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President’s Notes —page 1

From the Editor —page 3

Murphy’s Fundamental Laws —page 4

Scene’s from the Third Annual Regatta —page 4

NAMEPA —page 7

“Cognitive Dissonance” —page 7

DMMP Testimony Wednesday Nov. 28, 2007 —page 8

CMA Shipping 2008 —page 9

Job Mart —page 10

VOLUME XVII, NUMBER 8SSP T 2000N E W S L E T T E R DECEMBER 2007

SAVE THE DATESDECEMBER 2007

Tuesday, December 11, 2007CMA Annual Holiday Party

6:00 pm – 10:00 pmThe Royal Green at Sterling Farms1349 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT

We invite our members and their guests toCome Celebrate the Season at our Annual Party

Free of charge to CMA Members and guests

(All we ask is that you bring an unwrapped toy for the U.S. Marine Corps.sponsored “Toys for Tots” program – they really appreciate the generosity

each year of all our party guests! – thank you!)

JANUARY 2008Wednesday, January 16, 2008

CMA Book Club Dinner6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Royal Green at Sterling Farms1349 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT

Author Presentation"Red Sea" by Emily Benedekhttp://www.emilybenedek.com/

$60 per person Members and Non-Members

Thursday, January 31, 2008CMA Monthly Luncheon

Speaker TBAWater’s Edge at Giovanni’s II

2748 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820

Cash Bar: 12 Noon, Seating for lunch: 12:45pm

Members: $40 per person/Non-Members: $45 per person

For reservations for all CMA Events please callLorraine at +1.203.406.0109 Ext 3717

CONTENTS

The holidays are here, and time to celebrate another good

year in shipping. If you're not celebrating, you must be

under 30.

There was, to be sure, some reallignment. After many

years in the shadow of a more glamorous cousin, the dry

bulk market stepped forward as the new darling at the ship-

ping ball. It is a fascinating development, to hear the econ-

omists who make a living analyzing the markets describe it,

and it goes to the heart of the past, present and future of

the global economy. I encourage you to attend the market

session of the CMA Shipping Conference 2008, on March

18. You won’t regret it.

On the other hand, some things have remained the same.

Recent accidents involving the HEIBEI SPIRIT oil incident

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• CMA INFORMATION •

OFFICERS

PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENTPeter Drakos Bob Kunkel

P: (203) 569-9538 P: (203) 831-8977F: (203) 569-9554 F: (203) 286-1474

Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

SECRETARY TREASURERLaura Mirabella Bob PascarellaP: (203) 629-2300 P: (203) 325-9771F: (203) 629-9101 F: (203) 323-6266

Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

GOVERNORS & COMMITTEE CHAIRS

MEMBERSHIP PLANNING & ADMINEvan Galanis Chris Aversano

P: (203) 356-2000 P: (203) 629-2300F: (203) 356-2010 F: (203) 629-9101Email: [email protected] Email:

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SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONJohnny Kulukundis Tom HodgsonP: (203) 550-1720 P: (203) 326-2830F: (203) 629-9103 F: (203) 363-5346

Email: Email:[email protected] [email protected]

EDUCATION CHANGE OF ADDRESSNora Huvane Faith Marr

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Email: Email:[email protected] [email protected]

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR & NEWSLETTERDonald B. Frost

P: (203) 406-0109 • F: (203) 406-0110Email: [email protected]

JOB MART: Lorraine Parsons/Cari KoellmerEmail: [email protected]

WEB: Lorraine ParsonsEmail: [email protected]

FROM THE EDITOR

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in Korea or the EXPLORER sinking in Antartica are a

reminder that shipping remains a perilous enterprise. If

you need a reminder, just click on You Tube and type in the

name of the ship. The world is watching along with us.

Never a dull moment in shipping, whether good, bad or

indifferent.

Hope you have a happy holiday.

Best regards,

Peter G. Drakos

Single source vendor:Spare Parts + Equipment

for foreign built ships

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“Tis the season to be jolly. (Forget the tra la la!). By any

metric you have all earned the right to enjoy the fruits of

your labors this year. Santa will be good to you all.With the

cost of coal skyrocketing, even the naughty will do okay.

