From the desk of Capt. Jeff Monroe NEW MARINE TERMINAL OPERATOR CERTIFICATIONS AWARDED The IAMPE is pleased to announce the first class of Marine Terminal Operator Certifications. This introductory course is designed for new employees of ports and terminals and covers the essential roles and responsibilities of marine facility personnel. The first program was attended by several veterans who were all awarded scholarships by the Association, sponsored by several terminal gr

From the desk of Capt. Jeff Monroe CROSSED THE BAR Rear Adm. Floyd “Hoss” Miller passed away the morning of Aug. 15. He is survived by his son and daughter and their families. Rear Adm. Miller graduated from Fort Schuyler in 1953 and returned to his alma mater, serving as president from 1982 to 1995 after a successful 29-year career in the U.S. Navy. He remains one of the longest-serving presidents in Maritime’s history and his contributions to his alma mater have had a lasti

From the desk of Capt. Jeff Monroe IAMPE PORT EXECUTIVE CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM October 11th and 12th Portland, Maine HDR Conference Room, 970 Baxter Blvd, Suite 301, Portland, ME 04103 Main Conference Room Tuesday, October 10th 1700-1900 - Welcome Reception hosted by the IAMPE Wednesday, October 11th 0830 Welcome and Industry Update 1000 Break 1030 Regulatory Changes and Legal Issues

From the desk of Capt. Jeff Monroe IAMPE TO OFFER NEW VETERANS COURSE PROGRAM The International Association of Maritime and Port Executives is pleased to announce that it will offer an introductory course program for veterans and merchant mariners in marine terminal operations. The program will be open to any current member of the Armed Forces or Merchant Mariner looking to come into the port and terminal industry and is current serving or recently detached. Enrollment is ope