NO. 96 KEYSTONE SHIPPING CO. October 2015

WELCOME SS SEAKAY SPIRIT!

SS SEAKAY SPIRIT heading downstream on the Columbia River departing Portland, OR

On June 9, 2015, Keystone Shipping Co. re-entered the tanker business with the purchase of the SS SIERRA from SeaRiver. The ship was renamed the SEAKAY SPIRIT. The ship is named after the first ship owned by Keystone, the “SEAKAY”, and carries the “SPIRIT” of over one hundred years of Keystone Shipping Co. history and legacy.

The ship shifted from its layup berth on the Willamette River, by dead ship tow, to the berth at Vigor Shipyard in Portland, OR. Once secured at Vigor Shipyard, required modifications and familiarization/training of the officers and crew commenced. Modifications included the addition of a second bow chain stopper for SBM requirements and the reduction of the ship’s airdraft by seven feet, which required the shortening of the ship’s mast. The officers and crew trained in the use of new equipment, became familiar with their new ship and trained for inspections and safety drills. All modifications were completed on time. Safety inspections and drills were carried out by ABS and the USCG. The USCG was impressed with the professionalism and preparedness of the officers and crew on board during the Fire & Boat drills.

The ship cleared the Columbia River bar on the evening of June 21st and turned south towards Valparaiso, Chile;the only stop on the way to Galveston/Houston. The ship stopped in Chile on schedule for fuel and to embark pilots for their trip through the Magellan Straits. The ship’s size necessitated the trip through the Straits, instead of the much shorter trip through the Panama Canal. Once clear of the Straits and the pilots disembarked, the ship turned north on the homeward leg to the US Gulf.

The ship arrived at Galveston Bar on August 3, 2015, 43 days after departing the Columbia River. On arrival the ship proceeded to the Galveston passenger ship terminal to complete the installation of the bow chain stopper. Once completed the ship traveled up the Houston Ship Channel to Houston Fuel Oil Terminal and loaded 525,000 barrels of West Texas crude. The ship has now had five round trips from Houston to the Mississippi River, safely delivering 2.5 million barrels of West Texas crude for our customer.

The ship, officers and crew have performed as expected, meeting our customer’s needs, safely and efficiently. Thank you to the officers and crew of the SEAKAY SPIRIT and all the shoreside support for a job well done.

Captain Bill Peterson, Fleet Manager

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Keystone Fleet Safety and Environmental Standards are among the most stringent in the industry. Our Fleet Accident and Pollution Free Day Statistics as of September 30, 2015.

We need you to continue your fine efforts!

Vessel Accident Pollution Vessel Accident Pollution

ANTARES 1461 1461 EUGENE A. OBREGON 1060 1319

CAPE KENNEDY 5173 2888 GREAT REPUBLIC 332 762

CAPE KNOX 5290 2703 JOHN G. MUNSON 2639 1886

CAPE RACE 5110 3473 MATEJ KOCAK 1329 1329

CAPE RAY 5447 2309 PHILIP R. CLARKE 441 2217

CAPE RISE 412 1528 POLLUX 1461 1461

CAPE VICTORY 337 1393 PRESQUE ISLE 1000 14

CAPE VINCENT 7397 3361 REGULUS 1461 1461

CASON J. CALLAWAY 2888 3208 ROGER BLOUGH 84 867

DENEBOLA 1461 1461 SEAKAY SPIRIT 21 114

EDGAR B. SPEER 3085 199 STEPHEN W. PLESS 1326 1170

EDWIN H. GOTT 679 1333

NOTABLE SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENTS SINCE NOVEMBER 1, 2014. AS ALWAYS, WE STRIVE TO MAINTAIN KEYSTONE’S GOAL OF PROVIDING THE SAFEST AND MOST ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND

TRANSPORTATION SERVICE. SAFETY

20th Consecutive Award 14th Consecutive Award CAPE VINCENT CAPE KENNEDY (19th overall) CAPE KNOX (17th overall) 8th Consecutive Award CAPE RACE EDGAR B. SPEER 7rd Consecutive Award 4th Consecutive Award CASON CALLAWAY (9th overall) ANTARES JOHN G. MUNSON (8th overall) DENEBOLA POLLUX 3rd Consecutive Award REGULUS STEPHEN W. PLESS 2nd Consecutive Award One Year Award PRESQUE ISLE (8th overall) CAPE RISE (14th overall) EUGENE A. OBREGON EDWIN H. GOTT (8th overall) PHILIP R. CLARKE (6th overall)

