Ports America

Welcome Nipul Patel, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Ports America

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. We're on a mission to inspire the next generation of maritime professionals. Explore career paths and opportunities this dynamic sector offers: https://lnkd.in/e9CqQD8G #OnePortsAmerica

Ports America's commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles reflects our commitment to our stakeholders and communities. This year, we are proud to announce that 16 of our locations are Green Marine certified! Green Marine is the leading environmental certification program for North America’s maritime industry. It is a voluntary initiative that helps its participants improve their environmental performance beyond regulations. Green Marine targets key environmental issues related to biodiversity protection, air, water, soil quality, and community relations. Spearheaded by Dr. Sharifa Batts, Head of Environment & Sustainability, and Kelli Hardesty, Environment and Sustainability Manager, Ports America's participation in the Green Marine certification program allows us to highlight the strides we have made in our decarbonization initiatives.

We are proud to welcome Manny Fernandez as the new Vice President and General Manager of Ports America's operations in Tampa.

Ports America is proud to be a part of the National Maritime Safety Association (NMSA) and a sponsor to the #NMSAannual conference. Over 240 attendees around the tables, listening, learning and networking. Especially grateful to have so many members of the ILA and ILWU in attendance. Working together, we can make our Ports safer and more productive. #ports #safety

June 25th was International Day of the Seafarer! Seafarers contribute to the safe and efficient operation of marine vessels and are vital to the world economy. These brave individuals carry out responsibilities that range from navigation, maintenance, and cargo handling, to safety procedures and emergency response. We owe it all to seafarers and their commitment to keep global trade moving! #DayoftheSeafarer

Busy day yesterday as the Port of Baltimore welcomes back more and more ships! 90 degree temperatures don’t stop our great INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOC from loading and unloading vessels at our Dundalk and Seagirt terminals. Ports America Chesapeake #BaltimoreIsBack #ThePortForOurNation

At Ports America, safety isn't just a priority, it's a core value! Earlier this week at the 9th Annual Tampa Bay Safety Summit - "From Understanding to Implementation: Building a Safer Tomorrow," Ports America SVP of Health Safety & Sustainability, Tim Puyleart, shared key insights and best practices. Port Tampa Bay #NationalSafetyMonth

Ports America Chesapeake President Mark Schmidt was joined at Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore’s Dundalk and Seagirt Marine Terminals by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Director Tom Perez, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Transportation Paul Wiedefeld, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr, Port Director Jonathan Daniels, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the International Longshoremen's Association, local business leaders and state and local elected officials. They gathered to mark the full reopening of the Fort McHenry Federal Channel and the restoration of services to the Port of Baltimore following the Francis Scott Key Bridge tragedy. We are more than ready to welcome the return of global shipping customers to Baltimore's terminals! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eCXEAVqK

This #NationalSafetyMonth, we’re reminded that safety extends beyond our workplace—it’s about looking out for all members of our community, including our feathered friends! Last Thursday, around noon at Port Tampa Bay, Security Officer Josie Sanchez and ILA Clerk Leighton Grenville noticed a mother and father duck in distress. When they looked closer, they found that 11 ducklings had fallen into a storm drain! Mr. Grenville quickly called Ports America Mechanic John Rath, who brought over tools to remove the drainage grate and help free the ducklings. With the help of fellow Clerk Jamie McFarland, Mr. Grenville was able to collect all the ducklings into a cardboard box. Momma duck observed the whole operation, making sure all her ducklings were safe and accounted for. The team then carefully transported the ducklings to their home pond, where they were released and reunited as a family. #OperationDucklingRescue