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BCMEA Well Represented at the National
Maritime Safety Association
The BCMEA and our guests recently attended the National Maritime Safety Association (NMSA) Technical
Committee meeting in Tacoma, WA.
NMSA is an association of associations, representing stevedores and terminal operators from the West
coast, Gulf of Mexico and the Eastern seaboard since 1972. The technical committee holds quarterly two-day
meetings to discuss issues and innovations in maritime safety throughout North America. David Moorhouse
and Glen Williams represented the BCMEA, along with our guests, John Crique, Western Stevedoring and
ILWU members, Romeo Bordignon, Kal Uppal and Antonio Pantusa.
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Over 50 people attended the meeting from a wide
variety of locations, including Florida, Boston,
Philadelphia, Columbia River, Los Angeles, Oakland,
San Francisco, Houston, Tacoma, and New York. The
meeting was kicked off by Tacoma Port Commissioner,
Dick Marzano, followed by Glen Williams who provided
a very impactful “safety contact” presentation on
distracted walking.
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The group reviewed accidents and injuries throughout the waterfront industry, and discussed their causes and
prevention, along with issues such as prescription opioid use, container weighing and emergency response.
A mechanical design engineer provided insight into top handler safety, including lines of sight, vision-plus
and on-board weighing systems. Another presentation offered details of a fire in the crew’s quarters on a
container vessel at berth, and the lessons learned by first responders and the terminal.
Representatives from the Pacific Maritime Association/ILWU Joint Accident Prevention Committee talked
about work done by its sub-committees based on the DMAIC process: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve
and Control. This committee is developing a whitepaper on lashing safety, and is currently working on top
handler accident prevention.
Finally, the committee reviewed a rough draft of a lashing “Learn and Live” video, and a test bank of 250
questions for waterfront professionals that will be offered online. This video is one in a series of free videos
available on the NMSA website www.nmsa.us
The next Technical Committee meeting in this part of the country will be held in conjunction with the NMSA
Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Seattle, June 15 – 17, 2016. The AGM offers presentations and workshops
in addition to the TC. The AGM is open to all comers, and registration information should be available soon.
Please contact Glen Williams or David Moorhouse for more information about attending an upcoming TC.
Story contributed by David Moorhouse, Senior Field Supervisor, Training, Safety & Recruitment | BCMEA
GCT Canada Orders 8 Künz Intermodal Cranes
globalterminals.com
At the end of October, GCT Canada commenced its GCT Deltaport Intermodal Yard Reconfiguration project.
Following on the heels of this announcement, the company confirmed its order of 8 electric, wide-span cranes
(WSCs) from leading crane manufacturer, Austria-based Künz. The state-of-the-art, 41-tonne lift capacity
WSCs will increase train handling speed at GCT Deltaport.
Already boasting the largest on-dock rail yard in North America, the WSCs are an integral part of GCT
Deltaport’s rail redesign that will help increase intermodal yard capacity to 1.9 million TEUs all within its existing
footprint. Selected for their proven reliability, productivity, and sustainable innovation, the Künz remotelyoperated WSCs will improve safety of the workforce by buffering containers in a transfer zone adjacent to the
working tracks. The fully-electric cranes will be equipped with power smart lighting controls, energy-efficient,
down-directed LED lighting, and will also not emit any CO2, NOx, or particulate matter. Featuring robust
ABB drive controls, the WSC systems will complement GCT Canada’s existing fleet, streamlining equipment
maintenance procedures.
Guenter Bischof, the Managing Director of Künz stated, “GCT places workplace safety as its core value.
We are delighted to work with the expansion team to provide an equipment solution with zero emissions
enabling the highest productivity for its customers.”
“Künz is a well-respected, global manufacturer of innovative cranes. The WSCs will ensure GCT Deltaport
is equipped to provide our customers with the same best-in-class transit and dwell times that they enjoy
today — even while they deploy bigger ships with greater volume discharges into the trade,” said Eric Waltz,
President of GCT Canada. “Operated by our skilled ILWU workforce, the cranes will be able to operate at wind
speeds of 72 kilometres per hour, providing uninterrupted ship-to-rail transfers to the CN and CP network.”
