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The Port of Baltimore was humming along as it handled a record level of cargo in 2023. The collapse of the Key Bridge changed everything.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told Business Insider that as long as the Port of Baltimore isn't fully functional, the impact "will be felt a.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderApr 16th, 2024

Port of Baltimore had a record-breaking 2019 with plans to grow

The Port of Baltimore handled 43.6 million tons of international cargo in 2019 — a new record for the combined amount moved through the state- and privately-owned marine terminals. The high figure was boosted by an increase in the number of container.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsFeb 13th, 2020

Port of Los Angeles reassessing security protocol following Baltimore bridge collapse

Los Angeles Port Police Chief Thomas Gazsi is leading a top-to-bottom review of such protocol and security measures at the port......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 22nd, 2024

Owner of ship in Baltimore bridge collapse asks cargo owners to help cover salvage costs

Owner of ship in Baltimore bridge collapse asks cargo owners to help cover salvage costs.....»»

Category: topSource: yahooApr 18th, 2024

Bridge Collapse: Moody"s Cuts Maryland Transportation Authority"s Debt Outlook To Negative

Bridge Collapse: Moody's Cuts Maryland Transportation Authority's Debt Outlook To Negative The fallout from the Port of Baltimore bridge.....»»

Category: worldSource: nytApr 10th, 2024

"Trench warfare": Food companies fight for customers amid port closure

Baltimore food companies have revamped how they import and export goods in the wake of the bridge collapse and port closure. From soybean farmers to coffee importers, here's how companies are adapting......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 10th, 2024

Vancouver"s Record Mid-Year Report Can"t Hide Trade Turbulence

The Port of Vancouver handled a record amount of cargo in volumes and containers during the first half of 2019 as Canada's largest maritime trade hub showed resilience but not immunity to economic headwinds. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaAug 16th, 2019

Sensors on new California bridge to record earthquake data

A replacement bridge under construction at the nation's second-busiest port isn't just a crucial route for cargo trucks and Southern California commuters — it's a concrete-and-steel science experiment for engineers and seismologists......»»

Category: topSource: foxnewsSep 4th, 2018

Port of Savannah set containerized cargo record in 2018

The Port of Savannah handled a record 4.35 million twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) last year, a 7.5 percent increase over 2017, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) reported Tuesday. Last month was the busiest ever for Savannah's container.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJan 29th, 2019

Port Of Baltimore Partially Reopens, Allowing Trapped Cargo Ships To Exit  

Port Of Baltimore Partially Reopens, Allowing Trapped Cargo Ships To Exit.....»»

Category: personnelSource: nytApr 26th, 2024

"None Of This Should"ve Happened": Baltimore Takes Container Ship Owner & Manager To Court Over Bridge Collapse 

"None Of This Should've Happened": Baltimore Takes Container Ship Owner & Manager To Court Over Bridge Collapse  Balt.....»»

Category: smallbizSource: nytApr 25th, 2024

Baltimore officials accused the ship that crashed into the Key Bridge of being "unseaworthy" and leaving port even though its alarms had already gone off

In a legal filing on Monday, Ba.....»»

Category: smallbizSource: nytApr 24th, 2024

IMC, Dunavant take on challenges after Baltimore bridge collapse

Logistics companies, including in Memphis, and East Coast ports show resilience after the Baltimore bridge collapse......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 17th, 2024

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: FBI Agents Board Container Ship In "Court-Authorized" Investigation 

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: FBI Agents Board Container Ship In "Cou.....»»

Category: smallbizSource: nytApr 15th, 2024

Port of Long Beach posts record year during coronavirus crisis

Cargo traffic was pushed over the top by a record December and fourth quarter as well......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJan 15th, 2021

US oil price crashes to record low as coronavirus hits demand

U.S. oil prices crashed below $5 a barrel on Monday, hitting the lowest level since the contract launched in 1983, as the collapse in demand triggered by the coronavirus pandemic leaves the world awash with crude that it is struggling to store......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 20th, 2020

Maryland port chief stepping down

James J. White announced late Wednesday he will resign as executive director of the Maryland Port Administration at the end of the year. White led the Port of Baltimore to record growth during two stints totaling 18 years leading the agency. His r.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsDec 4th, 2019

Jaxport sets new cargo record

Jaxport saw record volumes in 2019 of containers, autos and overall cargo. JAXPORT moved more than 1.338 million twenty-foot equivalent units, a 5 percent increase from 2018 - which was also a record year at the port. The port has seen four consec.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsOct 25th, 2019

Port of Savannah sets monthly container record in August

The Port of Savannah set a record for containerized cargo last month, handling 437,750 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) at the Garden City Terminal, the Georgia Ports Authority reported Tuesday. That represents a 16.5% increase over Augus.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsSep 24th, 2019

Rail cargo up 10.5% at Port of Savannah

The Port of Savannah set a record for intermodal cargo last month, handling 47,255 rail lifts, an increase of 10.5% over July of last year. The growth in freight rail at Savannah comes as the first sections of new track have become operational on t.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsAug 13th, 2019

June imports fall at top U.S. hub for China ocean trade

The Los Angeles and Long Beach port complex, the nation's busiest and the No. 1 for ocean trade with China, - handled 5.1%fewer inbound containers of cargo in June, as the trade standoff between Washington and Beijing disrupts global supply chains......»»

Category: topSource: reutersJul 11th, 2019