N.C. ports promote Bennett

N.C. ports promote Bennett William C. Bennett, has been named to fill the new position of director of emergency preparedness and environmental affairs at the North Carolina State Ports Authority.
   His role in emergency preparedness will encompass port security and safety, as well as securing outside funding for these programs. He will also work with local, state and federal government agencies.
   He will be responsible for developing and implementing an environmental sustainability plan to address energy and water conservation practices, environmentally friendly procurement and contracting procedures, recycling, air quality, training and public outreach.
   Bennett joined the port authority in 2002, and had a 27-year career with the U.S. Coast Guard.