East Coast sees ‘land of opportunity’ In wake of West Coast port concerns
East Coast ports look to see significant long-term container volume growth in the wake of West Coast labor and congestion issues, according to opening session speakers at the JAXPORT Logistics & Intermodal Conference.
Florida Atlantic Coast ports prepare to handle increasing cargo volumes
In anticipation of the expanded Panama Canal opening to bigger ships in 2016, plus keeping an eye on potential Cuba trade opportunities, officials of ports along Florida’s Atlantic Coast are advancing a plethora of projects to efficiently handle increasing cargo activity.
Powell shares pride in family business, extends tradition as NCBFAA president
In his roles as president of CH Powell Co. and president of the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Geoffrey C. “Geoff” Powell carries on a family tradition built on collaboration and respect.
Ports of Florida and beyond must ready to handle ever-increasing waves of cargo
Bigger ships delivering larger waves of cargo pose significant challenges for ports and connective infrastructure, according to industry leaders gathered recently in Tampa, Fla.
FECR’s Hertwig sees railroad’s evolution mirroring expanding role for Florida ports
James R. Hertwig envisions Florida East Coast Railway continuing to grow as more freight converts from roads to rails and as greater cargo volumes shift to Sunshine State ports from elsewhere up the East Coast and even the West Coast.
NRF’s Gold sees collaboration as critical for retailers navigating the US supply chain
Collaboration not just between retailers and their respective transportation providers but also collectively as shippers is becoming increasingly essential, according to Jonathan Gold, vice president of supply chain and customs policy at the National Retail Federation.
Shippers face slew of issues across modes, with few solutions, Jump Start speakers say
Attendees of SMC3’s Jump Start 2015 Conference have left Atlanta with the feeling that there may be no easy answers to the manifold concerns facing the U.S. freight transportation industry.
Long-term highway bill unlikely by June 1, Tampa conferees say
Congress isn’t apt to pass a long-term surface transportation funding bill by June 1, according to several officials taking part Jan. 29-30 in a conference co-sponsored by the American Association of Port Authorities and the Transportation Research Board, in cooperation with the U.S. Maritime Administration.
Lafevers puts Cordele Intermodal Services on track, offering link with Port of Savannah
As president and chief executive officer of Cordele Intermodal Services Inc., Jonathan Lafevers leads one of the fastest-growing U.S. inland ports – a privately funded facility that he believes offers an ideal pivot point for shippers.
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