San Diego Harbor Police Chief Honored
15 Nov

San Diego Harbor Police Chief Honored

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
The San Diego County Crime Commission has named the Port of San Diego’s Vice President of Public Safety and Harbor Police Chief Mark Stainbrook the 2019 Law Enforcement Official of the Year. Stainbrook, who was honored earlier this month, was lauded for his outstanding service to his community. “The Port of San Diego congratulates Chief Stainbrook for receiving this prestigious honor from the San Diego County Crime Commission,” said Garry Bonelli, chairman of the Board of Port Commissioners. “Since his appointment as Chief in March 2018, he has done a stellar job in leading the Harbor Police team in making…
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Vancouver, USA Extends Warehouse Lease
15 Nov

Vancouver, USA Extends Warehouse Lease

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
A lease agreement with Warehouse ‘23 was extended Tuesday by the Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners, a move that guarantees the facility’s operation through Dec. 31, 2020. The lease will run until Feb. 15, 2021, giving Warehouse ’23 time to conduct normal operation at Terminal 1 until the end of 2020 before having to vacate the space. “It has been a great partnership with the port to do this unusual short-term business strategy,” said owner Mark Matthias. “We look forward to being part of the Terminal 1 development in the future with an exciting new concept.” In 2016,…
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New CEO for Oakland
15 Nov

New CEO for Oakland

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
The Port of Oakland’s interim Executive Director Danny Wan has been selected to become the port’s new Executive Director. Wan will replace Chris Lytle, who retired in July after six years with the organization. "We're fortunate to have Danny as the port's new chief executive,” said Board President Ces Butner. “Not only is he an experienced public professional, he is also a local leader with demonstrated commitment to the communities the port serves.” Wan’s experience in public agency law, finance and environmental policy, community relations and strategic planning spans over two decades. He was the port attorney for six years…
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Oil Spilled in Honolulu Harbor
12 Nov

Oil Spilled in Honolulu Harbor

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
An oil discharge near Pier 19 in Honolulu, Hawaii, prompted the US Coast Guard to respond to the incident Thursday. Vessel Kamokuiki contacted Coast Guard Sector Honolulu watchstanders Wednesday night about “heavy fuel oil discharged during bunkering operations with a barge.” The crew quickly “secured the discharge, activated their Vessel Response Plan, and began clean-up operations,” according to USCG. About 25 bales of absorbent material spanning the vessel’s stern to Pier 22 were deployed. Surrounding the bales were 1600 feet of hard boom deployed by two response vessels. Cleanup efforts are underway. The bales collected two barrels (about 84 gallons) of oil…
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Oakland Sees Export Increase
12 Nov

Oakland Sees Export Increase

Karen Robes MeeksNews
Last month, exports at the Port of Oakland rose 10.8 percent more than the same period last year, according to latest statistics released Friday. The port handled 87,393 TEUs in export containers, much of it heading to Asian markets including its top trade partner China. Meanwhile, imports declined 4.6 percent, but are still up 2.7 percent for the year. “Our export customers have demonstrated their resilience throughout this tariff standoff,” said Port of Oakland Maritime Director John Driscoll. “For their sake, we hope the conflict is resolved and overseas business can grow even more.”
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Everett Sees Milestone Container Move
12 Nov

Everett Sees Milestone Container Move

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
The Port of Everett and shipping partner Brusco Tug and Barge achieved a major milestone last month in South Everett with the completion of the 1,000th direct container-on-barge aerospace cargo transport between the port’s Pacific Terminal and Mount Baker Terminal, its satellite shipping facility. This means the “just-in-time delivery” of over 10,000 oversized airplane parts in support of the 747, 767, 777 and 777X airplane production lines. “I’m proud of this strong partnership and the major impact it has had, and will continue to have, on our local and regional economies,” said Carl Wollebek, Chief Operating Officer for the port.…
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Busy October for Long Beach
12 Nov

Busy October for Long Beach

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
The Port of Long Beach posted its second-busiest October, according to latest numbers released Friday. Long Beach handled 688,425 TEUs, 2.4 percent less than October 2018. Imports fell 7.4 percent to 337,062 TEUs, while exports rose 9.8 percent to 131,635 TEUs. Empty containers dipped 0.8 percent to 219,728 TEUs. “As the trade war lingers, these tariffs continue to impact the US economy and have created uncertainty for the business of importers and exporters,” said port executive director Mario Cordero. “We are hopeful for a prompt resolution of the tariff situation between the US and China. In the meantime, we are…
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USCG to Partner with University of Hawaii
08 Nov

USCG to Partner with University of Hawaii

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
The US Coast Guard and the University of Hawaii at Mānoa have inked a memorandum of agreement as part of the Coast Guard's Minority-Serving Institutions Partnership Program, the agency announced Monday. The agreement allows both parties to increase opportunities for students. "This agreement reflects a new chapter in the strong bond between the Coast Guard and University of Hawai’i. We are honored to be a part of the University of Hawai’i ‘ohana and look forward to greater engagement with students and faculty. Working together, we offer students and faculty an opportunity to learn about the Coast Guard and our important…
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LA Cargo Down
08 Nov

LA Cargo Down

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
The Port of Los Angeles handled 770,189 TEUs last month, falling 19.1% below its 2018 October record-breaking figures, according to numbers released Thursday. Imports dropped 19.1% to 392,768 TEUs and exports fell 19.3% to 140,332 TEUs. The drop was not unexpected. Last year’s October numbers were significant in part because shippers were rushing to import cargo before tariffs took effect. “With 25% fewer ship calls, 12 consecutive months of declining exports and now decreasing imports, we’re beginning to feel the far-reaching effects of the U.S.-China trade war on American exporters and manufacturers,” said Port Executive Director Gene Seroka. “We expect…
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Matson Posts Earnings
08 Nov

Matson Posts Earnings

Karen Robes MeeksNews, PMM Online News
Matson, Inc. posted a net income of $36.2 million for the quarter ending Sept. 30, 2019 slightly lower than the $41.6 million recorded for the quarter ending Sept. 30, 2018, the company announced Thursday. Consolidated revenue for the 2019 third quarter reached $572.1 million, a drop from $589.4 million reported for the same period in 2018. The quarter’s results came in as expected, according to Matt Cox, Matson's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Within Ocean Transportation, our China trade lane service performed well, but we saw continued weakness in our Hawaii market and experienced softer-than-expected volume in our Alaska service,”…
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