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TOTE Maritime Committed to Relief and Recovery Efforts in Puerto Rico

[ October 18, 2017   //   ]

TOTE Maritime is working around the clock to ensure that relief and recovery supplies are available to the people of Puerto Rico. On September 27, the company reported that TOTE Maritime and sister company Tropical had discharged three vessels. As of September 26, more than 2750 FEUS of cargo, including ice, water, fuel, generators and canned/dried food, will have arrived at the Port all intended to assist with the short and long term needs of the island.

TOTE Maritime is working directly with the American Red Cross and FEMA as well as various local churches and smaller local organizations to prioritize the most critical items.  In addition, TOTE is coordinating with these organizations and the island to ensure future sailings contain key items for the communities of Puerto Rico.

“We are committed to playing a central role in supporting Puerto Rico during this time and ensuring that all Puerto Ricans have access to basic necessities such as clean water and food as the relief and recovery efforts begin” noted Tim Nolan, President of TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico. “Our ships have significant capacity and we want to use our resources to support the island. Just one ship can carry the same amount of goods as nearly 2000 passenger planes – and we want to make sure every shipment, every ton, every container counts and helps the people of Puerto Rico.”

 

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