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< Back WMG’s RADMAN™ and MegaShield™ Deployed at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility Sep 30, 2025 It’s a privilege to support the U.S. Navy in repairing, maintaining, and modernizing its fleet. WMG is proud to announce that its RADMAN™ and MegaShield™ software platforms have been successfully deployed at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF). RADMAN™ has been previously approved by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). RADMAN™ supports the characterization, classification, and shipment of radioactive materials and waste, while MegaShield™ provides shielding analysis, dose rate modeling, packaging configuration, and transport planning. Together, these tools help facilities streamline compliance, improve traceability, and strengthen radioactive materials and waste management practices. This deployment at PHNSY & IMF provides a model that can facilitate adoption of RADMAN™ and MegaShield™ at other shipyards supporting the Navy’s mission to repair, maintain, and modernize its fleet. PHNSY & IMF is the latest example of WMG software being deployed at a facility requiring proven provenance in radioactive waste management software, consistent with WMG’s RADMAN™ and MegaShield™ software use across the U.S. commercial nuclear power sector, including 92 of 94 operating nuclear plants, all active decommissioning projects, and the West Valley Department of Energy (DOE) site. For over 40 years, WMG has been the commercial nuclear industry standard in delivering field-tested and industry-trusted software solutions that help both government and commercial users achieve safe, compliant, and efficient radioactive materials and waste management. RADMAN™ and MegaShield™ are supported by WMG’s established QA program and comprehensive Verification and Validation (V&V) processes, aligned with NQA-1 and industry regulatory standards. RADMAN™, which has been approved by the NRC, continues to be the software of choice for commercial nuclear plants. With its deployment at PHNSY & IMF, RADMAN™ and MegaShield™ are now supporting radioactive materials and waste management at one of four public shipyards. Previous Next

< Back Infrastructure Upgrades Oct 12, 2022 Striving for Continuous Improvement As cybersecurity threats evolve, and in an effort to continuously improve performance and capabilities, we routinely evaluate and upgrade the environment that powers RADMAN™, FME Guardian™, REACh™ and all of our other software products. In late October, we will be migrating all services, websites, and databases to new equipment. The new servers will increase processor core/thread density, increase SSD-RAID storage pools, update operating systems, and add support for stronger, FIPS Compliant encryption as recommended by NIST-800 Rev2. An approximately four-hour window will be planned during off-hours for the transition period. We do not expect any disruption of service, and certainly do not expect the transition to take that long; however, for planning purposes, please note the migration timeframe that will be communicated. This upgrade significantly adds to our backup and recovery capability, quadrupling our total backup pool, allowing years of hourly backups before storage capacity becomes a concern. In addition, new, more powerful processing servers allow us to move more of the intensive functions of RADMAN™, and the planned Reporting Portal into the cloud for better performance and faster calculations. The added performance, storage, monitoring and security capabilities of the new infrastructure will allow us to focus on building a strong platform for RADMAN™ 10 and all of our future software products. Once we have completed the coordination and scheduling, a detailed notification will be distributed to all RADMAN ™ Users. Previous Next

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Addendum The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has published an addendum to the 65th edition of the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). Find out what this means for you here! The International Air Transport Association (IATA) published an addendum to the 65th edition of the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) on April 30, 2024. Users of the IATA DGR are asked to note the amendments and corrections contained in this addendum effective January 01, 2024. Updates to the IATA DGR include a correction to State Variation RAG-01 (Argentina) in Section 2.8.2; adding 3 new Operators 5J (Cebu Pacific), B0 (La Compagnie), & HC (One Air) in Section 2.8.3; updates to Operator Variations 8V (Astral Aviation), AF (Air France), CI (China Airlines), CM (Copa Airlines–Cargo), FX (Federal Express), FZ (flydubai), JL (Japan Airlines), KQ (Kenya Airways), P5 (Aero Republica), QR (Qatar Airways), RO (TAROM Romanian Air Transport), TK (Turkish Airlines), UL (Srilankan Airlines), & WY (Oman Air) in Section 2.8.4; a revision to a reference within Section 8.3.4 (Additional Documentation) for organic peroxides and self-reactive substances requiring an approval; replacing the image for Figure 10.8.G (Shipper’s Declaration Completion – Example 5) replacing “GA-68” with “Ga-68” & overpack TI “0.5” with “0.2” on the example image; amending Competent Authorities in Appendix D for Angola (AO), Bermuda (BM), & Estonia (EST); amending IATA CBTA Centre – Providers in Appendix F.4 for Brazil, Finland, France, Hong Kong, Thailand, & United States; and amending IATA CBTA Centre – Excellence in Appendix F.5 for Philippines. Main things to note if you are using Federal Express (FedEx), they removed “All fissile materials are prohibited for transport internationally.” in operator variation FX-03, and added “When a shipment (or consignment) consists of more than one outer package or overpack, one additional black and white copy of the Shipper’s Declaration must be affixed by the shipper to each additional outer package or overpack in the shipment.” in operator variation FX-08. Please download this addendum to the 65th Edition for more detailed information on all these amendments and corrections on the IATA Dangerous Goods Documentation webpage: https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/download/ “This article is presented for informational purposes only. Any opinions expressed represent the professional opinion of WMG, Inc. and its employees and have not been evaluated or approved by regulators. Readers are responsible for performing an independent evaluation and interpretation of any rules or regulations discussed herein.” Previous Next

