Welcome! 59th Annual NDTA Transportation & Logistics Forum and Exposition.

San Diego, CA

September 10-September 14, 2005

GREETINGS FROM THE NDTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Welcome to NDTA's 59th Annual Forum and Exposition in San Diego! This year's theme, "Partnering for Solutions", was carefully chosen to reflect the many transitions that we all

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Our Forum team includes a talented group of individuals, who will share their expertise, their experience and their vision with this year's attendees. Planned daily keynote speakers will cover topics of interest in technology, commerce, security, travel and government policy-making. Experts in various fields will tackle challenging subjects in panel discussions and breakout sessions, like emerging areas of interest and securing our transportation systems. My involvement with NDTA over the years has proven that there is no better platform for exchange between government and business than our annual gathering.

A number of distinguished award-winning individuals, organizations and military units are on the NDTA team, too. We will honor them all at various celebratory functions during "Forum Week", so please join us as we salute our Nation's finest.

And, let us not forget our "behind-the-scenes" team members--dedicated individuals who plan, prepare, strategize, organize and present this informative and enjoyable event; and our corporate members, sponsors and exhibitors who help sustain this worthwhile effort.

There is much to gain while you are with us in San Diego, even during your spare time. You might consider a visit to the historic Gas Lamp District, Seaport Village, or the aircraft carrier Midway--all within walking distance of the Hyatt Manchester Grand. Further a field, you will find the famous San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. If you need ideas to fill your free time hours, please stop by the NDTA Hospitality Suite to discover more options. Of course, you may just want to relax in the luxurious hotel spa or visit with old friends while overlooking San Diego Bay.

I am proud to be on this team, to play a part in this great organization. And I am delighted to be with you at the 59th Annual Forum and Expo!

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS*

AAR Mobility Systems

Keynote Speaker Program

ABF

Patron Sponsor

Baggett Transportation Company

Forum Reception

Best Western Hotels International

Forum Site Support

BLG Automobile Logistics

Afternoon Refreshment Break

CAST Transportation

Morning Refreshment Break

Cendant Car Rental--Avis & Budget Car Rental

Ice Cream Refreshments

Con-Way NOW, Inc.

Silver Patron Sponsor

CorTrans

Dunking for Ducks

Duck Sweep

A-35 Activities

CRST

Chairman's Awards Dinner Printed Program

DHL

Chairman's Awards Dinner

Forum Padfolios

Opening Ceremony Printed Program

Eagle Global Logistics

Conference Table Tablets

Fox Rent A Car

Forum Transportation Support

FedEx

Opening Day Breakfast Bar

The Hertz Corporation

Official Forum Rental Car Company

A-35 Activities

Advance Registration List

Forum Coins

Horizon Lines

Platinum Sponsor

InterContinnental Hotel Groups

Recognition and Scholarship Breakfast

Program and Advance Registration List

Forum Coins

Landstar Systems, Inc.

Tote Bags

Forum Staff Shirts

Lockheed Martin

Bus and Trolley Transportation

Maersk Line Limited

Hotel Room Keys

Forum Area Signage

Chairman's Awards Dinner

Exhibitor/Sponsor Directory

President's Reception and Exhibit Grand Opening (Period I)

Marine Terminal Corporation

Exhibitors and Chairman's Circle Reception

Mercer Transportation

Silver Sponsor

National and Alamo Car Rental

Forum Name Badge Caddy

National Air Cargo

International Awards Luncheon

Forum Pocket Schedule

Northrop Grumman

Forum Signage

Northwest Airlines

Golf Tournament

P & O Nedlloyd-Farrell Lines

Internet Cafe

Panther II Transportation

Patriotic Lapel Pin

Gold Patron Sponsor

Chairman's Awards Dinner--Wine

Forum Coins

Pilot Air Freight

Forum Name Badges

QUALCOMM

QUALCOMM Sunset Dinner Cruise

R & R Trucking

Rest/Relaxation Lounge--Expo Hall

San Diego Convention & Visitors' Bureau

Promotional Assistance

SatoTravel, Dollar Rent A Car, and Thrifty Car Rental

Hospitality Time

Forum Newspaper

Southwest Airlines

Forum Wrap-up Video

Forum Grand Prize Tickets

SuperClubs

A-35 and Forum Grand Prizes

3 NETWISE

Morning Refreshment Break

Transportation Institute

Military Units Awards Luncheon

UPS Supply Chain Solutions

Exhibits Revisited & Expo Finale (Period II)

Forum Staff Shirts

Forum Transportation Shipping Support

Ticket Booklets

US Airways

Official Forum Airline

Entertainment/Expo Band

A-35 and Forum Grand Prize Tickets

The brands of Yellow Roadway Corp.

Scholarship Event--Aerospace Museum

Forum Staff Shirts

EXHIBITORS*

AAL

AAR Mobility Systems

ABF Freight System

Acme Truck Line Inc.

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.

Anteon

APL Limited

Association of American Railroads

BAX Global

Booz Allen Hamilton

Boyle Transportation

CAST Transportation

Cendant Car Rental Group--Avis & Budget

Choice Hotels International

Contractors Cargo Company

Con-Way NOW

Cornerstone Systems, Inc.

CorTrans Logistics

CRST

Defense Distribution Center

Defense Travel System

Delaware Maritime Enterprise Council

DHL

DHS/NCS (GETS/WPC)

EGL Eagle Global Logistics

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Europcar

Evergreen International Airlines

Extended Stay Hotels

FedEx

FedEx Custom Critical

FedRooms

Fox Rent A Car

Global Maritime & Transportation School

Hertz Corporation, The

InterContinental Hotels Group

Korea Express Co., Ltd./GFEZ Authority

IOMM & P

LabelMaster Software

Landstar System, Inc.

Lockheed Martin

Maersk Lines, Ltd.

Manugistics

Marine Terminal Corporation

Maritime Administration

Mayflower Transit

MEBA Engineering School

Menlo Worldwide

Mercer Transportation Co., Inc.

Mi-Jack Products, Inc.

Military Sealift Command

Military Surface Deployment & Distribution Command

MIT Ctr. Trans. & Logistics--Dr. Yossi Sheffi

National Air Cargo

National Alamo Rent A Car

Oakwood Worldwide

Old Dominion

Omega World Travel

Overnite Transportation

P & O Nedlloyd-Farrell Lines

Panther II Transportation

Pilot Air Freight

PWC Logistics

QUALCOMM

R & R Trucking

SAIC

Sabre Travel Network

SatoTravel

Savi Technology

Segway LLC

Stonier Transportation

SuperClubs

SupplyCore

Team Worldwide

Textainer

"Thanks a Million"

Tri-State Expedited Service, Inc.

TTX Company

U.S. TRANSCOM

United Seamen's Service

United Van Lines

USO

UPS Supply Chain Solutions

UTXL, Inc.

Yellow Roadway Corporation

*As of August 22, 2005

FORUM CO-CHAIRS GREETING

We are delighted to welcome you to San Diego! The destination is an excellent compliment to the 59th NDTA Forum and Expo since the city enjoys close ties to the military. Those ties stretch back to 1852, when President Millard Fillmore set aside 1,400 acres on Point Loma, at the entrance to San Diego Bay, for military purposes. The property was assigned to the US Army and named Fort Rosecrans in memory to General William Rosecrans, a Union Civil War hero, and remained an active army outpost until 1959 when the site was developed as a submarine base at Ballast Point. North Island Air Station was established when three airplanes landed in 1912--that presence escalated during WWI when the US Navy designated San Diego as its home port for the Pacific Fleet in 1919. The Marine Training Recruit Depot opened its doors in 1923 to pilots and navigators for basic training; and in 1941 activities here were escalated in preparation for WWII. Generations have come and gone and to this day, the United States military is a dynamic part of the San Diego landscape and economy.

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One of the greatest advantages of the annual Forum is the opportunity to participate in professional programs! We are honored to have with us this year a distinguished slate of moderators who will share the latest technology and trends in the field of transportation, including active duty military members returning from Operation Iraqi Freedom with lessons learned at the front lines. We honor their achievements and their commitment to our country!

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We will also pay tribute to other transportation professionals dedicated to keeping our country on track. You are specially invited to join with us in celebrating their accomplishments at our NDTA awards events--the Chairman's Awards Dinner, the Military Units Award Luncheon, the Scholarship Recognition Breakfast and the International Awards Luncheon.

Fun in the sun is also on the agenda--along with a few surprises. Off-site trips are planned to La Jolla, Coronado, Balboa Park and North Island. And thanks to Yellow Roadway Corporation and QUALCOMM, NDTA scholarship fundraisers at the Aerospace Museum and on San Diego Bay are added to the list. We hope you will join us in these most worthwhile events for the benefit of students hoping to pursue studies in the field of transportation and logistics.

