Natural Gas for High Horsepower Summit to address LNG in Jacksonville

Jacksonville has emerged as the epicenter of natural gas projects, and the High Horsepower (HHP) Summit - to be held in Jacksonville Nov. 6 - 9, 2017 - will bring together industry leaders from the marine, mining, rail, E&P and power gen sectors to discuss these energy projects and more.Early registration is now open - click here to save $400 by registering before Aug. 4, 2017. The agenda will be packed with end-user case studies, off-site tours, networking, and discussion including:

• TOTE Continues to Operate the World’s First LNG-Powered Container Ships: Two LNG-powered ships are in weekly service between Jacksonville and Puerto Rico.
• Pivotal LNG’s Innovative ISO Bunkering System for TOTE: Simplicity and sophistication on display here with this on-dock LNG bunkering strategy.
• JAX LNG Is Constructing North America’s First Small-Scale Coastal LNG Facility: This JV project between Pivotal LNG and NorthStar Midstream is expected in-service Q4 2017.
• TOTE Will Deploy North America’s First LNG Bunker Barge: The completed barge will be ready in 2017 and will be on display at the event.
• Crowley Is Deploying Its First LNG Vessels: The ConRo ships, scheduled for deployment in 2017, will also operate in a weekly service to Puerto Rico.
• Crowley On-Dock LNG Storage and Bunkering: Crowley’s ConRo ships will be fueled directly from an on-dock fuel storage an bunkering station.
• Eagle LNG Is Building Two LNG Production Plants: Opening in 2017 and 2019, these plants will serve local HHP markets and the export market respectively.
• Florida East Coast Railroad Is Converting to LNG: With DOT FRA approvals in place, LNG locomotive and tender car deployments are underway.
• UPS LNG Fleet and Refueling Station: Part of a national natural gas fleet, UPS one of the largest LNG fleets and fueling stations in the world in Jacksonville.

Press release: Propeller Club to host LNG 904 seminar on Jan. 28

Jacksonville, FL – The Propeller Club of the United States – Port of Jacksonville will host a half-day seminar entitled LNG 904 on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of North Florida (UNF) University Center, Room 1058. This event, which is also being organized by the Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers (SNAME), will feature dynamic speakers from the energy and maritime sectors in Northeast Florida, including a demo of liquified natural gas (LNG). Three panels will address LNG supply, LNG in the maritime industry, and the regulatory and economic outlook for LNG in Jacksonville. The event will conclude with a ceremonial signing of a LNG-related memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Jax Chamber and the U.S. Coast Guard."LNG has been embraced in recent years by the commercial shipping industry, not only as a cargo but as a fuel source for waterborne transportation," said Virginia Bailey, President of the Propeller Club of Jacksonville. "This event will bring together LNG experts to discuss how this energy source can boost trade, create new jobs, and improve the Jacksonville community."Corporate supporters of LNG 904 include Aqua Gulf, Eagle LNG, Pivotal LNG, W&O Supply, and the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization.Tickets are $20 per person and this event is open to the public. Registration is available now on the Propeller Club website: propclubjax.comAbout The Propeller Club of the United States – Port of JacksonvilleChartered on Nov. 17, 1930, the Propeller Club of Jacksonville is one of the longest running, active clubs in the nation. Its 160 members advocate for the maritime industry in the Port of Jacksonville. The club’s Vision is to promote and support all aspects of the maritime industry while educating legislators and the public about the importance and necessity of waterborne commerce.

Agenda	Speakers
Welcome	Virginia Bailey, President Propeller Club of Jacksonville
LNG 101	Eric Kuenzli, Director, Fuels Pivotal LNG, Inc.
Panel 1: LNG Suppliers	Moderator: George D. Gabel, Jr., Esq., Partner Holland & Knight Panelists: Sean Lalani Eagle LNG Kevin Worley, VP Sales & Marketing WesPac Midstream LLC
Break
Panel 2: Maritime Sector	Moderator: Steve Hartsaw, Senior Project Manager W&O Panelists: Peter I. Keller, Executive VP TOTE, Inc. Matt Jackson, VP, LNG Business Development Crowley Maritime Corporation
Panel 3: Regulatory & Economic Development	Moderator: Lindsey C. Brock III, Esq., Partner Rumrell, McLeod, & Brock, P.A. Panelists: LCDR MarcMontemerlo, Chief, Inspections Division U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville Capt. John W. Scott III Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Jeff Sheffield, Executive Director North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Alan Mosley, VP of Transportation, Energy & Logistics JAX Chamber David Stubbs, Director, Properties & Environmental Compliance Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT)
Closing Remarks & MOU Signing	Virginia Bailey, President Propeller Club of Jacksonville Capt. Jeff Dixon, Sector Commander/Captain of the Port U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville Daniel Davis, President & CEO JAX Chamber

