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Value Delivered This Quarter – Alaska Chadux̂ Network

ACN’s activities this quarter reflect a continued focus on reducing risk, strengthening readiness, and delivering operational value across Alaska:

  • Real-world response validation through multiple spill incidents, strengthening coordination, mobilization, and field execution.
  • Proactive risk reduction through monitoring of 1028 vessel transits and identification of 92 vessels of interest, enabling early intervention.
  • Enhanced response capability through targeted investments in equipment, training, and infrastructure.
  • System-wide alignment through industry engagement and leadership of the Western Alaska Tanker Lightering Best Practices supporting 160+ communities.
  • Expanded influence through direct engagement with state leadership, regulators, and national forums shaping spill response policy and expectations.


Result: Improved preparedness, reduced operational risk, and continued delivery of a high-value prevention and response capability for vessels, facilities, and communities across Alaska.

Winter marina with boats tied to a snow-covered dock and an orange safety barrier floating on icy water, backdrop of snow-capped mountains under a blue sky.
Supported the recovery of a sunken vessel in Whittier Alaska March 2026

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Buddy Custard
Buddy Custard is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Alaska Chadux Network (ACN). He possess extensive knowledge and expertise working maritime operations from both the public and private sectors, including serving with the U.S. Coast Guard for over 30 years attaining the rank of Captain and as a senior manager for an oil exploration and production company operating in the U.S. Arctic Outer Continental Shelf for over 3 years.