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T. Parker Host of Maryland Inc. (ID: 3175)
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T. Parker Host, Inc. T. PARKER HOST, INC. Ship Agents and Brokers "There has been a Host on the waterfront in Hampton Roads for 100 years." LINER SERVICES COAL CEMENT OTHER BULK MATERIAL REFRIGERATED CARGOES BREAK BULK TANKERS FERTILIZER LIQUID COMMODITIES PASSENGER VESSELS A full-time, full-service ship agent, providing experienced, dedicated maritime management at the world's largest and busiest ports... VIRGINIA T. PARKER HOST, INC. Norfolk, Virginia Tel: (757) 627-6286 e-mail: ops@tparkerhost.com MARYLAND T. PARKER HOST OF MARYLAND, INC. Baltimore, Maryland Tel: (410) 633-4666 e-mail: operations@hostmd.com DELAWARE RIVER T. PARKER HOST OF DELAWARE, INC. Wilmington, Delaware Telephone 302/654-2240 e-mail: tparkerhost@hostdel.com FLORIDA AMELIA MARITIME SERVICES., INC. Fernandina Beach, Florida Tel: (904) 321-1803 e-mail: ams@ameliamaritime.com T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN ASSOCIATION OF SHIP BROKERS AND AGENTS BIMCO HAMPTON ROADS MARITIME ASSOCIATION, INC CONSULATE OF FINLANDVirginia VIRGINIA T. PARKER HOST, INC. 500 East Plume Street Suite 600 Norfolk, Virginia 23510 Tel: (757) 627-6286 Fax: (757) 627-3948 Telex: 6734694 HOST VA e-mail: ops@tparkerhost.com Serving the ports of: Hampton Roads, Virginia Norfolk, Virginia Newport News, Virginia Portsmouth, Virginia Chesapeake, Virginia Hopewell, Virginia Richmond, Virginia Yorktown, Virginia T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANMaryland MARYLAND T. PARKER HOST OF MARYLAND, INC. 2200 Broening Highway Suite 230 Baltimore, Maryland 21224 Tel: (410) 633-4666 Fax: (410) 633-2993 Telex: 6734714 HOST MD e-mail: tparkerhost@hostmd.com Serving the ports of: Baltimore, Maryland Alexandria, Virginia T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANDelaware DELAWARE T. PARKER HOST OF DELAWARE, INC.. The Robert F. Senseny Building 1 Hausel Road Wilmington, DE 19801 Telephone: (302) 654-2240 Fax: (302) 654-2256 Telex: (302)6737921 HOSTDEL EMAIL: tparkerhost@hostdel.com Serving the ports of: Wilmington, Delaware Claymont, Delaware Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Camden, New Jersey Chester, Pennsylvania T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANFlorida FLORIDA AMELIA MARITIME SERVICES, INC. 1887 South 14 th Street Suite 105 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Tel: (904) 321-1803 Fax: (904) 321-1804 Telex: (650) 212-3138 e-mail: ams@ameliamaritime.com Serving the ports of: Fernandina Beach, Florida Jacksonville, Florida Brunswick, Georgia T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANT. Parker Host, Inc. T. PARKER HOST, INC. Ship Agents and Brokers "There has been a Host on the waterfront in Hampton Roads for 100 years." LINER SERVICES COAL CEMENT OTHER BULK MATERIAL REFRIGERATED CARGOES BREAK BULK TANKERS FERTILIZER LIQUID COMMODITIES PASSENGER VESSELS A full-time, full-service ship agent, providing experienced, dedicated maritime management at the world's largest and busiest ports... VIRGINIA T. PARKER HOST, INC. Norfolk, Virginia Tel: (757) 627-6286 e-mail: ops@tparkerhost.com MARYLAND T. PARKER HOST OF MARYLAND, INC. Baltimore, Maryland Tel: (410) 633-4666 e-mail: operations@hostmd.com DELAWARE RIVER T. PARKER HOST OF DELAWARE, INC. Wilmington, Delaware Telephone 302/654-2240 e-mail: tparkerhost@hostdel.com FLORIDA AMELIA MARITIME SERVICES., INC. Fernandina Beach, Florida Tel: (904) 321-1803 e-mail: ams@ameliamaritime.com T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN ASSOCIATION OF SHIP BROKERS AND AGENTS BIMCO HAMPTON ROADS MARITIME ASSOCIATION, INC CONSULATE OF FINLANDObjective OBJECTIVE It is the stated objective of T. Parker Host, Inc. to provide ship agency services that consistently conform to our customers’ requirements of performance. The Company’s aim is to perform at the highest standards, at all times striving for continuous improvement. Doing more than others expect – this is what excellence is all about . . . looking after the smallest details and going the extra mile. T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANHistory HISTORY T. Parker Host, Sr., a life-long maritime leader at Hampton Roads founded T. Parker Host, Inc. in 1923. During the early years of the agency, Hampton Roads and other Virginia ports were primarily involved with bulk and parcel cargoes. Coal, then as now, was a major commodity, followed by grains, scrap and fertilizers. After World War II, a revitalized European economy stimulated the growth of liner services. In 1948, the founder's son, T. Parker Host, Jr., joined and continued his father's leadership role. The company then expanded to become a superior port agent for liner services handling all forms of general cargo and eventually representing major container lines. T. Parker Host, Inc. proudly continues to participate in the management of the port's phenomenal growth. Assuring third-generation management, Tom and David Host, sons of T. Parker Host, Jr., joined the company in 1977. For over 80 years, the company has provided professional and competitive services