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original ACL G1 fleet 50 years ago, also flew the British flag. The new Atlantic Star is one of five vessels in ACL’s new G4 fleet.
However, the ship will have a significant presence in Baltimore,
a place where ACL has been doing business for more than half a century.
“In my book, Jim White is the best port director in the United States,” Abbott said. “No one christens ships anymore in the United States. You usually christen overseas. We wanted to do this one here special.”
Thomas Simmers, Executive Vice President of the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd., said one of the driving forces for the success of the Port is its strategic location. He also noted that the labor on the production side of the business has an excellent track record.
“This is a real maritime community,” Simmers said about the Port. “They all want to work together. They are happy
Thomas Delaney and Robert Henkel, both of Chesapeake Vehicle Escort, and
Thomas Simmers, Executive Vice President of the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd., were guests at the ceremony.
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