"As we work to grow jobs and the economy, we should always remember the importance of trade and maritime commerce as well as the infrastructure necessary to support it," writes Sen. David Vitter (R-LA) a Washington Times op-ed.
In a press statement, AWO praised the Senate Commerce Committee for the endorsement it gave to S. 2094, a bill that would establish a uniform national framework for the regulation of ballast water and other vessel discharges, by favorably reporting the bill out of committee with strong bipartisan support. “The overwhelming support this legislation received is a testament to the fact that S. 2094 is sound public policy,” said Tom Allegretti, AWO’s President & CEO.
The American Waterways Operators offered its congratulations to Paul “Chip” Jaenichen on his successful Senate confirmation as U.S. Maritime Administrator. “Administrator Jaenichen has shown tremendous leadership in his role as Acting Administrator and AWO members are very pleased that he has been confirmed by the Senate to lead the Maritime Administration,” said Jennifer Carpenter, AWO’s Executive Vice President. To read the full statement, please click here.
Historically, the nation's barges have transported much of the nation's coal. In fact, barges are second only behind rail for moving the nation's primary energy source to the power plants that use it. But in June, the EPA put out a new rule to cut carbon emissions by thirty percent by 2030. The rule's impact on power plants is direct. But what about the impact on the barge industry? Please click here for the full KCRU story.
Since 1976, the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show have been catching a ride with the same family-owned business. As WCBS 880′s Jim Smith reported, Hughes Brothers, of Edison, New Jersey, has been in the barge business for 120 years and has supplying barges for the fireworks show for the past 38 years. Please click here for the full WCBS story.
