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About The Marine Board
The Marine Board of the National Research Council (NRC) became part of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) on April 1, 1999. The Marine Board was previously part of the NRC's Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems (CETS). The affiliation with TRB enables the Marine Board to expand existing activities and develop new activities that encourage discussion and examination of maritime transportation, marine research, policy issues, and technology developments in a broader context. As part of TRB, the Marine Board both enhances and is supported by TRB's standing committees, particularly those involved with ports and channels, inland water transport, planning, and the environment. The Marine Board coordinates and works closely with other NRC boards in areas of mutual interest.
Formed in 1965, the Marine Board is an internationally recognized source of expertise on maritime transportation and marine engineering and technology. In response to requests from sponsoring agencies or on its own initiative, the Marine Board serves the national interest by providing evaluations and advice concerning the ability of the nation's marine and maritime industries to operate safely and efficiently and in an environmentally responsible manner. The Marine Board identifies research needs and provides a forum for exchange of information relating to new technologies, laws and regulations, economics, the environment, and other issues affecting the marine transportation system, port operations, coastal engineering, and marine governance.
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