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New record for general cargo at Port of Baltimore state-owned terminals

The Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore has achieved a new cargo volume recordat its state-owned public marine terminals, handling 11.6 million tons of general cargo during the 2023 fiscal year. The milestone surpasses the previous record of 11 million tons set during fiscal year 2019 – the year before the international maritime industry experienced worldwidepandemic-related impacts.While the general cargo record was achieved in the fiscal year that ended June ... [+]

Port of Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project Advances to Final Phase

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has awarded the fourth and final contract of the Port of Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project (CIP) to Callan Marine, Ltd., signaling the conclusion of a national infrastructure initiative that will render the ship channel the most ... [+]

Port of Longview gets West Coast’s 1st and 2nd heavy lift reachstackers

The West Coast’s first and second 130-ton Kalmar Super Gloria Reachstackers joined the Port of Longview’s fleet this summer, expanding its reach in the breakbulk industry both literally and figuratively.The machines have immediately increased the Port’s operational capacity. Previously relying on its two Liebherr mobile ... [+]

ZIM offers direct service between WCSA and Savannah

Ocean carrier ZIM is now offering a first-of-its-kind direct service between the Port of Savannah and the West Coast of South America to support the growing perishables market.“We’re excited to be the first U.S. port of call on this new ZIM service,” said Flavio Batista, ... [+]

Economic Report: Port of Oakland generates nearly 100,000 local jobs

According to an economic impact report, the Port of Oakland generates 98,345 local jobs. As the second largest job generator in Oakland and the fifth largest job generator in the region, the Port remains a critical source of economic opportunity and jobs in Northern California. The ... [+]

Port of South Louisiana, HOST present vision for full development of Avondale Global Gateway

As the Port of South Louisiana (PortSL) and HOST move forward with the sale of Avondale Global Gateway and their joint efforts to further develop the property, PortSL and HOST are releasing their vision for future growth.“We have a transformational opportunity to attract new industries ... [+]

Port of Long Beach sees cargo lull in August

The Port of Long Beach saw a modest start to the traditional "peak" shipping season as warehouses remained overstocked and consumers continued to pivot toward travel and other summertime activities.Dockworkers and terminal operators moved 682,312 twenty-foot equivalent units last month, a 15.4% decline from August ... [+]

AAPA LATAM Announces Collaboration with World Bank

For the first time, AAPA LATAM announced a collaboration with the World Bank. Under the partnership, the World Bank will provide expertise, guidance, and support with respect to this year’s XXXI AAPA LATAM Convention of Ports. They will also participate in LATAM programming specific to ... [+]

GPA, CSX offer new ‘Carolina Connector’ service

North Carolina importers and exporters can now tap into a faster supply chain through a direct rail connection between the Port of Savannah and Rocky Mount, North Carolina via the CSX Carolina Connector (CCX) Intermodal terminal. “This is an exciting logistics solution for existing and new ... [+]

CMA CGM completes acquisition of GCT Bayonne and New York container terminals

CMA CGM Group has finalized its acquisition of Global Container Terminals (GCT) Bayonne and New York terminals. Through this strategic investment, the Group strengthens its position as a global port terminal operator, and a leading supply chain player in the United States providing end to ... [+]

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