On October 14, the Port Commission authorized a public solicitation for a firm to lead the remedial design for the cleanup of the East Waterway, a key next step in translating the Record of Decision from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) into an actionable cleanup plan. This follows a September 9 Commission authorization that… Read More
Executive Director Jonathan Daniels was presented with the Port Leader of the Year award recognizing excellence leading a seaport. Jonathan’s unflappable and steady leadership has helped lead the Port of Baltimore recovery from a challenging 2024 year. The MPA also earned the Achievement in Public Relations Award for its Port of Baltimore reopening communications campaign… Read More
Days ahead of a major speech to maritime industry leaders and less than two weeks after taking the helm of the S.C. State Ports Authority, Micah Mallace is putting the state agency’s development plans under a microscope. That includes more than $1 billion worth of expansions, terminal improvements and other initiatives to boost cargo levels… Read More
The Los Angeles Business Journal has given a top legal honor to Port of Los Angeles General Counsel Steve Otera. The prestigious Corporate Counsel Award in the non-profit/government/municipal category recognizes the achievements of industry-leading corporate counsel and their ongoing efforts to support the Los Angeles community and business sector. “Steve’s broad grasp of both legal… Read More
With the federal government shutdown now into its third week—and no clear indication of how long it could last—its impact on supply chains appears to somewhat still be coming into focus, noted various industry observers. That is not to say there is not concern; there is, for sure. But, to be clear, well before the… Read More
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has appointed Dale S. Revelle to the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA). Revelle was sworn in during the October board meeting and will serve a five-year term, succeeding Walter J. Leger Jr. as one of four Orleans Parish representatives on the seven-member regional board. “Dale… Read More
SC Ports has recorded strong intermodal and automotive growth in the first quarter of the fiscal year despite the Port of Charleston handling 212,363 teu in September, a slight dip below planned volumes as broader trade constrictions are being felt across the industry. Recently expanded Inland Port Greer recorded 17,818 rail moves, an 18% increase marking the highest… Read More
President Donald Trump is escalating pressure on Panama to cut ties with Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holding Ltd. (CKHUF), which operates two major ports at both ends of the Panama Canala corridor responsible for roughly 40% of U.S. container traffic. The move aligns with a broader U.S. effort to reduce Beijing’s sway over critical maritime chokepoints, following… Read More
Trade affected by tariffs, rising prices, waning consumer demand Softening consumer demand and rising prices driven by shifting trade policies led to a decline in cargo containers moved through the Port of Long Beach in September. Dockworkers and terminal operators moved 797,537 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) of cargo containers last month, down 3.9% from September… Read More
Oakland, Calif. – The Port of Oakland announced today that it has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and represents a significant achievement. It reflects the Port’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in… Read More
Plans to develop a new 200-acre deep-water terminal to accommodate larger, next-generation ships are on the preliminary drawing boards at the Port of Los Angeles — but it could take awhile to become a reality. That’s because the project is estimated to take about 10 years to complete, and that’s after it goes through all… Read More
Port of Antwerp struggles to clear backlog amidst labour slow-down, floodings continue to affect Mexico’s Veracruz port Stay ahead of supply chain disruptions and port congestion with Kuehne+Nagel’s weekly port operational update. Find out the latest vessel waiting times and status of ports in Africa, Asia, Oceania, Europe, the Middle East-Indian Subcontinent, North America, and… Read More
Oct. 15, 2025 – The Port of Los Angeles processed 883,053 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in September. While cargo eased 7.5% compared to last year, it helped propel the Port to its best quarter on record. “As trade policy unfolds, we can only predict more unpredictability,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka…. Read More
CHARLESTON, SC—Oct. 16, 2025—SC Ports ended the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 with steady container volumes and strong year-over-year growth for both inland ports and vehicle volumes. The Port of Charleston handled 212,363 TEUs in September, a slight dip below planned volumes as broader trade constrictions are being felt across the industry. Recently expanded… Read More
The National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE) hosted a record-breaking 2025 Annual Meeting in Huntington Beach, California, the first under NAWE President Carl Bentzel’s tenure. Bentzel was appointed President of NAWE in December of 2024 and has been steadily building the organization, bringing a wide range of perspectives into industry dialogue. “NAWE plays a critical… Read More