The Rhenus Group has appointed Peter Nordstrom as Chief Executive Officer for its Air & Ocean division in North America. He will now oversee regional operations and align with the company’s global strategic vision. With a proven track record of more than 25 years of international experience in the freight forwarding, logistics, and supply chain… Read More
All birthdays are worth celebrating. Some, however, are bigger than others. That’s the case for the United States Navy today: it turns 250 years old. Yes, the navy, like the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps, is older than the United States itself. On October 13, 1775, the Second Continental Congress commissioned two ships, each… Read More
President Trump has nominated Florida’s former Secretary of Commerce and the head of that state’s public-private investment program to fill the pair of commissioner vacancies at the Federal Maritime Commission. Laura DiBella, currently a government affairs advisor with Tallahassee law firm Adams and Reese, was nominated to succeed former FMC Chairman Louis Sola for a… Read More
Integrated Solutions Deliver Real-time Data, Streamlined Workflows and Enhanced Field Security WESTMINSTER — Trimble® today announced the launch of its comprehensive data collector portfolio, marking a new era of productivity and connectivity for geospatial and construction industries worldwide. This advanced suite of devices, including the Trimble TSC710 data collector, the Trimble TSC510 controller and the Trimble T110… Read More
Leading manufacturer of tank barges in the United States NEW YORK — Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a leading independent investment bank and financial advisory firm, is pleased to announce the sale of West Gulf Marine to Maritime Partners, a leading provider of maritime financing solutions primarily focused on Jones Act vessels. BGL’s Transportation &… Read More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that Roger Kelly has been promoted to vice president of contracts and pricing at its Newport News Shipbuilding division. Kelly succeeds Matt Mulherin Jr., who has been appointed vice president of supply chain and strategic sourcing at NNS. Kelly will have overall responsibility for contracts, pricing,… Read More
NORTH KINGSTOWN, RHODE ISLAND – Saturday, September 20, 2025, J.F. Brennan Company (Brennan) christened its newest barge, the Michael Turner, during a gathering that was as heartfelt and full of energy as its namesake. The event brought together Brennan leadership, union members, colleagues, family, and friends for a day that reflected the warmth of Mike Turner’s… Read More
COPENHAGEN – (This Oct. 7 story has been corrected to clarify that Revolution Wind is expected to begin operations in the second half of 2026, not the second quarter, in paragraph 3) Danish offshore wind developer Orsted (ORSTED.CO), opens new tab maintains a plan to complete its offshore Sunrise Wind project in the United States in the… Read More
IKEA has acquired U.S. logistics technology firm Locus, the two companies said on Tuesday, a deal the Swedish furniture retailer said would make its deliveries to shoppers smoother and faster as it invests to expand online sales. The takeover is in addition to a $2.2 billion push by Ingka Group, the biggest global IKEA franchisee,… Read More
CHARLESTON, SC — The South Carolina Port Authority’s Board of Directors announced Micah Mallace as the agency’s next President and CEO. The vote was unanimous. Mallace assumes leadership of SC Ports after a long and distinguished career in the maritime and logistics industry, including a previous tenure with SC Ports from 2011-2022 where he served… Read More
As we enter the last quarter of 2025, businesses are navigating mixed signals: Golden Week slowdowns in Asia, uneven flows amid ongoing tariff reviews, and service adjustments across key trades, alongside resilient demand on non-U.S.-China corridors. Notably, Far East Asia-U.S. container volumes are up, underscoring continued U.S.-bound flows from Southeast Asia. Inland networks remain sensitive… Read More
Back in July, we established that China’s share of global container trade has continued to grow, with exports remaining strong despite concerns over mounting protectionism. Total market data shows that Chinese exports to all regions outside North America are still trending upwards, contributing to China’s share of total global exports increasing to 37% and demonstrating a… Read More
Manitowoc, WI – Burger Boat Company, a leader in shipbuilding design, engineering, and construction, proudly announces completion of a significant transition in its leadership team that positions the company for meaningful growth across its New Construction Yacht, Commercial Vessel, Military Vessel, and Refit/Repair segments. After over three decades of hands-on leadership, and more than fifteen years… Read More
IRPT Leadership Transition Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals Association Announces Leadership Transition, Embarking on a New Chapter of “Navigating What’s Next” Milwaukee, WI: Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals Association (IRPT) is proud to announce a transition in leadership as the organization continues its mission of advancing the nation’s inland river transportation system. Guided by the… Read More
Contacts: Office of the Governor:Peter Finocchio, Peter.finocchio@governor.virginia.gov Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. (CSI), the oldest continuously operating family-owned shipyard in the United States, has acquired its fourth drydock. RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. (CSI) is acquiring its fourth drydock, marking a significant milestone for the oldest continuously operating family-owned shipyard in the… Read More