Lebanese officials blame confiscated highly explosive material for the blast, according to reports.
Two logistics parks are in operation nearby and more are to come in Alabama.
LaQuenta Jacobs promoted to provide cultural leadership and strategic direction.
Jacksonville, Florida, port this week also welcomed the largest LNG-powered ro-ro vessel on its maiden voyage to the United States.
“It is paramount that we see progress with crew changeovers,” says The Mission to Seafarers.
Digital platform is designed to provide shippers end-to-end transparency.
Supply chain strategy set “to seamlessly and efficiently import materials and export tires to global markets.”
Canadian Union of Public Employees says port labor toils for 19 days before receiving a two-day break.
“Cargo volume reductions related to COVID-19 were offset by the strength of our export markets and record volumes earlier in the year,” says GPA Executive Director Griff Lynch.
Orient Overseas Container Line briefly outlines performance for the second quarter and first six months of 2020.
“This outperformance once again demonstrates that we are in the right locations, and a focus on origin and destination cargo will continue to deliver the right balance between growth and resilience,” Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem says.
Raja Narayanan joins industry disrupter “at this pivotal time where the world is adapting to the new normal.”
Wrecked car carrier, with some 4,200 vehicles on board, has been on its side in St. Simons Sound since September.
Delivering on promise will mean fewer headaches and delays, container shipping line says.
Developed by A.P. Møller – Maersk and IBM two years ago, the neutral platform was publishing 2 million events per day within a year and a half.
World’s largest container shipping line is “committed to a carbon-neutral future of transport and logistics.”
Ridgeville, South Carolina, facility will create more than 1,000 jobs.
“Tom Hanks’ work throughout his career reflects a deep respect for those who serve.”
Operational lower level essential to movement of goods and economic recovery.
“Employer groups should not play American ports against one another,” says longshore union leader.
Total number of TEUs moved in June down 17.1% year-over-year.
Transaction volumes in China surged by an incredible 430% when factories reopened at the end of February.
CEO Jim Newsome optimistic about economic recovery in 2021.
Analysis concludes West Coast ports have lost 19.4% of market share since 2006.
‘There is an increasing risk that fatigue and mental health issues could lead to serious maritime accidents.’
Canadian Transportation Safety Board examining ‘rare occurrence’ in Welland Canal.
Matthew Waller will receive the Distinguished Service Award during EDGE 2020 Live!
Canceled San Pedro Bay calls more than doubled in the first half of the year compared to 2019.
Boost attributed to retailers trying to beat capacity constraints and rate hikes.
International Maritime Organization warns crew change prohibitions during the coronavirus pandemic have led to a growing humanitarian crisis.
Within moments, international freight brokers will be able to protect perishable goods.
WSC says one-1,000th of 226 million containers shipped each year are lost.
Cause of blaze at the Blount Island Marine Terminal remains under investigation.
Group of nine container carriers has banded together for digital standardization.
Neptune Orient Lines will be renamed CMA CGM Asia Pacific Ltd.
A tip led investigators to the 90 bricks of cocaine weighing nearly 226 pounds.
MARAD Administrator Mark Buzby and Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan receive Maritime Leadership Award.
Total cargo volume is down 7.8% this year because of reduced import demand.
HTA CEO Weston LaBar says West Coast container ports have suffered a 19.4% loss in market share since 2006.
Carrier recognizes ‘the importance of digitalization across the shipping industry.’
Work stoppage will impact operations at two port terminals.
Governments, container carriers and port authorities agree it’s about time communications among them were improved.
A language barrier of sorts may be blocking shipping lines and ports from adopting common technology platforms.
Search underway for gunmen after prospective employee is slain in Jacksonville.
TV news reports at least one person critically injured at facility in Jacksonville, Florida.
Long Beach mayor taps ILWU officer Bobby Olvera Jr. to serve as commissioner.
HC-130 Hercules aircraft deployed on mission covering a 4,000-square-mile area.
South Carolina Ports Authority adopts financial plan for fiscal year 2021.
The new class of container ships is part of HMM’s quest to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
EU e-commerce regulation will bring “one of the most impactful changes.”
