Committee Meeting Schedule
E3C – third Thursday of every other month at 12pm ET
Insurance Committee – meets quarterly on the third Tuesday of the month at 11am ET
Legal - schedule is TBD
Legislative Committee – meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 4pm ET
Security – last Wednesday of every third month at 2pm ET
Environment, Energy, and Equipment Committee (E3C)
The NAWE Environment, Energy, and Equipment Committee (E3C) is dedicated to proactively addressing environmental trends and regulatory shifts affecting ports and daily operations within the marine terminal industry. With a forward-thinking approach, the committee actively engages with emerging challenges, crafting strategies to navigate tomorrow’s climate-related hurdles. By fostering collaboration and staying attuned to industry advancements, the E3C plays a pivotal role in guiding the sector towards sustainable practices and resilience in the face of evolving environmental landscapes.
Insurance Committee
The NAWE Insurance Committee plays a pivotal role in navigating the complex landscape of insurance coverage and risk management for Marine Terminal Operators (MTOs), ports, and employees within the industry. With a targeted focus, the committee scrutinizes policies related to health insurance and general healthcare, actively engaging in the analysis of regulatory changes that may impact longshore liability issues. By staying aware of evolving trends and advocating for industry-specific needs, the committee works towards ensuring comprehensive coverage and risk management strategies for MTOs and their workforce.
Legal Affairs Committee
The NAWE Legal Committee serves to monitor, review, assess, and disseminate information pertaining to legislation, regulations, policies, and litigation of general interest to NAWE’s members. The Committee further serves as a forum for NAWE members to bring forward items of legal concern for the marine terminal industry for discussion and consideration, consistent with NAWE’s antitrust principles. In addition, the Committee serves as a resource to oversee and review NAWE’s legal actions including the development and submission of comments to proposed regulatory actions or legislation.
Legislative Committee
The NAWE Legislative Committee guides NAWE’s advocacy efforts. It monitors and analyzes current legislative developments, federal policies as well as rule-making initiatives directly impacting the marine terminal operating industry. The committee actively engages lawmakers and regulators, advocating on the interests and concerns of the marine terminal sector.
Security Committee
The NAWE Security Committee is dedicated to addressing the multifaceted challenges in the marine terminal industry’s security domain. With a comprehensive approach, the committee addresses critical aspects such as securing ports, combating human trafficking, securing federal funding for port security, and enhancing national security measures. Additionally, the committee emphasizes the importance of disseminating best practices to empower industry professionals and ensure safety and security while executing their responsibilities within the marine terminal environment.