Please refer to the Forum Schedule for times and locations of these events, the Exposition and all the memorable activities arranged for your stay in and around San Diego. Then plan to position yourself with the Pros and enjoy all that the NDTA Forum has to offer. We look forward to meeting you all sunny San Diego, California!

We extend our sincere thanks to San Diego, a most captivating host city, our many talented volunteers who keep things running smoothly, the NDTA San Diego Chapter for coordinating details before and throughout the event, our corporate sponsors for their generous support and our NDTA members and friends who sustain the organization. Thank you ALL!

DAILY EVENTS SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
Noon-3:00pm      Council of Regional Presidents Luncheon Meeting
 2:00pm-5:00pm   2009 Forum Site Selection Committee Meeting
 3:00pm-5:00pm   Chapter Workshop
 7:00pm-11:00pm  Gas Lamp District Getaway

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
 6:30am-3:00pm   NDTA Golf Tournament (Tee Time at 8:00am)
                   Sponsor: Northwest Airlines
10:00am-2:00pm   Coronado Outing, Spouse/Guest Tour
 6:00pm-10:00pm  NDTA Scholarship Even
                   Sponsor: The brands of Yellow Roadway

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
 7:00am-8:15am   A-35 Breakfast
 7:30am-8:15am   Breakfast Bar
 8:30am-9:15am   Opening Ceremony
                   Keynote Speaker: Mr. Ron Widdows, CEO, APL
 9:45am-10am     Break
10:00am-11:30am  Professional Sessions
10:15am-3:15pm   La Jolla Day Trip, Spouse/Guest Tour
11:30am-1:30pm   Military Units Awards Luncheon
                   Guest Speaker: Lt Gen Duncan J. McNabb, USAF
 2:00pm-3:30pm   Professional Sessions (Repeat)
 2:00pm-3:30pm   A-35 Mentoring Session
 3:30pm-6:00pm   Grand Opening of Exhibits & Reception
 6:30pm-8:30pm   QUALCOMM Sunset Dinner Cruise (Meet at Dock, 6:00pm)
                   Sponsor: QUALCOMM
 9:00pm-12:00am  Club NDTA

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
 7:30am-8:30am   NDTA Recognition Breakfast
 9:00am-9:45am   Keynote Speaker: Mr. Joseph Carnes, President, BAX
                   Global, Inc.
 9:45am-10:00am  Break
10:00am-11:30am  Roundtable Discussion--Industry Leaders LTG Kenneth
                   Wykle, USA (Ret.), President, NDTA
10:00am-3:00pm   Balboa Park Outing, Spouse/Guest Tour
11:30am-2:00pm   Exhibits Revisited (Exhibit Period II)
 2:00pm-3:30pm   Professional Dialogue Sessions
 3:30pm-3:45pm   Break
 3:45pm-5:15pm   Professional Sessions (Repeat)
 6:30pm-7:30pm   Exhibitors, Sponsors, NTW Benefactors & Chairman's
                   Circle Members Reception
 6:30pm-7:30pm   Annual Forum Reception
 7:30pm-10:00pm  Chairman's Awards Dinner
10:00pm-12:00am  SatoTravel, Dollar Rent A Car, and Thrifty Car Rental
                   Hospitality Time

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
 8:30am-9:30am   Annual Board Meeting Breakfast
 9:45am-10:15am  Keynote Speaker--Gen Norton A. Schwartz, USAF,
                   Commander USTRANSCOM
10:30am-11:30am  Guest Speaker--Professor Yossi Sheffi, Director, Center
                   for Transportation & Logistics, MIT
11:45am-1:00pm   NDTA International Awards Luncheon
 1:00pm-1:30pm   Duck Sweep/Exhibitors' Grand Prize Drawing Official
                   Close of Forum

EXHIBITOR'S SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
 1:00pm-5:00pm   Exhibit Set-Up Time (Douglas Pavilion)

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
 8:00am-3:00pm   Exhibit Set-Up Time (Douglas Pavilion) Set-up MUST be
                   completed by 3pm
 3:45pm-6:00pm   NDTA--Maersk Line Limited
                   Exhibits Grand Opening
                   (Period I) and Reception (Douglas Pavilion)

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
11:30am-2:00pm   NDTA--UPS-Supply Chain Solutions Exhibits Revisited
                   (Period II) Buffet (Douglas Pavilion)
 2:30pm-6:00pm   Exhibits Tear-down time (Douglas Pavilion)
 6:30pm-7:30pm   Exhibitors, Sponsors, NTW Benefactors & Chairman's
                   Circle Members Reception (America's Cup A, B, C & D)
 7:30pm-10pm     Chairman's Awards Dinner (Manchester B, C, E & F)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
 1:00pm-1:30pm   Exhibitors' Grand Prize Drawing (Manchester A & B,
                   Hyatt)
                 Exhibitors need not be present

MORE DATES AND TIMES

NDTA REGISTRATION DESK
Forum registration, event ticket purchase, transportation arrangements
and general assistance.
Anything you need!
Sept. 10 (Sat): Noon-5:00pm
Sept. 11 (Sun): 8:00am-5:00pm
Sept. 12 (Mon): 7:00am-4:00pm
Sept. 13 (Tues): 7:00am-4:00pm
Sept. 14 (Wed): 8:00am-10:00am

NDTA GUEST HOSPITALITY SUITE
Info on sightseeing, shopping and dining in San Diego! Or just stop by
to relax with friends.
Sept. 11 (Sun): 1:00am-4:00pm
Sept. 12 (Mon): 7:00am-4:00pm
Sept. 13 (Tues): 9:00am-4:00pm
Sept. 14 (Wed): 8:00am-10:00am

CHAIRMAN AWARDS DINNER SIGN UP
Stop by to turn in your seating reservation for the Chairman's Awards
Dinner on Tuesday night.
Sept. 12 (Mon): 9:45am-3:45pm
Sept. 13 (Tues): 8:00am-5:00pm

Don't Forget!

Stop by the QUALCOMM Internet Cafe.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS

Forum attendees will choose 2 sessions to attend per day

MONDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER

SESSION A

Securing the Intermodal Freight Systems

Moderator: Mr. Jeffrey K. Beatty Pres., TotalSecurity US

Securing the global supply chain is everyone's responsibility. Join this panel of experts to discuss the results of current initiative--TWIC, CSI, C-TPAT, SST, OSC, NII, VACIS--and find out what to expect.

SESSION B

Contingency Operations

Moderator: Brigadier General Paul J. Selva, USAF, Dir., Operations, J-3, USTRANSOM

Receive the information directly from logisticians supporting Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom and the Global War on Terror. Discuss the sourcing of forces, their deployment, and the rotation of forces to and from Iraq; sustainment operations and the roles of the distribution process owner; and the CENTCOM Deployment and Distribution Operation Center (CDDOC) and its impact on inter- and intra-theater synchronization. Finally, gain some insight on lessons learned from the recent rotations and their effect on planning for the future.

SESSION C

The Role of the Freight Forwarder in Support of the Warfighter

Moderator: Mr. Jeffery Tucker CEO, Tucker Company, Inc.

The freight forwarder is emerging as the critical "player" in getting cargo to the right place at the right time, especially into the operational theater where US-Flag carriers may not operate. Find out how to leverage this worldwide network of international carriers.

SESSION D

Report on the Defense Travel System--Technology & Issues

Moderator: Mr. G. R. Mobaraki Dir., Government Sales, The Hertz Corp.

Are you a DoD employee? Do you travel? Then find out how the Defense Travel System will change the way you book travel--airlines, rental car, lodging--and how you get paid for your expenses. Or, are you in the passenger/travel industry? Then you need to understand how DTS may influence travel-related selections of the DoD traveler, and the potential impact this system may have on your business. This is the session to discuss travel related technology and issues.

SESSION E

FY 06 Forecast

Moderator: MG Charles Fletcher Commander, SDDC

Find out what is on the business horizon for a variety of government agencies. Learn about plans for deployments, redeployments, retrograde for OIF, government forecasts of RFP's to be re-competed, and new RFP's expected to be released. Discover who the key points of contact are for doing business with the government. This session will get answers to your questions about business opportunities in FY 06.

TUESDAY, 13 SEPTEMBER

SESSION A

Ask the Leaders

Moderator: LTG Robert Dail Deputy Commander, USTRANSCOM

Pose your questions directly to the logistical leaders of the War on Terror and the Military Transformation of the Armed Forces. Get straight answers from the leaders, who are directing the transportation and distribution efforts in support of our troops around the world, while transforming how that support is provided. This is an opportunity for direct discussion with the logistics "decision makers."

