Marine Log - March 2009 - (Page 24) CONFERENCE & EXPO | May 12 & 13, 2009 TUGS & BARGES One of the topics of discussion will be hybrid propulsion for tugs. Shown is Foss Maritime’s Carolyn Dorothy, the world’s first hybrid green assist tug. Marine Log’s Tugs & Barges Conference & Expo, now in its sixth year, will once again o er insight into the dynamic coastal tug and barge market. Here’s a glimpse at some of the topics we will be covering: Stricter emissions regulations are on the horizon, both on the state and federal level. What can owners do to comply? What new opportunities for coastal shipping routes are being created by the U.S. Maritime Administration’s push on Marine Highways development? One of the biggest issues facing marine transportation companies is where is the next crop of mariners going to come from? The economic meltdown has rattled investors and cast a pall over the markets. What does this mean for nancing? Is there capital available to fund your newbuild plans? The conference The registration fee is $795 per person. This includes all conference sessions, the expo, and all social functions, as well as online access to the conference proceedings. The expo A key component of the event is a tabletop expo, with technology and services on display from major suppliers to the tug and barge market. For more information If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Michelle M. Zolkos, Conference Coordinator, at (212) 620-7208, e-mail: mzolkos@sbpub.com. To inquire about sponsorship opportunities or to become an exhibitor at our expo, please contact Jane Poterala, Conference Director at (212) 6207209, e-mail: jpoterala@sbpub.com. For program updates, please visit us online at www.marinelog.com See the accompanying program for more details on the topics this conference will address and on the industry professionals participating in the discussion. http://www.marinelog.com
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