MACDONNELL places for people
MacDonnell is a firm of professionals who create exceptional places for people to live, learn, work and play. Specializing in Innovative Engineering, Management Consulting, Maritime Security Training and Risk Management. MacDonnell takes an interdisciplinary approach to projects, inspired by its belief that people are what matter.
CPE CERTIFIED PORT EXECUTIVE ™ PROGRAM
The only program of it's kind in North America is a making a difference in the management and competitiveness of North American ports. The CPE Certified Port Executive Program gives participants the tools and knowledge to make their organization more competitive.
ADOPTING INNOVATIVE IDEAS
Whether it is research and development, the introduction of new design in civil engineering, Structural Health Monitoring, Corrosion Free Bridge Decks, or the design of bridges, ports and civil infrastructure, the expertise and services we have to offer come from our highly qualified people, our extensive list of successful projects, and an unparalleled commitment to our clients.
RISK MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
MacDonnell Security Risk Management provides a wide range of comprehensive Security Solutions to ensure you remain compliant with MTSR/DFSR Regulations. We combine extensive risk management knowledge and industry operational experience to assist you with identifying and managing your risks while maintaining efficiency.
PORT, SHIP & FERRY MARITIME SECURITY TRAINING
MacDonnell provides training and risk management solutions to meet the needs of our clients from coast to coast. Cost-effective and timely training programs which help you meet the objective of remaining abreast of regulatory changes, best practices in the industry, and changing technology and security requirements.
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Philadelphia Hosts Port Management Program
June 5, 2012 -4:00 pm Eastern -Philadelphia – In an industry as dynamic and competitive as the maritime seaport industry, how do you ensure you have the most effective workforce? Recruit, retrain, and retain. Ports around the world must recruit, retrain, and retain management personnel to allow marine transportation systems to remain competitive. And given the vital link seaports play in the global supply chain, it is crucial that our North American ports stay competitive. Training and professional development opportunities are important tools for business executives in managing sustainable and competitive operations in the maritime and port industry. The seaport industry has significant training for compliance with security regulations, but the industry was lacking an all-encompassing solution for port management executives. MacDonnell Group, of Halifax, Nova Scotia, is offering the CPE Certified Port Executiveä Program to fill the training gap. “The CPE Certified Port Executive™ Program is a program designed to enhance the skill sets of port executives,” said Capt. Jeff Monroe, who is the program designer and instructor. “We needed to offer a program for executives that built on their experience and allowed both senior and up-and-coming personnel to enhance their management capabilities,” said Monroe. “This program is designed with an intensive focus on port management and development from the executive’s view point.” MacDonnell Group is committed to improving the competitiveness and sustainability of North American ports, and has been encouraging training and information sharing in the maritime and port industry since 2004. MacDonnell Group has trained more than 10,000 port employees throughout North America in maritime and port security, and hosts annual conferences to provide a gathering space and forum for sharing best practices in operations. The CPE Certified Port Executiveä Program creates a new learning pathway for professionals in the port world. Course topics include an overview of the worldwide intermodal transportation system; port and terminal operations; cargo management; safety and security; emergency planning and response; public and media relations; environmental management; and strategic, master, and business planning. Ralston MacDonnell, CEO of MacDonnell Group, indicates that the interest in the program to date has been strong. “The CPE Certified Port Executiveä Program is an example of how leading maritime organizations are investing in education and training. In less than two years the program has attracted over 100 participants from port authorities, terminal operators, labour organizations, first nations and the Coast Guard; all of whom are deeply interested in the competitiveness of our ports”. This week’s program takes place in Philadelphia June 4-8, and participants from as far away as Prince Rupert, British Columbia and Knoxville, TN are attending to expand their port management skills and knowledge. The graduates will become part of a rapidly growing alumnus that is making a difference in the competitiveness of North American ports. Future sessions in 2012 are planned for Miami and Vancouver. About MacDonnell Group www.macdonnell.com
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