SESSION B

Industry Trends--What to Expect in 2006

Moderator: Mr. Jeff Pundt Exec. VP, Specialized Freight Services, Landstar System, Inc.

Find out what the industry experts see in their crystal ball for 2006. More mergers in the airline industry? Will the "boom" continue for the trucking industry? Can the railroads compete with truckers for dependable, reliable on time deliveries? And, what can we expect in the Maritime industry with the move to the megacontainer ships?

SESSION C

Technology Advances in Supply Chain Management

Moderator: Mr. Rob Fitzgerald Exec. Dir., Defense Programs, Northrop Grumman Information Technology

Learn about the current and emerging technologies being used throughout the global supply chain. The status of the government's "mandate" to use RFID, advances in satellite tracking technology for "un-tethered" trailers, Optical Character Readers (OCR) for gate in-checks, smart containers, the joint inter-modal distribution system, the non ISO container, technologies required for sea basing, and industry processes and technology for commercial ITV/TAV (or, how industry provides ITV for commercial customers).

SESSION D

Young Leaders in Operation Iraqi Freedom

Moderator: Lieutenant Colonel Chris Croft, USA, Research Fellow, LMI Government Consulting

What is OIF like for the young leaders who are making it happen on the ground? See the operation through their eyes. Get the unvarnished view from the people who are accomplishing the mission every day.

SESSION E

Emerging Areas of Interest for Industry

Moderator: RADM Marc L. Purcell, USN Dir., Strategy, Plans, Policy, and Programs (J5), USTRANSCOM

Joint Regional Inventory Materiel Management (RIMM), DLA's Global Stock Positioning Strategy, Defense Transportation Coordination Initiative (DTCI) objectives, Defense Business Systems Management Committee (DBSMC), Distribution Process Owner Initiatives. Join us for a view of these initiatives from OSD, TRANSCOM, and DLA.

SESSION F

Making Transportation Security Intel Actionable

Moderator: Mr. Ted Rybeck, CEO, Benchmarking Partners

Addresses the Joint CONOPS for information sharing being developed by the DHS in conjunction with USTRANSCOM, NORTHCOM, CIA, FBI, law enforcement, the NCS and Homeland Security Council.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Mr. Joseph Carnes

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President, BAX Global Inc.

General Norton A. Schwartz, USAF

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Commander, USTRANSCOM

Mr. Ron Widdows

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CEO, APL Limited

AWARDS

NATIONAL DEFENSE LEADERSHIP AWARD

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General John W. Handy, Commander, USTRANSCOM and Commander, Air Mobility Command since 2001, is this year's recipient of the NDTA National Defense Leadership Award. Highlights of just a few of his accomplishments over a long and significant career follow.

As Commander, USTRANSCOM, General Handy directed the efforts of over 154,000 active military, civilian, Guard, and Reserve personnel, while teaming with numerous commercial partners to meet global mobility challenges. These include humanitarian assistance and disaster relief in support of Operations Noble Eagle, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.

Through General Handy's leadership, USTRANSCOM provided synchronized transportation, distribution and sustainment which enabled the United States to project and sustain national power around the world, with unprecedented speed, agility, precision, and efficiency. General Handy's outstanding performance led the Secretary of Defense to request his extension as Commander USTRANSCOM not once, but twice, each for an additional year, unprecedented among unified combatant commanders.

General Handy has strongly advocated best commercial logistics practices. He met often with senior leaders representing all segments of the supply chain industry, and adapted world-class commercial practices to best support the needs of the Warfighter.

In September 2003, the Secretary of Defense designated USTRANSCOM as the Department of Defense Distribution Process Owner (DPO), consolidating distribution authority under one entity and transforming our nation's deployment and distribution system. General Handy immediately developed Joint Deployment Distribution Operations Centers in each of the regional combatant commands to improve combat capability, save resources, streamline support, and instill greater confidence in the Defense distribution process. TRANSCOM has documented over $460 million in cost savings or cost avoidance resulting from DPO.

General Handy has been instrumental in formulating and championing national support for both the US Maritime and Aviation Industries. As the executive agent for the Civil Reserve Air Fleet and the Maritime Security Program, he stressed a close working relationship with industry, other branches of government, and Congress.

General Handy's performance, visionary leadership, and commitment to excellence make him a deserving recipient of the National Defense Transportation Association National Defense Leadership Award.

PREVIOUS NATIONAL DEFENSE LEADERSHIP AWARD RECIPIENTS

1992 GEN Colin Powell, USA

1995 LTG Kenneth R. Wykle, USA

1996 General Robert L. Rutherford, USAF

1998 General Walter Kross, USAF

2000 General Charles T. Robertson, Jr. USAF

The National Defense Leadership Award is presented at the discretion of the NDTA Board of Directors for singularly outstanding contributions, in a senior leadership role, in furthering national security issues.

NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION AWARD

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The NDTA National Transportation Award for 2005 is proudly presented to William D. Zollars in recognition of his visionary leadership, his exemplary contributions to the transportation and logistics industry, and his strong support of NDTA.

As Chairman, President and CEO of Yellow Roadway Corporation (YRC), Bill Zollars is leading an ongoing corporate transformation that has created an enterprise with more than 70,000 employees at more than 1,000 locations worldwide. The brands of YRC--Yellow Transportation, Roadway Express, USF, Reimer Express, New Penn Motor Express and Meridian IQ--are recognized as leading providers of global, national and regional transportation.

Under his watch, YRC has successfully acquired Roadway Corporation and USF Corporation, strategic moves that have fostered a strong and efficient transportation and distribution system in North America. Embracing the YRC core purpose, "Making global commerce work by connecting people, places and information," Bill was instrumental in the creation in 2002 of Meridian IQ, a global logistics management services provider. With a focus on continually improving its global service, he authorized the Meridian IQ acquisitions of GPS Logistics worldwide operations. Meridian IQ provides end-to-end global transportation and logistics solutions through its facilities in the United States, Europe, Latin America and Asia.

An extension of his commitment to making global commerce work, Bill Zollars spearheaded the formation of a China-based transportation joint venture with Jin Jiang Investment for ownership of JHJ, the second largest airfreight forwarder in China. JHJ was selected for the joint venture because of its ability to meet the needs of YRC customers while aiding YRC in its business development.

The prominence of his leadership position gives Mr. Zollars the opportunity to reach people both within and outside the industry--and he makes the most of those opportunities to educate and inform. Bill also lives the YRC core value, "Demonstrate Good Citizenship," he is an active member of the community. A board member for the Alliance of Greater Kansas City United Ways for three years, he accepted the challenge to lead the Kansas City area United Way in its 2005 campaign.

Bill Zollars is a champion for change--a dynamic leader who earns the respect of all those with whom he comes in contact. For his vision, his clarity, his consistency and his integrity, Bill Zollars is a true leader in transportation and global commerce. It is an honor for the NDTA to present him with the 2005 National Transportation Award.

PREVIOUS NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION AWARD RECIPIENTS

1951 Herman Lemp

1952 Igor Sikorsky

1953 William Francis Gibbs

1954 L. B. DeLong

1955 Charles H. Weaver

1956 Dr. Donald W. Douglas

1957 Donald J. Russell

1958 William T. Faricy

1959 Robert G. LeTourneau

1960 Stephen D. Bechtel

1961 Morris Forgash

1962 Sen. Warren G. Magnuson

1963 Congressman Warren Harris

1964 The Tulane University-Institute of Foreign Transp. and Port Operations

1965 Daniel J. Haughton

1966 Juan T. Trippe

1967 Frank A. Nemec

1968 Stuart T. Saunders

1969 Austin J. Tobin

1970 Thomas B. Crowley

1971 William M. Allen

1972 W. Thomas Rice

1973 Robert W. Prescott

1974 Welby M. Frantz

1975 Robert J. Pfeiffer

1976 Russell E. Garrett

1977 George F. Boyd

1978 W. T. Beebe

1979 Dr. George E. Mueller

1980 William T. Seawell

1981 Prime F. Osbom III

1982 W. James Amoss Jr.

1983 L. Stanley Crane

1984 Edwin L. Colodny

1985 Frederick Dunikoski

1986 John D. Kenefick

1987 Walter A. Abemathy

1988 Frederick W. Smith

1989 Larry R. Scott

1990 Ronald W. Drucker

1991 Lane Kirkland

1992 Ronald W. Allen

1993 Delford M. Smith

1994 James A. Hagen

1995 John F. McDonnell

1996 Jeffrey C. Crowe

1997 John P. Clancey

1998 Lockheed Martin Mission Systems

1999 Michael Sacco

2000 Tim Rhein

2001 Raymond P. Ebeling

2002 LTG Edward Honor, USA

2003 Savi Technology

2004 Leland B. Bishop, II

The National Transportation Award is presented annually to a Senior Executive of the Transportation Industry, other than an employee, representative or organization of the United States Government, who has made exemplary contributions to the transportation at large in support of national security.

