North America

Two Californian ports have reported continued disruption to the supply chain as coronavirus (COVID-19) takes its toll on port and shipping operations.

Canadian ports are experiencing significant disruption as a result of rail blockades established in opposition to a natural gas pipeline project.

Two California ports will collaborate to identify and address operational issues to improve efficiency and lower costs for shippers while improving sustainability, business continuity and security.

The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) has said it is concerned over significant declines to federally funded, port-related programmes in President Trump’s fiscal 2021 budget.

The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has shared progress its work to increase capacity and secure new business.

The Port of Los Angeles has announced initiatives for terminal efficiency, digital leadership and workforce development in 2020.

Cargo volume dropped 3.5% in November at the Port of Long Beach as restrictive tariffs continued to affect the national supply chain.

Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is committing up to CAD$300m in financing for a new container terminal in the country.

The Port of Houston Authoritys commissioners voted to limit arrivals of container ships and shutdown two-way traffic in the Houston Ship Channel. Gordon Feller investigates the impact.

Continued growth is being accommodated with new capacity at Montreal. AJ Keyes discovers how the port is well-placed for future success.