You will read this missive before our Holiday Party so the

only recent Association event was the Nov 29th luncheon

featuring John Veson, President of Veson Nautical. John

gave an excellent presentation on using e-commerce appli-

cations to communicate and manage. His comments

sparked some spirited exchanges with the audience.

In my closing comments last month I noted that there would

be a series of “scoping” (citizen input) hearings on the pro-

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posed Long Island Sound Dredged Material Management

Plan (DMMP), one of which was at the Westin Hotel the

evening of November 28, 2007. Since my office is so close

to theWESTIN I attended – the only shipping person. I even

testified, urging far quicker action than the agency and envi-

ronmentally sensitive people present apparently felt was

needed.

I feel that a sense of urgency is missing and to make that

point I cited the TURBANA banana ship pull out from

Bridgeport and the consequences to our region including

New York State. As a reminder of what that is all about I

have included my testimony for your interest elsewhere in

this issue. I did not speak as a representative of CMA nor

of the shipping industry, fearing that would establish me as

having an agenda. I simply described myself as “citizen”.

There were representatives from three or more US Army

Corps of Engineers offices, a similar number of EPA offices,

NOAA fisheries people, a representative from

Congressman’s Shays office, two representatives each

from the states of New York and Connecticut, and untold

minions from an alphabet of other agencies and special

interests.

During the Q & A the Norwalk (CT) harbor master asked

how long ago the Corps of Engineers approved the central

and western Long Island Sound disposal sites. The answer

was over 50 years ago. For the record, the US EPA was

only established in July 1970. The next question was how

many years have those sites been monitored by anyone for

possible ecological damage. Answer: About thirty years.

Question: Has there been any ecological damage of any

kind. Answer: None that we can measure. QUESTION -

Why are we here if the dredging done before anyone knew

about the environment did nothing to hurt the environment?

The resulting pregnant silence was followed by heroic

efforts to explain that the DMMP was designed to make effi-

cient USE of the dredged material. I left about this time.

I re-learned something.We have to stay engaged and keep

trying to connect commerce, ships and shipping in order to

get any recognition for our virtually invisible industry.

Happy NewYear! Hope to see some of you during the party

season.

MURPHY’S FUNDAMENTALLAWS

By Don Frost

As the year ends and gifts are bought, toys assembled and

decorations put up around the house, I thought it would be

useful to review these laws of nature and of men.These are

just the most quoted rules. I have another 8 that would best

fit in a Dilbert cartoon strip.

10. By making something absolutely clear the more likely

someone will become confused

9. If you improve or tinker with something long enough it will

break or malfunction.

8.Whatever you set out to do something else must be done

first.

7. It is easier to make a commitment or get involved in

something than to get out of it.

6. Every clarification breeds new questions.

5. By trying to please everyone someone will be dis-

pleased.

4. Every activity takes more time than first estimated.

3. Everything you decide to do costs more money than first

estimated.

2. Nothing is ever as simple as it first seems.

1. If anything can go wrong it will.

My best wishes to all for a great holiday season.

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NAMEPA

NORTH AMERICAN MARINEENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

ASSOCIATIONOn the 25th anniversary of the Helenic Marine

Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA), a pas-

sion of George P. Livanos, CMA’s 1992 Commodore, North

America joined the movement. The Charter was signed on

October 25, 2007 as part of theWorld Maritime Day events

in NewYork City. Among the Charter’s signatories are CMA

president, Peter Drakos, IMS’s founder James Lawrence

and IRI’s Clay Maitland.

“COGNITIVE DISSONANCE”

By Donald B. Frost

I first heard this phrase on a Bill Moyers’s TV program last

month. I think it was meant to describe the polarization of

voters and the inability of government to move any agenda

due to the “noise” (dissonance). On further consideration, it

seemed to have applications in the world of shipping regu-

lations today. I must emphasize “today” because as much

as we might like to ignore the steady drone of new regula-

tions, enforcement of old regulations and proposals for still

more regulation, shipping has caught up with other indus-

tries and society in general. Shipping has become what we

have always feared and tried to avoid.

There is a medical/psychological definition of the term, but

for my purposes lets look at the Random House

Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language definition

of each word.

• “Cognitive” – adjective – The act or process of knowing.