DoD DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

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Vice Admiral David Brewer has distinguished himself through exceptional meritorious service as the Commander of the US Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) since August 30, 2001. His leadership and vision in a wartime environment and his support of National Defense Transportation Association objectives are worthy of recognition as the recipient of the 2005 DOD Distinguished Service Award.

During his tenure at MSC, Vice Admiral Brewer demonstrated extraordinary leadership and professional excellence in providing ocean transportation for the Department of Defense in support of national security objectives and the Defense Transportation System during the Global War on Terrorism. Beginning with hospital ship USNS Comfort sailing to New York City to provide relief to emergency workers at Ground Zero after September 11 and continuing through Operation Iraqi Freedom and the war to free the Iraqi people, Vice Adm. Brewer daily directed the efforts of more than 120 ships and their crews around the world. Under his guidance, MSC delivered the combat cargo needed by US war fighters in the Middle East for the largest cargo movement since World War II via a "Steel Bridge of Democracy"--virtually one ship every 72 nautical miles between the United States and the Middle East. Vice Admiral Brewer has also been a leader in Navy transformation efforts, aligning Military Sealift Command into a lean, efficient 21st century organization and improving service to customers. More recently, his guidance and direction led to MSC's outstanding support for relief efforts in Southwest Asia during Operation Unified Assistance following the devastating tsunami and subsequent earthquake.

Vice Admiral Brewer is the epitome of a Sailor's Sailor whose leadership and professionalism have contributed immeasurably to America's national security and humanitarian missions. It is with great pride and respect that he is now recognized with the 2005 NDTA DoD Distinguished Service Award.

PREVIOUS DoD DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS

1967 RADM Edward F. Metzger, USN

1968 COL William E. Burton, USA

1969 Mr. Roland L. Guyotte Jr. (MTMTS)

1970 Brig Gen Otis E. Winn, USAF

1971 CAPT Jack M. Park, SC, USN

1972 CPT Dennis L. Edwards, USA

1973 LTC Ray C. Glore, USA

1974 BG Garland A. Ludy, USA

1975 MG H. R. Del Mar, USA

1976 Lt Gen Maurice F. Casey, USAF

1977 Gen Paul K. Carlton, USAF

1978 COL John J. Kirchenstein, USA

1979 Maj Gen Charles C. Irions, USAF

1980 Honorable Paul H. Riley, DoD

1981 Gen Robert E. Huyser, USAF (Ret.)

1982 LTG Oren E. DeHaven, USA

1983 VADM Kent J. Carroll, USN (Ret.)

1984 Gen Thomas M. Ryan. Jr., USAF

1985 MG Harold I. Small, USA

1986 LTG Nathaniel R. Thompson, Jr., USA

1987 Maj Gen John E. Griffith, USAF

1988 LTG Edward Honor, USA

1989 Gen Duane H. Cassidy, USAF

1990 MG John R. Piatak, USA

1991 Gen Hansford T. Johnson, USAF

1992 GEN Jimmy D. Ross, USA

1993 LTG James D. Starling, USA

1994 Gen Ronald R. Fogleman, USAF

1995 Mary Lou McHugh, SES

1996 VADM Philip M. Ouast, USN

1997 LTG Hubert G. Smith, USA (Ret.)

1998 Mr. Frank Weber

1999 VADM James B. Perkins, III, USN

2000 Mr. William Lucas, SES

2001 LTG Daniel G. Brown, USA

2002 MG Kenneth Privratsky, USA

2003 VADM Gordon S. Holder, USN

2004 MG Ann Dunwoody, USA

The Department of Defense Distinguished Service Award is presented annually to a Senior Executive of the Department of Defense who has made outstanding contributions to NDTA programs and national security.

NDTA PRESIDENT'S SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

NDTA has a number of internal awards that recognize individual members who have excelled in fostering the goals and aims of NDTA.

These awards include: NDTA President's Special Achievement Award; International Junior Executive Leadership Award; NDTA Educator Distinguished Service Award; and NDTA Corporate Distinguished Service Award.

Maj Gen Carlos Pair, USAF

Chief of Staff, United States Transportation Command

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Major General Carlos (Butch) Pair, Chief of Staff, United States Transportation Command, provided exceptional support of our Nation's transportation and distribution communities and of the NDTA's vision. His support of the largest deployment and sustainment operation in modern history attests to his superb leadership, and he has also led in facilitating the transformation of USTRANSCOM into the DoD's Distribution Process Owner. He continually provides support to NDTA's Scott-St. Louis Chapter to and energizes other senior leaders within the command to do so, as well. His willingness to act as a spokesman in providing mentorship to young transportation and distribution workers on the benefits of their vocations sets the tone for ensuring enduring leadership of the NDTA ideals. He is certainly worthy of recognition through the president's special achievement award.

Mr. Dale Cozart

NDTA State Vice President, South Carolina

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Mr. Dale Cozart of the Charleston Chapter holds several positions that directly support and promote the NDTA. He has been the South Carolina State Vice President, NDTA since 1986, where he supports the Clemson and Charleston Chapters promoting NDTA programs. In 2003-2004, Dale led the Charleston Chapter TO WIN the membership drive and worked to develop programs responsible for taking the chapter from a Category I to a Category III chapter in a three-year period. He has served as chapter Vice President. Secretary, and Treasurer. He promotes the NDTA through local traffic clubs and logistics organizations, and is currently a member of the Board of Directors for the Charleston area National Transportation Week, Incorporated. His accomplishments reflect the very highest standards of the NDTA. He is richly deserving of the NDTA's President's Special Achievement Award.

MG Bennie E. Williams, USA

Commanding General, 21st Theater Support Command

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Major General Bennie Williams, commanding general, 21st theater support command, has been a great soldier and an outstanding supporter of NDTA for many years. during Operation Iraqi Freedom, he led in redefining the capabilities of the 21st TSC. The challenges have ranged from the simultaneous missions of fort to port and port to fort, to the deployment of almost 50 percent of the Command's soldiers downrange. In the midst of all this activity General Williams continued to support NDTA in Europe. Thanks in large measure to his efforts, NDTA is meeting the challenges to its very existence of massive deployments to operational theaters, major re-stationing of forces outside of Europe, and incredibly high operations tempo. Major General Bennie Williams is highly deserving of this recognition of his many contributions.

Mr. Kurt Lengert

NDTA Regional President, Europe

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Mr. Kurt Lengert has been a sparkplug in the NDTA European Region for almost twenty years, and has seen to it that NDTA remains a key player in the European transportation industry and with the US European Command. He served from 1986 to 1994 as Vice President of NDTA's Rheinland-Pfalz Chapter and from 1994 to 2000 as its President. In 1997, he became International Vice President of the NDTA European Region. He has been the guiding spirit of the biannual NDTA European Forum and Exposition and has kept it an enduring event on the calendar of the European logistics community. He became President, European Region in 2004 and has kept the region and its chapters viable in the face of the tremendous operations tempo and massive unit deployments. He is certainly deserving of the honor of receiving the NDTA President's Special Achievement Award.

INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP AWARDS

MILITARY CATEGORY

Lieutenant Brian Higgins, USAF

Charleston Chapter

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Lieutenant Brian Higgins has unselfishly devoted himself to the NDTA since joining the Charleston Chapter. He is Chairman of the local A-35 Committee and A-35 Southeast Regional Director. In addition to helping raise scholarship funds--$6,800 at the NDTA Forum in Milwaukee and $4,500 within his Chapter--Lt. Higgins is the event coordinator for community projects. Throughout the year, his team prepared and served 752 meals to the homeless, spearheaded projects in concert with local elementary schools and worked on Habitat for Humanity homes. His relentless recruiting efforts were instrumental to the Charleston Chapter winning the NDTA recruiting award.

In April 2004, Lt. Higgins successfully completed the Intermodal Transportation Professional Training Course at the College of Charleston; the Counter-Chemical Warfare Concept of Operations Course; and executive sessions in LEAN training to identify value-added versus non-value-added tasks in a process. He also graduated from the Aerial Port Operations Course at the Ft. Dix Air Mobility Warfare Center with a 95 percent average, receiving the Academic Excellence award.