to a wide range of leading shippers and receivers. It handles a variety of import and export commodities throughout the ports, including grains, fertilizers, chemicals, scrap and clean and heavy oils. T. Parker Host, Inc. has also played a key role in coal exports, the major bulk commodity handled by the port. Its managers have assumed the responsibility of being strong, outspoken advocates for coal interests. Continually evolving and expanding with the times, T. Parker Host, Inc. opened its Baltimore, Maryland office in 1986. Its primary purpose is to better assist the customer in providing unified and coordinated efforts for shipments through Hampton Roads and Baltimore. T. Parker Host of Maryland, Inc. has risen to be one of the top agencies handling coal from the Port of Baltimore and is prospering in all other aspects of shipping. The trend has continued with the opening of T. Parker Host of Delaware, Inc. in August of 1999. Along with the expansion of the ports, T. Parker Host, Inc. continues to excel with an experienced and knowledgeable team. Updated with the latest technology, T. Parker Host, Inc. is still able to provide personalized service to each of its customers. Rich in tradition and experience, T. Parker Host, Inc. proceeds to concentrate on the present and the future. The company assures its customers that the promises made today will be kept tomorrow. T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANLeadership LEADERSHIP Introducing… T. Parker Host, Inc., a progressive leader in all aspects of the shipping industry since 1923… T. Parker Host, Inc. has always been one of the most highly regarded ship agents in the country. Why? Because our reputation is based on experienced and dedicated management. Many of our top executives have been on board for more than a quarter of a century. Department heads average over 20 years with the firm. Our policy of promoting from within assures future customers that the promises made today will be kept tomorrow. PROFILES Position Name Started with Company Chairman: T. Parker Host, Jr. 1948 President: David F. Host 1977 Senior Vice-President: Thomas P. Host, III 1977 Vice President Traffic: Randolph D. Tosh 1963 Vice-President: Edward A. Barham, III 1980 Vice President Controller Thomas C. Comer, Jr. 1972 T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANGeneral Operations GENERAL OPERATIONS T. Parker Host, Inc. provides ship agency services to ship owners, operators, receivers, charterers and brokers globally. Whether it is importing or exporting, T. Parker Host, Inc. handles all types of commodities that transit the port including coal, grain, minerals, general cargo, frozen cargo, scrap, cement, livestock, cruise lines, tankers (oil and parcel), container lines and special vessel operations. T. Parker Host, Inc. is dedicated to providing its customers with superior service. Established over 80 years ago, T. Parker Host's longevity has earned the respect of the terminals, governmental agencies and port authorities, which enables a speedy ship clearance and cargo operation. The company provides superior service at competitive prices: acts as general and protective agents throughout the ports of Virginia handles all the necessities of the vessel and crew during a dry-docking or shipyard repair can assist our principals in chartering and bunkering operations assists in the stowage of vessels if desired by owners or charterers provides extensive husbandry services able to clear spare parts in order to reach vessel quickly 24 hour availability keeps the principal informed daily of vessel's movements, and pier line-up and availability daily on-board attendance quick and efficient processing of paperwork software to monitor all facets of ship operations periodic visits to our clients and prospective customers In addition to its Baltimore, Maryland and Wilmington, Delaware offices, the company has working partnerships in Fernandina Beach and Jacksonville, Florida, as well as Brunswick, Georgia. Further, T. Parker Host, Inc. has a solid working relationship with various sub-agents in numerous other ports in the United States. Located in the heart of downtown Norfolk, T. Parker Host, Inc. is in the hub of the business community at Hampton Roads and is within 30 minutes driving distance from most of the major bulk and container facilities. Other associations sharing the same building as T. Parker Host, Inc. include the Virginia Port Authority, P&I Club representatives and the Virginia International Terminals head office. Due to its convenient location, all other services are easily accessible. Rich in coal experience, T. Parker Host's staff represents over 150 years of combined experience in the industry. Other staff members' expertise lies in cargo operations, communications and accounting. The longevity of the employees is representative of the esteem they have in the company and take in representing our principals in a truly professional manner. T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANLiner Trades LINER TRADES T. Parker Host, Inc. has been at the forefront of the container revolution managing maintenance and repairs, leasing, terminations and