• “Dissonance” – noun – The music definition: A simulta-

neous combination of tones conventionally accepted as

being in a state of unrest and needing completion. For

you musicians think “atonal”.

All of my examples start with smart people (the COGNI-

TIVE). They have the best of intentions, but very narrow

agendas that do not: (a) accept that there are other valid

view points; (b) allow for compromise; (c) consider possible

consequences of their agenda beyond their well meaning

but narrow goal(s) (the DISSONANCE). All too often alter-

native views are seen as a personal attack, rather than a

discussion of their ideas thus further polarizing otherwise

logical people.

If people of different views do not listen to each other, nei-

ther is likely to learn anything and even less likely to create

change for the better. To be sure, the political dictum that

CHANGE is only hammered out on the anvil of emergency

seems to be truer today than at any time in the world’s his-

tory, but this method of change brings along the highest

percentage of unintentional consequences.

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What I have described is most likely to be seen by you, the

shipping industry, as a commentary on environmental pro-

tection, but it also covers the paranoia of security and the

idea that punishment (incarceration and/or financial) is the

only way to change behavior. Of course that is not true.We

know that the exchange of ideas and a willingness to seek

the best path for all is far more effective than having the

party with the most power dictate a solution to a problem.

However, that is NOT what is happening.

We see evidence of this everyday during the presidential

political debates. Everyone is talking AT you and none are

listening to you. As we saw during the disgraceful Dubai

Ports World debacle, politically inspired back biting by

Congress was enabled and whipped into a senseless fury

by ignorant and irresponsible media. I likened it to the

Roman Forum where common sense was thrown to the

lions because to admit it was common sense would under-

mine the Nay Sayers’ self importance. In Aaron Sorkin’s

words “politicians are not at all interested in solving your

problems, only to make you afraid of them and create the

illusion that they, and only they, have a solution that they

will reveal at some time in the future (but never do).”

I am sorry to bring this negative vision to you in this season

of joy, but it is also a season when we must start to make

decisions as to who will lead this country in the future. The

future does not have to be so dark, but only if we as citi-

zens participate in the debates. Maybe one or more of you

will join me at the next public hearing on something ship-

ping related. “The price of freedom (ed. - personal as well

as commercial) is eternal vigilance.” (President Thomas

Jefferson).

DMMP TESTIMONYWEDNESDAY, NOV. 28, 2007

My name is Donald B. Frost. I live in Fairfield. I was a par-

ticipant in Governor Rell’s Cluster Competitiveness

Workshop in 2006 and the issue of dredging concerns me

as a citizen of Connecticut because, unless dredging

starts VERY soon, the leakage of jobs away from the State,

the rising cost of living, loss of population and the lessen-

ing quality of life in CT will significantly accelerate. The

URGENCY of this issue should not be underestimated. I

would like to give you one example.

For many years, Turbana Corp, an Ecuadorian banana grow-

er and shipping company has brought small, non-container,

refrigerated cargo ships into Bridgeport each week. The

boxes of bananas are discharged at the old CILCO terminal

(now owned by the ILA local) into refrigerated trailer trucks

for delivery to grocery stores from Westchester County to

southern Massachusetts and throughout Connecticut.

About a year ago, Turbana advised their Bridgeport termi-

nal managers, the Bridgeport Port Authority and, I assume,

the State of Connecticut, that they needed to use bigger

ships in order to expand the economic range of their oper-

ations in New England. Naturally, the larger ships would be

deeper drafted. Their contract in Bridgeport is up in 2008

and, as a condition for extending their contract, they want-

ed a realistic estimate of when dredging would take place

and they could start using bigger ships. No one could give

a realistic timetable, or even assure Turbana that

Bridgeport WOULD be dredged.

As a result, Turbana will pull out of Bridgeport in April 2008

and move their operations to Philadelphia. This will have

the following results:

1) JOB LOSS. 350-450 jobs in Connecticut counting the

terminal, longshoreman and truckers, and a reduction

of work by those who service the ships and the port.

2) INCREASED COST OF LIVING. The cost of bananas

in this region will rise due to the longer trip from

Philadelphia, and the bananas will not be as fresh.