ENVIRONMENTAL 9th Consecutive Award 8th Consecutive Award CAPE VINCENT (20th overall) CASON CALLAWAY CAPE RACE (14th overall) 6th Consecutive Award 7th Consecutive Award CAPE RAY (13th overall) CAPE KNOX (17th overall) PHILIP R. CLARKE (8th overall) CAPE KENNEDY (16th overall) 5th Consecutive Award 4th Consecutive Award JOHN G. MUNSON (8th overall) CAPE RISE (13th overall) EDGAR B. SPEER (8th overall) 3rd Consecutive Award ANTARES CAPE VICTORY (19th overall) DENEBOLA EDWIN H. GOTT (8th overall) POLLUX EUGENE A. OBREGON REGULUS STEPHEN W. PLESS 2nd Consecutive Award ROGER BLOUGH (8th overall) GREAT REPUBLIC (3rd overall)

EDWIN H. GOTT - Captain T. Alfson - Chief Engineer S. McPherson – August 27, 2015

• An accommodation ladder proximity gauge was added to indicate the distance from the accommodation ladder to the dock surface. • While rewinding winches be careful to stay out of any loops or bight of cable. • Several fish hooks and burrs were found in mooring cables, already removed by deck crew. • While cleaning #4 port ballast tank noted several holes on lower level walkway. • When taking on supplies in Two Harbors, don’t overload the equipment.

EDGAR B. SPEER – Captain A. Grogan – Chief Engineer A. McGinn – August 27, 2015

• Crew was reminded to stay alert and avoid complacency when working over open hatches, keeping a low center of gravity and wearing proper PPE. • A porthole was left unsecured in forward electrical room after servicemen performed repairs. The watchmen were reminded to include this area in their

regular rounds. • Line handlers in Two Harbors will use center walkway. • A fire main was found plugged at foremost fire station (CR filed). Repairs were carried out by the 1st Assistant Engineer and a procedure for flushing

this station on a regular basis has been established.

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It should also be noted that there was a good review of two recent GIM’S, No.’s 271 & 272. “The use of proper PPE including company issued gloves was highlighted foremost along with tightening the drill chuck before each use and the proper procedure for disconnecting an air hose.

OBREGON – Chief Mate P. McGourthy – Chief Engineer T. McKenzie – July 22, 2015

• The Third Engineer Finerty and Deck Cadet Wade reviewed and discussed safety procedures and topics applicable to work activities onboard and in the fleet for the month.

o QCAR-161: Hammering, Chipping and Sandblasting o QSAF-159: Lockout/Tagout

DENEBOLA – Chief Mate A. Blackwell – Chief Engineer P. Lessard – July 31, 2015

• Discussed breach of security issues and the actions required to minimize threat; an example of which could be a small craft approaching vessel and the use of available warning devices such as ship’s whistle.

CAPE VINCENT – Chief Mate R. Noack – Chief Engineer J. White – July 31, 2015

• On July 28, Mr. Don Kurz came aboard to congratulate the officers and crew for operating twenty years without a safety incident effective June 25, 2015. We shared lunch aboard with Port Engineer Rich Tammaro, Office Administrator Cindy Verde and the officers and crew of the CAPE VICTORY. Ms. Lisa McClain was introduced as the new Beaumont Reserve Fleet Safety & Occupational Health Specialist.

• Discussed QSAF-135 – Compressed Gas Cylinders – proper handling was discussed since this is such an important issue. We recently handled large cylinders for contractors. It was stressed not to hurry and to be extremely careful. Slow down and be careful!

• QSAF-323 – Heat Stress Mitigation – Proper hydration was stressed by drinking plenty of water to replenish fluids. Also stressed was washing hands often to prevent spread of colds and germs/viruses. With temperatures soaring into the high 90’s, proper hydration is critical.

REGULUS – Chief Mate D. Hagar – Chief Engineer P. Elliott – July 31, 2015

Emergency drills held since last meeting were reviewed and recommendations for future drills and training were discussed. • Fire pumps were started and fire hoses led out with full pressure applied forward and aft on July 15, 2015 and July 28, 2015 throughout length of

vessel. Engineers took the crew down into the lower engine room and instructed everyone how to start the fire pump. • Crew shown 2 MARAD Oil Spill Kits and all gear pulled out and displayed in its use. • Chief Engineer instructed crew on how to safely conduct CO2 tests with Fire Protection Services which was recently completed throughout the entire

ship. CO2 system was working correctly in all spaces. Chief Engineer instructed all personnel to leave space being tested, i.e. engine room, etc. Muster was taken to ensure the whereabouts of all crew and outside contractors. Crew was instructed on procedures to test all different CO2 covered spaces.

CAPE KENNEDY – Captain D. Scott – Chief Engineer C. O’Sullivan – July 31, 2015

The following procedures were discussed:

• QSAF-168 – When to use a Certified Marine Chemist; • QSAF-105 – Stop Work Authority. We have preached the concept here for years but we gladly announced the KOPM version!