Captain's Corner: LNG

This Captain’s Corner is brought to you by LCDR Robert S. Butts, USCG, Retired. Rob retired from active duty last December after 23 years of service and is now serving as a civilian employee responsible for the Uninspected Vessel Branch. In addition to his primary duties, Rob is also the subject matter expert for the Sector on the safe and secure use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in the port. If you have not yet heard, natural gas and LNG is projected to become a major source of energy in our region, and Rob is working hard to ensure we are ready. As always, if you have recommendations for future topics, we would appreciate your input. See you in the port!- CAPT Tom Allan

LNG: Are you ready?

By LCDR Robert S. Butts, USCG, RetiredI recently attended the LNG Fuel Forum-North America in Miami, Florida, and was not surprised to hear Mr. Gary Van Tassel, Senior Vice President, LNG Technical, Argent Marine Management say, “Jacksonville, Florida is the hub of LNG activity.” That statement and the associated international attention has been building for quite some time and is the result of the environmental stewardship of two companies that operate right here in our port: TOTE, Inc’s Sea Star Line and Crowley Maritime Corp. These two visionary companies independently set a course to design, build and operate United States registered ships propelled by natural gas - specifically LNG. By using LNG as a source of energy, it is expected these companies will substantially reduce the use of marine fuel oil onboard these vessels, while simultaneously reducing the amount of carbon emissions, sulfur emissions, and nitrogen oxide emissions when they transit the North American Emission Control Area.There is also an abundant flurry of efforts in other transportation segments in Northeast Florida to expand the use of natural gas as a source of energy. So much so, we spearheaded a Northeast Florida Regional Natural Gas panel discussion at Jacksonville University in partnership with the JAX Chamber of Commerce, JAXPORT, and the Jacksonville Marine Transportation Exchange (JMTX). The purpose of the panel discussion was to assemble the region’s senior leadership, government agencies, and those companies developing natural gas to collectively meet and discuss common efforts, roles and interests to expand the safe and secure use of natural gas in our region. Of those 80 persons assembled, we recognized three key elements for the continued successful expansion of natural gas and LNG in our region: education, demand, and infrastructure. Therefore, I invite you to learn more about the region’s natural gas efforts and the use of LNG by reading the Winter edition of JAXPORT Magazine. The JAXPORT Magazine staff has done a fantastic job outlining how Northeast Florida shippers are pioneering a cleaner fuel revolution.The further development of natural gas and the introduction of LNG as an energy source is an exciting endeavor and Jacksonville, Florida is said to be the hub of that activity due to the vision and investment of TOTE, Inc. and Crowley Maritime Corp. As the leading federal regulatory agency responsible for the safety and security of waterfront facilities and vessels, we are pleased to partner and coordinate with the JAX Chamber, JAXPORT, JMTX and each company who intends to make, store, transport and ultimately use natural gas and LNG as an energy source. Semper Paratus!Featured image by U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Lauren Jorgensen

Maritime Design, Inc. to assist U.S. regional carriers to LNG vessel construction

Mr. Jim Konopasek, president of Maritime Design, Inc. (Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl) since 1983 has recently completed and attained certification from the American Bureau of Shipping in the design and construction of LNG carriers at the ABS Shanghai, China office.Maritime Design, Inc. offers to assist Jones Act vessel owners and operators in conveying their small scale LNG fleet needs through early development to construction. Mr. Konopasek is principal owner of Maritime Design, Inc. and has been involved in the design, engineering and consulting of many specialized vessel types including general service vessels to the offshore oil industry, offshore platforms, oil tankers, heavy lift barges, oceanographic research vessels, patrol boats, cable laying ship and auto/passenger ferries. For more information on Maritime Design, Inc., visit maritimedesign.us.