inventories. We announce sailings, canvass for cargo, amend freight tariffs, book and receive cargo for shipment, set up cargo for loading, advise receivers and shippers of vessels' positions and deliver inward cargo. We also stay in close communications with the steamship line's head office. Alianca Lines Columbus Line Nordana Line Saga Forest Carriers Yang Ming Line T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANHusbandry HUSBANDRY We are your supervisors in port, coordinating arrival, berthing and sailing. Our experienced agents board vessels daily. The use of laptop computer systems allows for on-site, up-to-the minute information regarding cargo operations, surveyor reports or any unforeseen situations that may arise. Our more than 75 years of attending to vessels has had us become experts in most aspects of every operation in Hampton Roads, and our staff is committed to mastering the challenges presented by the ever-changing nature of our industry. Whether you need an agent to attend to routine crew matters or to get your ship back on-hire, we will attempt to minimize expenses while maximizing services. T. Parker Host, Inc. arranges crew changes, medical assistance, hotel accommodations, bunker coordination, waste removal, spare parts and hold cleaning. On request we can also collect freight, render disbursement accounts, provide communications and insure compliance with the terms and conditions of governing charter parties or contracts of affreightment. Our procedures do not change on nights, weekends or holidays; we are always there to meet your needs. Let our experience work for you. T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANCoal Related Services COAL RELATED SERVICES Listed below is an overall breakdown of the individual functions that T. Parker Host, Inc. can perform. Please note that further services are available upon request: Daily inventory control of cars in transit and on hand with CSX, and Norfolk Southern Railroads as well as stockpile inventory at DTA, Pier IX, Consol Terminal, and Chesapeake Bay Piers. Reporting inventory and pier status daily and a timely advisement of any conditions occurring at Hampton Roads and Baltimore which could affect daily operations of the terminals. Preparation of documents in a timely fashion pertaining to all shipments through Hampton Roads and Baltimore terminals. Daily coordination with local vessel agents to obtain updated vessel estimated times of arrival and coordination of stowage required by vessels and all other pertinent information which will expedite vessels' turn around in port. Coordination of draft surveys where required confirming on each shipment minimums and maximums of cargo stems, coordinating arrival and loading times of vessels, boarding vessels, and interceding in the event of dispute between vessel and surveyor, coordination of pick-up and distribution of draft survey reports and checking draft survey invoices. Daily communication with designated terminals on arrival of trains, stock pile inventory, pile allocation, load out orders with special instructions such as blending, confirming tonnage minimums and maximums, and all other related functions related to ground storage operations. Coordination with the designated terminals to ensure that any shipments loaded onto vessels through designated terminals are completed in proper and timely manner. Supervision and monitoring of inventory control of leftover railcars from shipments at designated terminals, checking monthly detailed demurrage account, and assisting in selling cargo in such leftover railcars. Supervision, as required, of vessel and barge loadings. Coordination with the sampling companies of the inbound mechanical sampling and issuing instruction on disposition of samples. Coordination with local testing laboratories to provide sampling instructions on rail car top/stockpile sampling as well as final analysis from sampling companies. Provision of telephone, telefax, and telex communication to all concerned parties while assisting in the receiving and/or loading of coal shipped to or from the designated terminals. Assistance in placing sample onboard vessels and issuing documents on such samples. Provision of monthly coal loading statistics on all designated terminals, recapped by both shipper name and country of destination. Arrangement of port tours of terminals, testing laboratories, and other port facilities for visitors and/or customers. Representation of customer's general interest at the designated terminals including, but not limited to, attendance at meetings, functions, and other related activities on cargo and port related issues. THREE COAL LOADING TERMINALS AND RESTRICTIONS AT EACH BERTH: Norfolk Southern Coal Pier, Norfolk, VA max deep draft 50'00" brackish max air draft 74'00" max beam 175'00" max loa length of pier 1,760' max load rate 3,500 net tons per hour Pier IX Terminal, Newport News, VA max deep draft 50'00" brackish max air draft 75'00" max beam 150'00" max loa 1,000' max load rate 3,000 tons per hour Dominion Coal Terminal, Newport News, VA max deep draft 50'00" brackish max air draft 79'00" max beam 164'00" max loa 1,000' (greater length