Public ports in the United States play an important role in local and regional economies throughout the nation. They generate business development and provide employment to more than 13 million Americans, which includes those that work at the ports themselves and those employed in global trade and import/export support services. According to the American Association of Port Authorities, U.S. business activities related to waterborne commerce contribute more than $3 trillion to America’s economy. Seaport activities alone account for tens of millions in federal, state and local tax revenues. There are approximately 360 commercial ports that serve the United States, according to the U.S Coast Guard. Many of these accommodate ocean-going cargo, as well as barges, ferries and recreational watercraft. More than 150 deep draft seaports are located along the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans as well as the Great Lakes, the Gulf of Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Port of South Louisiana ranks first in cargo volume (in tonnage) among U.S. Ports, followed by the Port of Houston, Texas and the Ports of New York and New Jersey (Port Newark). Many of the country’s most prominent ports work closely with private industry in the development and financing of maritime-related facilities. More than 60 U.S. ports are now nearing the end of a five-year infrastructure development project created to expand and modernize their facilities for more efficient cargo movement. A by-product of this effort, beside additional job creation, is helping to make American exports more competitive overseas. America’s port authorities play a key role in the business of waterborne commerce. Their authority may also incorporate other global trade hubs such as airports, industrial parks and Foreign Trade Zones. Since 9/11, there has also been a renewed appreciation of the role that port authorities play in national security.
Surge in U.S. Inbound Containers Signals Economic Growth in 2024
In the opening months of 2024, the United States has witnessed a significant surge in inbound container volumes, signaling robust… Read More
Port of Hueneme Trade Delegation Explores Business Opportunities in Mexico
The port of Hueneme, California and the port of Ensenada, Mexico, have embarked on a commitment to work together and… Read More
First Special Reefer Cargo Arrives at Savannah
The first containers of imported produce to undergo a special cold-treatment have arrived at the Port of Savannah’s Garden City… Read More
Port Manatee Container Volume up 83 percent
Signifying its burgeoning role as a containerized cargo gateway, Port Manatee reports it handled 83 percent more container units in… Read More
State Funding Sought for Virginia Port Terminal Expansion
The Virginia Port Authority (VPA) is seeking $350 million from the state’s General Assembly to expand capacity at Norfolk International… Read More
Port Everglades Welcomes Largest Container Ship in Port’s History
The largest container cargo ship in the history of Broward County’s Port Everglades arrived on October 18 and was in… Read More
Logistics Plus Partners with Airport and Maritime Port to Activate new Foreign Trade Zone
A new-general purpose foreign trade zone (FTZ) warehousing and distribution facility was opened at Tom Ridge Field at Erie International… Read More
Multi-Modal Transportation Hub Made Possible with TIGER Funding Completed
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) celebrated last week the completion of the South Harbor Project at America’s… Read More
Volvo Breaks Ground for New South Carolina Assembly Plant
Undeterred by the serious damage and flooding wrought by Hurricane Joaquin, Volvo recently celebrated the groundbreaking at its new auto… Read More
Jacksonville Moves Special Heavy-Lift Cargo
Highly-trained master riggers at the Port of Jacksonville recently moved 14 aluminum crew boats through the heavy lift and specialty… Read More
Port Executives To Stress Freight Transportation Priorities In Meetings With Federal Policymakers
More than 20 U.S. port authority officials and their key staff, representing seaports from all four U.S. coasts, will gather… Read More
SCPA Generates Record Container, Breakbulk Cargo Volume
On the heels of announcing five-year plans for growth, investment and cargo base expansion, the South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA)… Read More
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