They had not maintained their bag house, which keeps particulate matter from escaping from their stacks. They also had materials stored not under roof, which was a violation of the regulations for aluminum dross.

P.P.COM should have protected every pre-paid or fixed-price customer with a firm contract from a supplier. No one in the industry should be allowed to put its customers' welfare at risk by speculating on oil prices.

This marine terminal plays an important role in the area?s vibrant and diverse economy and will continue to do so.