10.6.09 - CNG Energy, LLC announced today the company would host a certification class on natural gas vehicle fueling conversion systems in cooperation with Big Sandy Community and Technical College. For individuals completing the class a certificate designating them as a Certified NGV System Installer® will be awarded. Opportunities to be a Certified NGV Tank Inspector® will also be offered as part of the training class.

The five-day training class will be held from November 30 through December 4 at the BSCTC Mayo campus. Individuals will be trained on both gasoline and diesel installations.

"We see great potential for new job creation, expanded employment opportunities, and potential opportunities for existing businesses to add new services to their existing businesses. Natural gas is cheaper gallon for gallon than petroleum-based fuels. It is also a more environmentally friendly transportation fuel than gasoline or diesel. The opportunities are there for natural gas transportation fuel to benefit public and private fleets and, eventually, consumers. Specifically, we see a great benefit to the coal mining industry locally to reduce their transportation costs," said Roger Ford, Senior Partner with CNG Energy.

Also, CNG Energy will be hosting a one-day seminar on the topic of emerging natural gas transportation fuel market. The seminar will be on December 2. It will be held from 8:30 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. at the BSCTC Mayo campus in Paintsville. Lunch will be provided for seminar attendees.

"We hope this class will provide the certification and skills necessary for local companies and businesses to have employees who are trained to convert their fleets to natural gas vehicles. It will enable individuals who own a small business to expand their business services by offering NGV conversion system installation and inspection," said Jamie Hamilton, Senior Partner with CNG Energy.

Seating is limited for the training class or the seminar. Individuals who wish to attend the five-day training class will automatically be registered for the one-day seminar. Individuals who wish to attend the one-day seminar on Wednesday, December 2, are not required to register for the five-day class.