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The road ahead
There’s a slew of construction underway in the commonwealth. Below is a list of road projects underway, or in the pipeline, which should help ease congestion around the state’s marine terminals.
Virginia plays host to international businesses
Virginia’s Southern hospitality extends into the business world. The state hosts more than 750 foreign firms, according to the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP).
Revitalization realized
A raft of multimillion-dollar capital improvements at the Richmond Marine Terminal (RMT) is transforming the city’s river port into a magnet for economic development.
Port joins program for import of fresh fruit
The Port of Virginia has joined a pilot program that will allow blueberries, apples, grapes and pears from South America to get to grocery shelves more quickly.
Big changes for motor carriers at port terminals
Trucks visiting Norfolk International Terminals (NIT) can now roll through its new north gate lanes in under two minutes.
Finding new markets
There are a variety of federal and state resources available for companies interested in growing international sales.
A question of risk
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has launched an investigation into the fees charged by marine terminal operators and ocean carriers when shippers and motor carriers are delayed picking up cargo and returning containers.
Spoiler alert: choice of law provisions matter
There is a small group of pleasure readers who will flip to the final chapter of a novel and read the conclusion first. As odd as you might find the behavior, research from University of California-San Diego professor Nicholas Christenfeld suggests that “spoiling” the plot can actually lead to increased enjoyment while readi[...]
The future of shipbuilding
Many shipbuilders at Newport News Shipbuilding have a new tool in their toolboxes.
2018 Outlook: Fair winds for ocean freight with trouble on the final mile
The horizon is finally starting to look a little less stormy for ocean carriers.
Semi-automated cranes
In February, the heavy-lift vessel Happy Buccaneer carried six automated-stacking cranes from Poland to the Port of Virginia’s Virginia International Gateway terminal in Portsmouth.
Report highlights opportunities, challenges
Manufacturers looking to expand often tell site selectors similar stories. They need a new site — as soon as possible.
