Reinhart Starts as Head of Virginia Port Authority
John Reinhart has begun as CEO of the Virginia Port Authority and will oversee a restructuring effort already under way, according to the port.
February 10, 2014Wash. Ports Ask FMC to Allow Discussions of Rates, Operations
Officials at the ports of Seattle and Tacoma, Wash., have filed a request with the Federal Maritime Commission for a “discussion agreement” that would allow them to talk about rates and operations, which is usually prohibited under antitrust regulations.
February 4, 2014Cargo Volumes Increase at Southern Calif., South Carolina Ports
Cargo volume increased in November over the previous year at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and at both of South Carolina’s seaports, port agencies said.
December 17, 2013S.C. Port Truckers Must Register in Clean Truck Program by Dec. 31
Truckers doing business in South Carolina's ports have until Dec. 31 to register for the South Carolina Ports Authority’s Clean Truck Certification Program.
December 17, 2013S.C. Ports to Begin Clean Truck Certification Program
The South Carolina Ports Authority said it will begin a Clean Truck Certification program Jan. 1, requiring trucks to have engines manufactured in 1994 or later.
November 7, 2013Reinhart Named Virginia Port Authority Executive Director
The Virginia Port Authority Board selected John Reinhart as its new executive director, Gov. Bob McDonnell said in a statement Oct. 31.
November 4, 2013House OKs Bill Authorizing Improvements at Ports Ahead of Panama Canal Expansion
The U.S. House of Representatives last week passed legislation authorizing dredging and other improvements at ports to accommodate massive cargo ships that are expected to come through a widened Panama Canal.
October 28, 2013Fla. Gov. Scott Announces Commitment of $35 Million for Florida Ports
Florida Gov. Rick Scott (R) will recommend to the state legislature $35 million for strategic port projects.
October 18, 2013Port of Baltimore Strike Enters 2nd Day
An International Longshoremen’s Association strike that halted cargo handling activity at the Port of Baltimore entered its second day Oct. 17, the Maryland Port Administration said, with arbitration that could end the walkout scheduled for tomorrow.
October 17, 2013Port of Los Angeles Top Executive Announces Retirement
Port of Los Angles Executive Director Geraldine Knatz will retire at the end of the year. She will become the first senior manager to leave during Mayor Eric Garcetti's review of the city's top department heads, the Los Angeles Times reported.
October 4, 2013