Translog articles from January 2005

Translog archives from January 2005

Commander looks to future at AUSA winter symposium.(Association of the United States Army)(Charles Fletcher on hot seat)(Interview)
January 1, 2005... Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command commander Brig. Gen. Charles Fletcher spoke Feb. 17 at the Association of the United States Army's Winter Symposium in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The panel discussion, "Equipping and...

Warrior's corner.(Surface Deployment and Distribution Command )
January 1, 2005... Surface Warriors, As always, I take pleasure in every opportunity that I can to address the members, families, and friends of our great team. As we close the chapter of the thrills and chills of 2004, we are glad to arrive in 2005. I welcome...

SDDC mourns loss of Command Affairs Director.(Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)(John R. Randt)(Obituary)(Cover Story)
January 1, 2005... Members of the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command were saddened by the death of the Command Affairs director, John R. Randt on Dec. 14, 2004. He was 59. Randt was born in Alexandria and raised in Euclid, Ohio. He...

In celebration of John Randt.(Surface Deployment and Distribution Command official)(Obituary)
January 1, 2005... John Randt was my best friend. He was the big brother I never had. He was strong physically, tough mentally, honest, loyal and steadfast. A great companion, kind to all he met, calm and comfortable. John lived many lives and lived them well. He...

Transportation Group members support tsunami relief efforts.
January 1, 2005... The global structure of the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command was in full force as team members from the 599th Transportation Group and 595th Transportation Group (Provisional) joined together Jan. 4 to 20 in support of...

Team Beaumont kicks-off OIF III with massive deployment.
January 1, 2005... The 842nd Transportation Battalion kicked-off its support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III with the arrival and loading of Capes Knox, Race and Rise and the USNS Yano into Port Beaumont during the last two weeks of October. The movement of...

Technology and teamwork move the Marines: MOTSU loads out II Marine Expeditionary Force.(Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point )
January 1, 2005... Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point personnel, Army reservists, Marines, and employees of the North Carolina State Ports Authority worked together as a team to stage, document and load Marine Corps equipment and cargo for deployment to western...

New SDDC task force pioneers end-to-end distribution solutions.(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... A new specialty transportation unit has adopted an end-to-end focus that promises better service to deploying units, combatant commanders and transporters alike. The Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command's Task Force Marne...

MOTSU moves ahead! New equipment supports more efficient cargo handling at Sunny Point.(Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point )
January 1, 2005... New equipment procured at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point is expected to save money and improve the container throughput capability in the terminal. The purchase of the new container and material handling equipment was based on a 2003...

Texas ports gain new support unit.
January 1, 2005... After serving two years at the Port of Corpus Christi and Port of Beaumont in Texas, the 1192nd Transportation Terminal Brigade, New Orleans, La., headed home and the 1395th Transportation Terminal Brigade, Fort Lawton, Wash. took over the...

Lessons will shape future unit training.(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command )
January 1, 2005... Leaders from Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command units are drawing on their experiences in current operations to help mold training for the future. Active and reserve members from around the globe met with the command's...

Joint work environment offer training venue for new transportation specialist.(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command )
January 1, 2005... What are vessel operations?--Seems like an easy enough question for the seasoned Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command member. But, as a new member, vessel operations are much more--they're a vital part of on-the-job...

Augmentation at ports is part of formula for success.(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... Large deployments of military cargo through seaports are a reality for the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command. Augmentees' assisting battalions in the field have been essential ingredients in the recipe for success. The...

1174th TTB returns from Kuwait.(Transportation Terminal Battalion)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Nearly 60 Soldiers were welcomed home Feb. 1, 2005 at Anderson Field House, Fort Eustis, Va., after serving in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom for one year. The Soldiers are part of the 1174th Transportation Terminal Battalion, a...

New unit begins managing containers.
January 1, 2005... Moving supplies to Soldiers in a theater of war is a daunting task. However, managing the movement of thousands of containers that carry those supplies can be an even bigger job. A Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command unit...

What I did on my winter vacation.(military logistics, Kuwait)
January 1, 2005... "Got any special plans for the holidays?" "Live in a warehouse with 50 other guys in the middle of a desert with terrorists not too far away, eat industrial food three times a day, and work 72 hours a week including Saturdays and Sundays....

Changes for the SDDC community in Holland.(relocation)(Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... After a time of uncertainty there is light on the horizon for the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command personnel working for the 598th Transportation Terminal Group and 838th Transportation Battalion, both located in Capelle aan...

598th commanders conference held in Holland.
January 1, 2005... Setting out a structure for the future was the common goal that brought together battalion and company commanders, terminal managers and additional 598th Transportation Terminal Group staff for a three-day conference in Capelle aan den IJssel,...

SDDC's new deputy to the commander on board.(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)(appointment)
January 1, 2005... The Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command welcomed its newest Senior Executive Service member. Patricia M. Young, Deputy to the Commander, SDDC, began her tour on Feb. 7. She is responsible for facilitating continuous...

SDDC's newest general officer will assume operations duties.(appointment)(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... A newly promoted Army reservist will soon become the acting deputy commander and director of operations for the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command. Brig. Gen. Maynard "Sandy" Sanders will take on the new role at the...

SDDC bids farewell to outgoing deputy to the commander.(retirement)(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... The Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command's Senior Executive Service member and Deputy to the Commander retired at a ceremony held in Alexandria, Va., January 27, 2005. Mr. William Lucas retired after serving 28 years with...

Smarter solutions avoid harder work: saving time, cost: SDDC capitalizes on process improvement via the high seas.(Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, Integrated Computerized Deployment System)
January 1, 2005... The Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command capitalizes on intelligent computer agents to aid in planning massive cargo deployments and is sending this technology out to sea to further streamline the Department of Defense's...

SDDC--Pacific Personal Property, Passenger: Workshop attendees focus 'Eyes to the Future'.(Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... The focus of this year's Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command's Personal Property Office-Pacific Training Workshop was "Families First- Eyes to the Future." More than 250 transportation professionals gathered at the Ala...

Group commander and multi-functional team observes Valdez ammunition mission.
January 1, 2005... Twice yearly, the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command helps rotate ammunition into and out of Alaska for U.S. forces stationed there. The rationale is simple; ammunition must move while the weather is good, or the winter will...

Projected Alaskan military growth spurs fact finding mission.
January 1, 2005... In zero degree temperatures, before the sun comes out, a dockworker puts on his cold weather "mustang suit" and trudges out to the work site. It's a traditional routine in the Alaskan winter, but this is no ordinary worker: Col. Ace Chen has...

Academic institutions are viable source to recruit employees: Student Educational Employment Program pay$--off for SDDC.
January 1, 2005... They're young, they're excited about working and they're making a positive difference as students employed by the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command through the Student Educational Employment Program. Temporary and...

599th captain garners SDDC Junior Officer of the Year award.(Surface Deployment and Distribution Command)
January 1, 2005... Captain Julia Bell is not only the best captain in the 599th Transportation Group, she is the top junior officer in the 595th Transportation Group (Provisional)," according to Col. Thomas A. Harvey, 599th Transportation Group and 595th...

One of the most popular ceremonies to celebrate the New Year is the traditional Japanese practice of mochitsuki (mochi pounding).
January 1, 2005... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: One of the most popular ceremonies to celebrate the New Year is the traditional Japanese practice of mochitsuki (mochi pounding). In Japan, sweet rice paste called mochi is made in recognition of special...

Dear Editor.(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... Dear Editor: I work for the USDA Forest Service in Knoxville Tennessee. Recently a question arose on rental car rates. We have no documentation on the rates set so I searched the internet for the information I needed. I didn't find the...