Semi-automated cranes

Cargo-handling purchase makes big impact for Va. companies

Published April 17, 2018 by Jessica Sabbath

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.

Rail: a key to the port’s competitiveness

Published April 12, 2018 by Jessica Sabbath

A key to pushing more cargo through the Port of Virginia’s terminals lies in the heart of the country.

Foreign-trade zones help U.S. manufacturers compete

Published April 11, 2018 by Jessica Sabbath

Virginia is home to five foreign-trade zones (FTZs), which help U.S. companies compete with foreign manufacturers.