Delivery of fully-fitted and tested assemblies in 2016 will be fully-commissioned in 2017.
http://globalterminals.com/gct-canada-orders-8-kunz-intermodal-cranes/
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Talking About Corporate Social Responsibility
Participants of the Waterfront Leadership Program broadened their understanding of the waterfront in their
third course of Cohort 2, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The instructor of the course, Luis Villabla,
has held high profile positions at the World Bank and the Global Environmental Facility in Washington,
D.C. , as well as Chief Monetary officer at the Central Bank of Paraguay, and President and Chancellor of
Universidad dell Pacifico in Paraguay. It is of utmost importance that the leaders of our waterfront broaden
their perspectives to an international level, but also understand at the local level.
Through demonstrated case studies, local examples, and critical reflection, participants in the Waterfront
Leadership Program discussed various ways to apply the People, Planet, Profits (PPP) concept that is central
to implementing a belief of CSR as a critical business responsibility.
Implications for the waterfront industry, with its particular stakeholders, in an increasingly connected world,
were explored in a practical manner as presented in one session by Jeff Scott, President and CEO, Fraser
Surrey Docks LP. Mr. Scott shared, “Corporate Social Responsibility is a commitment to make when meeting
business and social needs especially as it involves communities, stakeholders and first nations.”
Participants left the day being better equipped in their roles as stewards of the port as well as members of
the local communities to which they work within in and contribute to. Shared one engaged participant when
asked about a takeaway from the session, “I believe that Corporate Social Responsibility is very valuable as
it applies to the business mission statement and overall vision.”
Ultimately, what was explored and discussed were the many benefits of incorporating this philosophy and
belief into business practices, while understanding the associated risks of not considering CSR impacts.
Story contributed by Macey Nielissen, Manager, Labour Relations| BCMEA
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“Caboose” Supports On-Site Heavy Equipment Training
Senior Industry Trainer, Peter Chow, uses video recordings in his heavy
equipment training program as a way to provide feedback on procedures
and techniques. Peter records the trainee in operation and plays it
back to reinforce good practices and identify inefficiencies. The video
camera’s small screen is less than ideal for that purpose, so Peter
approached Neptune Terminals for a space and the BCMEA for
computer equipment to support video feedback on-site.
What resulted was a lockable cabinet dubbed the “Caboose.” Located
temporarily in the locker room, the intention is to mount the caboose
on wheels so it can be moved to any convenient location and used
not only to review video playback, but also as a portable classroom
housing supplies, videos and PowerPoint presentations.
Neptune Terminals always encourages and supports its employees in
their contribution to their personal health and safety, and their support
for training reinforces that. Peter is committed to targeted training
that results in a caring and professional operator. The development
of this training aid is a perfect example of the partnership between
the BCMEA, industry trainers and our customers to encourage
excellence in what we do.
Story contributed by David Moorhouse, Senior Field Supervisor, Training, Safety & Recruitment | BCMEA
Season’s Greetings
Over the holiday season, BCMEA office hours will be
as follows:
Dec. 24th:
Closed at noon
Dec. 25thClosed
Dec. 28th:Closed
Dec. 29th - 30th:
Regular hours
Dec. 31st:
Closed at noon
Jan. 1st:Closed
This is the last edition of the Bulletin for 2015 - we will
resume publication in 2016. On behalf of the staff and
management at the BCMEA, we would like to wish
everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
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FSD Coal Terminal Gets New Green Light From Port
peacearchnews.com
A revised proposal to build a new coal export terminal on the Fraser River in Surrey has received approval
from Port Metro Vancouver.
The port authority on Monday issued an amended project permit to Fraser Surrey Docks that approves
the company’s altered plan to load coal directly onto ocean-going ships, rather than first barging coal to a
transfer site at Texada Island as originally planned.
The $15-million terminal would bring at least four million tonnes per year of U.S. thermal coal by rail through
White Rock, South Surrey and Delta, adding one extra coal train per day.
