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ArticleArgentia’s growing role in global energy
From hosting North America’s first wind turbine marshalling yard to preparing for the tow-out of a colossal concrete gravity structure (CGS), the port of Argentia is rapidly transforming into a nexus for renewable energy projects and heavy lift operations. As demand for green hydrogen and sustainable fuels grows, Argentia’s developments signal a bright future for project cargo in Newfoundland and beyond.
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NewsMARAD allocates port improvement funds
The US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has allocated USD580 million towards port improvement projects.
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NewsPort Freeport secures EPA support for clean air programme
Port Freeport was awarded a USD1.48 million grant by the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program.
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NewsHendrick named vice chairman of AAPA
Richard J. Hendrick was unanimously elected vice chair of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) board of directors.
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NewsAntonov and FCF ship thruster to Houston
Antonov Airlines and First Class Freight (FCF) transported oversized equipment, including an Azipod thruster, from Hong Kong to Houston, USA.
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NewsFracht completes multimodal move from Türkiye to Wyoming
Project freight forwarder Fracht Group has transported seven transformers, weighing 340 tons (308.4 tonnes) each, from İzmir, Türkiye, to Medicine Bow in Wyoming, USA.
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NewsILA and USMX talks stall over automation
The International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) said that negotiations with United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have broken down, opening up the possibility of more industrial action at US ports.
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NewsKonecranes to provide hoist crane for Natrium demo
Finnish crane manufacturer Konecranes will continue its work at TerraPower’s Natrium reactor demonstration plant in Wyoming, USA, by supplying a fully customised 125-tonne hoist crane.
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NewsCanadian port strikes unsettle North American supply chains
Labour strikes at some of Canada’s key ports have led to considerable disruptions across North America, affecting both coasts and stalling billions in trade.
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NewsAntonov transports Hera spacecraft cargoes
Antonov Airlines in cooperation with Ceva Logistics delivered 40-tonnes of satellite equipment from Cologne-Bonn, Germany to Titusville, USA.
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NewsFederal funds flow to North American ports
Ports on the West and Gulf Coasts of North America are experiencing surging activity. Substantial federal investments are being made to support port infrastructure modernisation and enhance supply chain efficiency.
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NewsMinnesota bridge lifted using Enerpac EVO system
Structural maintenance to the I-494 Minnesota river bridge is being undertaken by Lunda Construction using an Enerpac EVO synchronous lifting system.
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NewsVolumes surge at Port Houston
Port Houston reported a strong surge in activity at its multipurpose facilities in September 2024. Steel imports were up 25 percent year on year.
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NewsFaymonville selects site for maiden USA production facility
Trailer manufacturer Faymonville has selected a site in Little Rock, Arkansas for its first USA production facility.
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NewsMammoet reduces project’s drilling rig downtime using Mega Jack 5200
Mammoet was contracted by Damen Shiprepair to assist with a jack-up leg repair for the Noble Regina Allen drill rig.
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NewsPhilaPort and port of Vancouver receive funding from EPA
The port of Philadelphia has been awarded USD79.7 million from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Ports Program, whilst the port of Vancouver USA has received USD22.5 million from the organisation. The funds have been earmarked to support climate and air quality initiatives zero-emission port equipment purchases.
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NewsMaryland receives federal funds to improve Dundalk Marine Terminal
The state of Maryland has received funding for key transportation and port infrastructure projects in Baltimore.
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NewsPort of Albany makes strategic investments to boost heavy handling capabilities
The port of Albany has been investing to upgrade its facilities and position itself as a vital link for heavy lift and project cargoes in northeastern USA. HLPFI spoke with the port’s ceo, Rich Hendrick, on its plan to boost its capabilities further.
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NewsBranch to head up Port NOLA and NOPB
The port of New Orleans has appointed Beth Ann Branch as president and ceo of Port NOLA and the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB).
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NewsSarens powers CVOW project
Sarens has assisted in powering the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project in the USA.