2019 Essential Revenue and Operating Information for the 50 Largest Global Freight Carriers
Up Front
Policy negotiations have put freight patterns in flux.
Despite trade tensions, growth has continued.
How the Netherlands is handling increased demand.
Rankings
 

Mid-Atlantic & South Atlantic

Port Name City Type of Freight TEUs Volume of Freight Tonnage
Port of BaltimoreBaltimorecontainer, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, automobile, refrigerated, passenger962,48245,474,946
Port of ChesterChester, Pa.NANA2,187,677
Port of HopewellHopewell, Va.NANA804,584
Port of Marcus HookMarcus Hook, Pa.NANA14,132,355
Port of Penn ManorPenn Manor, Pa.NANA2,258,031
Port of PhiladelphiaPhiladelphiacontainer, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, automobile, passenger545,40828,523,744
Port of VirginiaNorfolk, Va.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, automobile2,841,01767,251,530
Port CanaveralBrevard County, Fla.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, automobile, heavy lift, special project cargo, passengerNA5,086,577
Port EvergladesBroward County, Fla.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, passenger1,074,88524,901,038
Port ManateeManatee County, Fla.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, special project cargoNA3,791,805
Port of BrunswickBrunswick, Ga.break bulk, dry bulk, automobileNA2,487,757
Port of CharlestonCharleston, S.C.container, break bulk, dry bulk, automobile, refrigerated2,177,55826,980,805
Port of JacksonvilleJacksonville, Fla.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, automobile, heavy lift, refrigerated1,107,55018,526,032
Port of MiamiMiamicontainer, passenger1,047,3047,824,022
Port of Morehead CityMorehead City, N.C.break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk NA2,517,846
Port of Palm BeachPalm Beach, Fla.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, passenger280,9702,470,562
Port of SavannahSavannah, Ga.container, break bulk, heavy lift, automobile, refrigerated 4,046,21339,865,610
Port of TampaTampa, Fla.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, heavy lift, passenger87,52633,120,240
Port of WilmingtonWilmington, N.C.container, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, heavy lift247,5275,518,252
Extras
Spending on ports projects has risen.
Companies and government agencies work to minimize effects of the E.U. departure.
Memphis International retains the top spot; Louisville honors boxing legend.
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Global Freight News
Government, Business, Logistics, Global Freight

Global Trade Surges to $32 Trillion Record in 2022, U.N. Says

The value of global trade is set to reach a new record this year, increasing by about 12% to an estimated $32 trillion, according to a U.N. report that signaled a slowdown heading into 2023.

Bryce Baschuk | Bloomberg News
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Business, Logistics, Global Freight

Maersk CEO Soren Skou Leaves, Will Be Replaced by Vincent Clerc

A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S CEO Soren Skou will step down and will be replaced by Vincent Clerc, the current head of the transport giant’s ocean and logistics business.

Christian Wienberg | Bloomberg News
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Government, Business, Logistics, Global Freight

Consumers Enjoy Tentative Relief as Supply Chains Unclog

The supply backlogs of the past two years — and the delays, shortages and outrageous prices that came with them — have improved dramatically since summer.

Tom Krisher and Paul Wiseman | Associated Press
December 7, 2022
Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics, Global Freight

Savannah Port Terminal to Get $410 Million Upgrade Amid Big Growth

The Port of Savannah plans a $410 million overhaul of one of its sprawling terminals to make room for loading and unloading larger ships while focusing its business almost exclusively on cargo shipped in containers.

Russ Bynum | Associated Press
December 5, 2022
Business, Logistics, Global Freight, Top 50

3PLs Make Debut on Global Freight 50

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Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
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Government, Business, Technology, Logistics, Global Freight

Shipping Prices Fall in Inventory Glut, Upping Broker Deals

U.S. trucking is entering a tumultuous period that will likely reshape the $875 billion industry. Shipping rates that spiked during disruptions caused by the pandemic have plummeted as inventory gluts across the U.S. lowered demand.

Thomas Black | Bloomberg News
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Federal Maritime Commissioners Praise Growth at Port of Mobile

Two members of the Federal Maritime Commission praised the growth, diversity and import-export balance of the Port of Mobile during a visit on Nov. 16.

Lawrence Specker | Alabama Media Group
November 17, 2022
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FedEx Freight Unit Furloughs Workers as Cargo Demand Slows

FedEx Corp.’s freight unit is putting workers on furlough in some U.S. markets, adding to mounting evidence of a cargo slowdown as the company joins other large employers trimming their ranks.

Thomas Black | Bloomberg News
November 14, 2022
Business, Logistics, Global Freight

Supply Chain Woes Accelerate Reshoring, Nearshoring Trend

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic followed by supply chain disruptions around the world has sparked a resurgence of companies bringing sourcing and manufacturing back to the United States or closer to U.S. shores.

Gary Frantz | Special to Transport Topics
November 4, 2022
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Top North American Seaports and Airports Realize Record Volumes

Seaports and airports across North America experienced record-breaking volume in 2021 amid growing consumer demand.

Mike Senatore | Features Coordinator
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