Ports Authority

The North Carolina Ports Authority CEO gave his State of the Ports Address Tuesday. Thanks to the arrival of two new shipping lines, Tom Eager said there has been a 28 percent increase in container moves at the ports. Full story...

Three weeks ago, the Port of Wilmington welcomed Maersk Tangier, the world’s largest container shipping company. For the second time in less than a month, trucks lined up at the port to welcome a new company to Wilmington. Full story...

Ports officials contend the additional activity at the Wilmington port demonstrates the need for a new facility in Southport. Thursday, the Ports Authority will hold a presentation on that planned international terminal. Full story...

As the North Carolina Ports Authority continues to plan for an international terminal in Southport, neighbors continue to do their homework. Full story...

Despite tough economic times, North Carolina State Ports Authority leaders say they are doing well. Full story...

Rail traffic through the port of Wilmington will flow more smoothly thanks to an additional rail siding. A partnership between the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the Ports Authority, and the Wilmington Terminal Railroad is making the addition possible. Full story...

The state Ports Authority is temporarily cutting salaries and freezing hiring to help it navigate tight financial straits. Full story...