Fraser Surrey Docks officials had cited the “challenging” economics of continued low coal prices for the
switch to loading directly to ships last May. The change removed one of the objections of opponents – that
coal dust from open barges would be more prone to wafting out into neighbourhoods and the environment.
An estimated 80 ships would haul coal out each year, instead of 640 barge loads.
“Extremely depressed” coal prices also recently prompted one U.S. coal firm to recently announce a threeyear halt to shipments through B.C. It means a four million tonne decrease in coal – equivalent to one train
per day – coming by rail to Westshore Terminals at Deltaport from 2016-18.
Fraser Surrey Docks’ project is still facing court challenges and the requirement to get an air emissions
permit from Metro Vancouver, after abandoning its court challenge of the regional district’s authority.
The company has previously said 2017 is the earliest the new terminal could be operating.
http://www.peacearchnews.com/news/359159251.html
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Trade-Enabling Land Shortage Threatens Port
Metro Vancouver Growth
joc.com
A shortage of land suitable for goods movement in proximity to Port Metro Vancouver threatens to restrict
the growth of trade at Canada’s largest container port within 10 years, according to a study commissioned
by the port.
The study by Site Economics identified about 1,000 acres of vacant trade-enabling industrial land suitable
for logistics and goods movement. “Roughly 1,500 to 3,000 more acres of trade-enabling industrial lands
are required in the next five to 10 years to meet the demands of a growing Canadian economy,” the port
authority stated in a release.
Port Metro Vancouver, on Canada’s Pacific coast, handled 2.9 million 20-foot containers in 2014, an increase
of 3 percent from the previous year, and the volume is expected to nearly double over the next 15 years, port
projections indicate.
Merchandise trade generates a need for marine terminals, distribution warehouses and road and rail
connectors. By definition, this trade-enabling infrastructure must be located on or close to the waterfront to
facilitate a smooth flow of commerce for exports and imports.
If the current trend of a shrinking industrial land base continues, Port Metro Vancouver may be unable
to remain competitive with other trade gateways. If that happens, the region will miss out on economic
opportunities, and the cost of goods movement will increase. The total direct and indirect economic impact
of every 100 acres of logistics development is equal to approximately $1.9 billion of economic value, the
study stated.
Furthermore, the supply of trade-enabling industrial land is being threatened by factors such as rezonings
and residential developments. The redevelopment of industrial land near critical transportation corridors for
uses other than trade is restricting the supply of land for efficient goods movement, the study stated.
“Trade and logistics services that support goods movement are critical to the local and national economy
and contribute to our high standard of living,” said Robin Silvester, president and chief executive officer of
Port Metro Vancouver.
http://www.joc.com/port-news/international-ports/shortage-trade-enabling-land-threatens-growth-port-metro-vancouver_20151206.html
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Industry News Links
B.C.’s Transportation Sector: Building Markets, Growing Jobs
http://engage.gov.bc.ca/bcjobsplan/economy/transportation/
Container volume flat in lackluster October for West Coast ports
http://www.joc.com/por t-news/us-por ts/container-volume-flat-lackluster-october-west-coastports_20151205.html
Two more co-operation agreements signed in China
https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2015FLNR0334-002024
Port of Oakland lifting four giant cranes 26 feet higher
http://www.portofoakland.com/newsroom/pressReleases/2015/pr_477.aspx
B.C. extends heavy haul network
http://www.heavyliftpfi.com/news/b-c-extends-heavy-haul-network.html
CMA CGM to acquire Neptune Orient Lines for $2.4bn
