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Serving the US East and Gulf Coasts
Ship Agents and Brokers
Baltimore
“your HOST on the waterfront since 1923”
pollutant that a body of water can
receive and still meet water quality
standards.
The 2,000 trees will consist of a
variety of types such as evergreen,
oak and pine. There will also be native
species and high-quality deciduous
trees.
The MPA will conduct a five-year
monitoring plan to ensure survivability
of the trees and will work to control
invasive species to ensure that the site
regenerates as a viable native habitat.
“We’re looking for opportunities to
do some additional tree reforestation at
other locations,” Richardson said.
ISO 14001
Recertification
Achieved by MPA
T
he Maryland Port Administration
(MPA) is once again recognized
for its environmental management
system (EMS).
For its ongoing efforts, the MPA
had a successful “recertification” audit
of its Environmental Management
System, ISO 14001. This means that
the MPA meets the global standard
for environmental management that
recognizes a commitment to compliance
with regulations and continued
improvement in environmental
practices.
The five-day independent audit
was completed in April and no
nonconformities were noted. The MPA’s
“Certificate of Registration” is in effect
until May 26, 2017.
To obtain ISO certification back in
2011, the MPA developed and imple-
mented an Environmental Management
System that controls and continually
improves the environmental impact of its
activities. The EMS ensures compliance
with regulations, fosters environmental
stewardship and establishes manage-
ment procedures for regular audits and
improvement plans.
