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of the Port of Seattle • June/July 2006
MED Shipping Coming in 2007Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the second largest operator of container ships and one of the fastest-growing maritime transportation companies in the world will begin calling at the Port of Seattle next year. This news comes on the heels of plans to expand Terminal 30 and relocate the cruise facility to Terminal 91. The Port expects MSC to move 221,000 container TEUs through Seattle in 2007, generating more than 300 local jobs.
Patricia Davis, Pres.
John Creighton
Bob Edwards
Alec Fisken
Lloyd Hara
Chief Executive Officer
M.R. Dinsmore
New Concessions Coming to Sea-Tac Airport A new Starbucks Coffee on Concourse C and a Chili’s Too on Concourse D opened recently. Chili’s replaces Jonathan’s Bar and offers sit-down service with many of Chili’s favorites like their “Big Mouth Burgers,” nachos, buffalo chicken wings and their signature margaritas. There will be about two restaurants opening every month this summer, so by September, the many locations currently under construction will be open, including the new Pilot House pub, located pre-security on the ticketing level of the Main Terminal. Even more new openings are planned in time for the holidays.
Message from the CEO
Many of you may have read that I am beginning my 15th year as chief executive officer of the Port of Seattle and expect to step down from that post sometime next spring – after a new CEO is in place. Read the details.
– M.R. Dinsmore
Children's Playground: A Children's Play Area has opened just a hop, skip and a jump from the Central Terminal, behind security. The 1,400-square-foot play space is filled with aviation-themed soft foam play equipment, including an airplane, control tower and baggage cart. There’s plenty of comfortable seating for adults to relax and watch their young travel companions burn off some energy before their flight.
Fleet Week and Upcoming Summer Events Summer means Seafair and that signals the arrival of the U.S. Navy Fleet in Elliott Bay. The Fleet arrives August 2, and tours are available from August 3 through 6. Keep checking the Port’s Events page for information on vessel tours. Mark your calendar for this and other fun summer activities around the Port. And don’t forget Fishermen’s Fall Festival September 9. It’s never too early to start planning.
The Port and the Office of Port Jobs: Partners in Apprenticeship Program The Port of Seattle and the office of Port Jobs partner with Rainier Beach High School to offer apprenticeship opportunities in the construction trades. Based at Rainier Beach High School and open to all Seattle Public High School juniors and seniors, C-WEST provides an average of 40 students a year with the opportunity to combine classroom training with paid internships in the skilled trades. Find the details here.
Airport Roadway Construction - Look What’s Coming to Sea-Tac!
Sound Transit and the Port of Seattle are bringing Link light rail to Sea-Tac Airport. Construction begins late this summer. The first impact on the public will occur when the northbound lanes that are currently one-way as they leave the airport become a temporary two-way roadway. Once construction begins, regular updates will be posted on the Port Web site.
Leading the Way in Puget Sound Maritime Air Forum In order to collaboratively address maritime-related emissions sources in the greater Puget Sound region, the Port of Seattle initiated and is leading the Puget Sound Maritime Air Forum (Forum). Begun in 2004, the Forum is a voluntary association of private and public maritime organizations, air agencies, and other parties with operational or regulatory responsibilities related to maritime industry air quality impacts.
Community Meetings: Touring the Harbor and Airfield Two meetings, tours of the Seaport by boat, Airport Office Building and Airfield, and hundreds of people made for a successful Community Meeting series. All five Port Commissioners and a host of Port staff were on-hand to meet members of the community and answer questions. Read more here.
Sea-Air School Ends on Successful Note The 2006 Sea-Air School season just came to a close with 7,939 students, teachers and chaperones from King County participating in the three part educational program involving an International Trade class, an Argosy harbor tour and a visit to Odyssey Maritime Discovery Center. One of three jobs in Washington state is related to international trade and this is the perfect opportunity to get young people thinking about the world and how it will affect their futures. Find out how to get your child’s classroom involved.
Catch up on Port Commission Actions Audio recordings of Commission meetings are available on the Port’s Web site, along with news releases of key Commission decisions.
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Many of you may have read that I am beginning my 15th year as chief executive officer of the Port of Seattle and expect to step down from that post sometime next spring – after a new CEO is in place. 
Summer means Seafair and that signals the arrival of the U.S. Navy Fleet in Elliott Bay. The Fleet arrives August 2, and tours are available from August 3 through 6. Keep checking the 
The Port of Seattle and the office of Port Jobs partner with Rainier Beach High School to offer apprenticeship opportunities in the construction trades. Based at Rainier Beach High School and open to all Seattle Public High School juniors and seniors, C-WEST provides an average of 40 students a year with the opportunity to combine classroom training with paid internships in the skilled trades. 
In order to collaboratively address maritime-related emissions sources in the greater Puget Sound region, the Port of Seattle initiated and is leading the