Port of Los Angeles continues to reaffirm its position as one of the world’s leading hubs in global supply chains. Containers of diverse goods arrive and depart daily, supporting the U.S. economy and trade ties with Asia, Europe, and other regions. In recent months, port activity has risen, reflecting growing demand and a return to… Read More
Port Everglades reaches new economic impact high with $48.3 billion supporting 300,000 jobs throughout Florida. Port Everglades CEO & Port Director Joseph Morris discussed how energy contributes to that 72% growth during the Port Everglades Association’s annual Economic Engine Performance Report luncheon with 700+ people in attendance. Also discussing Broward County’s economic health were Aviation… Read More
The Port of Portland recently approved a ground lease for PDX West Logistics LLC – a project entity formed by Capstone Partners – to transform a long vacant site on NE 33rd adjacent to Portland International Airport (PDX) into a bustling, $130 million logistics and distribution hub. It is projected to create over 500 permanent,… Read More
The Port of Long Beach has created a Zero-Emission Truck Early Leaders Award to provide one-time payments totaling as much as $4.8 million for companies who were the first to use the vehicles to serve marine terminals. Port staff used truck activity data for the period between January 2024 and December 2025 to determine eligibility… Read More
The Port of Long Beach has named Ramon Garcia to lead the Harbor Department’s Human Resources Division. The Human Resources Division, part of the Port’s newly created Organizational Effectiveness Bureau, administers employment for the Harbor Department, serving a diverse skilled workforce of 600 employees. Garcia brings more than a decade of experience in human resources…. Read More
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. – Port Everglades generates approximately $48.3 billion in economic activity and supports nearly 300,000 jobs throughout Florida, according to a new study by maritime industry analyst Martin Associates. This year’s report captured energy related user impacts to match industry reporting standards, which resulted in significant increases in overall calculated economic activity. Port Everglades… Read More
By Rebekah F. Ward The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is scrapping a plan to dump much of the sludge it dredges up from the Houston Ship Channel onto sites near the historically Black Pleasantville neighborhood, opting instead to deposit the waste offshore, according to a letter Port Houston sent local officials this week. The letter, dated June 2,… Read More
As global shipping routes shift toward Southeast Asia, Jacksonville is emerging as a growing entry point for international cargo as JAXPORT moves ahead with major multi-million-dollar expansion projects. Some of the world’s largest cargo ships are now making direct runs into Jacksonville’s port, Florida’s largest container hub. The growth is being noticed by local business… Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Alabama Port Authority Board of Directors and members of APA’s leadership team were in Washington this week to meet with Alabama’s congressional delegation and thank them for their continued support of critical projects at the Port of Mobile. On June 2, Port leaders met with members of Alabama’s congressional delegation to provide… Read More
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Cheryl Nelms as President of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project, effective July 30, 2026. Her appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. Nelms brings more than 25 years of experience leading major infrastructure programs across Canada to the role, including experience… Read More
Join COPRI Houston Branch at the upcoming ASCE Branch Meeting for an engaging technical session focused on the future of coastal resilience. In addition to chapter updates and upcoming initiatives, this session will explore how coastal engineers use innovative shoreline protection strategies, island breakwaters, and advanced numerical modeling tools to better understand waves, currents, and… Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga., June 2, 2026 – The Georgia Ports Authority has issued a letter of intent to Adam Telle, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, detailing GPA’s plans to start a Savannah Harbor modification study. “The shipping channel needs to be deepened and widened to better accommodate the largest ships currently serving Savannah, and to… Read More
Construction of a new vehicle berth at the Jacksonville Port Authority’s (JAXPORT) Blount Island Marine Terminal has reached the 50 percent completion mark, advancing a major infrastructure initiative designed to increase efficiency and expand capacity for vehicle vessel calls. Slated for completion in early 2027, the new Berth 21 will be Blount Island’s third dedicated… Read More
HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On Thursday, May 21, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its regular monthly meeting, highlighting continued progress along the Houston Ship Channel and advancing key initiatives supporting infrastructure, operations, and long-term growth. Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by recognizing growth in the local maritime workforce, noting… Read More
Maneuvering a 1,000 foot long container ship through a waterway isn’t guesswork. Vessel pilots rely on real-time data to understand changing ocean and weather conditions in order to safely bring a ship into port. For 35 years, NOAA’s Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System (PORTS®) has delivered this critical information to seaports nationwide, helping to keep mariners safe and… Read More