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Ports Authority approves improvements in Brunswick

GA, United States

BRUNSWICK — The board of the Georgia Ports Authority voted Monday on a lease with Wallenius Wihelmsen Americas LLC, and to continue improvements at GPA’s bulk facility on Colonel’s Island. The approvals at the board meeting on St. Simons Island are in keeping with the $152 million investment the authority plans to make in the… Read More

Hefty US port fees on Chinese vessels would impact ‘all shipping firms’

United States

Aggressive US backlash against Chinese maritime dominance could see Chinese-built vessels charged up to US$1.5 million when entering US ports Given the massive numbers of Chinese ships now in fleets around the world, international freighting firms are worried The US has proposed charging up to US$1.5 million for Chinese-built vessels entering the country’s ports in… Read More

US economy shows signs of strain from Trump’s tariffs and spending cuts

United States

WASHINGTON – The US economy is starting to show signs of strain as President Donald Trump’s abrupt moves to shrink federal spending, lay off government workers and impose tariffs on America’s largest trading partners rattle businesses and reverberate across states and cities. Funding freezes and firings of federal workers, combined with the prospect of costly… Read More

East Coast Port Workers Ratify Six Year Contract

United States

Feb 25 (Reuters) – More than 45,000 U.S. dockworkers represented by the International Longshoremen’s Association ratified a new six-year contract on Tuesday, formalizing a deal that offers bumper pay hikes and averts any potential disruption until 2030. Terms of the contract, previously agreed upon by the labor union and the United States Maritime Alliance, included… Read More

USTR proposes charging Chinese ships up to $1.5 million to enter US ports

United States

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Trade Representative’s office has proposed charging up to $1.5 million for Chinese-built vessels entering U.S. ports as part of its investigation into China’s growing domination of the global shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors. USTR said in a January 16 report on a probe, opens new tab launched during the administration of former President… Read More

Why 2025 is such an important year for shipping decarbonisation

World ,

Why is 2025 such an important year for shipping decarbonisation? A quick guide to why 2025 is such an important year for shipping decarbonisation. International shipping is the lifeblood of the global economy, transporting more than 80 percent of all goods. However, the same system that the world depends on for efficient transport comes with… Read More

Dutra expands operations at the Port of Richmond with lease of Basin 1 at Point Potrero Marine Terminal

CA, United States

The Port of Richmond proudly announces that Dutra, a leading provider of dredging, marine construction, and aggregate services, has expanded its operations at the port with the lease of Basin 1 at the historic Point Potrero Marine Terminal (PPMT). This expansion marks a significant milestone in the port’s commitment to fostering business growth and supporting… Read More

Port of Savannah labeled fastest growing port on the East Coast

GA, United States

During Georgia Ports Authority annual ‘State of the Ports’ conference, port officials announced plans for the Talmadge Bridge, the Savannah River and their outlook through 2030  Source

Strong start to 2025 for NWSA

WA, United States

Volumes up 25.4%, exceeding 5-year average for imports and exports The NWSA started the year with strong cargo growth as high vessel schedule reliability, consistent rail service, and new customers contributed to January volumes exceeding the 5-year average. Full international imports increased 34.7%, the eleventh consecutive month of growth and 9.5% above the gateway’s five-year… Read More

Florida ports eye improvements to aid supply chains

FL, United States

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida port leaders continue to point to supply-chain problems in recent years as they push lawmakers to increase transportation infrastructure funding. Appearing before the House Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee on Thursday, a panel of port officials pointed to a need for improvements as a hedge against future supply logjams and to offset competition from… Read More

DeSantis fills seat on St. Augustine Port Authority with Lynda Kirker

FL, United States

By Noah Hertz Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Friday that Lynda Kirker will fill a vacant seat on the St. Augustine Port, Beach and Waterway Authority Board. Kirker, who lives in St. Augustine, is a retired chief financial officer of Flagler Hospital and works as a certified public accountant. Jacksonville Today thanks our sponsors. Become one. Speaking… Read More

Port of Los Angeles exceeds 900,000 TEUs in January

CA, United States

The Port of Los Angeles has processed 924,245 TEUs in January 2025, the busiest start in the port’s 117-year history, up 8 per cent over the previous year. January 2025 loaded imports totalled 483,831 TEUs, a 9.5 per cent increase over the previous year. Loaded exports came in at 113,271 TEUs, a 10.5 per cent decline from 2024…. Read More

Ports of Indiana hires maritime industry leader Parrott as Chief Operating Officer

IN, United States

INDIANAPOLIS – Ports of Indiana has hired maritime logistics executive David Parrott to serve as the statewide port authority’s Chief Operating Officer. Parrott has worked in the marine industry for 30 years as a former CEO of Liberty Terminals, vice president of operations for Metro Ports, and international logistics manager for Schneider Logistics and Wallenius… Read More

Port of Charleston receives largest vessel to date

SC, United States

South Carolina Ports today received the largest vessel to call on the Port of Charleston at the Wando Welch Terminal.  The OOCL Iris, which was unveiled in December 2024, can hold 16,828 TEUs. Previously, the largest vessel to come into the port was CMA CGM’s Marco Polo, which had a capacity of 16,022 TEUs, or 20-feet… Read More

Florida Ports forecast calls for growth in cargo and cruises

FL, United States

Among East Coast destinations for imported goods, many Florida ports have established themselves as appealing trade route endpoints by offering the deepwater channels and desired turnaround times needed to accommodate today’s Post-Panamax container ships. As such, competition among top Florida ports for increased tenants and traffic has port authorities looking to increase services and infrastructure… Read More

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