< Back WMG Welcomes New Employees Sep 26, 2025 We're excited to announce the newest members of the WMG Family! Please join us in wishing them a warm welcome to the team! We're thrilled to announce our newest addition to the WMG Family! Joining us are: Jason Tuite - Business Operations and Software Analyst Christos Markakis - Software Developer Jason will strengthen our business operations by optimizing workflows and supporting our software analysis efforts, ensuring that our tools continue to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Christos will enhance our development team by bringing innovative coding solutions and technical expertise that will help advance our software capabilities. We’re confident that their contributions will drive our success and help us achieve new heights. Welcome to the team! Previous Next

< Back WMG, Inc. Receives US/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) Approval Feb 20, 2026 WMG, Inc. is proud to announce that it has been officially approved under the United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP), administered by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). WMG, Inc. is proud to announce that it has been officially approved under the United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP), administered by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The JCP approval confirms that WMG meets all eligibility requirements to request and receive restricted technical drawings, specifications, and defense-related documentation in accordance with U.S. and Canadian regulations. WMG has more than 46 years of experience serving both commercial and government nuclear programs - including utilities and Department of Energy projects - WMG is honored to support the United States military and our allies in their mission. WMG continues to expand its capabilities across the nuclear engineering, transportation safety, radiological detection, and regulatory compliance sectors. The addition of JCP certification further reinforces our company’s commitment to innovation, compliance, and excellence in highly regulated environments. Previous Next