Assigned to the 437th Aerial Port Squadron at Charleston AFB, Lt. Higgins implemented a base wide Outreach Program to help Unit Deployment Managers prepare for Mobility Exercises and Expeditionary Operational Readiness Inspections. He also directed the Squadron Readiness Program, deploying 475 Active Duty and Air Reserve Component troops for worldwide tasking. Lt. Higgins' leadership was pivotal in the 437th Aerial Port Squadron receiving "Outstanding" ratings for the annual Wing Staff Assistance Visit inspection and Logistics Standardization and Evaluation Process inspection. Lt. Higgins also processed 10 Aerial Port members in less than four hours for deployment to Dobbins AFB, to aid victims of Hurricane Charley.

Lt. Higgins' accomplishments reflect the very highest standards of the NDTA

CIVILIAN/GOVERNMENT CATEGORY

Ms. Heather Pound

Washington, DC Chapter

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Ms. Heather Pound is completely dedicated to serving the NDTA, its members and its programs. She is an outstanding young professional in the commercial transportation sector, and a corporate citizen active in her church and her community. As an NDTA A-35 member, Heather has volunteered at every opportunity eagerly taking the lead or assisting with activities. She was one of only a few selected to serve on the Headquarters A-35 Steering Committee.

At the national level, Heather has emerged as a leader, lending a fresh, visionary perspective. She has supported the development of Vision, Mission and Goals for the national committee.

As one of the core A-35 Chapter members, Heather served the 2005 Scholarship Auction fund-raiser to streamline the collection of auction items, coordinate food and beverages, and set up an audio-visual presentation to recognize corporate sponsors. As a direct result, the auction grossed almost $20,000 for the Chapter's A-35 Scholarship program. Heather also volunteers at the reception/registration table for all monthly luncheons and is an active participant in the Chapter's A-35 Professional Development program.

Heather Pound's professionalism as an office manager for Landstar's Government operations is no less impressive. She has earned the respect and trust of co-workers through her uncompromising integrity and openness. Heather excels at prioritizing, budgeting time for maximum efficiency, yet retaining flexibility to execute unanticipated tasks. She has organized her staff to lend efficiency to every operational aspect as well as setting a high priority on ensuring she is always available to assist. Heather is the brains behind the Government Office's budget submission. She gathers data for budget preparation and monitors spend rates and habits.

Heather Pound embodies all the qualities desired for the NDTA's prestigious International Junior Executive Leadership Award.

NDTA CORPORATE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS

American Roll-On Roll-Off Carriers

APL Limited

Baggett Transportation Company

Choice Hotels International

DHL

Dollar Rent A Car Systems, Inc.

FedEx

Landstar Systems, Inc.

Lockheed Martin

Maersk Line Limited

Midwest Airlines

National Air Cargo, Inc.

Northwest Airlines, Inc.

OAG Worldwide

P & O Nedlloyd

Panther II Transportation

R & R Tucking, Inc.

Roadway Express

SatoTravel

Southwest Airlines

SuperClubs

Thrifty Car Rental

Transportation Institute

UPS--Supply Chain Solutions

Yellow Transportation

NDTA DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS

Mr. Gary Akagi

San Diego Chapter

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Mr. Leonard W. Arbitter

San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

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Maj Jeff Babinski, USAF

Rheinland-Pfalz Chapter

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Mrs. Tricia Babinski

Rheinland-Pfalz Chapter

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Mr. Joseph Bonfiglio

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

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Mr. Steven Cubarney

Washington DC, Chapter

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Mr. David Curry

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

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Ms. Dora J. Elias

Cape Fear Chapter

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Lt. Col. Eddy Geudens

Benelux Chapter

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COL Thomas Harvey, USA

Aloha Chapter

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Ms. Nancy Houghton

San Joaquin Valley Chapter

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Mr. Charles Kohl

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

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Mr. Bernd Lieser

Rheinland-Pfalz Chapter

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COL Rodney Mallette, USA (Ret.)

Washington, DC Chapter

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Mr. Don Martin

Atlanta Chapter

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Ms. Jennifer L. Melton

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

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Susan Pearson

Puget Sound Chapter

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COL John C. Race, Jr., USA (Ret.)

Regimental Chapter

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CPT Hattie LaFay Richardson, USA

Washington, DC Chapter

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LCDR Gary Robertson, USN (Ret.)

San Diego Chapter

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Mr. Wout Schalk

Benelux Chapter

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MAJ Scott Shore, USAF

Washington, DC Chapter

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Mr. Thomas Skillman

Charleston Chapter

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CWO-3 Charles Snipes, USA (Ret.)

San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

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Mr. Fred Stribling

Charleston Chapter

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MSgt Michael Theriault, USAF, (Ret.)

Chesapeake Bay Chapter

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Mr. Charles Tillotson

San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

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Mr. Joeri Tielemans

Benelux Chapter

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Mrs. Katrin Toeppe

Rheinland-Pfalz Chapter

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Mr. James A. Videle

San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

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Ms. Jeanie Bell Winslow

Washington, DC Chapter

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NDTA EDUCATOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

After joining Auburn University in 1999, Professor Hanna immediately began the process of strengthening presence and influence of the Auburn NDTA Chapter, which has grown from 20 to 60-plus members. Under his guidance, monthly Chapter programs have created an atmosphere of professional curiosity and involvement within the student community towards logistics in general and transportation in particular. He has also helped the University's logistics program grow from 25 logistics graduates per year up to 90 per year. Of particular significance is the growth in scholarships seen during Professor Hanna's tenure. The Logistics Program annually awards approximately $4,000 to $5,000 in scholarships to undergraduate students, typically supporting 7-8 students (in amounts ranging from $500 to $1,500). Financial assist comes from NDTA Scholarship funds, and other industry-based groups and corporations.

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Professor Hanna has been involved in several initiatives, including an evaluation of the current status of transportation infrastructure in the Azores Islands and involvement in a government funded research project designed to examine Amtrak passenger rail service. The focus of the study was to assist government officials in examining current practices and developing and implementing specific strategies to enhance asset utilization, increase passenger usage levels, and enhance service and revenue levels. He has also been instrumental in developing and implementing a supply chain management concentration within Auburn's MBA program, and was awarded the Auburn College of Business' MBA Teacher of the Year for Elective Courses (2004-2005). His contributions to the achievement of the purposes and objectives of the NDTA are significant and should be recognized with the NDTA Educator Distinguished Award.

NDTA SCHOLARSHIP AWARD WINNERS

Program A Tiffany Clark -- U. of Maryland * Evan Hoberman -- U. of Maryland * Lloyd Hocking -- U. of Maryland * Stephanie Jarrett -- U. of Maryland Anna Kroupnik -- U. of Maryland * Pemikar Lusananon -- U. of Maryland * Dan Marks -- U. of Maryland * Tiffany Pruitt -- Auburn U.

Program B Rebecca Anderson -- Auburn U. * Amber Ruby Bialas -- U. of Virginia * Daniel W. Brady -- Duncanville High School * Aaron Alexander Buckley -- California State U. * Ashley T. Crutches -- Union Grove High School * Christopher-John Zachary Etzel -- Bishop Ireton High School Catoya Hale -- Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School * Ryan Dale Gore -- Waccamaw Academy * Jessica Jarrell -- Christopher Newport U. Leah M. Hampson -- U. of Washington * Patrick J. Kenney -- Jamestown High School * Joshua Gerald King -- Oklahoma Baptist U. Daphne Pruitt -- Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School * Lindsay Ofstad -- California State U. * Ebony C. Taylor -- Rutgers U. Edward Weeks -- Clemson U. * Lee R. Wilson -- Southwest Baptist U. * Benjamin T. Zargen -- Grove City College

INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The International Chapter of the Year Award was initiated in 1977 to recognize chapters which have excelled in: fostering the goals and objectives of NDTA; promoting an understanding of the importance of transportation to the security of the Nation; participating in community service programs; developing quality educational programs for the chapter membership; and providing for chapter growth through effective membership recruiting and retention programs.

Category I

(less than 100 members)

SAN DIEGO CHAPTER

The San Diego Chapter distinguished itself throughout 2005 with impressive membership growth, leading to an upgrade in Chapter status from "Category I" to "Category II". It was a total team effort, and the momentum continues! The Chapter is now completely revitalized and has an impressive meeting program, aggressive membership recruiting programs and active membership participation. The San Diego Chapter is taking the lead on sharing news of its meetings throughout Northern and Southern California, as well as supporting other regional Chapters. The San Diego Chapter has been innovative in its marketing and promotional approaches, ranging from personal meetings with senior military leaders, utilizing meeting notices in local newspapers, hosting the first statewide Chapter Presidents Meeting and leveraging email distribution to both potential and active members for spreading the word. Just as important, the San Diego Chapter was instrumental in supporting NDTA headquarters in preparing for an exciting and professional Annual Forum for 2005.