SEAKAY SPIRIT – Captain M. Donovan – Chief Engineer H. Cole – July 27, 2015 Points raised by shipboard personnel have been discussed by the committee and were commented on as follows:

• Increased attention on fatigue. Ten hour rest in no more than 2 periods; one at least 6 hours. No more set overtime. Everyone has to keep this in mind. If ship will be maneuvered at 2200, you can’t turn to at 1730 like on a normal day.

• “Breach of Security” scenario discussed. Badge system is now in effect. Green is unescorted. Yellow is personal guest. Red requires an escort. Issuing of badges and the return of them will be recorded in the visitor’s log. TWIC is the only accepted ID. If you see someone without a badge, question them.

CAPE KNOX – Chief Mate J. Turocy – Chief Engineer J. Palmer – July 31, 2015

Points raised by shipboard personnel have been discussed by the committee and are as follows:

• Ongoing Contractor Jobs – Crew was reminded to point out safety violations to Chief Mate and Chief Engineer. Power washing being done in upper tween deck. Crew noted potential for safety hazards: air hoses under pressure (possible hardware failure), electric cords from contractors’ work lights near water (possible shock hazard), slippery deck from wash water, etc. The crew was advised to be aware when crossing to/from upper tween deck sideport and instructed to report safety issues to Chief Mate and Chief Engineer.

• Crew discussed extreme summer heat. All were instructed to continuously hydrate and limit heat exposure. • Boatswain Balatico noted that after contractors had completed painting project on upper deck, D-ring on deck was painted Haze Gray and, as such, is

not easily visible and is a tripping hazard. Safety issue will be corrected immediately.

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PHILIP R. CLARKE - Captain S. Hein – Chief Engineer K. Werda – August 29, 2015

• The need for new non-skid in areas was brought to the attention of the committee. Plans to replace safety treads (on stairs) and painting of non-skid on the deck surface in the next week was touched on.

• The amount of ore pellets on West of Dock No. 6 and the difficulties it caused for the line handlers was brought to the attention of the committee. • Proper PPE when leaving and arriving at docks, not just aboard ship, was discussed. The wearing of proper safety harness when rinsing cargo holds

and working on unstable platforms was discussed. • Observations submitted by the Safety Rovers included:

o Found wing tunnel doors not secured. o Crewmember pulling cable without using becket. o Beckets on cables in bad shape, they were replaced. o Lint in dryer not being cleaned out. o Crewmember walking in bight of cable while tying up in Detroit. o Crewmember standing in front of ladder as it was being lowered. o Emergency escape hatch from tunnel was left open after unloading in Duluth, closed as soon as noticed.

ROGER BLOUGH – Captain M. Blatnik – Chief Engineer G. Derry – August 31, 2015

• Discussed recent G.I.M.’S; No. 271, ABU Struck in The Mouth With an Air Hose Fitting, No. 272, Hand Injury with Drill. • Discussed the need to check for a twist in the hatch crane cable. It was agreed upon to wait until a new plug is available to install so as to not disturb

the temporary connection. Extra crew is being used to watch the point of the connection and the hatch crane reel to make sure that the cable is not being stressed during the operation while the hatch crane is moving.

• The condition of the tires at the Two Harbors S#2 dock has not improved. The dock face is in need of more tires. • It has been noticed that fewer lights are being replaced since the implementation of using the cfl and led lights. • Walkie talkie cases will soon need to be replaced. At a bare minimum, the straps need replacement to prevent a failure in the clip. Old cases that

were used from the HT 1000 radios are still being used.

CAN YOU RECOGNIZE SECURITY THREATS? Whether you are assigned to one of our MSC, MARAD or Commercial Vessels you must always be on guard to prevent security lapses. Insider “Threat Indicators” would include:

• Seeking to gain higher clearance or access outside the job scope • Engaging in classified conversations with unauthorized individuals • Working hours inconsistent with job assignment or insistence on working in private • Accessing sensitive computer networks at unusual times • Exploitable behavior traits (gambling, drinking,…..) • Repeated security violations • Attempting to enter areas not granted access to

BE AWARE OF THE ACTIONS OF THOSE AROUND YOU AND REPORT SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIORS Source: Defense Security Service,

Counterintelligence Directorate SALUTE TO USNS EUGENE OBREGON – “PACIFIC PATHWAY MISSION”

Our thanks to Captain Andy Johnson for this photo of the ship’s crew after a successful USCG COI inspection in Subic Bay, Philippines, on May 6, 2015. What a handsome group! After a successful mission in the Pacific, relieving Master Captain Darin Huggins and his crew returned to Newport News, VA on August 1st.

