American Association of Port Authorities
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American Shipper
Ports want container cranes excluded from new tariff list
Ports are asking that Chinese-made container cranes be excluded from the list of products on which President Trump has threatened a 10 tariff.
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Legal issues
DOT proposes $856 million for roads, rails, and ports
Ports receive 15% of grant program typically used for surface projects.
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Maritime
Connor to represent and promote a spectrum of ports
Chris Connor, the new president and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities, is enthusiastic about advocating for the varied needs of its members.
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Maritime
Ports fight again to get container cranes off Chinese tariff list (with video)
Port of Virginia sees tariffs putting its billion-dollar expansion at risk.
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Legal issues
“Problem Solvers” look to break infrastructure standoff
Raising the gas tax a priority despite pushback by conservatives.
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Legal issues
Lawmakers find money for ports in DOT funding bill
Democrats boost maritime programs over Trump's budget
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Canada
China trade war top concern for U.S. seaports
U.S. maritime’s economic contributions may be at risk if Chinese tariffs remain in place.
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Maritime
Ocean carrier group optimistic on IMO 2020 plans
World Shipping Council reigns in predictions of severe price spikes resulting from low-sulfur fuel regulation.
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Fuel
Container ports singled out in federal spending bill
Congress is handing out $93 million in federal grants for improvements at the nation’s top 15 container ports.
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