Category II

(100-200 members)

SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER

The San Antonio Chapter of the National Defense Transportation Association is recognized for outstanding achievement in meeting the goals of the Chapter and of the National Defense Transportation Association. The Chapter aggressively promoted the spirit and mission of NDTA by coordinating a Mayoral Proclamation that established Transportation Week in San Antonio. The Proclamation emphasizes the importance of transportation in the economy that has made the City one of the premier logistics hubs in the Southwest. Through aggressive membership drives, the Chapter signed on a significant number of new members. Membership involvement in Chapter activities, particularly that of the A-35s, was truly admirable. The San Antonio Chapter enriched community relations by providing scholarships and educational support for deserving students, collecting and donating toiletries, clothing, toys and other items to the San Antonio Children's Shelter, and volunteering their time to sort and box nine tons of consumables for the San Antonio Food Bank--saving the food bank almost $25,000 in labor costs. The San Antonio Chapter membership has made long lasting and significant contributions towards furthering the objectives and goals of the National Defense Transportation Association and has truly earned the prestigious award of International Chapter of the Year.

Category III

(over 200 members)

WASHINGTON, DC CHAPTER

The NDTA's Washington DC Chapter is proud of its truly fantastic accomplishments in 2004/2005. The Chapter improved standards that are already phenomenal for professional programs and member networking opportunities; community participation and A-35 events; generating scholarship funds; introducing new technology into Chapter management and operations; attaining a record membership level; and perhaps most importantly, personal and professional support of combat wounded service members. Focused on results, the Chapter's success was fueled by very proactive board members who dedicated countless hours of their own time. Mr. Clark Hall, a Vice-President with Landstar, took over as president in June 2004. His vision and leadership has taken the Chapter to new heights. The following is a synopsis of last year's milestones:

* Awarded $15,000 in scholarships

* Grew the Chapter membership to 1,303 members

* Cultivated two Emergency Preparedness relationships with American Red Cross and D Cares

* Improved the A-35 Professional Development Program--held four sessions

* Continued and expanded the Edward Honor Mentor-Protege Program

* Executed Operation Enduring Spirit, to aid wounded Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom war veterans obtain civilian employment

* Continued the initiative to move the Chapter towards "network-centricity" in Marketing, Communications, Financial Management and Acknowledgement of outstanding members

* Hosted the National Transportation Day black-tie reception in conjunction with NTW

* Set records for member participation in community support for Arlington Food Assistance Center

* Strengthened new member reception committee to welcome all new members

* Held two well attended scholarship fund raising events--golf tournament and auction

* Hosted seven luncheons with high ranking government/industry speakers--with record attendance

* Routinely partnered with the Chesapeake Chapter in a "mentor-protege" type relationship

The DC Chapter took the charge to implement the NDTA 10-Year Strategic Plan seriously using the Vision to guide the course of action over the past year. The DC Chapter is most proud of creating professional opportunities that focus on topics and issues that ensure an economically and secure United States, and that showcase its devotion to investing in the growth and education of younger members, and future transportation/logistics leaders.

INTERNATIONAL A-35 CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The International A-35 Chapter of the Year Award was instituted in the continuing endeavor to involve young people in the varied programs of the NDTA, and recognize those Chapters which make significant contributions to the furtherance of this goal.

Category I

(less than 100 members)

CHESAPEAKE BAY CHAPTER (ANDREWS AFB)

The Chesapeake Bay Chapter defines the hard work and objectives of the NDTA. The Chapter increased its membership over 400 percent in just its first year with intense recruiting of all services assigned on or near Andrews Air Force Base. In addition to incorporating all services within the membership, the Chapter has doubled the civilian and corporate sector to 15 members. At its meetings, the Chapter opens discussions on both military and civilian transportation issues to benefit all participants. The Chapter also has the largest proportions of any Chapter's A-35 membership with over 45 percent under the age of 35. The highlight for young members was a presentation made by Colonel Gail Halvorsen, USAF (Ret.), when he briefed members on World War II and Berlin Airlift hurdles he endured.

Representing NDTA within the greater community, the Chapter assisted at the Joint Service Open House (JSOH) air show, hosted three Transportation Security Administration Operations Center tours and an annual golf tournament, and joined Washington DC Chapter's annual scholarship auction.

Based on these accomplishments, the Chesapeake Bay Chapter is more than deserving of this award as the Category I International A-35 International Chapter of the Year.

Category II

(100-200 members)

SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER

The San Antonio Chapter is recognized for outstanding achievement in meeting the goals of the Chapter and the National Association. The San Antonio Chapter A-35s eagerly arranged and coordinated many Chapter events and were enthusiastically involved in other aspects of the Association. Several have been elected as officers and to the Board of Directors, and have chaired and served on various committees. The San Antonio Chapter A-35s aggressively promoted the spirit and mission of the NDTA by taking charge and arranging a Mayoral Proclamation that established Transportation Week in San Antonio.

The A-35s direct role in planning and organizing events helped to enrich community relations. The Chapter provided scholarships and educational support for deserving students, collecting and donating toiletries, clothing, toys and other items to the San Antonio Children's Shelter and through volunteering their time to sort and box nine tons of consumables for the San Antonio Food Bank--saving almost $25,000 in labor costs. Thanks to the A-35s, the San Antonio Chapter has made long-lasting and significant contributions to furthering the objectives and goals of the NDTA. The San Antonio Chapter is extremely proud of its A-35 members.

Category III

(over 200 members)

WASHINGTON, DC CHAPTER

This year saw improvement of an already outstanding A-35 program, one grounded in mentoring and developing young members to actively assume greater responsibilities and roles in this great organization, in the community and in the A-35 member's profession.

With several A-35 members serving on the DC Chapter Board, A-35 members are actively engaged in every aspect of business and programs. Lieutenant Colonel John Fasching, USA, led the A-35 Committee as Chairman in 2003-2004 and turned responsibilities over to Steven Cubarney as the program Chair for 2004-2005. Mr Cubarney also runs the Professional Development Program, participated in the food bagging program and serves on the A-35 National Committee. Major Scott Shore took over the reigns of the Chapter's very successful Mentor-Protege Program and helped grow the program to include 15 proteges. Mr. Adam Yearwood, with OSD, served as 1st Vice-President and chaired the Membership Committee. Captain LaFay Richarson, USA, served on the National Transportation Week (NTW) Reception team and as an Auction committee member. Mr. Greg Diven chaired the Chapter's Reception Committee, ensuring that all new members were warmly welcomed. Ms. Melanie Elsea and Ms. Heather Pound from Landstar stepped up big this year by leading Auction Sub-committees, managing several luncheon registrations and participating on the A-35 National Committee.

A-35 members came together to execute a first rate scholarship auction. They set a new attendance record, and matched the $20,000 raised in funds last year. Proceeds resulted in a record-tying amount of $15,000 available for scholarships; remaining funds went to support professional development programs. This is by far the greatest investment in America's future.

Steven Cubarney took over the A-35 Professional Development Program, initiated by Wynne Kerby last year, and continued efforts to expand transportation career awareness, to establish a dialogue between A-35 members and industry leaders and to afford A-35ers with great networking opportunities.

Additionally, Washington DC Chapter A-35 members were again instrumental in planning, organizing and operating the National Headquarters' A-35 exhibition booth at the NDTA Forum, and volunteered to help execute the DoT and NDTA NTW Conference and Exposition. Several A-35 members also continued to participate in the Chapter's community service program.

Washington DC Chapter A-35 members embody the true spirit of "Action" in Action-35.

NDTA MILITARY UNITS AWARDS

Since 1966, NDTA has annually honored units of the military services that have performed outstanding service in transportation or a related field. These units are selected by each of the Services, and receive the NDTA Military Units Award at the Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition.

Army

Active Duty Category

508th Transportation Company Fort Eustis, Virginia

The mission of the 508th Transportation Company is to continuously provide direct logistical support for the United States Army Transportation Center and School to ensure maximum support to the Fort Eustis community. The unit ensures soldier readiness, provides command and control, and provides direct logistical and administrative support.

The 508th Transportation Company had an incredibly busy year for 2004, supporting the Transportation School in their mission to properly train the Soldiers required for deployment as well as providing support to deployed units by accepting all rear detachment taskings.

The largest mission the 508th Transportation Company supported in 2004 was the Manassas Run Exercise for the Transportation Officer Basic Course (TOBC). This week long culminating field exercise is a critical training exercise for new Transportation Lieutenants, and the unit supported this effort in an outstanding manner. The 508th Transportation Company supported all seven Manassas Run Exercises for 2004 and utilized over 350 pieces of equipment, committed over 540 personnel, and drove over 1.2 million accident free miles supporting these seven missions.

