ECM Training Services, LLC Announces September Seminar "ECA Compliance- Is LNG as Marine Fuel Viable?"

    NORWALK, CT, July 16, 2015 /24-7PressRelease/ -- ECM Training Services, LLC, in conjunction with Galway Group, is pleased to announce a two day training seminar "Pursuing ECA Compliance: Is LNG as a Marine Fuel Viable?" which will be held September 22 -23, 2015, at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas, home of the Houston Astros. Interested clients should visit the latest news page at http://ecmtrainingservices.com/home/latest-news/2-day-seminar-pursuing-eca-compliance-lng-marine-fuel-viable/ for more information and to register.

In addition to being held at this very unique venue and having an agenda loaded with industry expert panel members, the first 30 registrants for ECM Training Services' LNG conference will be provided complimentary club level tickets to the September 22nd Astros (49-42) game against the Los Angeles Angels (48-40) at Minute Maid Park. The two teams are currently fighting it out for first place in the American League West and this should shape up to be a great playoff battle, as well as providing a great opportunity for participants to continue networking among industry colleagues.

Seminar Agenda

Dealing proactively with compliance regulations is a must in the maritime industry, and the goal for this seminar is to assist with informed decision-making. Emissions Control Areas (ECA) instituted a reduction of NOx and SOx emissions in shipping starting in January 2015. MARPOL Annex VI is intended to implement a 0.5% Sulphur content of bunker fuels "globally" by 2020 or 2025. These will have major implications for both ship operators and bunkering suppliers alike.

To accommodate these new requirements, it is crucial to understand and weigh all options to best achieve compliance...starting now. This two-day interactive seminar features a panel of industry experts to discuss one of our industry's most talked about new trends...LNG as Marine Fuel. Participants will take part in active discussions on topics including:

- Drivers of change
- Understanding of LNG and its relevance as a marine fuel
- How to influence regulation, standardization and safety
- Case studies and cost benefit analysis

At the seminar's conclusion, participants will have the tools and knowledge to determine if LNG as Marine Fuel is a viable option for their organization in achieving new ECA Compliance Standards. They will also be aware of the key players in the industry as well as how LNG as a Marine Fuel will evolve.

Expected panelists for the two day seminar to be held September 22-23 in Houston, Texas include Commander Gretchen Bailey of the U.S. Coast Guard; John Hatley, Vice President, Ship Power, Wartsila: Cheryl Stahl, Navigation and Environment Risk, Det Norske Veritas (U.S.A); Renee Klimczak, Managing Director, Galway Group Energy Advisors: Aziz Bamik, General Manager, GTT North America; Adthisaya Ganesan Manickam, Maritime industry expert formerly with MISC Berhad, Tony Teo, Director, Technology and Business Maritime, Keppel, and Aaron Brown, Det Norske Veritas (U.S.A).

President and CEO of both ECM Maritime Services and ECM Training Services, Mike Minogue comments, "We are excited to provide these specialized seminars to complement our training courses. With the launch of ECM Training Services, the ECM Group can conveniently provide important information on upcoming new industry trends, such as this seminar for LNG as a marine fuel, very affordably and efficiently to a broad-based maritime audience."

About ECM Training Services
ECM Training Services offers a suite of accredited online maritime skills and training courses presented by respected industry leaders and tailored to the maritime industry's major shipping companies and/or their vessel manning partners. With its extensive portfolio of USCG or DNV accredited online course offerings, ECM Training Services makes learning convenient for shipping crews and shore based staff alike. Vessel owners/operators, manning and training centers, as well as personnel at facilities, terminals and charterers can enrich their maritime knowledge and skills through these flexible course offerings.

Parent company ECM Group acquired ECM Maritime Services LLC in 2009 in order to merge its experience, resources and expertise with other ECM Group Companies. Providing OPA 90 services to the maritime industry and with offices worldwide, ECM Maritime has grown to become one of the world's leading regulatory consulting, compliance, and emergency response companies in the maritime industry.

ECM's roots began in pollution prevention and response, and have continued to develop into a diverse network of specialties to meet the needs of marine clients. ECM Maritime Services' goal is to offer the most comprehensive package of compliance and response expertise through technology, training and professional personnel. The Company's services include providing vessel response plan preparation and maintenance, spill response and management, inspections and surveys, ISM/ISO audit services, pre-Vetting and pre-PSC inspections, including EAG/CAM/TPA services under Environmental Compliance Plans (ECPs) enforced by the US government.

For more information on ECM Training Services LLC or to register for the September seminar, visit http://www.ecmtrainingservices.com or email [email protected]. For information on ECM Maritime Services LLC visit www.ecmmaritime.com.

If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Penny Lewis Shawah at 203-260-7773 or email at [email protected].

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