The Port of Benton plans a $3.3 million upgrade to its historic High Dock in Richland, adding shore power and expanded moorage to draw commercial vessels — including a proposed fertilizer plant and cruise line operations — as the facility positions itself for growing Columbia River traffic.
New safety guidance tackles the hidden hazards of methanol as it scales up as a marine fuel.
In Sept 2026 – We open our doors to our members for an afternoon of networking, appetizers, drinks and bocce.
China has formed a national alliance to accelerate methanol marine fuel development and strengthen its green shipping supply chain.
JPMorgan Chase is investing $24 million to expand shipbuilding, workforce training, and submarine manufacturing in Philadelphia.
The Port of Oakland moved 181,356 TEUs in June, up 7.7% year over year, as loaded imports and exports both posted double-digit gains.
The Coast Guard’s new 64-foot heavy-weather rescue boat for the Pacific Northwest passed a key construction milestone as its keel was authenticated in Washington state.
ReCAAP reports a strong decline in piracy and armed robbery incidents across Asia in the first half of 2026, the lowest level since 2019. While the Straits of Malacca and Singapore saw sharp improvement, the Philippines recorded a rise in incidents, prompting stepped-up Coast Guard enforcement.
MARAD has simplified citizenship documentation requirements for vessel owners and maritime businesses participating in federal programs. The final rule, effective June 4, reduces paperwork, removes certain personal-information disclosures, and eliminates notarization, though it leaves underlying citizenship standards and foreign-ownership rules unchanged.
Amid global trade uncertainty, the Port of Vancouver USA’s 2026 State of the Port Report points to a strong year: 7.45mt of cargo moved, 339 vessel calls, record grain exports, a new soda ash facility underway, and continued investment in workforce development and sustainability.