by special request) max load rate 3,000 tons per hour Vessels with a draft of 48' or less can sail from any of the above berths at any time. Vessels with a draft over 48' up to 50' must sail 4.5 hours prior to high tide. DISCLAIMER : The above information has been obtained from port officials and is subject to change without notice. While we believe this information to be accurate, we cannot guarantee its validity. We recommend checking with our offices on a vessel-by-vessel basis. T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANTankers TANKERS T. Parker Host, Inc. has been a major tanker agent in the Port of Hampton Roads for many years. Having been the primary agent for ships calling at Yorktown, Virginia, the company has become the most experienced tanker agent in the port. T. Parker Host, Inc. has long been the information source on port restrictions for tankers, both lightering and discharging. The company has been a leader in developing innovative methods of improving tanker performance through lighterings, maximizing use of water depths and precise time management of operations. Although T. Parker Host, Inc. is performance oriented, the company has always had safety as its first concern. Safety concerns are constantly monitored and never jeopardized. The company has always kept abreast of the latest safety regulations as well as federal and state government regulations affecting tanker operations. The State of Virginia is one of only a few states requiring individual proof of financial responsibility and oil spill response plans on file in addition to U.S. Coast Guard requirements. T. Parker Host, Inc. has worked diligently with the Virginia Department of Environmental quality on these regulations to ensure ship owners are not over burdened, while, in the meantime, making sure tankers entering Virginia waters are in compliance with both state and federal regulations. T. Parker Host, Inc. is not only a specialist at handling crude oil tankers, we also handle fuel oil and liquid fertilizers, which are discharged at various terminals in the area as well as numerous products such as vegoils and chemicals handled by parcel tankers. T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANPassenger Lines PASSENGER LINES T. Parker Host, Inc. has always represented several passenger liner operators. This has been a two-fold approach, handling ship repair calls and passenger calls. As Hampton Roads boasts numerous shipyards, some in operation for over 100 years, ships calling on various yards have consistently been a part of the T. Parker Host, Inc. business. Our relationship with the various superintendents and estimators have proven to make a line's dry-docking period successful. T. Parker Host, Inc. has also handled the calls of passenger vessels making day calls to local piers for shore excursions and also ships' calls for the loading and unloading of passengers and baggage for longer cruises. T. Parker Host, Inc. carries it a step further by not just being familiar with suitable berths for cruise vessels to berth, but also is operating agent for the Nauticus berth in downtown Norfolk. With the growth in the cruise industry, T. Parker Host, Inc. stands ready to provide full representation of passenger vessels' calls to Hampton Roads. A similar situation exists at the Port of Baltimore covering berths in Inner Harbor, the fringes of the Chesapeake Bay, as well as Alexandria, Virginia. T. Parker Host of Maryland, Inc. can cover a line's requirements. Current cruise lines represented are as follows: CRYSTAL CRUISES DISNEY CRUISE LINE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE PRINCESS CRUISES RADISSON SEVEN SEAS CRUISES RESIDENSEA CRUISES SILVERSEA CRUISES T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANLetter from the Chairman LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN To Our Customers and Friends: The Host family has worked on the waterfront of the ports of Hampton Roads for over 100 years. My father founded T. Parker Host, Inc. in 1923. His business philosophy was centered on service, port leadership and expertise in all facets of the shipping industry. Along with my two sons, I have carried on the principles my father so arduously instilled in the company. I am very proud to know that the tradition will continue. Presently, I am the Chief Executive Officer of the company and play an integral role in the leadership responsibility of ensuring that the port is responsive to the maritime industry's current needs. Our commitment to our customers is unwavering, and our relationship with the port and our clients is unsurpassed. Focused on providing superior service, we guarantee our customers' satisfaction. Having celebrated our 80th Anniversary as T. Parker Host, Inc., we thank all those associates and customers who have contributed to our success and longevity. We look to the future for many more years of service to our valued customers. Sincerely, T. Parker Host, Jr. Chairman T. PARKER HOST, INC. OBJECTIVE HISTORY LEADERSHIP GENERAL OPERATIONS LINER TRADES HUSBANDRY COAL TANKERS PASSENGER LINES LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN T. Parker Host of Maryland Inc.