Originally Published in the American Journal of Transportation on February 18, 2025 PhilaPort isn’t satisfied with status quo in dynamic East Coast port race PhilaPort is in expansion mode and interest from ocean carriers’ cargo owners is boosting interest. Philadelphia, PA – Once considered a hidden gem lying in wait amid [...]
PhilaPort » FY 2026 Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Southeast Pennsylvania Multimodal Freight Optimization Plan Letters of Support U.S. Senator John Fetterman U.S. Senator Dave McCormick U.S. Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon Mayor Cherelle L. Parker PennDOT DVRPC LSIRC ILA Local 1291 Astro Holdings Inc. [...]
PhilaPort Marks Historic Milestones with Major Infrastructure Developments and Record Volumes Philadelphia, January 22, 2025 — PhilaPort is pleased to celebrate a year of outstanding achievements and milestones. In 2024, the port welcomed the largest vessel ever to call the Port of Philadelphia. The CMA CGM Marco Polo, with a [...]
Originally Published in the Philadelphia Inquirer on January 15, 2024 Philly’s port saw record container volume last year — but some warn it’s losing business to competitors Even as stakeholders celebrated that milestone, members of the board that governs Philadelphia's port authority cautioned that competitor ports in Wilmington, Del., and Baltimore [...]
Originally Published in the Philadelphia Inquirer on December 14, 2024 Philly’s Fresh Fruit Empire Philadelphia imports more fresh fruit than any other U.S. port, according to S&P Global data. But with increased competition, can the city retain its market edge? Philadelphia, PA – Most of Philadelphia's biggest industries are highly visible: office [...]
First Chilean Grapes Arrive at PhilaPort Under New Systems Approach Philadelphia, December 19, 2024 — The Port of Philadelphia has received its first shipment of Chilean grapes under the innovative Systems Approach, marking a significant milestone in international trade. The grapes arrived at PhilaPort’s Packer Avenue Marine Terminal on Wednesday, [...]
PhilaPort Partners with Delaware River Stevedores (DRS) for Zero-Emission Yard Tractors and Charging Stations Philadelphia, December 18, 2024 — In partnership with Delaware River Stevedores (DRS), PhilaPort secured a Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support the purchase of four new [...]
PhilaPort awarded $79.7 Million from EPA Clean Ports Program Philadelphia, October 29, 2024 — The Port of Philadelphia is proud to announce it has been awarded $79.7 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Ports Program. This significant funding will support climate and air quality initiatives and [...]
PhilaPort Strategic Plan » Destination 2040 PhilaPort Unveils Ambitious Strategic Plan: Destination 2040 for a Thriving Future A Bold Vision to Elevate Port Capabilities, Drive Economic Growth, and Expand Capacity (Philadelphia, PA – October 8, 2024) PhilaPort is excited to present the PhilaPort Strategic Plan: Destination 2040 ("PSP"), a [...]
PhilaPort Statement on Work Stoppage at The Port of Philadelphia Updated: Thursday, October 3, 2024 via International Longshoremen’s Association NORTH BERGEN, NJ – (October 3, 2024) The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. have reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend [...]
