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ASTORIA, Ore. - NorthernStar Natural Gas Inc. CEO William "Si" Garrett today made the following statement regarding the U.S. Coast Guard's Waterway Suitability Report for the Bradwood Landing LNG terminal:
“In its release of the Waterway Suitability Report for the Bradwood Landing project, the U.S. Coast Guard determined that with improvements to navigation, safety and security the Columbia River is suitable for LNG carriers. In the report, the Coast Guard has established a 500 yard safety/security zone that travels with the LNG ship which is consistent with how cruise ships are currently treated. Additionally, the Coast Guard stated that their expectation was to routinely allow other vessels to conditionally transit through the safety/security zone and to allow other deep draft ships to meet the LNG carriers in portions of the river that are currently used for these situations.”
“The Coast Guard’s report acknowledges the outstanding safety record of LNG carriers while recommending enhancements to navigation, safety and security that we whole-heartily endorse. The report also confirms our expectation that LNG vessels will have a similar impact on traffic as other deep draft vessels that navigate the river today.”
“The improvements to navigation and safety in particular that we will make will be of great benefit to all Columbia River users. We look forward to working with the Coast Guard and other stakeholders to ensure the recommendations are successfully implemented.”
About Bradwood Landing LLC
Bradwood Landing believes that natural gas continues to be the best energy source for the Pacific Northwest. The company will deliver new sources of natural gas to this region creating new jobs and millions of dollars in local investment in surrounding communities. When completed, Bradwood Landing will provide an estimated 65 jobs averaging $60,000 a year and spend more than $30 million annually throughout the region to operate and maintain the facility. The facility will also increase the local tax-base by more than $7 million annually, creating a valuable source of income for improvements in essential services and education throughout the region. The company’s financial commitment includes unprecedented levels of investment in the local environment. Beyond our deep financial commitments, Bradwood Landing is driven by our promise to make life better wherever we live and work. We want more than a presence our communities; we want to create a positive and lasting legacy that generates community pride. For more information about Bradwood Landing LLC, please visit: www.bradwoodlanding.com
About NorthernStar Natural Gas Inc.
At NorthernStar Natural Gas, we create innovative solutions that bring clean, safe, affordable natural gas to meet America's energy needs. Led by a dynamic executive team with deep industry experience, NorthernStar Natural Gas is a US owned and operated company that is currently developing liquefied natural gas terminals
across the country. We combine our business aspirations with a bold commitment to improve the communities where we live and work by generating new jobs and economic opportunities, supporting better education for our children and leaving a lasting legacy of environmental excellence in all that we undertake. NorthernStar Natural Gas is the Nation's
Clean, Safe Energy Solution™. For more information about NorthernStar Natural
Gas Inc., please visit: www.northernstar-ng.com
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