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GPA unveils major expansions

At the Georgia Foreign Trade Conference Tuesday, Griff Lynch, executive director of the Georgia Ports Authority, announced the acquisition of 145 contiguous acres to the Port of Savannah, or more than 1 million TEUs in annual capacity. "As the Georgia Ports Authority enters its 75th year, we are proud to follow in the tradition of those who came before us, making exciting advances in capacity and technology to ensure our terminals remain at the forefront of global ... [+]

Together towards a customized machine

Liebherr's port handling machine is specifically tailored to meet the customer's requirements. For example, the uppercarriage has not been seated in the conventional manner, centrally on the rail mounted portal. Instead it has been positioned off-center, towards the side facing the sea. With its ... [+]

Governor Hogan Appoints Baltimore Resident Edward McDonald to Maryland Port Commission

Governor Larry Hogan has appointed Baltimore City resident and former state transportation official Edward F. McDonald to serve on the Maryland Port Commission. Mr. McDonald will fill the seat previously held by Walter Tilley, who stepped down from the commission in November, and will ... [+]

Montreal Port Authority President, CEO Vacon to Retire this Year

The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) announced that Sylvie Vachon has decided to retire in 2020 after 30 years of service, including 11 years as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the MPA. "I make this decision with a sense that I, together with my team, have ... [+]

Port of Oakland Executive Director wants ‘industrial sanctuary’

Calling it “everyone’s Port,” the Port of Oakland’s new leader wants an industrial sanctuary to sustain economic vitality here. Executive Director Danny Wan delivered his State of the Port address on January 20, saying there’s plenty to feel good about. But he ... [+]

Port of Savannah sets calendar year record

The Port of Savannah moved 4.6 million TEUs in Calendar Year 2019, an increase of nearly 250,000 TEUs (5.6%) compared to the previous year, Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) Executive Director Griff Lynch said Tuesday. "This record-breaking accomplishment is thanks to a dedicated team of professionals ... [+]

ASPA, AIT Sign Concession Agreement at Port of Mobile

Alabama State Port Authority (ASPA) and AutoMOBILE International Terminal (AIT) signed a concession agreement on January 22 at the Port of Mobile for a $60 million, finished automobile roll on/roll off terminal currently under construction. AutoMOBILE International Terminal will operate the facility when completed ... [+]

Collaboration Key to POLB’s Future

The Port of Long Beach navigated a trade dispute with China, new technology and evolving trade routes in 2019, culminating in its second-busiest year on record by moving more than 7.6 million twenty-foot equivalent units, Executive Director Mario Cordero announced Wednesday at the annual ... [+]

Montreal Gateway Terminals Partnership place order for four Liebherr ship to shore container cranes

Liebherr Container Cranes and Montreal Gateway Terminals Partnership (MGT) are pleased to announce the signing of a contract for the supply of four ship to shore (STS) container cranes to the Cast Container Terminal in Montreal, Canada. The cranes will be delivered in 2021. Killarney ... [+]

Port NOLA Sets New Container Record in 2019

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) moved more containers in 2019 than at any time in its history, totaling 645,943 TEUs, up 10% compared to one year ago. The record marks the sixth consecutive year the Port surpassed the half million TEU-mark at its ... [+]

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