Rob Nakama: From USCG to Foss Maritime
two shipyard, and our fueling facility in Portland, Oregon,” he said. Nakama’s other responsibilities include maintaining the response readiness of Foss employees through the conduct of drills and exercises, which often include participation from the U.S. Coast Guard and state oil spill prevention regulatory agencies. “What I really like most about my position is the continual learning of regulatory requirements from an industry perspective,” he said. “I’m now on the ‘other side’ of the table. My greatest challenge has been the transition
Alaska Oil Spill Protection: Crowley Bid for Alyeska Deal Unsuccessful
Press Release: Crowley Marine Services will not be providing oil spill prevention and response services in Valdez and Prince William Sound when its contract expires June 30, 2018. Crowley has provided marine services in Prince William Sound since 1990. Despite bidding aggressively for the SERVS contract extension, Crowley was not chosen by Alyeska to retain the entire scope of the current contract. Crowley is fully committed to continued professional service and full compliance as the marine service provider until the end of June 2018, and will be engaged in any transition process. &nbs
