We have worked with the pilotage authority and the B.C. Coast Pilots in identifying some alternative anchorage locations. When we worked with the community stakeholders in looking at the existing anchorages, we realized that some of the anchorages that are currently in place won't meet the demands for the future growth of the industry. We had identified a number of anchorages in other locations, but we were told that there really is no process in place for establishing new anchorages at this time.
Unfortunately, when vessels cannot obtain an anchorage, yes, they spend time drifting offshore waiting to be called in. We estimate that the GHG impact of those vessels offshore is three times more than what it would be if a vessel was sitting in an anchorage.