Onerous emissions rules are certainly no stranger to the maritime sector at large, arguably none more so than those that work and live in California. The U.S. West Coast state is a
Onerous emissions rules are certainly no stranger to the maritime sector at large, arguably none more so than those that work and live in California.
The U.S. West Coast state is a global shipping hub, with a coastline spanning more than 800 miles and 11 major ports. It also is known for its penchant for creating and enforcing maritime rules, rules that on occasion transcend the technological means to enact them. Enter Jennifer Carpenter, President and CEO of the American Waterways Operators (AWO), the national advocacy group for the tugboat, towboat and barge sectors.
In a recent interview with Maritime Reporter TV, Carpenter discusses the impact of California’s controversial amendments to the Commercial Harbor Craft rule, the broader implications for maritime operators, and AWO’s top agenda items under the new Trump administration.
The Regulation
The maritime industry is facing a significant challenge on the West Coast as new regulations threaten to upend operations, drive up costs, and exacerbate existing supply chain disruptions. At the heart of the issue is California’s 2022 amendments to the Commercial Harbor Craft rule, a move that industry leaders, including AWO’s Carpenter, have called both "draconian" and "dangerous." These regulations, which aim to enforce
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