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The premiere advocate for the Delaware River port and its business community

Serving the tri-state port community since 1875

The premiere advocate for the Delaware River port and its business community

Dedicated to promoting and encouraging commerce on the Delaware River and Bay

Membership includes all facets of international trade and related businesses

Latest News

Aug 04, 2020
USCG MSIC 22-20: RETURN TO HURRICANE SEASONAL ALERT
Aug 03, 2020
USCG MSIB 21-20: Notice of Port Condition YANKEE
Aug 03, 2020
USCG MSIB 22-20: Notice of Port Condition ZULU
Aug 02, 2020
USCG MSIB 20-20: Notice of Port Condition XRAY (Modified)
Aug 01, 2020
USCG MSIB: 19-20 Notice of Port Condition WHISKEY (Modified)
Jul 31, 2020
USCG MSIB 18-20: Updated Navigation Safety Equipment Deviation Request Form
Jul 29, 2020
Include SJPC and Camden in Mid-Atlantic Barge Marine Highway Extension
Jul 28, 2020
Exchange Supports USTR extension of 301 exclusions
Jul 28, 2020
USCG MSIB 18-20: Urgent Need to Protect Operational Technologies and Control Systems
Jul 24, 2020
The Summer 2020 Issue of The Beacon Available Online
Jul 24, 2020
RFC: Transp Entry & Manifest of Goods Subject to CBP Insp & Permit- 07/24/2020 Fed Reg
Jul 22, 2020
Exchange Supports Transfer of Mustin Parcel to PhilaPort
Jul 22, 2020
Exchange Supports the Maritime Transportation System Emergency Relief Act Funding for Ports
Jul 22, 2020
CBP Extends Temporary Travel Restrictions between U.S. and Canada
Jul 22, 2020
CBP Extends Temporary Travel Restrictions between U.S. and Mexico
Jul 21, 2020
CDC Publishes Weekly Quarantine Station Newsletters
Jul 14, 2020
CGDB Established Temporary Safety Zone through October 15, 2020
Jul 13, 2020
CGDB MSIB: Establishing Shipping Safety Fairways Along the Atlantic Coast
Jul 11, 2020
USCG MSIB: Return to Hurricane Seasonal Alert
Jul 09, 2020
International Statement on Crew Changes – 7/9/2020
Jul 08, 2020
CBP Distributes Quarterly Trade Meeting Agenda
Jun 30, 2020
CBP Philadelphia Pipeline: Clarification of Crew Processing during COVID 19 Pandemic
Jun 26, 2020
USCG MSIB 15-20 - Update on Submerged Object, Marcus Hook Anchorage
Jun 24, 2020
USCG MSIB 15-20 Submerged Object in the Marcus Hook Anchorage
Jun 15, 2020
FBI Shipping Alert
Jun 12, 2020
USCG – Port Security Advisory 1-20 Regarding Madagascar
Jun 12, 2020
USCG MSIB 14-20 Submerged Object Removal Operations and Safety Zone
Jun 08, 2020
Coast Guard MSIB 08-20-CH2 - Mariner Credentials
Jun 03, 2020
USCG MSIB 10-20: Dredging Operations Within New Castle Range - Update 1
May 29, 2020
Delaware River Stands Ready to Receive Blueberry Cargos
May 29, 2020
Include HMTFinale Language in 2020 AWIA
May 29, 2020
CGDB Issues Hurricane Seasonal Alert
May 28, 2020
May 28 Fed Reg Exclusions Annex A Effective Sept 1
May 28, 2020
May 28 Exclusions Extended to Aug 7 2020
May 27, 2020
CGHQ MSIBs: Novel Coronavirus Precautions
May 27, 2020
USCG NVIC 01-16 Change 2: Use of Electronic Charts and Publications
May 26, 2020
May 26 Fed Reg Exclusion Sec 232
May 22, 2020
CBP Updates Manifest Confidentiality Contacts and Procedures
May 22, 2020
CBP Extends Mexico - Canada Travel Bans
May 20, 2020
CISA Issues Guide for Supply Chain Essentials
May 18, 2020
FMC Provides Guidance for Demurrage and Detention Under the Shipping Act
May 14, 2020
CDC Issues Reopening Guidelines for Businesses