3) REDUCED REGIONAL COMPETITIVENESS. The

further increase in road congestion and high cost of liv-

ing will discourage new industries from locating in the

region and encourage those still here to leave.

4) QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES

a) INCREASED ROAD CONGESTION. More trucks will

traverse the region, beating up our roads and adding to

the congestion on our already choked highways.

b) INCREASED ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE.

Thousands of additional trucks will enter and leave our

region every year spewing global warming gases,

affecting our planet and our region’s health and the

prevailing winds from the west will bring us their pollu-

tion left in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.

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CMA SHIPPING 2008The conference program is under development and will bereleased in late December. It will be topical, dynamic anda diverse and relevant program designed to appeal to thewidest possible audience.

We have also started the process to select ourCommodore for 2008, which is always exciting, so watchout for that news!

Our event website for 2008 – http://www.shipping2008.comis fully operational with a unique “days” countdown to thestart of the show! The website is a great place to checkregularly for new updates on the show and all its movingparts.

In the meantime, if you are interested in participating atCMA Shipping 2008 as an exhibitor, conference delegate,sponsor or advertiser, please don’t hesitate to contact mefor additional information and to make sure that you arekept informed as planning for the show develops.

We look forward to your support and to another great eventnext March.

Lorraine Parsons, Event Director, CMA Shipping 2008Tel: +1.203.406.0109 Ext 3717Email: [email protected]

“There is Posidonia, Nor-Shipping and CMA Shipping”

SAVE THE DATE!!

March 17, 18 & 19, 2008

The Westin Hotel, Stamford, CT, USA

For more information contact:Lorraine Parsons, CMA Event Director at

Tel. +1.203.406.0109 ext. 3717 • Fax. +1.203.406.0110Email. [email protected] OR

visit us at www.shipping2008.com

March 17-19, 2008 –Westin Stamford Hotel

North America’s pre-eminent Conference and Expositionwill take place once again at The Westin Stamford, March17, 18 & 19, 2008. Don’t miss the chance to visit this greatevent right here in Stamford – what could be better or moreconvenient!

Once again we are fully committed with bookings for boothspace, but be assured that if you are interested in having apresence at the show, we will find a way to accommodateyou!

Many of our familiar event sponsors have already con-firmed their commitment as sponsors and we are alsopleased to welcome some brand new sponsors for 2008.Major international associations have confirmed their sup-port as Supporting Organizations and we are already oper-ating a waiting list for the March 19 Gala Dinner. CMAShipping has reinforced its reputation as a “must attendevent” and many do not leave the show without bookingahead for the next year. We are off to a great start and ontrack for another record-breaking event in 2008.

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SITUATIONS WANTED

Candidate 2: Maritime Manager seeking a position in a team environ-

ment. Skills in liner service management, operations and some charter-

ing. Leader with a strong ability to multi task expertly and efficiently.

Heavily experienced in containers and breakbulk cargoes. Offering diver-

sity, flexibility and an outgoing personality with a “make it happen” atti-

tude.” Contact: Kim Dailey at 203-241-0388 or by email:

[email protected] (S6-11)

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Candidate 3: Merchant marine deck officer with 35 years experience,mostly overseas. Looking for shore job in Fairfield or Westchester.

Strong leadership and team player.

My experience includes 30 years as master of vessels between 100 and

200 feet. Please contact by email: [email protected] (S6-11)

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Candidate 4: Operations / Commercial ManagerOperations / Commercial Manager with 25 years of experience seeks

position with a recognized maritime shipping company. Preference would

be to be located in the tri-state area; but willing to consider a wider range.

My strength lies in the areas of operational and commercial contracts and

the management of those contracts. I possess strong leadership in a team

environment. Highly motivated to work long hours as required. I also have

6 years of “EX-Pat experience in south east Asia. Am willing to relocate/

travel if necessary. Ability to write and make presentations in an articulate

manner. I have an outgoing personality and can multitask as required.

Telephone: (201-251-4757

Cell: (973)-204 2668, E-Mail: [email protected] (S7-04)

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The CMA Job Mart is designed to match qualified candi-dates with good positions. Over the years, this servicehas proven to be extremely valuable to both job seekersand potential employers. Ads seeking to fill positions will

run for two months at a rate of $200.Candidates seeking employment must be aCMA member at a rate of $50 per year or

$25 per year for students.

