a. ADVANCED CO-LOADING NETWORK LLC, a non-vessel operating common
   carrier, has posted a Surety Bond in the amount of $75,000.00
   with the Federal Maritime Commission as required the Shipping
   Act of 1984, as amended.  The Surety Bond, issued by the Company
   named below, guarantees the payment of any judgment for damages
   arising from the Carrier's transportation-related activities
   and any order for reparations or penalties assessed under the
   Shipping Act of 1984, as amended.
     
     BOND No.:  612419372
     ISSUED BY: United States Fire Insurance Company
                (A DE CORPORATION)
                305 Madison Avenue
                Morristown, NJ 07962
     
b. ADVANCED CO-LOADING NETWORK LLC, being a corporation incorporated
   under the laws of the State of New Jersey, is domiciled in the
   United States and, therefore, the appointment of a Resident
   Agent is not required by law or regulation.