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.
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Significant Impact on Local Port and Economy, Limited Effect on US Economy Overall
The recent incident involving the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, which was struck by a container ship, is… Read More
Record Containers for PANYNJ in July
The Port of New York and New Jersey handled a record number of shipping containers in July. The growth rate… Read More
North Florida Logistics Freight Logistics Zone in the Works
Northeast Florida is planning to be the first in the state to have a freight logistics zone identified and ready… Read More
SC Ports Authority Reports Strong Performance
The South Carolina Ports Authority reported 2015 fiscal year-end operating earnings of $30.4 million and revenues of $196.8 million, significant… Read More
Governor, Assembly Speaker visit Port of Oakland, Call for Transportation Fix
Top California state officials came to the Port of Oakland last week seeking support to fix an ailing transportation infrastructure…. Read More
Port of Oakland Imports Jumped 8.7 Percent in July
Imports extended their growth streak to five straight months at the Port of Oakland in July. The port said last… Read More
Port Tampa Bay to Develop New Cold Storage Facility
The Board of Commissioners of Port Tampa Bay last week approved entering into a 27-year lease with Port Logistics Tampa… Read More
EPA Enters Agreement with PANYNJ and Terminal Operators to Cut Pollution
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced agreements last month with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and… Read More
Setting Cargo Records At Port Hueneme
In a year that included west coast congestion issues, Port Hueneme is reporting its highest cargo year in its 78… Read More
Container Volume Up at Long Beach, Down at Los Angeles
Despite the fact that they are separated, almost literally, by a dotted line on the map, the latest cargo figures… Read More
Significant Progress in Plan to Develop Philadelphia Port Complex
The Philadelphia Regional Port Authority (PRPA) has said “significant progress” is being made in its plan to develop its Southport… Read More
Cargomatic Launches Service in New York
NEW YORK. August 12, 2015 — Cargomatic, a technology platform that connects shippers and truckers, announced its official launch into… Read More
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