On June 2, 2025, the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Committee Chair Shelley Moore Capito, urging support for the Clean Ports Program and the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grant program. These EPA programs face elimination under the House version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act unless modified in the Senate. AAPA emphasized that both programs support U.S. ports in acquiring modern cargo-handling equipment and help American manufacturers compete globally, particularly against Chinese dominance in the sector. The association highlighted that both grants comply with Build America, Buy America standards and contribute to reducing fuel costs and emissions at U.S. ports. AAPA President and CEO Cary Davis noted that cutting these programs would undermine port development and weaken domestic manufacturing momentum.

Port Fourchon, which supports over 250 companies servicing offshore oil and gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico, continues to diversify its energy strategy under the leadership of Executive Director Chett Chiasson. The port recently signed a long-term lease with Argent LNG LLC for a future liquefied natural gas export terminal and is pursuing development of a $200 million deepwater port to support both traditional offshore energy and wind farm infrastructure. Port Fourchon is also collaborating with Gulf Wind Technology on a wind turbine installation for testing and power generation at the port. Despite fluctuating oil prices, port activity remains steady, and Chiasson emphasized the port’s commitment to a balanced energy strategy that includes fossil fuels and renewables. Environmental resilience remains a priority, with dredged materials being repurposed to restore marshland and support infrastructure development.

The Port of Québec has announced the implementation of its greening plan as part of its 2035 Vision to become a leader in environmental sustainability and urban biodiversity. The initiative aims to achieve 30% canopy cover on the port’s non-industrial property by 2035 and includes tree planting, landscaping, fence greening, and urban agriculture projects. Over the next decade, the port plans 20 beautification projects, 10 demineralization efforts, 5 community collaborations outside its boundaries, 3 infrastructure greening projects, and 2 urban agriculture initiatives. The plan is supported by local partners including AF2R, Collectif Canopée, the City of Québec, and CERFO. These efforts are part of a broader commitment to improving air quality, reducing heat islands, and promoting quality of life for nearby communities.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has expanded its Enhancing Cetacean Habitat and Observation (ECHO) Program for 2025 to include new voluntary ship slowdowns at Swiftsure Bank, a critical habitat area for endangered southern resident killer whales. More than 70 marine transportation organizations will participate in slowing down or altering routes from June through approximately November, now covering a record 86 nautical miles and over 50% of the whales’ critical habitat intersecting commercial lanes. The program has previously reduced underwater noise by up to 50%, lessened whale strike risk by nearly a third, and cut air emissions by about 25%. These updates follow the renewal of a five-year Conservation Agreement under Canada’s Species at Risk Act and are supported by $3.2 million in federal funding. The ECHO Program, launched in 2014, continues to unite industry, government, Indigenous communities, and environmental organizations in efforts to protect at-risk whale populations.

On May 16, the Port of Hueneme held its 12th annual World Trade Month Summit, welcoming about 150 attendees to the FATHOMWERX lab for a discussion centered on “Resiliency – A Path Forward.” The event featured participation from the U.S. Department of Commerce, local and international trade representatives, and a special delegation from Ukraine. Port CEO Kristin Decas shared updates on port operations, emissions goals, tariff impacts, and foreign trade zone advantages. Officials from Mexico, Japan, Guatemala, Peru, and Hong Kong also spoke about economic ties and export growth. The event concluded with an industry roundtable on resiliency and the presentation of trade achievement awards to Toyota Motor North America, Allied Potato, and Bardex Corporation.

During the 2025 State of the Port Address, the Port of Brownsville announced it handled over 28 million tons of cargo in 2024 — the highest in its history. Significant private investments are driving economic growth at the port, including $85 million from Forza Steel, $200 million from Ternium, and $42 million from Texan Cement, along with continued progress on the $20 billion Rio Grande LNG project. A recent economic impact study found the port generated $12 billion in total economic activity in 2023 and supports over 66,000 jobs statewide. The port rose to 41st in national cargo rankings, moved over 11.2 million tons of waterborne cargo, and saw a 46% increase in vessel calls from the previous year. Additional highlights included infrastructure upgrades, a growing business park, and continued top-tier national rankings for Foreign Trade Zone No. 62.

The Port of New York and New Jersey reported continued cargo growth in April 2025, handling 751,194 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), a 6% increase over April 2024 and a 24% increase compared to April 2019. For the first four months of 2025, the port moved a total of 2,954,913 TEUs, marking a 9% rise over the same period in 2024 and a 23% increase from the first four months of 2019. These figures underscore the port’s strong and sustained growth as a key gateway for international trade on the East Coast.

Ports of Indiana has released an invitation to bid for the paving of Scale Road and Loop Road at the Mount Vernon port in Posey County, Indiana. Bids must be submitted by 11 a.m. (CT) on June 20, 2025, either via email to bids@portsofindiana.com or delivered to the Port Office at 2751 Bluff Road. A 5% bid bond is required, and Ports of Indiana plans to award the contract to the lowest and best bid. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on June 10, 2025, at 10 a.m. at the Mount Vernon Port Office. Bid packets and additional information can be requested by emailing asedam@portsofindiana.com.

Port Tampa Bay has announced the expansion of SeacatLine’s Costa Rica–Tampa container service with the addition of the M/V Progreso, enhancing the route’s capacity and frequency. The M/V Progreso, alongside the M/V Pia Express, will support a bi-weekly sailing with a 5-day transit time between Puerto Moin and Port Tampa Bay’s PLRS terminal. SeacatLine also updated the schedule of the M/V Juice Express, which will now operate on a fortnightly basis, adding a second bi-weekly sailing option. The M/V Progreso made its inaugural call at Port Tampa Bay on May 27, 2025, and is expected to arrive in Costa Rica on June 4. Terminal operations and cold storage services continue to be provided by Port Logistics Refrigerated Services (PLRS), supporting increased cargo volumes and cold chain reliability.