Port Leaders at Legislative Summit Want Permitting Reform
WASHINGTON — U.S. port leaders say the permitting and government review process to get projects approved needs to be improved.
AAPA Report Shows Growing Importance of Port System
WASHINGTON — A new report compiled for the American Association of Port Authorities shows that ports and the maritime industry played a critical role in economic growth last year.
Port Leaders Push Wind Power as Long-Term Solution
AURORA, Colo. — Port leaders believe they are part of the solution to capturing renewable wind energy off of their coasts and under their operation with giant wind turbines that float on the water.
Ports Consider Digitization Strategies to Track Cargo
AURORA, Colo. — Ports and shippers are exploring ambitious port digitization and tracking system projects that allow stakeholders across the supply chain to track cargo in real time.
Port Leaders See Viability of Inland Facilities
AURORA, Colo. — As land around the nation’s congested seaports gets more expensive, executives at AAPA's annual convention said a viable option is to develop inland ports.
AAPA CEO Connor to Retire Oct. 1 After Four Years at Helm
American Association of Port Authorities CEO Chris Connor announced he is retiring effective Oct. 1.
Port Leaders Look to Future
WASHINGTON — White House Supply Chain Envoy Stephen Lyons told attendees at the AAPA Legislative Summit that the nation’s transportation system was severely tested during recent years.
Port Leaders to Stress Facilities’ Role in Supply Chain
Port leaders from around the nation will be in Washington on March 27-30 for the annual Legislative Summit hosted by American Association of Port Authorities.
Port Leaders Optimistic Over Funding, Supply Chain
ORLANDO, Fla. — With an influx of funds expected to exceed $25 billion for rebuilding and expansion, the nation’s coastal and inland facilities are beginning a “golden age,” port leaders say.
Port of Long Beach’s Mario Cordero Concerned Over Snag in Rail Talks
ORLANDO, Fla. — Of the two major labor negotiations, Port of Long Beach Executive Director Mario Cordero is most concerned about the stalled railroad workers/management talks.
October 18, 2022