The Americas

Port of Los Angeles Sees 12% April Increase Compared to 2023

The Port of Los Angeles handled 770,337 container units in April, marking a 12% increase over 2023 and the ninth month of year-over-year growth.

A container port at sunset

Search for Missing De Gallant Crew Members Ends

Blue Schooner received official confirmation of the end of the search for the missing crew of the sailing boat De Gallant which sank on Tuesday.

A search and rescue helicopter at sea

Brazilian Port Finds Temp Solution to Terminal Operator Woes

Authorities in Brazil have implemented a temporary solution to manage one of the country's ports, nearly 18 months after the previous operator left

An aerial view of a container terminal

Port of Seattle Starts Renovation of Ship Supply Building

The Port of Seattle has announced the commencement of the renovation and modernization of the Ship Supply Building at Fishermen’s Terminal.

The Port of Seattle

Pearl Seas Cruises Announces Biggest Great Lakes Season Yet

Pearl Seas Cruises announces its largest, most ambitious Great Lakes season to date, featuring four itineraries that include stops at 16 ports.

A lighthouse on Lake Michigan

Port of Charleston Resumes Cargo Operations

The Port of Charleston and the South Carolina Inland Port announced the resumption of all cargo operations yesterday at approximately 5:00 AM.

A bridge in Charleston, South Carolina at sunset

MSC Announce North Peru Feeder Service From Salaverry & Paita

MSC has announced the launch of their “North Peru Feeder,” a new dedicated feeder service sailing from Salaverry and Paita in Peru.

An MSC container ship at sea

Dali Container Ship Finally Returns to Port of Baltimore

Dali, the containership responsible for the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse on March 26, returned to the port of Baltimore on Monday.

AI generated image of container ships sailing past the Francis Scott Key bridge

Charleston Port & Inland Harbors Close Due to Software Issue

The South Carolina Ports Authority had to close the Charleston port and inland harbors for the entire day yesterday due to a software issue.

Charleston harbor

Report Finds Annual Economic Impact Growth for PortMiami

PortMiami's annual economic impact has surged to $61.4 billion, up from $41.4 billion in 2016 according to a study conducted by Martin Associates

The Port of Miami as seen from the sea

Fire Breaks Out on Decommissioned Vessel at Port of Spain

On Tuesday, May 14, the Port of Spain reported a fire on a retired vessel, AV Aqua Marine, anchored off the Trinidad and Tobago port.

The Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Another Month of Cargo Growth for Long Beach in April

The Port of Long Beach in California, USA moved 750,424 TEUs in April, marking a 14.4% increase compared to the same month in 2023.

Aerial view of shipping containers in a port

Oil Spilt After Fuel Barge Hits Bridge in Galveston, Texas

A barge owned by Martin Petroleum collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston causing an oil spill & closing the only road to a neighboring island

A bridge in Galveston, Texas at sunset

Dali Lost Electrical Power Several Times Before Bridge Crash

Federal investigators report the Dali experienced multiple power failures, including the day before its the Francis Scott Key Bridge collision.

The collapsed Francis Scott Key bridge

Brooklyn & Howland Hook Marine Terminals Set for Upgrades

A port upgrade project that will transform the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime port has been announced by New York authorities.

Downtown Manhattan as seen from the water

Trump Wants to Eliminate Offshore Wind if Second Term Won

Donald Trump the Republic candidate, announced plans to target offshore wind projects with an executive order if he returns to the White House.

Donald Trump disembarking from airplane

Inquiry into US Navy Ship Grounding: Captain at Fault

An investigation into a grounding incident involving a US Navy vessel has pinpointed negligence and a lack of situational awareness by the crew.

A metal stamp depicting the logo of the US Navy

Sixth Baltimore Bridge Victim Identified by Authorities

Salvage teams under the Unified Command have found the sixth casualty in the aftermath of the Baltimore Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.

AI generated image of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge

Silver Nova Debuts in Alaska with Regional Culinary Program

Silversea Cruises has introduced its new vessel, the Silver Nova, to Alaska, where it will offer seven-day journeys until September 5, 2024.

A fillet of smoked salmon on a plate

Miami In-Transit Gateway Solution Launched by Maersk

Maersk has broadened its air freight services with the opening of a fully integrated, in-transit gateway solution in Miami, USA, as of April.

A plane in an airport at sunset