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Gary G Burrows

Richmond Marine Terminal Debuts New Mobile Harbor Crane

Leaders from the City of Richmond and The Port of Virginia have signed a lease that enables the port to continue to its investment in and operation of Richmond Marine Terminal (RMT) through 2056. A new mobile harbor crane, the port’s most recent investment, was also unveiled at the event. The 40-year lease, which Richmond City Council adopted last fall, cleared the way for the port to implement its strategy to ... [+]

AOC Okays CargoLogicAir for Take-off

CargoLogicAir (CLA), the new British all-cargo airline, has been awarded an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by the UK Civil Aviation Authority. Headquartered at London’s Stansted Airport, CLA is an independent airline with its own executive and management team and fleet. In line with its business strategy, CargoLogicAir aims to become a ... [+]

FedEx Opens Nordic Gateway at CPH

FedEx Express recently opened a new facility at Copenhagen Airport (CPH) that will serve as a hub for inbound and outbound shipments for Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. The facility is the carrier’s ninth new FedEx Express facility in Scandinavia in the past five years. The facility is over 86,000 square feet ... [+]

Halterm Announces Further Investment in Halifax

As a further demonstration of its confidence in the future of Halifax, Halterm Container Terminal Limited has announced another significant investment in upgraded equipment at its international container terminal facility in the Port of Halifax. Halterm CEO & Managing Director, Ashley Dinning, reported that the company had committed an additional $4.5 ... [+]

Oakland Port Commission Renews Project Labor Agreement

Oakland, CA - January 29, 2016: The Port of Oakland Board of Port Commissioners has renewed a project labor agreement that will increase East Bay hiring for Port-related capital projects. The five-year pact approved last night is intended to boost earnings for local workers that totaled $4.4 million in FY14-15 ... [+]

Port of Los Angeles Celebrates 2nd Annual Lunar New Year

The Port of Los Angeles is celebrating the second annual Lunar New Year on February 6 by honoring the Year of the Fire Monkey. This year’s cultural performances will enhance the multicultural experience. New to the Port’s Lunar New year Festival are Fujima Seiyumi Kai, Tai Chi with Angie Sierra and ... [+]

Rickenbacker Sees Significant Success in 2015

Rickenbacker International Airport enjoyed strong success in 2015 and is poised for even greater things in 2016, reports officials at Columbus Regional Airport Authority. “Significant increases in cargo activity, a new international market and new facilities to accommodate growth will only add to the impressive economic impact cargo and logistics already ... [+]

AAFA Supports TTP

The American Apparel & Footwear Association, a trade association representing more than 1,000 brands with members from across the entire fashion supply chain, says TPP will bring opportunities. The trade group  urges the Obama Administration and Congress to work together for timely approval, seamless implementation "With the TPP covering 40% of ... [+]

CaroTrans Announces a Strategic Alliance with Thrutainers International in South Africa

CaroTrans has entered into a significant partnership with Thrutainers International, an established NVOCC in South Africa. This cooperation creates a solid, comprehensive US- Sub-Saharan Africa import/export LCL service network in this important trade lane.  In 2016, Sub-Saharan Africa is forecasted to have a 3.5% GDP increase over 2015, the U.S. ... [+]

C.H. Robinson Opens Second Air Freight Screening Facility

C.H. Robinson opened a new state of the art certified cargo screening facility (CCSF) in Carson, CA, on January 27 that will better support air service in the Los Angeles area, reduce delays for customers, and improve tracking capabilities. This is the second CCSF operated by C.H. Robinson. The first ... [+]

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