Port Authority
A port authority operates ports and other transportation infrastructure for a special-purpose district. Whether operated directly by the government or in cooperation with government agencies, North American port authorities are public entities and are governed by a board or commission. Most port authorities are financially autonomous. Port districts may also operate shipping terminals, airports, railroads, and irrigation facilities. The port authority often owns land, dictates fees, and collects taxes.
Rahn elected Manatee County Port Authority chairman
Manatee County Commissioner Mike Rahn has been elected chairman of the Manatee County…
Port Authority-Led Supply Chain Panel Steers NY/NJ Seaport
The summer of 2013 was a breaking point for the Port of New York and New Jersey.“It…
MOL Fortifies Decarbonization Ties with Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has signed a comprehensive memorandum of understanding…
Singapore, Rotterdam: No Reports (yet) of Cashew Nutshell Fuel Issues
Port authorities in Singapore and Rotterdam said they have not received reports of…
AAPA Welcomes 2024-2025 Leadership
The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) today announced its newly elected…
Rooney Named 2025 Person of the Year by NYNJFFFBA
Bethann Rooney, Port Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, has…
Singapore MPA and IRENA Collaborate on Energy Transition
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the International Renewable…
Fire Breaks Out on Malta-Flagged Tanker Offshore Singapore
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has reported a fire on a Malta…
Shell's Singapore Pipeline Leak Contained
Major energy company Shell and Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority deployed clean…
MPA Issues Expression of Interest for Electric Patrol Craft
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has issued an Expression of Interest…
MPA Calls for Electric Patrol Craft Proposals
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) issued an Expression of Interest…
Singapore Tests Oil Spill Response Robot
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) led the 16th Joint Oil Spill Exercise…
Marine salvage is the process of rescuing a ship, its cargo, or other property from peril. Salvage encompasses rescue towing, putting out fires, patching or repairing a ship, refloating a sunken or grounded vessel, moving a disabled vessel in order to clear navigation channels…
The maritime industry offers a vast array of career opportunities, each playing a crucial role in the global economy. From navigating the high seas to ensuring the smooth operation of ports and shipping lines, maritime careers are diverse and dynamic. This article explores the various career paths available in the maritime industry, the skills required, and the benefits of pursuing a career at sea.
Private Security Companies (PSCs) play a crucial role in combating maritime piracy, especially in high-risk areas such as the Gulf of Aden, the Indian Ocean, and parts of the West African coast. The increase in piracy, particularly in the early 2000s, led to a higher demand for specialized security services.
Blockchain technology, initially developed as the backbone of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, is now making waves in the shipping industry. With its ability to provide secure, transparent, and tamper-proof records, blockchain is poised to revolutionize global supply chains, addressing some of the most persistent challenges in maritime logistics, including inefficiencies, fraud, and lack of transparency.
A winch is a mechanism used to reel in, to let out, or otherwise adjust the tension of a rope, wire, or cable. Boats and ships make use of multiple winches to handle halyards, sheets, as well as anchor or mooring lines. The basic mechanism consists…