To become part of the Job Mart please call(203) 406-0109 or

email: [email protected] latest Job Mart is always accessible on theCMA website at: http://www.cmaconnect.com

JO B MA R THELP WANTED

NOTE: two months of running your ad in this newsletter costs companies

only $200 - and it has proven to be THE place to be seen and answered.

Position A: Experienced Tanker Operations PersonEstablished international tanker brokerage company in Fairfield County,

Connecticut seeks an experienced operations person.

We require a professional with a background in tanker operations for at

least two (2) years, broking house preferred but not essential.

The ideal candidate should:

* Have excellent inter-personal and communications skills

* Be capable of working independently & taking initiative

* Possess a solid work ethic

* Be a dedicated team player

* Possess flexibility, adaptability & positive attitude

Competitive salary & attractive benefits package

Equal opportunity employer

E-Mail: [email protected]

Notes: Please email your cv, which will be treated in strictest confidence

(HW012-07)

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Position B: Vessel OperatorResponsibilities

* Verify ports & cargo details and issue voyage instructions for all vessels

under his/her control.

* Contact vessel and determine bunker requirements based on forward

schedule and bunker availability in various ports and coordinate with

bunker broker, agents and vessel and arrange most economical

bunkers.

* Appoint agents in accordance with COA/CP, review proforma D/As and

place agents in funds for vessels under his/her control.

* Monitor movements of the vessels, and provide customers with

progress updates as required. Alert supervisor to any accidents/inci-

dents and/or delays.

* Monitor the schedule to ensure that vessels are maintaining laycans.

* Upon completion of loading, issue invoicing instructions.

* Upon completion of discharge, calculate Laytime and forward to cus-

tomer. Reach agreement with customer and issue demurrage invoice

instructions.

* Review and code disbursement accounts received from agents and

pass on to accounting.

* Be available on cell phone to respond to calls from vessels and agents

etc during on-call weekends/holidays (Estimated once every four

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Qualifications* College Degree in Marine Transportation or similar marine business dis-

cipline issued by an accredited university. Extensive experience in the

Tanker business which could provide background/skills in addition to or

instead of above.

* Merchant Marine Deck Officer license (minimum Third Mate, any ocean,

unlimited tonnage) issued by acceptable government authority pre-

ferred, not required. Sea experience as a Tanker Deck Officer preferred.

Please visit our website for more information http://www.sntg.com. Only

qualified applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity

employer. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.


Notes: If you meet the qualifications, please send a letter of interest and

resume to [email protected] with "Demurrage Analyst - Norwalk" in the sub-

ject line of your email. (HW12-07)

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Position H: Broker Support / Administrator - New Jersey -Maersk Broker, USAMaersk Broker America Inc are seeking a broker support/administrator to

join their small but growing Hackensack, New Jersey office. USA citizen-

ship is essential as is a finance/accounting background and a thorough

working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and Word including pivot tables.

The primary role will be book-keeping, maintenance of the general ledger,

and the preparation of weekly, monthly and ad-hoc financial reports for

management. The position also entails day-to-day assistance with all

aspects of running a small brokerage company, including assistance with

travel arrangements, general secretarial duties, and office administration.

Applicants should apply to General Manager Ben Goss at

[email protected]

Maersk Broker are one of the largest international shipbroking companies

with activities within chartering, contracting of newbuildings, sale and pur-

chase of second-hand tonnage, project broking, research, e-business as

well as ship agency.

Maersk Broker are an independent company employing approximately

250 brokers and staff within the Maersk Broker offices in Copenhagen,

Hamburg, London, Athens, New Jersey, Tokyo, Seoul, Beijing, Shanghai,

Hong Kong, Taipei, Hanoi and Singapore.

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Position J: Port Captain/Operation ManagerCandidate should have hands on experience in break-bulk and project-

cargo load/discharge operations. Knowledge of stow plans and lashing of

* Generate and forward location sheets daily and on weekends when on-

call.

* Upon completion of training will be responsible for upto 10 vessels.

* Be familiar with various Contracts and Charter Parties.

* Monitor vessel month end reports and pass on to accounting as

required.

