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San Diego Port Unveils Nations First All-Electric Tugboat

The nations first all-electric tugboat has docked at the Port of San Diego and expects to begin emissions-free operations in about a month.

March 12, 2024
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EPA Announces $3 Billion in Clean Port Grants

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $3 billion in grants are available this year in a Clean Ports Program to pay for zero-emission port equipment and infrastructure.

February 29, 2024
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Higher Container Volumes Signal Strong Start to New Year

The four major West Coast ports reported significantly higher volumes to open the new year.

February 29, 2024
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Canada to Invest in Revamp of Port Windsor Grain Terminal

Canada is investing up to $26.3 million to improve multimodal operations in Port Windsor in Ontario at a key grain terminal operated by U.S.-based Archer Daniels Midland Co. that handles corn, soya and canola.

February 27, 2024
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Biden Plans to Boost Port Cybersecurity

WASHINGTON President Joe Biden on Feb. 21 signed an executive order and created a federal rule aimed at better securing the nations ports from potential cyberattacks.

February 21, 2024
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Senators Introduce Freight Border Bill

Legislation meant to ensure border security staff remain at commercial ports of entry was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate.

February 13, 2024
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Ports on Both Coasts Wrap 2023 Below Year-Earlier Levels

The nations port leaders say that while container volume was down in the Pacific, Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico facilities, overall trends for 2024 are pointing up.

January 23, 2024
Business

Update: Port of LA Leader Outlines 2024 Goals

"The Port of Los Angeles ranks as the nations No. 1 container port, Gene Seroka emphasizes. In the annual State of the Port address, the executive director detailed his vision for the port regarding economic growth and environmental actions.

January 18, 2024
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US Trucking Faces Downstream Effects From Suez Canal Attacks

A militant group that is attacking container vessels along the Suez Canal in Egypt is causing shipment disruptions that threaten to inflict downstream effects on the U.S. trucking sector.

January 9, 2024
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Port Leaders Cautiously Optimistic for 2024

The nations port leaders are optimistic that 2024 will be good for container operators as billions in federal, state and private construction money pour into the facilities.

January 2, 2024