The St. Bernard Port, Harbor, and Terminal District has entered into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Corn Belt Ports and other lower Mississippi River Louisiana ports. This partnership aims to enhance infrastructure, business development, and unify ports along the Upper and Lower Mississippi River to support shared interests. The agreement's goals include expanding global markets for U.S. agricultural products, improving federal infrastructure investment, and supporting navigation channel maintenance and MARAD Marine Highway programs. Executive Director Drew Heaphy expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting its potential to innovate and streamline agricultural transportation. The agreement was signed on September 20, 2024.

The Port of Port Arthur has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek qualified firms to provide financial advisory services. These services are intended to support the Port with various financial matters starting upon contract execution. Sealed proposals must be submitted to the office of Port Director Larry Kelley by 2:00 p.m. local time on November 6, 2024, at 221 Houston Avenue, Port Arthur, TX. Late submissions or electronic submittals will not be accepted. For mailed proposals, use P.O. Box 1428, Port Arthur, TX 77641.

PhilaPort has launched its Strategic Plan: Destination 2040, a comprehensive 15-year roadmap designed to enhance port infrastructure, drive economic growth, and expand capacity. Developed over two years, the plan outlines key initiatives, including new land acquisitions, additional berths, and diversified cargo operations. With over $2 billion in projects, PhilaPort aims to handle an extra 2 million TEUs and create nearly 9,000 direct jobs by 2040. The plan aligns with PhilaPort’s commitment to sustainability, economic prosperity, and supporting the region’s growing logistics demands.

The exhibit hall for the 113th Annual Convention & Expo is sold out! Take a look at the full exhibitor list and make a plan to visit the hall to meet the innovative businesses showcasing the products and services that are moving the port industry into the future. If you haven't registered yet for this year's convention, don't miss out. 

 

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The Port of Galveston, operating independently without tax revenues or city funding since 1940, has successfully maintained financial self-sufficiency through operational revenues, bonds, and grants. Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, the Port avoided layoffs and financial deficits, thanks to prudent fiscal management. With the recent resurgence of the cruise industry, the Port has achieved record revenues, allowing for over $300 million in improvements, including a new cruise terminal and parking garage. As Port revenues grow, so do the city's benefits, with projected increases in payments and tax revenues from the cruise business.

The Port of Everett has earned international recognition with two Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The Port received a Silver Award for its Norton Terminal Development, which transformed a former mill site into a modern cargo terminal supporting over 950 jobs and environmental cleanup. Additionally, the Port earned a Bronze Award for its Blue Heron Slough Habitat Restoration, a 353-acre project that restored estuarine habitat to aid in species recovery and improve environmental sustainability. These awards highlight the Port’s commitment to balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship.

The Port Authority of Guam’s Board of Directors has approved a public-private partnership to manage and upgrade Guam's critical fuel infrastructure, including the Golf Fuel Pier, Foxtrot Fuel Pier 1, and Area A Fuel Tank Farm. This decision aims to address infrastructure damage caused by Typhoon Mawar and strengthen Guam's fuel supply chain resilience for both civilian and military needs. The Port will maintain full ownership of its fuel facilities while leveraging private sector expertise for operations, maintenance, and capital improvements. This initiative aligns with national defense priorities and ensures the long-term sustainability of Guam’s fuel infrastructure.

MARSEC Corp. is a small, veteran-owned business comprised primarily of retired U.S. Coast Guard personnel who specialize in: Drafting Maritime Security and/or Safety Plans and providing Third-Party Plan Audits to both Facilities and Vessels; Providing USCG approved, IMO-compliant, Facility, Vessel, and Company Security Officer Training; Drafting and Facilitating Maritime Security and Response Plan Exercises for both Facilities and Vessels; Drafting Facility and Vessel Response Plans and Operations Manuals; and Drafting Port Security Grant Applications.

 

We are Synthetex. A dedicated team of creative thinkers who engineer and manufacture technical fabric systems to protect infrastructure on land, in water and subsea. Our team becomes your team from solution identification through installation… for the good of the project, your business and the world.

 

ABB delivers automation and electrical systems for container and bulk cargo handling - from ship to gate, making terminal operations safer, greener and more productive.

 

Integrated commercial electric fencing solutions that deter criminals, prevent theft and fiercely protect your business and property. All for a manageable monthly fee.

 

Ragnar Benson Construction, a MasTec company, is a full-service general contractor specializing in freight and commuter rail, intermodal and auto facilities, ports, and industrial facilities. Based in Illinois, the company offers a wide range of delivery models including preconstruction services, general contracting, construction manager/general contractor (CM/GC), construction management at risk (CMAR), and design-build (DB) or engineering procurement & construction (EPC) services.

 

ISC is a San Francisco based consultancy, delivering business value through data science, software infrastructure, software engineering, project management, high performance computing and machine learning/AI. We work with clients in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, automotive, scientific, fintech, and manufacturing industries.

  

Engineering and consulting firm which specializes in port equipment consulting, port facility engineering, and equipment maintenance.

 

The Detroit Wayne County Port Authority (DWCPA) is a government agency advancing southeast Michigan’s maritime and related industries with the purpose of delivering prosperity and economic benefit to our citizens and businesses. For more than 35 years, the DWCPA has worked to bolster the community by being the connection between the maritime industry and the Great Lakes region, raising awareness of the importance of the Port of Detroit and how the cargo and vessel activity generates economic impact for the State of Michigan.

Executive Director - Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency; Riviera, Florida; GovHR USA

 

Workforce Development Manager; Oakland, California; Port of Oakland

 

Managing Director, Economic Development; Seattle, Washington; Port of Seattle

 

Port Engineer; Palm Beach, Florida; Port of Palm Beach

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Dan Lee

Bloomberg

 

Zach Strickland, FW Market Expert & Market Analyst

Freightwaves

 

Peter Tirschwell

Wall Street Journal

 

Michael Angell

Journal of Commerce

 

Maritime Executive

 

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