Other missions conducted by the 508th Transportation Company included mounted land navigation classes, vehicle orientation and Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services training, loading, blocking and bracing classes for rail training, weapons range support, and Movement Tracking System training. All of this training was conducted in a superb manner with accolades from all who were in contact with the unit.

Army

Reserve Component Category

705th Transportation Company (POL)

The mission of the 705th Transportation Company (POL) is to mobilize and deploy to any theater of operation in order to provide transportation support and service for bulk petroleum products to US Armed Forces and their allies in a variety of operational environments, ranging from war to domestic support operations. The unit has the capability to provide 900,000 gallons local haul, or 450,000 gallons in line haul operations; will mobilize and deploy to an area of operation to provide line haul bulk petroleum products in support of the Corps while operating 24 hours a day in a tactical field or mount environment in the theater, corps and division areas.

The 705th Transportation Company (POL) deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, served as a theater and corps asset and was the primary POL combatant war fighting organization from LSA Dogwood, Al Karmah to LSA Anaconda in addition to the Baghdad International Airport. While deployed, the unit hauled a record 25.1 millions gallons of fuel, drove 1.7 million accident free miles, successfully completed 266 missions, survived 38 ambushes with zero sustained fatalities and maintained an operational readiness rate of 85 percent throughout their rotation.

The men and women of the 705th Transportation Company (POL) can take pride in their many outstanding achievements. As true citizen soldiers, their dedication to duty and commitment to excellence serve as an inspiration to others.

Marines

Active Duty Category

Company A, 2nd Transportation Support Battalion

Company A, 2nd Transportation Support Battalion has excelled in the area of motor transport operations and battlefield distribution during combat operations in Kuwait and Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Two days after departing Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, the 248 Marines of Company A immediately began conducting throughput operations in Kuwait of all Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF), Group, and Combat Service Support Element (CSSE) equipment from the Port of Ash Shuaiba to Camp Victory.

The Landing Support Detachment of Company A departed Kuwait enroute to Al Asad airfield in northern Iraq were they conducted arrival and departure airfield control group (A/DACG) operations. The Company split into three serials, each with approximately 80 vehicles, including attachments from other units. The movement took three days, covered 450 miles, and was completed without serious incident.

Following a comprehensive turnover with the US Army's Delta Company, 782d Main Support Battalion, Company A began conducting convoys to almost a dozen locations and running airfield operations from their new home at Camp Taqaddum. The Landing Support Detachment rejoined Company A upon their establishment at Camp Taqaddum after flawlessly running both Al Asad and Camp Taqaddum airfields simultaneously for two weeks.

The Marines and Sailors of Company A demonstrated their effectiveness throughout the deployment by conducting 181 convoys to various locations in central and western Iraq spanning over 700,000 miles, and moving over 15,000 tons of cargo. The A/DACG facilitated the throughput of 3,500 pallets, 30,000 personnel, and 51 pieces of rolling stock. The heavy equipment Marines operated 5,000 incident free hours at multiple locations at Camp Taqaddum. The maintenance detachment provided 'second to none' support to the Company, and constantly kept the readiness above 90 percent. All of these accomplishments occurred over a seven-month period, without experiencing a single casualty despite repeated attacks by insurgent forces.

Marines

Reserve Component Category

6th Motor Transport Battalion

During 2004, the Reserve Marines of 6th Motor Transport Battalion were once again called upon to support Operation Iraq Freedom. Activating over 250 Marines from seven dispersed geographical locations in June 2004, the unit quickly organized, integrated and trained as a cohesive team. Providing the nucleus of a General Support Motor Transport Company, the Marines of 6th Motor Transport Battalion, deployed with active force units from 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton CA to Iraq in August 2004. Major highlights during the unit's seven-month deployment to Iraq included successfully completing over 400 tactical convoys under extremely dangerous conditions. These convoys traveled more than three million miles carrying over seven million short tons of supplies and equipment. The 6th Motor Transport Battalion was a key player in the build up of "Iron Mountain" prior to the attack on Fallujah. These 30-day stockpiles of supplies were critical in ensuring the offensive would not be interrupted. Additionally, Marines of 6th Motor Transport were directly responsible for the dangerous mission of delivering all the voting supplies/election materials to the polling stations in the Sunni triangle, which provided a base for the Iraqi people to conduct free elections and begin the democratic process. In late September 2004, over 140 Marines began the predeployment notification and training to ensure that Marines were fully prepared for combat operations. Due to the training, experience and the mettle of the Marines, 6th Motor Transport Battalion was able to accomplish all its assigned missions with distinction.

Navy

Active Duty Category

Naval Regional Contracting Center Singapore

The men and women of the Naval Regional Contracting Center Singapore (NRCC) have distinguished themselves through continuous exceptional service by executing multiple tasks vital to national interests in the Asia-Pacific region. Their dedicated efforts ensured the flawless support of simultaneous real-world operations, in addition to various exercises and regular ship visits. On two occasions, NRCC executed round-the-clock support for the Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief (HA/DR) efforts in the Philippines and the recent tsunami operations. Responding efficiently to short-fuse requirements, NRCC concurrently executed and followed through to successfully accomplish a wide range of missions stretching over 52 million square miles of sea space in Asia and the Pacific, often in very turbulent and unpredictable regions. NRCC played a major role in logistics support of: Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, Unified Assistance, Maritime Interdiction Operations in the South China Seas, and the ongoing global war in terrorism; 14 multilateral and bilateral exercises in the Asia-Pacific region annually which were the primary coalition builder between the US, Australia, ASEAN and South Asian countries, and regarded a Pacific Fleet's regional engagement model; Increased logistics readiness and sustainability to the highest levels by maximizing and optimizing ashore re-supply and underway replenishments for five Carrier Strike Groups (CSGs), six Expeditious Strike Groups (ESGs) and four Surface Action Groups (SAGs) transiting through the Straits of Malacca; Foward deployed US and allied forces in Diego Garcia; Forward presence that contributed to stability in this region, vital to US interests and facilitating improved Asia-Pacific and American relations.

Supporting Americans half a world away from CONUS, NRCC made the quality of life of over 200,000 US and coalition forces conducive to successful, sustainable mission accomplishments.

Navy

Reserve Component Category

Naval Expeditionary Logistics Support Force, Forward

The Naval Expeditionary Logistics Force, Forward consists of 1,000 Naval Reserve Cargo Handlers recalled to active duty from eight Naval Expeditionary Logistics Force battalions, organized into two Groups of 500, and deployed to US Central Command--Kuwait and Iraq.

This forward deployed unit was integrated immediately into US Army Theater Transportation command (143 TRANSCOM Forward) under Coalition Forces Land Component Commander and US Marine Corps, 3rd Marine Air Wing, tactical control.

The joint logistics operators of the Naval Expeditionary Logistics Force, Forward supported the deployment and redeployment of approximately 350,000 United States and Coalition forces in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), including the largest military logistics evolution since World War II, the OIF II rotation surge.

Providing combat capability through logistics, Naval Expeditionary Logistics Force, Forward safely and efficiently loaded and unloaded over one hundred Military Sealift Command cargo vessels at Ash Shuaiba Port, Kuwait, the OIF Seaport of Debarkation and Embarkation. The unit handled over 72,000 pieces of military equipment and cargo containers, including all of OIF's ammunition in 2004.

The Force's "go to" stevedores managed the Ash Shuaiba Port's multiple marshalling yards in an expanse of over one hundred acres. They guided, inventoried, and dispatched 406,000 military items through the yards.

The Naval Expeditionary Logistics Force, Forward also expedited and handled thousands of tons of high value US Marine Corps air cargo throughout Iraq.

Air Force

Active Duty Category

The 732d Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron

The 732d Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron (ELRS) was established on 2 March 2004 at Balad Air Base, Iraq, as a subordinate unit of the 732d Expeditionary Mission Support Group, 332d Air Expeditionary Wing. The 732d ELRS provides operational (OPCON) and administrative control (ADCON) of Air Force logistics detachments that fall under the tactical control (TACON) of the US Army. The 732d ELRS consists of up to three light/medium gun truck detachments and a fuels detachment.

The light/medium gun truck detachments--Det 494, Det 1058, and Det 2632--provided combat logistics patrols throughout Iraq. While Det 2632 is collocated at Balad AB/Logistics Support Area Anaconda, Det 494 and Det 1058 were geographically separated; Det 494 operating in northern Iraq at Logistics Support Area Diamondback and Det 1058 based out of Forward Operating Base Speicher.

