CHARLESTON, S.C. — Former South Carolina Ports CEO Barbara Melvin is set to receive over $800,000 in severance pay following her abrupt resignation last week. Port officials confirmed Monday that Melvin’s contract had five years remaining and she will receive $822,780 in severance pay following her resignation. A $100,000 contribution will be made to her… Read More
The Delta State Government and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) have renewed efforts to revive the state’s dormant ports as gateways for investment and job creation. On Monday, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori met with the NPA Board of Directors at the EXCO Chambers in Asaba as part of the NPA’s nationwide port inspection tour. During its… Read More
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that expansions to ports in Montreal and Manitoba could be among the first projects fast-tracked under his government’s new major projects bill. Carney said the government will make an announcement about new port infrastructure “in the next two weeks.” “There is a lot happening, it’s the number… Read More
Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), has been elected Vice-President for Africa of the International Association for Ports & Harbours (IAPH), further cementing Nigeria’s growing influence in global maritime affairs. The election, held in Tokyo, marks another milestone for Dantsoho, who previously made history as the first Nigerian to lead… Read More
Built with Chinese support, it shortens shipping time, reducing logistics costs For decades, Chancay was a quiet town north of Lima, Peru, better known for its fishing community and slow rhythm. That changed after the Chancay Port was officially inaugurated in November 2024. Built in just three years through Chinese-Peruvian collaboration, the port shortens the… Read More