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PHMSA Quarterly Newsletter Are you getting the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA's) quarterly newsletter? April - June 2025 Introducing New Leadership PHMSA is pleased to welcome Mr. Ben Kochman as Deputy Administrator and current Acting Administrator. Ben joins us from the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), where he served as Director of Pipeline Safety Policy. In this role, he led efforts to advocate for effective federal safety policy on behalf of the interstate natural gas pipeline and storage industry. This appointment marks a return for Mr. Kochman, who held executive level appointed positions within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) previously, including serving as PHMSA’s Director of Governmental, International, and Public Affairs. In that role, he served as the lead executive representing the Agency before Congress, the media, and stakeholder groups. Mr. Kochman also served as a Senior Congressional Affairs Officer on behalf of former Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao, where he acted as a liaison with Congress for a variety of issues, including assisting with outreach for PHMSA. Learn more about Mr. Kochman here . Deputy Administrator Kochman is committed to President Trump’s goal of alleviating unnecessary regulatory burdens while maintaining our safe transportation system. Share your input with us today! Also returning to PHMSA is Keith Coyle, who has been appointed to PHMSA’s leadership team as our new Chief Counsel. Before joining PHMSA, Mr. Coyle was a Shareholder in the Washington, D.C. office of Babst Calland, where he focused on matters involving energy and natural resources, including the regulation of pipelines and transportation of hazardous materials. Previously, Mr. Coyle served as Legislative Counsel for former U.S. Representative Kevin Brady (R-TX), who was then the Vice Chairman of the Joint Economic Committee and a Subcommittee Chairman on the Ways and Means Committee, and was an Attorney Advisor for PHMSA between 2008–2012. See Mr. Coyle’s full bio, here . New to the team, but no stranger to PHMSA, Emily Wong joins as the Director of Governmental, International, and Public Affairs for PHMSA. Prior to joining PHMSA, Ms. Wong was Director of Federal Relations at the American Petroleum Institute (API), where she advocated on environmental and midstream segment issues, including legislation and regulations impacting pipelines and the transportation of hazardous materials, on behalf of the oil and natural gas industry. Ms. Wong has also served as Director of Legislative Affairs for the American Public Gas Association, as a Senior Advisor at the Department of Transportation and an Attorney Advisor at the Department of Energy during President Trump’s first administration, and as counsel for two committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. See Ms. Wong’s full bio here . Hazardous Materials Registration The 2025–2026 registration year begins officially on July 1st and ends on June 30th of the following year, with early registration opening May 1st. The updated 2025 registration brochure will be available in mid-April. To download or print this brochure, visit our website . The tips below are intended to help you prepare for the upcoming 2025 registration year. To avoid errors and processing delays, please do not submit your registrations for the 2025 registration year prior to May 1st. Any registrations submitted before this date will not be processed. Online registration is the quickest and most effective way to obtain your Hazardous Materials Registration Certificate! To register online, enter through the PHMSA Portal at: https://portal.phmsa.dot.gov . When renewing your registrations, please use your HM Company ID to avoid errors in typing business name and company address. If you don't know your HM Company ID, please contact our registration help desk for assistance by email register@dot.gov or phone. The registration help desk can be reached at the following numbers: (202) 934-1630 for businesses beginning with the letters A–M (202) 934-1631 for businesses beginning with the letters N–Z Registrants should also contact the registration help desk for assistance with any of the following: Confirming the status of registrations submitted by mail or ACH (registrants should allow up to 14 days for processing); Assistance with locating previously-submitted registrations; Assistance with financial payment issues, such as disputes, refunds, or other concerns. Please submit only business contact information. Please note that the contact information you submit during the registration process, including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, may be disclosed in response to requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552. For more information, visit: https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/registration/registration-overview Note: While PHMSA initiated the rulemaking process to adjust the registration fee structure, following the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, there will be no changes for the 2025–2026 registration year . For additional information and access to the dockets or comments received, go to https://www.regulations.gov or DOT's Docket Operations Office. The docket number for this rulemaking activity is PHMSA-2022-0033 (HM-208J). So far, PHMSA has published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) , a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) , and held a Public Meeting to solicit public input on possible changes. New Process for PHMSA’s Letters of Interpretation On April 8, 2025, PHMSA announced its updated interpretations process to allow stakeholders to play a role in reviewing and providing feedback on interpretations requests. The updated process not only offers more transparency, but also provides stakeholders with an opportunity to provide feedback on best practices for compliance with safety requirements covering the transportation of hazardous materials and the operation of natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems. Through PHMSA’s updated interpretations process, stakeholders can review and comment on interpretations requests prior to issuance of the agency’s final written interpretation. Stakeholders will have up to 30-days following the submission of a request to provide feedback related to compliance with the regulation in question. Prior to the new process, stakeholders were only made aware of new interpretations after their issuance. To submit a request for interpretation or learn more about the new process, visit PHMSA’s interpretations webpage . Stakeholders interested in receiving email notifications when new interpretation requests are added to PHMSA’s website for comment can sign up here. Interested in being the first to know when PHMSA posts notices and rulemakings to the Federal Register? Receive email notifications from the Federal Register whenever PHMSA posts by visiting the Federal Register site and clicking 'Subscribe' at https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/pipeline-and-hazardous-materials-safety-administration . Opportunity for Collaboration: RD&T Releases RFI on Pressure Relief Devices On March 19, 2025, PHMSA’s Research, Development, & Technology Program (RD&T) published a Request for Information (RFI) titled “Determining the Effectiveness of Pressure Relief Devices (PRDs) on Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels (COPVs).” This RFI aims to gather more information to inform bonfire testing for various PRDs on different COPVs. The knowledge gained will help guide the RD&T program’s future research efforts and support the development of improved safety guidance for COPVs. We invite professionals and experts in the field of COPVs to contribute their expertise by responding to the RFI. Your input is invaluable in advancing safety and innovation in this important area. The RFI can be found in the Federal Register Notice at the link below. We look forward to your responses and collaboration! https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/19/2025-04605/hazardous-materials-request-for-feedback-on-determining-the-effectiveness-of-pressure-relief-devices Update: Expanded HazMat Supplement (EHS) Experimental Commodity Flow Data In April 2024, PHMSA OHMS released its Expanded Hazmat Supplement (EHS) —a groundbreaking dataset designed to enhance understanding and management of hazardous materials transportation. Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Census Bureau, the EHS represents a significant expansion of the 2022 Commodity Flow Survey (CFS). This innovative dataset incorporates supplemental questions and new self-reported data from hazardous materials (hazmat) shippers utilizing DOT-regulated specification packaging. The EHS provides critical insights into key areas, including the types of hazardous materials shipped, packaging specifications, quantities and weights, and the primary modes of transportation. The availability of this data marks a pivotal step forward in advancing public safety, supporting first responders, and enabling data-driven decision-making. By offering a more comprehensive understanding of hazmat flows, the EHS is expected to inform risk assessments, enhance mitigation strategies, and promote research aimed at improving safety outcomes. To further support the effective use of this experimental data product, OHMS is pleased to announce the release of additional resources. These resources include a new User Guidance Document to help users better understand and utilize the data for informed decision making. You can access this new resource online here: https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/82010 . Additional helpful materials are coming soon: Tutorials : Instructional videos will be made available in the future to assist users in navigating the dataset, understanding its structure, and leveraging its insights. Data Visualizations : OHMS is developing a series of visual tools to highlight key trends and observations derived from the data. These visualizations will be accessible on the PHMSA website to facilitate user engagement and understanding. This initiative underscores OHMS’s commitment to advancing hazardous materials safety through transparency, innovation, and collaboration. Stakeholders are encouraged to monitor the PHMSA website for updates and to explore the EHS dataset as a valuable resource for enhancing safety and decision-making in the hazmat sector. For more information and to access the dataset, please visit the PHMSA website. Together, we can work toward a safer and more informed future. Request for Proposal: Risk Assessment for HAZMAT Packages in an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Environment The RD&T program published a Request for Proposal titled “Risk Assessment for HAZMAT Packages in an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Environment.” The RFP seeks out expertise, capabilities, and experience to evaluate the safety performance of existing dangerous goods packaging requirements in an unmanned aerial systems (UAS) environment. The work will account for operational conditions specific to the carriage of dangerous goods via UAS, the corresponding hazards, the safety performance of existing packaging standards, and will identify appropriate risk mitigation measures. It will also identify potential hazards associated with malfunctions of UAS package containment systems at various cruise altitudes, up to 400 feet above ground level (AGL), which could drop items during transit, inadvertently. More information on how to submit a proposal can be found at the link below or interested parties can search and find the information from the SAM.gov home page, by selecting "Contract Opportunities" and searching by the RFP number 693JK325R0002. Read the RFP, here: https://sam.gov/opp/4461103b19b04e8db1a0422f7e3da8ed/view Check the Box: Hazardous Matt & Friends Poster Series PHMSA's Check the Box campaign steps into a colorful new dimension with the launch of the “Hazardous Matt & Friends” poster series . Featuring the playful character Hazardous Matt and his hazardous material friends, the collection makes hazmat safety accessible, memorable, and even whimsical—without compromising on the seriousness of the message. The posters can be printed and displayed at home, at work, or in school to encourage hazardous materials awareness, with a QR code to direct the public to more helpful resources. PHMSA will be revealing the posters every other week on social media – follow us on X and LinkedIn and share the posters with your network! ERG2024: One Year Anniversary PHMSA is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook ! The ERG provides life-saving information to first responders in the immediate aftermath of a hazmat transportation incident. In the last year, PHMSA distributed over 1.8 million free books to fire fighters, police officers, emergency services, tribal nations, and more. In addition, join the 2.6 million users around the world and download the free ERG mobile app . Download it on the iOS or Google Play stores. The “ How to Use the ERG 2024 ” video from the International Association of Firefighters (IAFC) is now available on YouTube. For more information and ERG resources, go to https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/training/hazmat/erg/emergency-response-guidebook-erg . Have a comment on the ERG? Send it to ERGcomments@dot.gov . PHMSA is already working on updates for the ERG 2028 and welcomes your feedback! PHMSA develops compliance assistance materials that make it easier to understand and comply with the HMR. Electronic versions of these resources are available at: https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/training/hazmat/publications . For additional information contact: The Hazardous Materials Info Center 1.800.HMR.4922 or (1.800.467.4922) E-mail: infocntr@dot.gov https://www.phmsa.dot.gov Questions or suggestions for the next newsletter? 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< Back RADMAN™ Suite 9.5.2 Release May 14, 2021 The newest release of RADMAN™ Suite is now available. WMG is pleased to announce the release of RADMAN™ Suite 9.5.2. This is an update to the RADMAN™ 9.5 suite that addresses 23 user-submitted & WMG-generated software changes as well as the regulatory changes to NUREG/BR-0204 Revision 3. The major enhancements include updated Waste Manifests and Shipping Papers. The new release also addresses the issues identified in the error notification dated March 2, 2021. This update corrects the error which reported child package activity totals on the Waste Manifest Form 541/541ain Curies (Ci) instead of millicurie (mCi). RADMAN™ 9.5.2 also corrects an error which prevented users from characterizing packages via Direct Sample when the sample used millicurie (mCi) as the activity unit. The distribution of this release of RADMAN™ is in the form of a Disk Image in either .ISO or .ZIP format and can be downloaded from the WMG Software Users Area website. As with recent RADMAN™ releases, a full installation package, including software and Q/A related documentation is available, as well as a V&V release which allows multiple versions of RADMAN™ to be installed on the same workstation. This V&V release does not include software documentation and is intended to be used for testing and validation of RADMAN™ releases. No previous RADMAN™ versions are required prior to installing the software included with this release. Previous Next

