NAPLES, Fla. — If you are planning on heading to Port Royal Beach in Naples this week, you’ll need to watch out for crews. Starting Monday, the 33rd Ave S. access point at Port Royal Beach will be closed. This is all part of the ongoing beach renourishment project. “We had no idea they were… Read More
The Port of Seattle Commission today approved $1.9 million to support economic development partnerships with cities in King County for the next two years. The extension is a continuation of support for local cities that the Port began in 2016. “A core part of the Port of Seattle’s mission is to support our local and… Read More
There are a lot of similarities between the construction and commercial marine industries, with both being relatively blue-collar in nature, both serving as some of the oldest and most established industries in the world, and more recently, with both owning a reputation for being averse to technology. Those reputations can often be overblown, though, and… Read More
LONDON/ATHENS – President Donald Trump’s administration is considering softening its proposed fee on China-linked ships visiting U.S. ports after a flood of negative feedback from industries that said the idea could be economically devastating, according to six sources. Among the changes under consideration are delayed implementation and new fee structures designed to reduce the overall… Read More
Beth Ann Branch brings a much-needed global perspective to the Port of New Orleans. Since her hiring as president & CEO in October, her knowledge of the international supply chain has become more important by the day as the port edges toward the most significant investment in its history—the $1.8 billion Louisiana International Terminal in… Read More
WASHINGTON/JUPITER, Florida, April 5 (Reuters) – U.S. customs agents began collecting President Donald Trump’s unilateral 10% tariff on all imports from many countries on Saturday, with higher levies on goods from 57 larger trading partners due to start next week. The initial 10% “baseline” tariff paid by U.S. importers took effect at U.S. seaports, airports and customs… Read More
A senior United States official has discussed the importance of an ongoing audit of CK Hutchison’s management of two ports at the Panama Canal with the country’s foreign minister, amid controversy surrounding the Hong Kong company’s sales of the facilities. Panamanian authorities announced their audit of Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing’s CK Hutchison in January… Read More
Tariffs could lead to a 10 per cent drop in cargo volume moving through the Port of Los Angeles later this year, the US largest port’s Executive Director Gene Seroka warned. “We need lumber from Canada; appliances from Mexico; aluminium, steel, copper and furniture from China,” Seroka explained in an interview with Politico, an American… Read More
NEW ORLEANS – Today the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced that it has named Loren Marino as its Vice President of External Affairs and Chief of Staff. In this critical role, Marino will oversee community engagement, ensure effective communication and execution across the Port and New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB), lead strategic planning efforts… Read More
A $105-million expansion of Nanaimo’s Duke Point Terminal is being heralded as the right move at the right time as Canada expands its reach in international trade. Ground was broken Friday on a near doubling of the terminal’s berth to 325 metres, which will allow the port to accommodate larger ships. The province is providing… Read More
Port Houston is adding to its large Konecranes RTG fleet with an order for 16 hybrid Konecranes RTGs. The deal was booked in Q1 2025 and delivery is scheduled for H1 2026. In addition, Konecranes Port Services will retrofit eight existing Konecranes RTGs currently operating at the port. The retrofits will be completed by Q4… Read More
The largest development project in Georgia history is open for business and there could be something in it for South Carolina, too, says the president and CEO of the Palmetto State’s port system. Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America on March 26 celebrated the official opening of a plant that will produce Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles… Read More
How have the new U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports affected shipping volumes and container traffic so far? MS: Importers front-loaded goods between the US election and early February, leading to a temporary spike in container traffic in Q4. Now we’re seeing the start of reduced demand as businesses adjust to the tariffs. What retaliatory measures do you anticipate… Read More
New Boat Tour Vessel Also Announced Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainability and Accessibility HOUSTON –On Tuesday, March 25, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its regular monthly meeting. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting with a heartfelt tribute to former Houston Mayor and Congressman Sylvester Turner, who passed away earlier in… Read More
Port Houston experienced significant operational disruptions in February due to widespread fog, leading to a 13% year-over-year decline in container throughput. The port handled 325,424 TEUs during the month, with loaded imports and exports dropping by 14% and 16% respectively. The fog impact was particularly severe, affecting vessel navigation along the Houston Ship Channel for 14… Read More