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National Waterways Conference 7-9 Nov 2007 Mobile, AL Pat.Mutschler@CMTS.gov 202-366-3612. VISION.
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National Waterways Conference 7-9 Nov 2007 Mobile, AL Pat.Mutschler@CMTS.gov 202-366-3612
VISION “The U.S. Marine Transportation System will be a safe, secure, and globally integrated network that, in harmony with the environment, ensures a free-flowing, seamless and reliable movement of people and commerce along its waterways, sea lanes, and intermodal connections.”
Current IATs MTS National Strategy (USCG lead) MTS Assessment (USACE lead) Maritime Data Collection (MARAD lead) Navigation Technology Integration (NOAA lead)
Other activities: • Encouraging coordination among MTS related Federal Advisory Committees; • Addressing the HMTF; • Addressing impediments to MTS businesses; • Seeking more permanent status for the CMTS; • Developing a communications plan; • Review of the National Dredging Policy by the National Dredging Team • Inventory of MTS programs and budgets.
Contact Information: Ph 202-366-3612 Fx 202-366-3746 Pat.Mutschler@cmts.gov Website: www.cmts.gov