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CAPE VICTORY AND CAPE VINCENT – MARAD HEADQUARTERS VISIT Bravo Zulu for Beaumont Fleet and Keystone Port Engineers Rich Tammaro and Jeff Minarik from Captain John Hickey on July 17, 2015, after MARAD Washington, DC Headquarters visit. Rich/Jeff, I too was very proud of your respective crews in the manner by which they presented their ships to visiting MARAD HQ folks. Your crew takes great pride in the upkeep and condition of the CAPE V’s and REGULUS and POLLUX. They are to be commended as are you for your oversight and continued vigilance to maintain the highest standards. We thank you for the continued work you guys do all day every day and for the contribution you make toward the positive appearance of the entire Beaumont Reserve Fleet. BZ (Bravo Zulu) John Hickey Manager MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet

CAPE RACE – CREW CONTRIBUTES TO PORTSMOUTH, VA HOMELESS SHELTER

Sitting Chief Steward Dawn Johnson, standing left to right 2nd Mate Robert Sundius lll and GVA Richard Gould are packing some of the items donated to a homeless shelter in Portsmouth, VA upon the CAPE RACE’s return from its recent humanitarian relief voyage to Liberia in support of Operation United Assistance. (CAPE RACE had transported medical and other supplies to Buchanan, Liberia to fight the deadly Ebola virus.) Items were bought by crew from the slop chest. Well done to Captain Ray Rokicki and all CAPE RACE mariners for your assistance to those in need!

NATIONAL MARITIME DAY BBQ CELEBRATION – MAY 22, 2015

From: John.Hickey – Manager MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet (BRF) To: Dee.Varshney – Ship Operations and Maintenance Officer, Gulf Region Subject: National Maritime Day BBQ Celebration 2015 – Beaumont, TX Dee, The Beaumont Reserve Fleet and Keystone represented by both Port Engineers Rich Tammaro and Jeff Minarik and the ship’s crew from the CAPE VICTORY and the CAPE VINCENT and the POLLUX and REGULUS broke bread and celebrated the National Maritime Day in a local and personal way for about 2 hours. Worth the effort as part of our relationship building program. Rich Tammaro did an excellent job of reviewing the early days of both CAPE V’s in the fleet and how far the entire program has come along. MARAD’s BRF Operations Manager Dennis Rambin also did a good job of speaking to the BRF and ships crews. It is always a real pleasure to work with Keystone personnel. John Hickey Manager MARAD Beaumont Reserve Fleet

KEYSTONE WEEKLY REPORT – BRAVO ZULU Cindy Verde has garnered a “BZ” from Captain John Hickey, Manager of MARAD Beaumont Fleet. “Cindy, My complements to you in maintaining the KSC Projected Monthly Beaumont Reserve Fleet Support Requirements active for the Cape Vs . By showing the line item request is COMPLETE, in the status column, lets us know the requests are met in a timely manner. Also the advanced look helps to consolidate Keystone’s requests and our workload to increase efficiency. BZ and Many Thanks

John Hickey”

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USNS KOCAK – NEW DAMAGE CONTROL (DC) LOCKER NO. 2 ON MAIN DECK

The former carpenter’s shop onboard the KOCAK after a complete transformation into Damage Control

Locker No. 2

From left to right: Captain Dan MacLean, Chief Mate Brian Patten and 3rd Mate Alex Hernandez (Not

pictured is 3rd Mate Matthew DeBoer who also worked countless hours on this project.) August 31, 2015 Capt. Dan MacLean Master, USNS Kocak Capt. Dan- In addition to the very thorough fire plan edits (i.e. 6 pages) that were performed by 3rd Mate Matt DeBoer, Chief Mate Brian Patten and yourself we are also impressed with this needed new DC locker No. 2 - as you have detailed. It is immaculately neat and professional and looks just as good as or better than a municipal fire house! Our hats go off to Chief Steve Hutchins and his Engineering Team, Bosun Sam Yazzie, 3rd Mate Alex Hernandez, 3rd Mate Matt De Boer, Chief Mate Brian Patten and yourself. We also acknowledge Port Engineer Keith Smith’s efforts with initiating the necessary MSC TRANSALT to get this going. Again, thanks for the professional job and all of the hours expended to get this former carpenter shop turned around into DC locker #2. We understand that similar efforts have been made and completed on the USNS OBREGON. USNS PLESS will be the next vessel to make this modification. Well done to all on your impressive efforts! Captain Tim O’Connor Fleet Safety and Quality Assurance Officer Keystone Shipping Co.

