No. H096/05
For release May 5, 2005
HELMUT LANZINER WINS MARINE SAFETY AWARD
OTTAWA — Transport Canada’s 2005 Marine Safety Award was presented today to Mr. Helmut Lanziner of North Vancouver, British Columbia, for his extensive work in marine research and development. Mr. Lanziner received the annual award, which recognizes outstanding contributions to Canadian maritime safety, at the biannual meeting of the Canadian Marine Advisory Council.
"Mr. Lanziner’s dedication to marine research and development makes him a true pioneer in the field. His efforts to improve marine safety have greatly benefited the Canadian marine industry," said Minister Lapierre. "Transport Canada is pleased to formally recognize Mr. Lanziner’s accomplishments with this award."
Mr. Lanziner is a forerunner in side-scan sonar and underwater acoustic techniques. His work involved the development of instrumentation for numerous applications in the petroleum exploration field. His greatest single achievement has been in the development and production of electronic chart systems which, when combined with radar, are highly effective in preventing maritime collisions. With his diverse maritime background, Mr. Lanziner played an important role in advancing charting systems from the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s. Continually striving for greater accuracy and more user-friendly systems, he has often incorporated feedback from mariners into future system developments. Today, the electronic chart system is a viable tool used extensively aboard ships to enhance the safety of mariners at sea.
The Canadian Marine Advisory Council is a consultative body that represents parties with a recognized interest in shipping, navigation and marine pollution prevention. The council is chaired by Transport Canada and meets twice a year to examine marine issues.
The Transport Canada Marine Safety Award was established in 1997 to stimulate an awareness of marine safety in Canada and to recognize persons, groups, companies, organizations, agencies or departments that have contributed, in an exceptional way, to this objective.
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Transport Canada
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(613) 993-0055
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