* Visit vessels periodically and establish a good relationship with Masters,

Crews, Agents and Customers.

Company: CSL INTERNATIONAL INC

Address: 152 Conant Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Telephone: 978-922-1300, E-Mail: [email protected]

Notes: Please send resumes (HW012-07)

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Position C: Demurrage AnalystStolt-Nielsen Transportation Group B.V.

Stolt-Nielsen Transportation Group Inc. (SNTG) is one of the world's lead-

ing providers of transportation services for bulk liquid chemicals, edible

oils, acids, and other specialty liquids. SNTG, through its intercontinental

parcel tankers, coastal parcel tankers, river tankers, tank containers and

rail services, provides global transportation solutions for its customers on

a worldwide basis

For our Tanker Trading division in our Chartering department in Norwalk

we are looking for a Demurrage Analyst

Stolt-Nielsen is looking for a diligent, experienced and well-educated indi-

vidual with an interest in ship performance issues, to evaluate, document

and present to charterers invoice for each incurred demurrage situation,

maintain port invoice following up to pursue a timely settlement, directly

assist the Demurrage Manager in monitoring and controlling the

Demurrage collection process, and maintain list of customers, invoicing

system and follow up.

Main Duties* "Evaluate and establish for each cargo and assigned voyage whether

demurrage incurred as per Fixture Terms of Charter Party or COA and

corresponding Statement of Facts, relevant supporting technical docu-

mentation and legal precedents.

* Document and present to Charterers an invoice for each incurred

demurrage situation as determined. Record laytime used at all load and

discharge ports for each cargo fixture into the cargo booking system.

* Maintain post invoice follow-up.

* Maintain demurrage files for Customers regarding invoicing and revi-

sions.

* Assist, support and provide other departments with services as required

with regard to demurrage.

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over dimensional project cargo. Must have Chief Mate or Master's license

and willing to travel. Familiar with the Caribbean, Central and South

America considered an asset.

Position is based in beautiful Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.

Salary commensurate with experience and includes full Medical and

Dental benefits and employee RRSP plan.

Interested applicants should submit their resume

Fax: 506-634-4278, E-Mail: [email protected]

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Position K: Experienced CFOGLOBE WIRELESS, a fast-growing global maritime communications and

IT solutions company seeks a talented, experienced CFO to direct and

oversee all the financial activities of the corporation, including preparation

of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future

business growth and general economic outlook. The qualified candidate

must be an experienced leader and financial executive with manufactur-

ing experience, who is energetic, forward-thinking and projects a profes-

sional image. Must possess sound technical skills, analytical ability, good

judgment and strong operational focus. A well organized and self-directed

individual who is intelligent and articulate who possesses a "big picture"

perspective and is well versed in systems.

Masters degree (MA), CPA and 5-10 years experience in a manufacturing

environment; SEC reporting experience; IPO & acquisition experience

preferred.

Interest candidates who meet these requirements may confidentially fax

their resume to 321.309.1381 or via e-mail to [email protected]

(HW11-07)

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Position L: Ocean Marine Recovery AnalystMaritime Subrogation Services, an ancillary business of Cozen O'Connor,

seeks an Ocean Marine Recovery Analysts for our New York City office.

Recovery analysts will review, analyze and pursue recovery of primarily

ocean marine claims. Duties will include intaking and recording relevant

claims documentation, analyzing documentation to establish statute of

limitations based on contractual or statutory time bars and ensure that

subrogation rights are preserved within the specified statute dates. This

will also involve direct contact with ocean carriers, insurance adjusters

and attorneys alike. The right person will posses excellent oral and written

communication skills along with the ability to negotiate settlements. Must

be computer literate and have 1-3 years marine experience but willing to

train the right candidate. Please email your resume to Christine Benson

at [email protected] or fax to 866-202-1729. (HW11-07)

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Position M: Shipbroker TraineeStolt-Nielsen Transportation Group B.V.

Stolt-Nielsen Transportation Group Inc. (SNTG) is one of the world's lead-

ing providers of transportation services for bulk liquid chemicals, edible

oils, acids, and other specialty liquids. SNTG, through its intercontinental

parcel tankers, coastal parcel tankers, river tankers, tank containers and

rail services, provides global transportation solutions for its customers on

a worldwide basis.