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NEAR MISS REPORTING

Near Miss Reports (KSC Form 620; 07/13) provide some very useful issues to discuss and consider as you go about your tasks aboard our vessels and ashore. Space does not allow us to print all the near misses we have received. This sample will provide you with an idea of what should be reported and potential benefits we can gain from them. We thank everyone who submitted the near misses mentioned below, as well as those that we were unable to include with this article. Please continue to submit Near Miss Incident Reports so that we can share any significant Lessons Learned. Near miss reporting plays an integral role in eliminating injuries and environmental incidents. We expect 100% participation from all vessels, which means, as a minimum, a near miss for each month of service during the year for all of our vessels. (Twelve near misses minimum for Keystone vessels, and ten near misses minimum for the Key Lakes vessels.)

NEAR MISS INCIDENT REPORTS INCIDENT KEY FACTOR(S) PREVENTATIVE MEASURE

During morning rounds, a leak on the discharge side of number 1 saltwater service pump was discovered. The Chief Mate, who had the weekend duty, while entering the lower engine room discovered a large volume of water on the deck platings. After further investigation, a large hole (nickel sized) was discovered on the discharge side of the number 1 saltwater service pump which was not in operation. Chief Engineer and 1st Assistant Engineer were immediately called, along with Duty Engineer from sister vessel. Also, 3rd Assistant Engineer responded immediately and applied patch while Chief Mate was pumping bilges.

Failure of piping. Piping isolated from water source and temporary patch applied.

Section of pipe was identified for replacement.

Aft masthead light lens found in need of replacement. Mast was lowered to accessible position after bulb failed during PM inspection.

Lack of frequent inspection due to location and accessibility.

Lens replaced. Additional note placed in NS5 PM description advising inspection of lenses for deterioration due to stack gases.

The natural ventilation cover for the paint locker was found to be closed during a deck safety round. Ventilation for the paint locker occurs when air is pulled through a fixed louvre in the locker by an exhaust fan in the space and then discharged by the exhaust fan. With the cover closed on the fixed louvre, fresh air was not entering the space. The space does haveO2 monitoring and that alarm did not sound at any time.

Winterization involves securing many fans and associated dampers during the cold months. It is believed that a well-intentioned crew member closed this ventilation cover by mistake in an attempt to protect machinery and piping from freezing. The label stating ventilation for this space was also partially painted over.

Stencil “Close only in the event of a fire” onto the cover. The cover should only be closed when CO2 is being released into the space.

While making Vessel General Permit weekly inspection, oil was observed on the spar deck beneath the garbage cart.

A bag of oily rags was put into the trash cart without being double-bagged. Bag was punctured and leaked out of trash cart drain holes onto deck.

Remind crew of the impact leaking trash bags can have on the environment and to make sure that they are secured by doubling bags/putting them into cardboard box to prevent tearing.

While at the loading dock, the forward ladder cable broke while it was being raised. Fortunately, the ladder was only approximately 2 feet off of the dock. While the new cable was being installed, it was discovered that the block was frozen and the cable had started to wear a groove in the pulley, possibly contributing to the cable parting.

Broken ladder hoist cable possibly due to a rusted and frozen pulley in the block.

Changed out ladder hoist cable and installed a replacement block. New blocks have also been ordered for all of the boarding ladders, along with new hoist cable. Crew has been reminded to never stand below ladders while they are being raised or lowered.

Box fan used to cool sailor satellite equipment in pilot house arced over and almost caught fire. Unusual smell was noticed about one hour prior to the incident but was believed to be coming from ship’s incinerator. Wheelsman’s quick action caught the problem in time to disconnect fan and move it outdoors.

Using incorrect equipment to do a job they were not designed to do. Fan was lying on its side as opposed to standing.

Have service technician install a proper fan for cooling satellite equipment.

While loading Sugar Stone in hatch #21 at Stoneport Lafarge dock, the ABU on watch noticed a piece of metal coming off the loading rig landing in the cargo hold. He immediately contacted the Mate who also saw it come off the belt. The loading rig was immediately shut down. The ABU went down into the cargo hold and retrieved the piece of metal which was approximately 10”x18”. Metal was taken off of vessel, put onto the dock and removed by Lafarge personnel. This metal could have torn the tunnel belt while it was unloading.

Metal from loading equipment; dock personnel have no detection of metal that falls into the system.

Mates, while loading, are instructed to be near the hatch being loaded but also to maintain a safe distance as not to be struck by any stone that deflects out of the cargo hold. Sugar Stone is a larger product. It is very noisy while loading and chips easily. Mates and ship personnel instructed to maintain safe distance while loading but also to be vigilant of the product being loaded.

While unloading at Hallet #5 in Duluth, the aft ladder was off the dock and the safety chain was in place. A vendor trying to disembark the vessel attempted to board the ladder after he himself removed the safety chain without looking to see if the ladder was on the dock. Due to the watchful eye of an AB on deck who immediately notified the Mate on watch, he was able to get to the ladder and stop the vendor from boarding the ladder.

