GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

Tidewater was founded in 1932, and has evolved into a multi-commodity transportation and terminal company serving the diverse and evolving transportation needs of the Pacific Northwest, Canada, and beyond.

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The people of Tidewater respect the privilege of operating on the waterways of the Pacific Northwest. Together we accept responsibility for adhering to these guiding principles:

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• We will maintain safe operations which meet or exceed all regulatory and industry established standards.

• We will operate in a manner which protects our communities, our environment, and our customers.

• We will strive to maintain a leadership position within our industry through constant innovation and improvement.

• We will earn the trust and respect of our customers and our communities by maintaining the highest levels of service, professionalism, ethics, and integrity.

• We will achieve excellence by accepting responsibility and accountability for the actions of ourselves and our co-workers, while fostering a working environment of growth, encouragement, and respect.

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We at Tidewater are proud of our heritage, and we are committed to operating in a manner that enhances the livability of the Pacific Northwest for future generations.