The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority welcomed the Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) 2024 Annual Summit to Toledo September 4-6, marking the first time the event has been hosted outside of Central Ohio. The Summit, themed “Empowering Growth: Unleashing Ohio’s Innovation Economy in Your Community,” featured notable speakers, including Nathan Ohle, Yvette McGee Brown, Lydia Mihalik, and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. The event had over 450 attendees, exceeding expectations and showcasing the charm and successes of Northwest Ohio.

The Port of San Diego demonstrated the tandem-lift capability of its new all-electric mobile harbor cranes, the first of their kind in North America, at the Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal on September 17, 2024. These cranes, part of the Port’s commitment to zero-emissions cargo handling by 2030, represent a major step in improving air quality and supporting clean energy goals. With a lifting capacity of up to 400 metric tons, the cranes also boost the Port’s ability to handle large cargo and compete for business in the region.

The Port of Cleveland's board has approved $170 million in bond financing to support transformative projects, including the expansion of Momentive Technologies, the Valor Acres redevelopment, and school renovations for Constellation Schools. These initiatives reflect the Port's commitment to regional economic growth and cultural sustainability. Notable projects include a $93 million mixed-use development and $7 million for energy efficiency upgrades at the Toledo Museum of Art, part of a broader effort to drive community development and environmental stewardship across Northeast Ohio.

The Port of Caddo-Bossier has announced the addition of Park Place Truck Parking, a new tenant offering secure parking for commercial vehicles, buses, and RVs at a 10-acre facility in Shreveport. Located away from the main port campus, this facility addresses a critical need for safe vehicle parking, complete with security fences, cameras, and LED lighting. The parking lot, which features 152 concrete spaces, provides monthly leases for local drivers affected by laws prohibiting parking on public roads.

The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) has named Lauren Gleason as its new Port Director, overseeing all Maritime business areas. Gleason has held several key roles at Massport since 2017, including Interim Port Director and Deputy Port Director of Business Development. As Port Director, she will manage strategic initiatives, financial operations, and safety for the Port of Boston, which generates $8.2 billion in annual economic impact. Massport CEO Rich Davey praised Gleason's expertise, noting her contributions to expanding both the cargo and cruise sectors.

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK), operated by the Port of Oakland, has earned Level Three Airport Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International. This milestone recognizes OAK's efforts to reduce carbon emissions, including engaging partners like airlines and ground handlers in emission reduction strategies. As part of its long-term sustainability goals, OAK is committed to achieving zero emissions from its owned operations by 2040, contributing to the broader goal of net zero emissions at North American airports by 2050.

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) and the New Orleans Public Belt (NOPB) have resumed normal operations following Hurricane Francine, as of September 13, 2024. Preliminary damage assessments revealed no significant damage to port facilities or infrastructure, and all four bridges on the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (IHNC) are back to full operations. The Port of New Orleans Administration Building has also reopened.

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