Group• Oceanex• Reformar• Seaspan Marine Corporation• SMIT• Société des Traversiers du Québec• Sterling Fuels (Hamilton) Ltd.• SVITZER Canada• TBS Shipping Services Inc./Roymar

Ship Management, IncMgt.Ports• Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port

Authority• Duluth Seaway Port Authority• Greater Victoria Harbour Authority• Halifax Port Authority• Hamilton Port Authority• Illinois International Port District• Montréal Port Authority• Nanaimo Port Authority• Port Metro Vancouver• Port of Milwaukee• Port of Seattle• Port of Valleyfield• Prince Rupert Port Authority• Québec Port Authority• Saint John Port authority• Saguenay Port Authority• Sept-Îles Port Authority• Thunder Bay Port Authority• Toronto Port Authority• Trois-Rivières Port Authority• Windsor Port AuthoritySeaway• St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corp.• St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corp.Terminals and shipyards:• Bunge of Canada• Ceres Terminals Inc.• Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. • Empire Stevedoring Company Limited• Federal Marine Terminals• Fraser Surrey Docks• Imperial Oil (Esso)• IOC (Iron Ore)• Logistec Corporation• Maher Terminals Holding Corp.• Marine Recycling Corporation• McAsphalt Industries Limited • Montreal Gateway Terminals Partnership• Neptune Terminals• Norcan Petroleum Group

• Northern Stevedoring • Ocean Industries (shipyard)• Porlier Express• Ridley Terminals Inc.• Rio Tinto Alcan (Port-Alfred)• Seaspan Marine Corporation• Squamish Terminals• Sterling Marine Fuels (Windsor Terminal)• Termont Montreal • Ultramar • Valleytank• Valport• Westridge Terminal (Kinder Morgan Canada)

Industry Suppliers• ABB Turbocharging• American Bureau of Shipping• Bell Marine & Mill Supply• Blue Seal Inc.• Canadian Freightways• Concept Naval• Conflow Technologies• DNV (Det Norske Veritas)• Drew Marine• Envirochem• Envirolin Canada• Environmental Solutions Inc.• Filtramax• FRS Instrumentation & Controls Inc.• Gaz Metro Transport Solutions• GENIVAR Inc.• Germanischer Lloyd• Hemmera• Hermont Marine• Hydrex LLC• International Paint• KRAL• Lloyd’s Register North America• Marine and Offshore Canada• Marine Clean Ltd.• Navware Canada Inc.• OpDAQ Systems• Pèrsego• PESCA Environnement• Progress Energy Canada Ltd, Pacific

Northwest LNG• Quickload CEF• RBM HoldSolutions• Roche• Seagulf Marine Industries Inc.• Scott’s Marine Interiors• S.I.G.E.I.M Inc.• SNC-Lavalin Environment• Techsol Marine• Thordon Bearings Inc. • Tidal Transport & Trading• Total Marine Solutions Inc.• Urgence Marine Inc.• V.Ships Canada Inc.• VapCor Inc.• Ventus Development Services Inc.• Vickers Oil• Wärtsilä CanadaShippers• Aluminerie Alouette• Canadian Salt Company Limited• Tata Steel

Other Organizations • CSMOIM• Corp. des pilotes du St-Laurent Central• Corporation of Lower St. Lawrence Pilots• Georgian College’s Great Lakes Interna-

tional Marine Training Centre• Great Lakes Pilotage Authority• Laurentian Pilotage Authority• Maritime Innovation• Rightship Americas

Government• Environment Canada • Fisheries and Oceans Canada• Ministère des Ressources naturelles et de

la Faune du Québec• Ministère des Transports du Québec• Ministère du Développement durable, de

l’Environnement et des Parcs du Québec• Ministry of Transportation of Ontario• Transport Canada

Municipalities• Board of Harbor Commissioners of the City

of Milwaukee• City of Bécancour• City of Calixa-Lavallée• City of Contrecoeur • City of Longueuil• City of Matane• City of Montréal• City of Montréal-Est• City of Port-Cartier• City of Québec• City of Saint-Amable• City of Sept-Îles• City of Varennes• Communauté métropolitaine de Québec• Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities

Initiative• Marguerite-D’Youville MRC

Environmental Groups • Ducks Unlimited Canada• Georgia Strait Alliance• Georgian Bay Forever• Great Lakes United• International Secretariat for Water• Les Amis de la vallée du Saint-Laurent• Nature Québec• ONE DROP• Sedna Foundation• Stratégies Saint-Laurent• World Wildlife Fund Canada

ZIP Committees• Jacques-Cartier• Les Deux Rives• Lac Saint-Pierre• Québec Chaudière-Appalaches • Saguenay• Ville-Marie

Others• CPEQ• EcoMaris• Northwest Community

College• Promotion Saguenay• Société de promotion écono-

mique de Rimouski• Vancouver Aquarium

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