Mobile taps its chief engineer to lead port through 2027
Doug Otto will serve a 15-month term at the helm of the port due to previous plans to retire in early 2027, but will oversee projects that aim to position Mobile as a gateway for reaching inland US markets.
LA-LB emissions agreement with AQMD sets realistic timelines: stakeholders
The South Coast Air Quality Management District governing board has approved an emissions reduction plan that requires the ports to develop and implement charging and fueling infrastructure and invest in zero or near-zero emission trucks, locomotives and cargo handling equipment.
USTR port fee pause broadly welcomed, but labor decries ‘free pass’ for China
The United States Trade Representative also confirmed in a statement Sunday that planned 100% tariffs on China-built ship-to-shore cranes and other cargo handling equipment, due to take effect Monday, have also been suspended for a year.
US retailers throttle back on imports amid uncertain consumer sentiment
The latest Global Port Tracker report warns of double-digit declines in imports for the rest of the year and no growth in early 2026.
MSC agrees to reflag 12 container ships in India in diversification push
The migration of European carriers away from their traditional foreign "flags of convenience" to India’s emerging market is seen as a major maritime boost for New Delhi as it vigorously seeks private investment to drive economic growth.
US port capacity lagging ahead of potential volume growth: MSC
The carrier, as it seeks with BlackRock to acquire the majority of Hutchison Port Holdings, is developing a mega-terminal in New Orleans and another terminal in Baltimore.
Redecking project on Los Angeles harbor bridge to begin in early 2026
But the state will pass, for now, on any proposals being pushed by port stakeholders to raise the height of the Vincent Thomas Bridge, a move that would allow bigger vessels to call at three of the port’s terminals.
APM to move ahead with Mobile’s third berth after harbor deepening
APM Terminals said the new $131 million berth would increase Mobile’s container capacity by 50%, with an eye on cargo owners that need to reach markets in the US Midwest and Southeast.