Max Kantzer, Horst, and Dennis explore the unique infrastructures and commodities of bustling container ports on the US East Coast. They discuss rail traffic in Norfolk, accessorial fees in Port Everglades and Miami, and the warehouses in Savannah.
The Port of Baltimore serves as a direct port of call for cargo from Asia and Europe to the East Coast.
The Port of Norfolk is a major hub for cargo destined for the Midwest, with significant rail traffic transporting goods into the region.
Deep dives
Port of Boston
The Port of Boston has seen an increase in regular container services over the years, primarily serving cargo in the New England area. It is interesting to note that the port does not have chassis on the terminal, requiring truckers to pick up chassis elsewhere to pick up containers.
Port of New York
The Port of New York consists of terminals in both New York and New Jersey. In New Jersey, there are terminals such as Port Newark Container Terminal and Global Container Terminals, while on Staten Island, there is Global Container Terminals New York. Each terminal has its own nuances and specific services, with Red Hook Container Terminal in Brooklyn mainly catering to containerized cargo from South America. The New Jersey terminals have the advantage of being in close proximity to the New Jersey Turnpike, making inland transportation more convenient.
Ports of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, Charleston, and Miami
The Port of Philadelphia focuses on imported refrigerated goods, particularly beef, poultry, cheeses, dairy products, and produce. Baltimore serves as a direct port of call for carriers moving cargo from Asia and Europe to the East Coast. Norfolk is a major port for cargo destined for the Midwest, with a significant amount of rail traffic transporting goods into the region. Charleston and Savannah are experiencing significant volume growth, with the UK Leatherman Terminal in Charleston being one of the largest terminals redeveloped in recent years. Ports in South Florida, such as Port Everglades and Miami, specialize in cargo to and from South America, while Jacksonville serves as a major hub for vehicle handling. Additionally, the ports in Florida facilitate the movement of goods to Orlando and the West Coast of Florida.
In this episode, Max Kantzer is joined by Horst and Dennis to explore the bustling container ports on the US East Coast. Learn about the unique infrastructures and commodities of each port. Here are some remarkable quotes from the episode:
"Norfolk is a big area where there's a lot of rail traffic that ultimately moves into the Midwest."
"Port Everglades and Miami, much like Houston Port, they are one of the few ports on the East Coast that has an accessorial fee."
"I was down in Savannah a few months ago and got a chance to tour the area right outside of Garden Terminals there. And they're just creating, there's a lot of warehouses, DC after DC."
Join us as we dive into the exciting world of East Coast ports and discover what makes them unique.
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