A vendor, without looking, attempted to board the ladder after he himself removed the safety chain.

All vendors are given safety procedures for the vessel. If their work requires them to disembark the vessel while the vessel is doing cargo operations, it must be impressed upon them that the safety chain is not to be removed by them without an officer or crew member present.

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TAKING SELFIES MORE DEADLY THAN SHARKS News that will have travel insurers revisiting their underwriting loss triangles: travelers are more likely to die from taking selfies than from shark attacks. A recent survey found that more people have died so far this year while taking selfies than as a result of shark attacks, according to the Daily Mirror. While 12 people have died while taking selfies — several in falls and others by being hit by vehicles — only eight people have died as a result of shark attacks. The selfie epidemic is proving so dangerous that selfie sticks have been banned in all Walt Disney Co. resorts, the London newspaper reported. And earlier this year, Waterton Canyon recreation area in Denver was closed to the public after too many visitors were trying to take selfies with bears.

Maybe risk managers need to add selfie risk management to the list of advice they give to corporate travelers.

Business Insurance “Off Beat Risk Management”

USNS MAJ. STEPHEN W. PLESS – “BOLD ALLIGATOR” MISSION USNS MAJ STEPHEN W. PLESS, under the command of Captain Michael Donovan, successfully completed mission Bold Alligator for MSC. The PLESS departed Newport News on May 3rd and safely returned on May 20th. We extend a well done to USNS PLESS on this mission.

From left to right 3rd Mate Adam Gray, 3rd Mate Mike Musto, 2nd Mate Sam Leshner, From left to right 1st Assistant Engineer Nick Brissey, 3rd Assistant Engineer Mike Wilson, Captain Michael Donovan and Chief Mate Frank Leo 3rd Assistant Engineer Andrew Francisco, 2nd Assistant Engineer Dennis Daly and QMED Lamont Stewart

KUDOS TO USNS EUGENE OBREGON FOR SUCCESSFUL “PACIFIC PATHWAYS” MISSION

From: Wick, Steven P Maj MSCHQ, N31 Sent: Tuesday, June 02, 2015 6:53 PM To: Huggins, Darin L. Master; Johnson, Andrew N, Master Captain Huggins/Captain Johnson, Masters, USNS EUGENE OBREGON I am sure you will hear more about this, but wanted you to know that the USARPAC Commanding General said VERY nice things about you, your crew, and USNS Obregon to the USPACOM Commander. Word is spreading that your leadership and the get-it-done, professional manner of your crew is making an impact. Just thought you should know -- your efforts are not going unnoticed. Thanks for all of your hard work. V/r, Steve Steve Wick, Maj, USAF Joint Logistics Officer, PM-342 Military Sealift Command

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USNS SGT. MATEJ KOCAK

KOCAK upon her safe return to Talton Marine Terminal, Newport News, VA on Friday September 25, 2015

Left to Right: Third Mate Alex Hernandez; Second Mate Rich McNair; Third Mate Left to Right: Chief Engineer Steve Hutchins; 1 A/E Rollin Moore; Paul Morrow; Matt DeBoer; Captain Dan MacLean; Chief Mate Brian Patten Kneeling: Deck Cadet Engine Cadet Allyson Causey (USMMA); Engine Cadet William Hardin (USMMA); Will Burns (USMMA). Engine Cadet Heather Bushey (USMMA); Austin Smith; Ahmed Sultan

Front: Joshua Smith; Thomas Wayne

Left to Right: Bosun Samuel Yazzie; GVA Sean Mitchell, AB Green Miguel Matos; GVA Vincent Freeman; AB Blue Smyrno Desir; AB Blue Ken Ledeoux.

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ISO 14000 OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS FOR 2015 1-15 Objective: Regulated disposal of office and vessel used batteries. (Champion – I. Boshes)

Update: Collection and recycling of batteries is continuing throughout the fleet. In 2014, 47 buckets were collected versus 29 buckets in 2013. This represents a 62% increase in battery recycling.

2-15 Objective: Regulate proper disposal of Keystone Office electronic equipment. (Champion - M. Specht)

Update: In 2014, we recycled 81 components and have receipt documentation for same. We recycle monitors, printers and boxes of miscellaneous components. This compares to the 51 components in 2013 and represents a 59% increase.

3-15 Objective: Reduce the risk of pollution incidents from vessel machinery. (Champion – M. Koslow) Update: Eighteen of twenty vessels in our combined MARAD and CN fleets have had Terresolve installed in some application onboard (stern ramp,

thrusters, CCP…). This includes six additional vessels in 2014 and, thus far, one more vessel in 2015. Plans are in place for the final two MARAD vessels’ Terresolve installations in late 2015.

