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CBP Issues Cargo and Vessel Processing Guidelines due to Possible International Longshoremen’s Association Strike
CBP Issues Cargo and Vessel Processing Guidelines due to Possible International Longshoremen’s Association Strike September 30, 2024 Return to Alerts Page Vessels arriving with cargo intended for unlading at ports impacted by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike (east coast/gulf coast ports) may need to consider alternative routing. Reporting of vessel arrival, vessel entry, and…
Read MoreMSIB 12-24 Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists
MSIB 12-24 Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists September 27, 2024 Return to Alerts Page This bulletin announces upcoming changes to the Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists as part of the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Center efforts to modernize and improve the accessibility, accuracy, and overall…
Read MoreExchange Opens Registration for Delaware River 102
Exchange Opens Registration for Delaware River 102 Return to Alerts Page The Exchange is excited to announce the annual Delaware River 102 course on October 15, 2024 at GEODIS! Â Delaware River 102 follows up on the breadth of Delaware River 101 with a deep dive into the inner workings of the ports. Tickets are $125…
Read MoreLacey Act and Phase VII Implementation Webinar on October 30, 2024
Lacey Act and Phase VII Implementation Webinar on October 30, 2024 Return to Alerts Page U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of Trade and the USDA is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 2:00pm – 3:00pm ET titled Lacey Act and Phase VII Implementation. The webinar will provide an overview of the…
Read More2025 Port Directory Advertising Opportunities Now Available
2025 Port Directory Advertising Opportunities Now Available Return to Alerts Page The Exchange will mark 150 years of service to the Delaware River port community in 2025, and we’re celebrating with a discount exclusively for returning advertisers! If you’ve ever advertised in the annual port directory in the past, take an additional 15.0% off the…
Read MoreUpdated List of Vague Merchandise Descriptions
Updated List of Vague Merchandise Descriptions Return to Alerts Page U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) implemented nationwide cargo messaging to communicate with the entry filer on shipments that have vague noncompliant cargo descriptions. An initial list of unacceptable cargo descriptions was posted to the CBP website. The list has since been updated to include…
Read MoreMaritime Exchange board names George McCarthy to succeed Lisa B. Himber as President
Maritime Exchange board names George McCarthy to succeed Lisa B. Himber as President Return to Alerts Page The Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River and Bay is pleased to announce that George McCarthy (USN, ret.) will assume the President’s position on the retirement of Lisa B. Himber on December 31, 2024. Himber is stepping down…
Read MoreHomecoming 250 Navy Marine Corps’ Homecoming Countdown Gala
Homecoming 250 Navy Marine Corps’ Homecoming Countdown Gala September 12, 2024 Return to Alerts Page Homecoming 250 Navy Marine Corps’ Homecoming Countdown Gala Thursday October 10, 2024 6pm – 10pm ET The Bellevue Grand Ballroom 200 S Broad Street Philadelphia PA Scheduled Speakers and Guests of Honor Vice Admiral John Gumbleton Deputy Commander, U.S. Fleet…
Read MoreAgricultural Marketing Service to Hold Meeting of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee on Oct 8-9, 2024
Agricultural Marketing Service to Hold Meeting of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee on Oct 8-9, 2024 Return to Alerts Page SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing a two-day meeting of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory…
Read MoreCoast Guard Proposing Safety Zone for Certain Waters of the Delaware River
Coast Guard Proposing Safety Zone for Certain Waters of the Delaware River September 9, 2024 Return to Alerts Page Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 165 [Docket Number USCG–2024–0680] RIN 1625–AA00 Safety Zone; Waterway Training Area, Delaware River, Near Eddystone, PA AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking. SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is…
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