The Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System measures winds, tides,
currents and salinity in the San Francisco and Suisun Bays. Free updates,
taken every six minutes, are accessible by phone at 707-642-4337 or
on the internet at www.sfmx.org.
Transponders aboard vessels coupled with computer software allow users
to graphically view vessels and their associated information within
Bay waters. Future enhancements and development point to the system
becoming a fixture locally and globally.
To coordinate the safe and efficient transit of vessels in San Francisco
Bay in an effort to prevent accidents and the associated loss of life
and damage to property and the environment. We execute our mission by
MONITORING vessels movements, INFORMING mariners of other vessels and
potential hazards, RECOMMENDING courses of action when we see a situation
that the mariner may not have seen, and DIRECTING the outcome of situations
when necessary to prevent disasters.
Acting on behalf of the State of California, the Marine Exchange monitors
compliance with escort regulations, records vessel movements, tests
tug boats, and receives and files escort checklists.
Updating the harbor safety plan, fine-tuning the tanker escort regulations
are primary responsibilities. Additional efforts target bridge management,
facilities, pilotage, ports, and the full range of harbor concerns.
The mission of this Area Maritime Security Committee is to help coordinate
planning, information sharing, and other necessary activities to aide
the security of the Marine Transportation System.
Local chapter of national effort to enhance American competitivenes
and infrastructure.
Industry representatives join together to increase efficiency.
Complete support includes database management, desktop publishing,
copying and mailing, membership and meeting coordination, bookkeeping
and billing services.