< Back We Have Opened a New Office in Lakewood Ranch, Florida Mar 28, 2022 We're thrilled to now have a new location in the Sunshine state! WMG is thrilled to announce the opening of our new office in Lakewood Ranch, Florida! Our new building is located just off University Parkway in downtown Lakewood Ranch, minutes away from sandy beaches and some of the nicest golf courses on the East coast. This beautiful new location will improve the lives of our employees, as well as providing us with a new base of operations in the Southeast. While our Peekskill location will remain our home office, this new location allows us room to continue to grow, while continuing to recruit the best and brightest individuals in the industry. Although this past year brought along many challenges, the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to become capable remote workers, making the WMG family more connected than ever. The lessons learned during the pandemic regarding teamwork, cooperation, and communication will allow our team to continue to work seamlessly with our clients and each other, regardless of geographical location. We look forward to our valued business partners paying our sunny new office a visit! Previous Next

< Back WMG Welcomes New Employees Mar 24, 2022 We are excited to announce our newest additions to the WMG Family! WMG is excited to announce the addition of 4 new employees to our team! We hope you’ll join us in giving them a warm welcome, and we look forward to having them cross paths with our trusted clients and business partners in the near future. Joining us are: Ralph Stadig - Sr. Programmer Greg King - ProShipper Dori Sisson - ProShipper Bill Scholtens - ProShipper As a small, family-owned business, our employees are our greatest asset. These talented individuals look forward to providing their subject matter expertise to helping our clients overcome even the most challenging issues - all while continuing to save them time, dose, and money. The acquisition of new talent is always exciting and ensures that WMG will continue to exceed the industry standard of radwaste excellence & customer service that we have established for nearly 40 years. Previous Next

< Back Employee Spotlight: Christos Markakis Mar 27, 2026 Come meet one of our team members! Christos Markakis has been with WMG for 6 months, serving as a Software Developer and contributing to the continued success of WMG Inc’s software suite of products. In his role, Christos focuses on solving software-related challenges and ensuring systems run efficiently and effectively. His responsibilities include: Developing and programming software solutions Testing and reviewing code across WMG Inc’s product suite Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues Collaborating with team members to improve performance and functionality What Christos enjoys most about his work is the unique challenge that nuclear waste management presents. He finds programming projects especially rewarding, describing them as a larger puzzle that comes together step by step - making the process both engaging and satisfying. When he’s not at work, Christos enjoys staying active as an avid gym-goer and hiker. He also spends time creating video games, combining his technical skills with creativity. Christos values being part of a team made up of diverse thinkers who support one another and work together to achieve the best outcomes for customers. He appreciates the different perspectives his teammates bring, helping him grow and approach problem-solving in new ways. A fun fact about Christos: his family keeps beehives and practices beekeeping. One of his favorite travel destinations is Cyprus, where he enjoys beautiful deep-blue beaches, white sand, and incredible Mediterranean food. Having family there makes each visit even more meaningful. If he had to describe WMG in three words, Christos would choose: Committed, Attentive, Responsible. Outside of work, Christos is a fan of heavy metal music and values spending time with his friends and family the most! Previous Next

< Back REACh™ CZT White Paper Brochure See how we're changing the characterization paradigm with REACh™. Download Previous Next