Press release: Propeller Club to host LNG 904 seminar on Jan. 28

Jacksonville, FL – The Propeller Club of the United States – Port of Jacksonville will host a half-day seminar entitled LNG 904 on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of North Florida (UNF) University Center, Room 1058. This event, which is also being organized by the Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers (SNAME), will feature dynamic speakers from the energy and maritime sectors in Northeast Florida, including a demo of liquified natural gas (LNG). Three panels will address LNG supply, LNG in the maritime industry, and the regulatory and economic outlook for LNG in Jacksonville. The event will conclude with a ceremonial signing of a LNG-related memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Jax Chamber and the U.S. Coast Guard."LNG has been embraced in recent years by the commercial shipping industry, not only as a cargo but as a fuel source for waterborne transportation," said Virginia Bailey, President of the Propeller Club of Jacksonville. "This event will bring together LNG experts to discuss how this energy source can boost trade, create new jobs, and improve the Jacksonville community."Corporate supporters of LNG 904 include Aqua Gulf, Eagle LNG, Pivotal LNG, W&O Supply, and the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization.Tickets are $20 per person and this event is open to the public. Registration is available now on the Propeller Club website: propclubjax.comAbout The Propeller Club of the United States – Port of JacksonvilleChartered on Nov. 17, 1930, the Propeller Club of Jacksonville is one of the longest running, active clubs in the nation. Its 160 members advocate for the maritime industry in the Port of Jacksonville. The club’s Vision is to promote and support all aspects of the maritime industry while educating legislators and the public about the importance and necessity of waterborne commerce.

Agenda	Speakers
Welcome	Virginia Bailey, President Propeller Club of Jacksonville
LNG 101	Eric Kuenzli, Director, Fuels Pivotal LNG, Inc.
Panel 1: LNG Suppliers	Moderator: George D. Gabel, Jr., Esq., Partner Holland & Knight Panelists: Sean Lalani Eagle LNG Kevin Worley, VP Sales & Marketing WesPac Midstream LLC
Break
Panel 2: Maritime Sector	Moderator: Steve Hartsaw, Senior Project Manager W&O Panelists: Peter I. Keller, Executive VP TOTE, Inc. Matt Jackson, VP, LNG Business Development Crowley Maritime Corporation
Panel 3: Regulatory & Economic Development	Moderator: Lindsey C. Brock III, Esq., Partner Rumrell, McLeod, & Brock, P.A. Panelists: LCDR MarcMontemerlo, Chief, Inspections Division U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville Capt. John W. Scott III Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Jeff Sheffield, Executive Director North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Alan Mosley, VP of Transportation, Energy & Logistics JAX Chamber David Stubbs, Director, Properties & Environmental Compliance Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT)
Closing Remarks & MOU Signing	Virginia Bailey, President Propeller Club of Jacksonville Capt. Jeff Dixon, Sector Commander/Captain of the Port U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville Daniel Davis, President & CEO JAX Chamber