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Charging Forward to Zero Emissions: Port of Hueneme Unveils Second STAX Emissions Capture & Control Barge
The vital international trade gateway strengthens its path to becoming the nation's first zero-emissions port through its partnership with STAX Engineering, an innovator in sustainable maritime technology. PORT HUENEME, Calif., July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Port of Hueneme celebrated another milestone in maritime sustainability this week with the unveiling of its second STAX Engineering emissions capture and control barge at a press conference held on-port Wednesday, July 16. Just eight barges operate in all of California, with the Port of Hueneme operating two–one at each terminal. The arrival of the second barge, known as STAX 6, underscores the Port's commitment to sustainability and further positions the Port as a national leader in clean air operations and zero emissions infrastructure. 'We have always been a community-serving port. The port that farmers built. We take that responsibility very seriously,' explained Jess Ramirez, President, Oxnard Harbor District Board of Commissioners. 'That's why we continue to lead with innovation as we invest in solutions like these that bring real and tangible benefits." STAX Engineering's technology is unmatched in maritime emissions control. Its patented mobile emissions capture technology attaches to vessels without requiring retrofits. Connecting directly to a vessel's exhaust pipe, the exhaust is funneled into a barge-based purification system, where pollutants are removed—capturing 99% of particulate matter (PM) and 95% of nitrogen oxides (NOx)—before being released as a purified gas. This is especially important for operating ports like Hueneme, which borders several residential communities. 'The arrival of STAX 6 means we now serve every commercial terminal at the Port. It's a major milestone not just for us, but for clean air progress at ports everywhere,' said Mike Walker, CEO of STAX Engineering. 'We're not just helping partners meet regulations. We're building toward a zero-emissions future by integrating best-in-class carbon capture into the most comprehensive emissions control system on the market.' The Port's partnership with STAX Engineering and investment in this technology are two of many steps Hueneme is taking on a strategic ZE2030 roadmap that will keep it on the path to become the nation's first zero-emissions port by the end of the decade. 'Commerce and sustainability can go together, and we're proving it at the Port of Hueneme. Our collective efforts will protect the Port's role as a vital economic engine and safeguard community health at the same time,' said Kristin Decas, CEO, Port of Hueneme. Media outlets in attendance, including KYET and KCLU, gathered interviews from STAX, Port leaders, elected officials, and clean air advocates before taking advantage of the rare opportunity to board a STAX barge. The event also showcased the Port's overall ZE30 roadmap, which features shoreside power, air quality management, and fleet electrification in addition to decarbonization. Download Media Assets: STAXeventMEDIA Media Contact: Zach Baliva - Public Information Officer & Director of Communications - PoH zbaliva@ | 805-616-6881 About STAX Engineering: STAX Engineering is a leading maritime emissions capture and control company cleaning up the air around the world's most congested ports. STAX's patented, flexible exhaust capture system is designed to fit all ships without modification. Once the exhaust is captured and funneled into the STAX system, it is filtered. STAX removes 99% of particulate matter (PM) and 95% of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) before being released as purified gas. To date, STAX has treated at-berth vessels for more than 23,700 hours, capturing 181 tons of pollutants —and counting. In 2024, STAX was named a winner of Fast Company's Next Big Things in Tech, recognizing its innovative contributions to emissions reduction and cleaner air solutions. Learn more at About the Port of Hueneme: The Port of Hueneme is one of the most productive and efficient commercial trade gateways for niche cargo on the West Coast. Five locally elected Port Commissioners govern the Port, which consistently ranks among the top ten US ports for automobiles and fresh produce. Port operations support the community by bringing $2.8 billion in economic activity and creating 24,997 trade-related jobs. Trade through the Port of Hueneme generates more than $236 million in direct and related state and local taxes, which fund vital community services. In 2017, the Port of Hueneme became the first port in California to become Green Marine certified and was voted the Greenest Port in the U.S. at the Green Shipping Summit. in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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04-07-2025
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Oxnard police warn of danger after seizing 1,200 pounds of fireworks
Oxnard police seized an unusually large haul of 1,200 pounds of illegal fireworks in late June ahead of the Fourth of July holiday after finding them in a pickup truck parked on a street in nearby Port Hueneme, officers said. Officers said they were told June 27 the sales were occurring in north Oxnard and located the truck a day later in the 700 block of Bryce Canyon Avenue, northeast of the Navy base in Port Hueneme. The vehicle was unoccupied, but police found the fireworks when they searched it, according to a news release issued July 3 by the Oxnard Police Department. Officers said the vehicle was towed and the fireworks stored at a secure location, plus a suspect was identified in the ongoing investigation. All fireworks are illegal in Oxnard, but calls to dispatchers last year numbered more than 850 in the month leading up to July 4, officials said. An additional 304 calls, emails and messages were received on the department's fireworks tip lines. Police said that on the July 4 holiday alone last year, they received 340 fireworks disturbance calls during the eight-hour time frame between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m. Police issued 56 fireworks citations last year, including 31 on July 4. During firework enforcement efforts leading up to the holiday, a little over 1,900 pounds of fireworks was seized from businesses and residents. Fireworks are a "significant nuisance" to most residents of Oxnard and they can be "extremely dangerous" with a risk of significant injuries, the news release said. The agency said the fireworks land on rooftops and cause fires. They also lead to distress for pets and many people, particularly those with post-traumatic stess syndrome, police said. Individuals caught using or possessing fireworks are subject to fines of $250 to $1,000. To report fireworks activity in progress, call the Oxnard Police Department's non-emergency number at 805-385-7740. This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: Police find 1,200 pounds of illegal fireworks in Port Hueneme spot