Details surrounding the incident are sketchy as rescuers are dispatched.
Although “Containers Don’t Lie,” the story they are telling may not reveal the entire picture.
Maersk Container Industries donated services to apply artwork showcasing lifesaving work.
Roundup comprises elections and selections by Atlas Air, Elemica, Georgia Ports Authority, Hapag-Lloyd, NCBFAA and VeriShip.
The container ship helping set the record is longer than the Eiffel Tower is tall and capable of carrying 384 million pairs of shoes.
Fiscal-year finish 50,000 containers below plan is forecast.
Washington State Potato Commission wants you to get fries with that burger.
Port Logistics operates a 140,000-square-foot refrigerated warehouse at Berth 219.
Reduced number of canceled sailings indicates return of cargo.
On the plus side, the Appalachian Regional Port nearly doubles the number of containers handled.
Clients can help support a hydroelectric power project in China and a forest protection program in Zimbabwe
Instead of whipping around at 500 mph, a broken Snap Back Arrestor rope simply drops to the ground
Averitt, OmniTRAX, Duluth Seaway Port Authority and Port of Newcastle announce appointments
The master has been charged in connection with the overboard loss of 50 containers
Gene Seroka reports worst May in more than a decade, predicts 15% of import cargo won’t return
Three hundred vessels will be equipped to measure and report meteorological data
Bill Doyle has been steering the Dredging Contractors of America
Sister ship will transport cargo while turbocharger is repaired in New Jersey
Crews stranded during the pandemic have garnered media attention — “and that’s a good thing”
Peaceful protests and work stoppages take place on day of burial
French carrier trumpets its resilience and agility during coronavirus crisis
Firefighters injured in explosion aboard Höegh Xiamen after loading operations completed
Operations at ports from Maine to Texas will cease for one hour Tuesday as ILA and USMX show respect for George Floyd
Coast Guard medevacs crewman injured in engine room fire
Höegh Xiamen still smoldering as authorities investigate cause of Florida explosion
Thomas Gazsi salutes his officers for helping protect LA-area protesters’ First Amendment rights
Alabama State Port Authority and APM Terminals Mobile will help get products to customers quickly
Two space-sharing alliances already have canceled 75 voyages through September
Global stewardship includes aim to be carbon neutral by 2050
Australian authorities say pollution of marine environment could have been avoided
‘Blue economy’ provides about $373 billion of nation’s gross domestic product
Digital Container Shipping Association establishes internet of things standards for connectivity
Sysco, Svitzer, Adnavem and AddSecure add industry all-stars
Net loss whittled from $24.3 million last year to $11.9 million in Q1 2020
Litigious society wants someone to pay for coronavirus-related business losses
APL England escorted to Port of Brisbane after 40 containers are lost and nearly 75 others are damaged
Authorities blame heavy seas off Australian coast for loss of medical supplies, household appliances and building materials
Kuehne + Nagel’s Bill Rooney takes aim at RFQs and bunker surcharges in remarks to Agriculture Transportation Coalition
Ship calls and volume expected to pick up in July, officials from South Carolina and New York/New Jersey ports tell the Agriculture Transportation Coalition
Canceled shipments hurt carriers as much as blanked sailings sting customers, says Hamburg Süd’s president for North America
Quick action sets the bar for terminal operators across the country, says Agriculture Transportation Coalition chief
Port of LA chief promotes nationwide port optimization system to enhance visibility and improve execution
Agriculture Transportation Coalition hears pandemic’s effect on global movement of goods
Pandemic-caused shortages put spotlight on importance of cargo moved through California ports
Nine carriers in the Digital Container Shipping Association say eliminating paper from transactions will improve all aspects of the process.
Northwest Seaport Alliance reports 39 canceled sailings in first four months of 2020.
European Commission scrutinizing financial incentives from South Korean government
German carrier is cutting costs and counting cash as the economic impact from the pandemic is expected to hit Q2 results.
San Pedro Bay complex braces for more blanked sailings as coronavirus pandemic rages on.
Taiwanese carrier among Asian container shipping lines criticized for government subsidies.