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The Company:

Foss Maritime Company is wholly owned by Saltchuk

Resources, a privately owned family investment company formed in 1982 and based in the Pacifi c Northwest. Saltchuk has over $2 billion of assets invested in numerous operat- ing companies in several different business groups, includ- ing deep water shipping logistics, ship management, tug and barge operations, fuel distribution, and trucking. Foss regu- larly partners with its sister companies in the Saltchuk portfo- lio to offer a diverse range of maritime transportation services.

The Case:

Foss evolved from a single rowboat into a leading marine transportation and harbor services company, celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. Founded in 1889, it now serves customers around the world, operating more than 130 vessels and continues to pursue growth opportunities in a variety of areas, such as expanding its scope of ser- vices and clients in Alaska and the Arctic. For more than a century, Foss Maritime has helped set the standard for marine transportation with leading edge technology, engi- neering and shipbuilding. The company’s Seattle shipyard, traditionally involved in maintenance and repair work, ex- panded into new-vessel construction in early 2014, and today employment at Foss Seattle shipyard is larger than ever with about 265 welders, electricians, carpenters and other craftsmen. Two state of the art fi reboats are currently under construction at the Seattle shipyard.

The Company:

Imtech Marine operates as a full-service provider and sys- tem integrator of tailor-made, innovative and sustainable technology solutions covering the whole ship. Imtech Ma- rine specializes in automation (platform and engine room), navigation, communication and connectivity solutions, propulsion systems, power generation and distribution,

HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), ship motion control, information technology, entertainment, water management and port services. Imtech Marine pro- vides innovative systems and reliable maintenance services around the world during the full lifetime of the ship.

The Case:

Utilizing staff at almost 100 offi ces in 30 countries, based along shipping routes and close to shipbuilding centers,

Imtech Marine brings together a versatile group of expert companies and people. Imtech Marine has a rich tradition; a history that extends right back to 1860 when the com- pany was established under the name of Van Rietschoten & Houwens. Today, this rich tradition translates into in- novative power, and the integrated technological solutions that the company offers. As a Technical Service Provider,

Imtech Marine is active globally, providing a total package of products and services. Combined technical strength, a guarantee of added value for contracts of whatever size. The market requires cost effi cient, effective, safe and sustainable solutions. Imtech Marine offers precisely that with its in- novative, high-quality technology for vessels and platforms.

These solutions, which meet today’s high market standards, offer the client a measurable added value. 1151 Fairview Ave N

Seattle, Washington 98109

Tel: (206) 281-3800

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.foss.com

President & CEO: Paul E. Stevens

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COMPANYOMPANY 8943 Gulf Freeway

Houston, TX 77017

Tel: (713) 378-2100

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.imtechmarine.com

Managing Director: Captain Eric Clarke

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