For our Tanker Trading division in our Chartering department in Norwalk

we are looking for a Shipbroker Trainee

Main Duties* Responsible for fixing spot cargoes on various routes on assigned ships

in order that profit be maximized given market conditions or strategic

goals to be met.

* Coordinate with COA customers to receive nominations on time and

build programs that fit vessel schedules.

* Coordinate with chartering and operations departments to maximize

space utilization, minimize port calls and make the voyage as profitable

as possible.

* Maintain up-to-date voyage records and documentation to the cus-

tomers for the tonnage loading within service.

* Maintain contact with customers and potential customers of Stolt-

Nielsen.

Qualifications* Minimum one year outside shipbrokering experience or on year Stolt-

Nielsen Assistant Shipbroker experience.

* A college education is required with maritime specialty desired.

* Operations experience or in-house training is desired

* Personal Computer proficiency with knowledge of various software

packages desirable.

* Willingness to relocate and travel is required.

Please visit our website for more information http://www.sntg.com. Only

qualified applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity

employer. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.


Notes: If you meet the above qualifications, please send a letter of inter-

est and resume to [email protected] with "Shipbroker Trainee - Norwalk" in the

subject line of your email. (HW12-07)

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Position N: Investment BankingNY area. Director or VP level with financial background. Candidates

should have an MBA and experience at concluding complex financial

transactions within the maritime sector. The successful candidate will

present maritime projects to potential investors.

Business development skills are valued. Salary commensurate with expe-

riences. Travel expected. Reports to Managing Director.

E-Mail: [email protected] (HW12-07)

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Position R: Crude/DPP & CPP OperationsPosition available in an international brokerage firm.

Shipping background required; all levels of experience will be considered.

Come join the team in our fast paced, growing company!

Job Location: Odin Marine, Inc. 66 Gate House Road, Stamford, CT

06902

Email Resume to Human Resource Department at [email protected]

(HW10-07)

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Position S: Administrator/Post-fixture opportunityMerlin Petroleum is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic new team

member to join our busy and expanding office.

Merlin acts as brokers and traders of marine fuels and is a major supplier

to the US Government.

We are looking for a recent maritime graduate that wants to get into the

industry and is keen to learn all aspects of the bunker business.

Initial responsibilities will revolve around post-fixture and administration of

our existing contracts, and there are plenty of opportunities for growth for

the right person!

Please email resumes to [email protected] or fax to 203 227

3910. (HW10-07)

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Position T: Bunker Broker trainee – entry positionMerlin Petroleum, a well established and growing bunker broking and trad-

ing company is looking for a recent maritime grad to join our expanding

team.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, willing to learn

all aspects of the bunker industry and understand that shipping business

is not 9-5!

Please email resumes to [email protected] or fax to 203 227

3910. (HW10-07)

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Position U: Marine OperationsMarine consultant and ship management company seeks to fill position on

operations desk.

Must have some marine background, but willing to train the right individual.

Daily tasks include but not limited to:

• Supervise and coordinate with surveyors in the field

• Daily communications with vessels and agents and clients

• Coordinate with vessel and surveyor for on/hire off/hire surveys

• Daily position reports

Email: [email protected] (HW10-07)

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Position V: Oil/Tanker Market AnalystLeading maritime consulting firm based in Boston, MA seeks an experi-

enced shipping market analyst with a strong background in either energy,

oil, or tanker market analysis.

Duties include:

• Monitoring Global Oil Trade Data and Tanker Fleet Developments

• Forecasting Oil Market and Tanker Market Developments

• Writing Monthly and Quarterly Market Reports

• Making Presentations To Clients

• Statistical Modeling & Analysis

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have excellent writing and

communication skills, and be able to meet deadlines. A degree in

Economics is a plus, and proficiency with statistics and econometric mod-

eling, as well as with Microsoft Office, is also important.

