North America

Flood congestion action
2021-11-26T14:15:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
Congestion prevention action is underway in Canada following flooding that cut off a port.
Dwell penalty postponed
2021-11-23T17:14:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
A dwell fee on import containers lingering at two California ports has been postponed.
Greenfield operator deal
2021-11-18T11:56:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
An operator deal has been signed for a US$1bn greenfield container terminal in the US.
Floods cut off port
2021-11-17T10:46:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
Flood damage has cut off rail access to Canada’s largest port with vessel delays expected.
East coast thrives
2021-11-16T10:25:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
The Port of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has said it not experiencing significant shipping backlogs amidst widespread global congestion and delays.
California queue rule
2021-11-12T15:15:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
A new queuing process for San Pedro Bay-bound container ships is being introduced as part of the battle against congestion.

10-step action plan
2021-11-10T10:21:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
A 10-step action plan has been announced by the US Government to accelerate investment in ports, waterways and freight networks.
Call for help
2021-11-08T10:32:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
California’s ports face freight migration and job losses to other states if cargo congestion and underinvestment isn’t dealt with.
Savannah joint venture
2021-11-05T09:32:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Container terminal, truck gate and stevedoring services at the Port of Savannah have been consolidated under a joint venture (JV) company to help increase efficiency.
LA terminal sold
2021-11-03T15:36:00+00:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
Port of Los Angeles container terminal Fenix Marine Services (FMS) will be sold for US$2.3bn.
Dwell penalty
2021-10-26T11:06:00+01:00By Rebecca Jeffrey
Ocean carriers will face a financial penalty for import containers that dwell on terminals at two US ports.
California congestion continues
2021-10-22T10:13:00+01:00By Rebecca Strong
California is taking new action to alleviate congestion at ports in the state.
Multifold dredging benefits
2021-10-18T17:05:00+01:00
Dredging at a US port would bring big ships with environmental, safety and economic benefits.
24/7 California ports
2021-10-14T18:58:00+01:00
The Port of Los Angeles will join the Port of Long Beach in operating 24/7 in a bid to tackle supply chain congestion.
Bold Florida move
2021-10-11T16:08:00+01:00
Florida is being touted as the solution to the supply chain congestion in the US.

Largest operator takeover
2021-10-01T17:15:00+01:00
North America’s largest marine terminal operator has been acquired.
Port pushes capacity
2021-09-29T18:24:00+01:00
A US port authority is planning to further expand on its ambitious capacity expansion plans
Anchorages full
2021-09-27T14:33:00+01:00
A new record has been set for ships at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, while regular and contingency anchorages are “essentially” full.
California cargo action
2021-09-20T00:00:00+01:00
California ports have announced new measures to speed up cargo throughput as congestion builds.
Text traffic alerts
2021-09-10T15:22:00+01:00
Traffic alerts via text message are now being offered by one US port to reduce delays and improve cargo movement.
NO CHANGING OF THE GUARD
2021-09-09T15:57:00+01:00By AJ Keyes
In eastern Canada there are new container terminal plans gaining approval and others now unlikely to occur. AJ Keyes looks at what is expected to change in the region and what it means.
NEW OPTION FOR HOLY GRAIL
2021-09-08T17:47:00+01:00By AJ Keyes
The traditional option from East Canada ports to discretionary hinterlands is intermodal rail. However, another option now exists. AJ Keyes investigates
MISSISSIPPI MARKET MOVES
2021-09-06T19:14:00+01:00
With larger vessels now centre stage, extended market reach is a prime target for US Gulf ports. The Mississippi is a strong focus in this respect including for the potentially game changing Plaquemines project. Mike Mundy reports.
Hurricane Ida havoc
2021-09-06T14:24:00+01:00
Hurricane Ida has caused havoc for container operations in Louisiana, US.

California ports warning
2021-09-01T11:46:00+01:00
Delays at California ports will have serious financial consequences, new analysis warns.
Zero emissions ambitions
2021-08-30T21:37:00+01:00
A port in California has launched a new project aimed at achieving zero emission operations.
Ship channel expansion
2021-08-23T13:48:00+01:00
A billion-dollar ship channel expansion project has reached a key milestone.
Clean terminal complete
2021-08-23T10:33:00+01:00
One of the world's cleanest and technologically advanced terminals has been completed.
Government tackles congestion
2021-08-16T13:46:00+01:00
The US Government is unifying supply chain players to tackle port congestion.
Efficiency investments
2021-08-16T09:18:00+01:00
The Government of Canada has announced new projects to improve efficiency at two ports.
US$1bn terminal evolves
2021-08-12T13:04:00+01:00
A proposed US$1bn greenfield container terminal has moved one step closer to being built.
Securing US ports
2021-08-09T13:50:00+01:00
Nearly US$30m has been invested in port security by the US Government.
Surcharges inquiry
2021-08-06T16:00:00+01:00
Ocean carrier surcharges are under scrutiny following the launch of a US inquiry.
US terminals down
2021-07-29T11:46:00+01:00
Two US terminals are closed for business following a technology failure.
Advance cargo forecaster
2021-07-20T11:54:00+01:00
New technology at a US port enables supply chain stakeholders to gauge movement of containers up to six months in advance.
Shipping fees crackdown
2021-07-12T14:17:00+01:00
The US is clamping down on shipping fees as ports continue to experience congestion.

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