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
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
Savannah Dredging Project Three Months Ahead of Schedule
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin the $706 million deepening of the outer edge of the Port of… Read More
California Ports Call for State Support to Remain Globally Competitive
California ports are in a competitive fight and could use Sacramento’s support, said Port of Oakland Executive Director Chris Lytle… Read More
Sealand to Offer New Port Everglades Service
Ocean carrier Sealand will begin making regular calls at Port Everglades, Florida, later this month as part of its new… Read More
More Asian Cargo Destined For East Coast Ports at Expense of West
The Asia-to east coast North America trade is growing strongly, bringing with it a host of new services, and rate… Read More
Georgia Plans New Appalachian Inland Intermodal Port
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA), Murray County, and CSX Transportation have signed a memorandum of agreement… Read More
Seattle, Tacoma Join Forces to Generate Container Surge
In advance of finalizing the details of the Northwest Seaport Alliance at a joint meeting Aug. 4, the ports of… Read More
The Post-Panamax Effect
The Panama Canal expansion project, the first major renovation the canal has undergone since its opening in 1914, will have… Read More
Port of Gulfport Loses Out on Channel Deepening Project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has scrapped a plan to deepen the main channel at the Port of… Read More
Port Logistics Group Opens Operations in Savannah
Port Logistics Group announced last week that the company has opened operations in Savannah, Georgia, with two new distribution customers…. Read More
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