http://container-mag.com/2015/12/07/cma-cgm-agree-acquire-neptune-orient-lines-2-4bn/
Grain shipping costs by rail disputed
http://canadiansailings.ca/?p=10684
Port authority renews call for the protection of industrial land in the interests of long-term livability and
economic development
http://www.portmetrovancouver.com/about-us/news-and-media/news/port-authority-renews-call-for-theprotection-of-industrial-land-in-the-interests-of-long-term-livability-and-economic-development/
Forget about the speed of the train – it’s all about end-to-end delivery time
http://canadiansailings.ca/?p=10670
Robotics and big data central to port innovation
http://fairplay.ihs.com/ports/article/4257606/robotics-driverless-vehicles-big-data-and-simulationsoftware-central-in-port-and
BG Group Chief Executive excited over the future of LNG
http://www.lngindustry.com/liquid-natural-gas/27102015/BG-Group-Chief-Executive-excited-over-thefuture-of-LNG-1530/
Grain Handlers Expand Hunt for Cheaper Crop Bins as Prices Slump
http://www.agweb.com/article/grain-handlers-expand-hunt-for-cheaper-crop-bins-as-prices-slump-blmg/
Shipping industry not ready for container weighing rule, study finds
http://www.joc.com/regulation-policy/transportation-regulations/international-transportation-regulations/
shipping-industry-not-ready-container-weighing-rule-study-finds_20151202.html
Over 70% of new container ships to have eco-engines
http://container-mag.com/2015/12/03/70-new-container-ships-eco-engines/
MacGregor And Maersk To Develop Next Generation Container Securing Systems
https://www.vesselfinder.com/news/4877-MacGregor-And-Maersk-To-Develop-Next-Generation-ContainerSecuring-Systems
NLRB: ILWU union violated federal labour law
http://container-mag.com/2015/12/07/nlrb-ilwu-union-violated-federal-labour-law/
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Industry Events Calendar
January 13-15, 2016
Truck Loggers Association Convention & Trade Show Westin Bayshore, Vancouver, BC
January 26, 2016 Vancouver Board of Trade Economic Outlook
Forum presented by BMO Bank of Montreal
Vancouver Convention Centre - West
Ballrooms C & D
1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
February 17-18, 2016
Cargo Logistics Canada (CLC)
Palais des congrès,
Montréal, PQ
http://www.tla.ca/convention
https://www.boardoftrade.com/events/individual-events/
483-5862
http://cargologisticscanada.com/
February 28-March 2, 2016 16th Annual TPM Conference
Long Beach, CA
http://events.joc.com/tpm2016/
April 11, 2016
The Vancouver Board of Trade Governors’ Banquet
and Rix Awards 2016
Vancouver Convention Centre (West)
1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
https://www.boardoftrade.com/events/individual-events/
554-5907
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Dispatch Shortage Statistics
For the Period Sunday November 22nd, 2015 to Saturday December 5th, 2015
JOB
BOMBADIER
BULK OPERATOR
DOCK GANTRY
ELECTRICIAN
F.E.L.
H.D. MECHANIC
HATCH TENDER
HEAD CHKR
KOMATSU OP
LIQUID BULK
LOCIE ENGINEER
MEN - DOW
PAINTER
PLUMBER
RACK & S/HOIST
RED DOG CRANE
RUBBER TIRE GTY
SWITCHMAN
TRACKMAN
WHEAT MACHINE
WHEAT SPECIALTY
TOTAL
Jobs cut prior
to dispatch
(unable to fill)
Jobs filled thru
employee
extensions
Jobs filled by
employee
double shifting
1
1
8
Jobs filled by
local 502
employees
Jobs filled by
transferring
employees
3
2
5
1
1
Jobs left
unfilled after
dispatch
TOTAL
6
1
17
1
2
1
1
2
1
2
1
4
2
1
1
1
6
2
1
1
1
16
3
3
34
29
3
3
6
15
1
18
1
2
1
1
3
2
1
6
1
1
6
3
1
3
3
81
How were shortages handled by Dispatch?
Jobs left unfilled after dispatch, 29, 0.66%
Jobs filled by hall employees, 4321, 98.16%
Other, 81, 1.84%
Jobs cut prior to dispatch (unable to fill), 1,
0.02%
Jobs filled thru employee extensions, 1,
0.02%
Jobs filled by transferring employees, 34,
0.77%
Jobs filled by employee double shifting, 16,
0.36%
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Vancouver Casual Employee
% Dispatched per Dispatch Board
100%
Last 7 Days
90%
Last 30 Days
80%
Last 365 Days
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
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