If interested, please send a resume to Kevin Hazel ([email protected])

(HW10-07)

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Position W:Technical CoordinatorRoymar Ship Management Inc. is an international dry bulk ship manage-

ment company managing a growing fleet of 34 vessels located in lower

Westchester, NY.We are seeking candidates for the rewarding position of

Technical Coordinator. Ideal candidates will be graduates of marine trans-

portation or marine engineering, with strong computer skills. The position

is responsible for assisting and coordinating technical and operational

tasks. This entails maintaining and monitoring records of surveys, repairs

and maintenance of our fleet of vessels. Specific aspects of the position

include, ordering services/repairs and maintaining our job order system,

monitoring ship’s performance, maintaining plans, drawings, and instruc-

tion manuals for the vessels, and performing special technical projects as

assigned. Roymar offers a great work environment, excellent pay and







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benefits with full potential of personal growth and development. Please

send resume to [email protected] or fax to (914) 961-6425 with the

heading TECHNICAL COORDINATOR on all transmissions.

(HW11-07)

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Position X: Regulatory Compliance and Emergency ResponseCompany Name: ECM Maritime Services, LLC

Position Title: Regulatory Compliance and Emergency Response

Job Location: Wilton, CT

Job Description: ECM Maritime Services, LLC is the industry leader in

Crisis Management and Regulatory Compliance. We were the first com-

pany to provide dedicated services to the shipping community in the fields

of contingency planning, emergency response, and compliance with the

requirements of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. Over the years, we have

developed the expertise required to become one of the world’s leading

emergency response management companies. Today, ECM offers pro-

fessional services in contingency plan writing, spill response, training, and

technical and operational support to the US and international shipping

communities, cargo interests, and terminal operators. Our philosophy and

goals remain the same. We continually strive for excellence in service to

our clients.

ECM is looking for the right individual to provide regulatory compliance for

the international maritime industry in a growing company. Additional

responsibilities will include emergency response to vessel casualties (oil

spills, groundings, etc.) and the potential to conduct vessel boardings and

training. The position requires an individual who is a career-minded self-

starter who can work independently and at the same time interact within

a team environment. 24/7 availability along with domestic and interna-

tional travel are sometimes required.

We offer competitive salary, the potential for a bonus based upon time

commitment, work and company performance, vacation / personal / sick

time, as well as medical and 401K benefits.

Job Qualifications: Maritime and/or environmental background preferred.

Some shipping experience would be beneficial but not required. Must

have the desire to learn and grow along with our expanding company.

Candidates must have strong organization, verbal and written communi-

cations skills and be able to work on deadlines. In addition, the candidate

must be fluent in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data-

base functions.

Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience

Contact Information: Please apply via email to:

[email protected]

NOTE: We review all resumes and will contact you directly if your back-

ground and qualifications complement our criteria. Only qualified candi-

dates will be contacted. (HW11-07)

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Position Y: Marine Fuel Broker / TraderKPI Bridge Oil, one of the world’s leading marine fuel brokerage and trad-

ing firms, seeks an aggressive and motivated individual to work as a

marine fuel broker in their New Jersey office.

Qualified candidates should be:

• Outgoing

• Result-oriented

• Eager to travel and meet people

• Knowledge of a foreign language a plus (but not required)

In return KPI Bridge Oil offers:

• An exciting, energetic job in an ever expanding global organization

• Modern IT Facilities

• Worldwide travel experience

• A pleasant work environment

• Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and results

More information about KPI Bridge Oil may be found at

http://www.kpi-bridgeoil.com.

Please forward résumé’s to [email protected] or call

Rob Atkinson at +1 732 219 7900. (HW11-07)

JOB MART –OCEAN RANGERS

State of ALASKA – Seeking contract proposalsThe Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of

Water, is soliciting proposals for assistance with the implementation of the

Ocean Ranger program established under Alaska Statute 46.03.476. The

selected contractor will recruit and hire U.S Coast Guard licensed marine

engineers to serve as Ocean Rangers on large commercial passenger

vessels1. Contractor will develop the "Inspection and Verification Guide

and Checklist" as the backbone of the Ocean Ranger program. The con-

tractor will also develop and conduct a training course for the Ocean

Rangers. Contractor will administer the program and manage the logistics

of placing Ocean Rangers on most large commercial passenger vessels

during each visit to Alaska. Proposals by Dec 20, 2007. See:

http://www.dec.state.ak.us/publicnotices.htm



http://www.kpi-bridgeoil.com


http://www.dec.state.ak.us/publicnotices.htm

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