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The Port of Seattle launched an
extensive program this year aimed at registering newer, cleaner drayage
trucks that access its container terminals. Beginning January 1,
all drayage trucks must adhere to new Clean Truck Program Guidelines to
enter Port of Seattle Cargo Terminals.
So far, nearly all trucks have the
required "Green Gateway" sticker, and terminals have not had
any unusual back-ups, or longer lines. Port staff were available
on site for any last minute registrations.
The program was designed to support
the goals of the Northwest Ports Clean Air Strategy, which aims to
lower emissions from all sectors of maritime operations. So far,
over 5,929 trucks and over 1,100 trucking companies/truck owners are
registered in the Drayage Truck Registry (DTR).
Registration is still available, and
can be done online or in
person at the Port of Seattle's Drayage Truck Registry office located
at the Terminal 5 CFS Building, 3443 West Marginal Way SW. Hours
are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Ample parking is available.
Drayage trucks with engines older
than model-year 1994 may be eligible for a $5,000 incentive through the
ScRAPS Program (Scrappage and Retrofits for Air in Puget Sound) which
continues until the end of January. For more information,
contact: Cascade Sierra Solutions, 200 SW Michigan Street,
Seattle, WA 98108, 206-988-8893. Since the program began in 2009,
269 trucks have been scrapped.
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