4-15 Objective: Reduce energy consumption on vessels in Reduced Operating Status. (Champion - A. Hake)

Update: Arrangements are underway to contract for web-based energy monitoring services (ERMS) for shore power consumption on our RRF ships in ROS. Service will include a nominal one-time fee for a computer programmer and engineer to set up the ships on an ERMS website; a nominal one-time fee to set up a utility rate schedule to be programmed into the ERMS module by the computer programmer, which allows the ERMS module to determine the ship electrical cost based on the particular rate schedule at which they are being billed; a nominal monthly monitoring fee for the host data servers; rental fee of the website; and a computer programmer cost to maintain the site. The website can also be set up to include water monitoring and customized reporting.

5-15 Objective – Reduce energy consumption by changing to LED lighting where applicable. (Champion - M. Koslow/A. Hake)

Update: MARAD’s ship scrapping program provides financial resources that are occasionally earmarked for Environmental Initiatives. The four Fast Sealift (SL-7) ships under Keystone ship management, namely ANTARES, DENEBOLA, POLLUX and REGULUS, each received an Environmental Initiatives Task Order last year. In the summer of 2014, a significant quantity (hundreds) of the vessels’ lighting fixtures with LED lighting in the cargo holds, engine room and machinery spaces and accommodations were retrofitted to improve energy efficiency, increase light levels and improve light quality in the engine room , emergency lighting and main light systems and cargo holds.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Captain Michael Merrick

As seen below, a Master of every season, Captain Mike Merrick retired on July 29, 2015, as Master of the CASON J. CALLAWAY. Captain Merrick began his career as a Porter on the T. W. ROBINSON in 1974. Mike stood his first watch as a Mate on the PHILIP R. CLARKE in 1987 and took his first command as skipper on the CALLAWAY in 1999. The Tin Stackers of the world wish the very best of luck to Mike and Jill. Fair Winds and Following Seas!

Congratulations Mike on a great career. It will be fun to visit with the retired Captains in Rogers City, Michigan to compare notes and sea stories. You represented your profession with class and charisma. I know a lot of shipmates learned a lot from your guidance. Wishing you many happy and healthy years of retirement. David Van Brunt (Former General Manager of Operations for Great Lakes Fleet)

Congratulations Peter Mattfeld On July 24, 2015, Peter Mattfeld (son of former Keystone Master John Mattfeld) received his Master's degree for PA (Physician Assistant) Medical Science from the University of Southern Alabama. Captain John says he is enjoying life in retirement with his lovely wife Mary in Saylorsburg, PA. Congratulations to Peter on his accomplishment!

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Passing of Bosun Darrel Sutton We were saddened to learn of the passing of Bosun Darrel Sutton on April 29, 2015. Darrel was Bosun on the CAPE VINCENT for 8 years and retired to Panama in July 2010 after 50 years of seagoing service. Darrel started with Keystone in 1974 on the SS EDGAR M. QUEENY. We send our condolences to the Sutton family.

Passing of Captain H.E. Sims Earlier this year, in January, we also learned of the passing of Captain Horace E. Sims who was a long-time employee of Keystone. He most recently sailed as Master on the PUERTO RICAN in 1982 and 1983. He also sailed as Master on the KENAI in 1984. His daughter, Denise Sims, on January 27, 2015, stated “My father, Horace E. Sims passed away last week and he was a long time employee of Keystone Shipping. He made many friends throughout his years with Keystone”. Our condolences go out to Denise and all of the Sims family.

WELCOME ABOARD TO OUR NEW KEY LAKES AND KEYSTONE EMPLOYEES!

Michael Koppenhaver We welcomed Mr. Michael Koppenhaver to our Keystone Operations Department last September. A 1987 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Michael came to us after 9 years of sailing as a Deck Officer, having sailed most recently as Chief Officer on the MV ADVANTAGE, a breakbulk freighter. In addition, he has spent 15 years with Maersk in a managerial role as Assistant Port Captain, Port Captain, MPS, Program Manager FSS and LMSR and, finally, Project Manager within Maritime Technical Services. We are excited to have Michael join the Keystone team and welcome his seagoing and marine managerial experience. Michael and wife Lynne are the proud parents of four sons. Their oldest son, Philip, is currently stationed at U.S. Army Camp Fort Reilly in Kansas.

Michael Peterson

Mike comes to us after 36-1/2 years with Fraser Shipyards where he was a 2nd generation shipyard employee. He started out in the Mold Loft and was the lead Loftsman on the Self Unloader conversion for the Callaway, Clarke, and Anderson, the repowering of the George Sloan, Callaway engine room automation, and stern thruster on the Munson. His tenure included 21 years of management experience, with the last 7 years being the Yard Superintendent running the day to day operations of Fraser Shipyards. During this time he implemented new and improved safety measures for the yard employees. To prepare himself for advancement within the Fraser Shipyard organization, while he was the Foreman of the Mold Loft and the Fab Shop he attended night classes at WITC were he graduated from the drafting/auto cad program. Mike lives on Dowling Lake outside of Superior WI, he is the father of 3 adult kids, but what really keeps Mike busy are his 5 grandchildren.

