More than 60 containerships sat in San Pedro Bay on Feb. 18, at the entrance to the sprawling ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The vessels are waiting for a slot to sail into those facilities to begin unloading their cargo and then start the nearly two-week trip back to China. But because of… Read More
The California Coastal Commission has voted unanimously to allow for the Port of San Diego to pilot a native oyster living shoreline adjacent to the Chula Vista Wildlife Refuge in south San Diego Bay. The objective of the living shoreline, the first of its kind in San Diego Bay, is to increase biodiversity and protect… Read More
Dredging is essential to ensure the shipping channels are clear of material to allow the safe passage for cargo and cruise vessels. The Port is one of the largest economic generators in the State of Maryland. Dredge material can be used to restore environmental habitats, along with other uses. Source
To continue growing its market, SC Ports invested more than $2 billion to build a world-class infrastructure, including opening Phase One of the Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal and deepening Charleston Harbor to 52 feet in 2021. “Companies rely on South Carolina Ports to have efficient operations, big-ship capabilities and ample capacity as we move their… Read More
The Port of San Diego is making significant moves to advance new clean air and environmental justice strategies, according to the company’s release. During its February 11 meeting, the Board of Port Commissioners approved a resolution to support development of the County of San Diego’s Regional Carbon Sustainability Plan, approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)… Read More
The Port of Seattle this week announced that it will be acquiring 14 acres of land in Des Moines for a new industrial development. The Port of Seattle (POS) Commission this week approved the purchase of a surplus Washington State Department of Transportation’s (WSDOT) parcel to create another industrial development and jobs opportunity in the… Read More
The Seaspan Brilliance has been anchored in Port Gardner for over a week. The ship is bound for Canada. EVERETT — It’s an unusual sight, a king-size container ship anchored in Port Gardner near the Port of Everett — but thar she loafs. The 1,105-foot-long Seaspan Brilliance dropped anchor more than 10 days ago, containers… Read More
South Carolina recorded more than $30.3 billion in export sales in 2020, leading the country as a top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles. The state also earned the No. 1 spot in the export sales of ball and roller bearings. The S.C. Department of Commerce released the information in its 2020 International… Read More
Kansas City’s NorthPoint Development is planning a 96-acre logistics center with up to 900,000 sq. ft. of warehouse and office space at 1701 E. Patapsco St. in Curtis Bay. NorthPoint acquired an assemblage of former industrial properties that are on the Patapsco River and Stonehouse Cove adjacent to CSX train tracks. The development, called Harbor… Read More
The Port of Humboldt Bay, once a bustling shipping hub for the region’s timber industry, may soon get a wholesale overhaul, complete with modern port facilities designed to support a major offshore wind energy project. Granted, that project doesn’t exist yet. While the Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) is pursuing a commercial offshore wind lease from… Read More
The Solent Freeport and the North East England Freeport are amongst the freeport bids that have been submitted to the UK government. The Solent Freeport was submitted by the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) on behalf of a coalition of businesses, local authorities and other partner organisations. Bid partners estimate freeport status would help create… Read More
For the first time in over 40 years, the general cargo dock at the Ports of Indiana-Jeffersonville will be made available to operator interests through a Request for Proposals (RFP). As part of the RFP process, Ports of Indiana will be looking for a long-term business partner to provide stevedoring and distribution services to existing… Read More
The Port of Humboldt Bay, once a bustling shipping hub for the region’s timber industry, may soon get a wholesale overhaul, complete with modern port facilities designed to support a major offshore wind energy project. Granted, that project doesn’t exist yet. While the Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) is pursuing a commercial offshore wind lease from… Read More
Ridgley’s Cove Near Horseshoe Casino to Offer Recreational Area, Walking Trails (BALTIMORE, MD) – Sediment dredged from shipping channels leading to the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore is helping restore the underutilized Ridgley’s Cove park property in Baltimore City into a multi-use recreation area with walking trails. Restoration of Ridgley’s Cove, located behind Horseshoe… Read More
PhilaPort achieved a 7% increase in container volumes in 2020. This placed The Port of Philadelphia as the fastest growing container port on the U.S. East Coast. These impressive cargo levels continue a decade-long trend of prosperity for the Port, which has realized 10% compound annual growth. The worldwide COVID pandemic has created unprecedented difficulties… Read More