Combat Airmen assigned to these detachments during Operation Iraqi Freedom II achieved great success in completing a multitude of missions supporting the United States Army. In the first-ever of its kind mission for the United States Air Force, the detachments provided convoy security to over 40,500 vehicles on nearly 2,500 combat logistics patrols covering over two million miles on the world's most dangerous roads. The brave men and women of these detachments forged on despite being bombarded by 459 attacks from small arms fire, improvised explosive devices (IED), rocket-propelled grenades and vehicle-borne IEDs (VBIED). Unarguably the most decorated group of Airmen today, they amassed a combined total of 97 Bronze Star Medals, four Meritorious Service Medals, 703 Army Commendation Medals, 50 Army Achievement Medals, and 61 Purple Hearts. Their heroism and sacrifice were instrumental for OIF.

Air Force

Reserve Component Category

The 67th Aerial Port Squadron

The 67th Aerial Port Squadron (APS) achievements for 2004, exceeding 56,701 cargo aircraft serviced for inbound/outbound missions, the processing of over 476,842 passengers and handling over 326,845 tons of cargo, exemplifies the spirit of volunteerism in its global support of Operations Enduring/Iraqi Freedom and Counter-Narco Terrorism Operations. The unit also activated 50 personnel who were deployed to Baghdad International Airport, Balad AB, and Tallil AB, Iraq, Bagram AB, Afghanistan and Manas AB, Kyrgyzstan. Personnel redeployed to Charleston AFB, SC, in support of enormous high paced operations. They performed a Phase II Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) that resulted in a "Superior" rating, making it possible for deployed members, in support of Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) taskings, to accomplish ORI operations along with 50 members already there, rather than over tasking limited home station personnel. The 50 activated members were again redeployed, to Rhein Main AB, Germany. At home station six volunteers deployed to Al Udeid AB, Qatar in support of AEF 7/8. They superbly expedited the movement of 1.5 tons of life saving blood and plasma for missions to high casualty zones within the CENTAF AOR. All the while, members continued to graduate with honors from the Joint Inspector Instructor Course (JIIC), enabling the 67th APS to conduct critical Joint Inspector training at home station. Despite AEF taskings and partial unit activation, training initiatives facilitated completion of 91 schools, 21 mandatory Career Development Courses (CDCs) and 15 Professional Military Education (PME) courses. The unit also supported family members by organizing an Easter egg hunt for their children, and by ensuring that all questions and concerns were answered, coordinating with volunteers and resolving issues without cost to the families. The Squadron raised over $4,000 for a terminally ill squadron member. And, they managed a booth at the Base Air Show with sales over $17,500, and $611 in proceeds for special occasion gifts, like birthdays and anniversaries for deployed members and their families.

Coast Guard

Active Duty Category

Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point Oahu, Hawaii

Operating from the Central Pacific hub of Oahu, Hawaii, Air Station Barbers Point (ASBP) provided mission-critical transportation support to international, federal, state, and local agencies throughout the Pacific Rim in 2004. With a squadron of four C-130s, ASBP surpassed all expectations executing search and rescue, humanitarian, law enforcement, homeland security, and national defense missions. In the aftermath of the worst natural disaster in recorded human history, Barbers Point lead the Coast Guard Tsunami Relief Task Force in providing immediate delivery of humanitarian assistance and 230K lbs. of disaster relief supplies throughout a 26-day deployment to the most affected regions of Southeast Asia. Also, following in the wake of three devastating super typhoons, ASBP airlifted the initial delivery of medical and food supplies from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to the remote islands of American Samoa, the Northern Marianas Island Chain, and Yap in the South Pacific. The pinnacle of those was the execution of a life saving medical drop to the remote Ulithi Atoll. Within the Hawaiian Islands, ASBP was called to perform several medical evacuations of injured endangered Monk seals in conjunction with NOAA fisheries specialists. ASBP airlifted essential vehicles, equipment, and personnel during large-scale exercises with the Hawaii National Guard's 93rd Civil Support Team to reduce the threat from weapons of mass destruction. Logging over 3,200 flight hours and carrying over 280 tons of cargo, Air Station Barbers Point has demonstrated itself as the premier provider of immediate response and logistical support for all Coast Guard missions throughout the Pacific.

INSTRUCTORS OF THE YEAR

U.S. MARINE CORPS

NAVY

SSgt Alexander Chumpitaz

Advanced Maintenance Instructional Section Marine Corps Service Support Schools Camp Lejeune, NC

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SSgt Jeffrey L. Gibson, USMC

Marine Corps Detachment U.S. Army Transportation School Ft. Eustis, VA

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SGT Randy C. Jaekel, USMC

Motor Transport Instruction Company Marine Corps Detachment Fort Leonard Wood, MO

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LT Frederick Higgs

Naval Supply Corps School Athens, GA

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SDDC EXCELLENCE IN TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AWARDS

BG Charles Fletcher, USA

Commanding General SDDC

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Army

Mrs. Vicky Joseph

Chief, Freight Documentation Operations Fort Hood, Texas

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Navy

Mr. Peter Pappalardo, Jr.

Supervisory Marine Cargo Specialist Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

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Marine Corps

Gunnery Sergeant JayMichael Auwae

Operations Chief Camp S.D. Butler

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Air Force

Staff Sergeant Raja Beckles

Traffic Management Craftsman Luke Air Force Base

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Coast Guard

Mr. E. "AI" Cabais

Transportation Officer Integrated Support Command

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DLA

Mr. Andres Avila

Traffic Management Specialist Defense Energy Support Center

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AAFES

Mr. Danne L. Raborn

Logistics Operation Manager Giessen Distribution Center

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NDTA MEMBERSHIP RECRUITING CONTEST WINNERS

Chapters: Category I -- Cape Fear * Category II -- San Antonio * Category

III -- Washingon, DC

Individuals: Top Overall and A-35 -- MSgt John Hopple, Jr. -- ITA Honshu Chapter

DUNKiNG FOR DUCKS

with CorTrans at NDTA's Forum and Expo in San Diego

One of the most anticipated events at the annual National Defense Transportation Association Forum and Exposition is the duck competition held to raise money for the NDTA Scholarship Program. Duck's are "adopted", for a nominal sum, and then coaxed across a finish line to win fabulous prizes for their "owners". The idea came to life in 1996 when the Forum took place in Orlando. At that time, the race was supposed to be held in a natural lake in Disney World but a freak thunderstorm and high winds interrupted the game plan blowing the ducks the wrong way, and in some cases, right out of the water. The most unusual duck "race" was staged in Kansas City. With no water in sight, the three-story atrium lobby became the perfect launching spot for a duck drop. Ducks landing closest to the target claimed victory.

Details of San Diego's official duck race have not yet been released; however additional "duck entertainment" has been added to the 2005 Forum line-up, compliments of CorTrans Logis-tics, LLC, NDTA Chairman's Circle Member. CorTrans will sponsor DUNK for DUCKS, a dunking booth that will be stationed outside the Douglas Exhibition Pavilion by Truck #6 on the Exhibit map. Some brave souls have agreed to take a dunk for the benefit of NDTA's scholarship program:

Mr. Earl Boyanton

Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense

Mr. Bill Cortez, President & CEO CorTrans Logistics, LLC

MG Charles Fletcher, Jr.

Commanding General, SDDC

LTG Kenneth R. Wykle, USA (Ret.), President NDTA and

Mrs. Patricia Young, SES, Deputy to the Commander, SDDC

Forum attendees can purchase three throws for $10 and the chance to send these and others who volunteer into the water. Each winning shot will receive a duck race ticket to enter in the Grand Duck Competition that will take place at the end of the Forum. Lots of prizes are in store, like a one-week's stay at a Super Club all-inclusive resort and roundtrip tickets compliments of US Airways offered as 1st Prize. As in years past, 100 percent of all profits from duck-related activities will go to the NDTA Scholarship Fund to assist students in the pursuit of knowledge. Prize winners do not have to be present to claim their prize.

"We're proud to again be a part of this year's scholarship efforts", says Cortez. "And to sweeten the dunking deal, CorTrans will match the money that is raised during the dunking booth--dollar for dollar!" Last year in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, duck sales amounted to $5,325! Cortez has also challenged others to make a similar match. Mr. Richard Brown, Senior Vice President of UPS-Supply Chain Solutions was the first to take on that challenge.

If your company would like to participate in DUNKING for DUCKS by matching contributions, please contact: Bill Cortez at (678) 969-9529. DUNKING for DUCKS will be in operation on September 12th (Monday) and September 13th (Tuesday) during exhibition hours.

Visit NDTA's Forum web page at www.ndtahq.com/forum.htm to find out what else is waiting for you in San Diego. You can register to attend the Forum, reserve a hotel room, or even purchase ducks on-line. Remember, the more ducks you have, the better your chances are for winning! Plus, you will be contributing to a very worthy cause--our future leaders in the transportation industry.

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