Seattle Maritime 101:
A Celebration of a Five Star Working Waterfront
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Maritime Transport: Sustainability from Harley Marine Services
Harley Marine Services, headquartered in Seattle, is a leading marine transportation
company providing ship assist, tanker escort, petroleum transportation and general
towing services across the United States. While it services some of the largest
ships in America’s busiest ports, the company remains committed in protecting the
environment in which we work, live and play. Harley Marine aims to reduce its carbon
footprint and be a custodian for the environment.
HARLEY MARINE SERVICES
A Full Service Marine Transportation Company
The company has developed a robust environmental management program that is
interactive and engaging for employees and customers alike. It has also initiated an
energy management plan that includes reduction of fuel consumption by converting
older engines to more efficient ones and incorporating shoreside electric power
wherever possible. Additionally, hazardous material is disposed of in a way that
eliminates environmental impact. Recycling programs for both vessels and shore
side offices save on valuable resources while trash is carefully separated from
compost and actual waste. Harley Marine also holds the patent to a self-contained
Vapor Recovery Unit used during petroleum loading to capture and minimize
harmful emissions.
In 2013, Harley Marine built a new, state-of-the-art, Leadership in Energy &
Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certified office building on Seattle’s waterfront.
The new Harley and Lela Franco Maritime Center incorporates water conservation,
storm water management and solar power capabilities. The building construction
process included construction and demolition recycling and use of low-emitting
materials in construction and interior furnishings. The Maritime Center is designed
for the environment and the employees—blending green construction with enjoyable
spaces. It features water access, views from every workstation, an open-air atrium
and a Puget Sound touch tank. Last year, NAIOP named Harley Marine Best Office
Development of the Year. For more information visit
harleymarine.com
.
What does it mean to you
to be a custodian for the
environment?
Do you think working in an
environment like this would make
your career more enjoyable?