David Carroll We welcomed Mr. David Carroll in July of this year to Keystone’s Operations Department in the position of Port Captain. A 2009 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Dave comes to us after 6 years of sailing on LNG and product tankers. His recent experience has been as Chief Officer on Ice Class tanker MAERSK PEARY. David will be working closely with the SEAKAY SPIRIT in addition to gaining exposure and familiarity with all the facets of Keystone Operations as Port Captain.

Dave Deltano

Mr. Dave Deltano joined the Key Lakes office Operations staff as Fleet Manager for the Key Lakes vessels earlier in September. A 1992 engineering graduate from Mass Maritime, Dave comes to us from OSG Ship Management in Tampa, FL where he worked ashore for 9 years, first as a Technical Superintendent and the last 3 years as a Deputy Fleet Manager responsible for the operation of a group of OSG’s Aker Philadelphia built product tankers. A licensed Chief Engineer, Dave sailed for 8 years after graduation up to First Assistant, before coming ashore with TECO Ocean Shipping as Port Engineer for their bulk carrier fleet including the self-unloader tug/barge MARY TURNER, which is now the ATB DEFIANCE/ASHTABULA.

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Jeffrey Pihl Mr. Jeffrey Pihl joined the Keystone Engineering Department in January of this year as Fleet Engineer. A 1999 graduate of Mass Maritime, Jeff comes to us after 15 years as an Engineering Officer, having sailed up to First Assistant on a variety of mostly diesel powered vessels, including tankers, container ships and RO/RO vessels. He has previous time with Keystone on the CAPE ORLANDO and CAPE RAY. Most recently, he served as the Senior Testing & Commissioning Engineer at Aker Philadelphia for the OSG, Crowley and SeaRiver tanker newbuilds.

Kaitlyn Nanartowich Ms. Kaitlyn Nanartowich joined the Keystone Marine Personnel Department on September 30, 2015. Kaitlyn graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 2014 with a degree in Marine Safety and Environmental Protection and a minor in International Maritime Business. While at school she interned at Liberian Ship Registry, focusing exclusively on the Maritime Labor Convention (MLC) for their fleet. Ms. Nanartowich also spent time interning at the Panama Canal being given an overview of all the various operations involved in transit. During her time at MMA, she was the Captain of the Varsity Sailing Team and had the opportunity to sail numerous regattas including the Marion to Bermuda race. Most recently, Kaitlyn worked at APL Maritime, Ltd. as their Crewing Specialist where responsibilities included properly manning the vessels and assisting in the hiring of permanent crew members. As the Recruitment and Training Manager she looks forward to working closely with the various Academies to look for qualified sailors as well as keeping up to date with the latest training needs of Keystone.

We welcome all new personnel to our Keystone/Key Lakes organization!

SPEAKING OF NEW ADDITIONS. . . . . . . . . . . It is with happiness that Keystone’s Fleet Engineer Jeff Pihl and his wife Amanda welcomed their third child, Rose Marie Pihl, on July 23, 2015. This gorgeous gal weighed in at over 8 pounds!! Brother Joe and sister Sarah are overjoyed and doting on their new baby sister.

It is also a happy time at the Bonnecarrere home! Bruce Bonnecarrere, Chief Mate on the POLLUX

and his wife Haydee were overjoyed on January 16th, 2015 to welcome their 2nd bundle of joy, Bruce

Wayne Bonnecarrere III. This little guy weighed in at 6 lbs. 15 oz. and has been growing by leaps and bounds ever since! Big sister Haylee Ann is also happy to help mom and dad take care of little Bruce.

Congratulations to both the Pihl and Bonnecarrere families on their new arrivals!! We continue to request personal milestones within the Keystone Family, both afloat and ashore for our Safety Line. We encourage you to submit your announcements in writing to Ms. Stella Delia - E-mail Address: sdelia@keyship.com

The deadline date to submit articles for the Spring Edition of the Keystone Safety Line is February 28, 2016.

Please submit all items to Ms. Stella Delia, sdelia@keyship.com “Safety Line Submission”. “THINK SAFETY ACT SAFELY

SAIL SAFELY” Keystone Safety Line Editor Captain T. O’Connor Fleet Safety & Quality Assurance Officer Keystone Shipping Co. One Bala Plaza East Suite 600 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1496 toconnor@keyship.com

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