May 13, 2020
CBP Pipeline 013-2020 Teleconference Call: Transition Between NAFTA and USMCA
May 12, 2020
CGDB MSIB 11-20 Requests Comments for PARS of NJ and Approaches to Delaware Bay
May 12, 2020
CGDB MSIB 12-20 Requests Comments for Ben Franklin Bridge Work
May 05, 2020
CGDB MSIB 10-20 Notifies of New Castle Range Dredging
May 04, 2020
CDC Published 5-4-20 Weekly Quarantine Station Newsletter
Apr 30, 2020
FEMA IB #449 Expedited Period of Performance for Certain FY2016 and FY2017 Preparedness Grants
Apr 30, 2020
FEMA Fact Sheet Issued for Planning Considerations for Organizations in Reconstituting Operations
Apr 28, 2020
HOMELAND SECURITY INVESTIGATIONS - COVID-19 Fraud Alert and Stats
Apr 23, 2020
TSA Issues TWIC Extension Technical Guidance
Apr 23, 2020
CBP E-Commerce Guides Consumers for COVID-19 Safety
Apr 22, 2020
FEMA Addresses PPE Needs for Non-Healthcare Settings
Apr 22, 2020
CISA Updates Guidance to Identify Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers
Apr 21, 2020
CBP COVID-19 Updates and Announcements Webpage
Apr 21, 2020
CBP Issues Information for COVID-19 90-Day Duty Postponement
Apr 20, 2020
The 2020 Spring Issue of The Beacon Published Online
Apr 17, 2020
PA Issues New Requirements for Essential Business
Apr 17, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 07-20 Change 1: Updates COVID-19 Information for Port and Facility Operations
Apr 15, 2020
TSA Extends TWIC Expiration Dates Accompanied by FAQ
Apr 10, 2020
CGD5 MSIB 01-20: MTS Recommends COVID-19 Precautions
Apr 08, 2020
TSA Grants Exemption from Renewal of the Hazardous Materials Endorsement Security Threat Assessment for Certain Individuals
Apr 08, 2020
NJ Executive Order 122 Deems Seaport Work as Essential
Apr 03, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 13-20: Temporary TWIC Exemptions and Flexibility
Apr 02, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 12-20: Vessel and Facility Response Plans Reminder
Mar 31, 2020
CGDB MSIB 07-20: Reminder of Vessel Reporting Requirements for Illness on Vessels
Mar 30, 2020
TSA Releases COVID-19 Impact Enrollement Questions Document
Mar 27, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 10-20: Guidance Issued for Maritime Operators on Compliance with Federal Drug Testing Requirements
Mar 27, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 11-20: Clarification Issused for MTS Workers Considered Essential
Mar 26, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 09-20: Guidance Issued for Vessel Inspections, Exams, and Documentation
Mar 25, 2020
CBP Pipeline 011-2020: Philadelphia Implements Temporary Vessel Entrance and Clearance Procedures
Mar 24, 2020
CBP Restricts Travel to U.S. from Canada
Mar 24, 2020
CBP Restricts Travel to U.S. from Mexico
Mar 24, 2020
CDC Suspends Introduction of Persons into U.S. from Designated Foreign Countries or Places
Mar 21, 2020
FEMA Extends PSGP FY 2020 Application Extension Period
Mar 20, 2020
PA Issues COVID-19 Business Closure Orders and Information
Mar 20, 2020
Pennsylvania Releases Life Sustaining Business List
Mar 20, 2020
FAQ for NVIC 01-20 Guidelines for Addressing Cyber Risks at MTSA Regulated Facilities
Mar 19, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 07-20: Guidance Issued for Port and Facility Operations
Mar 19, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 08-20: Guidance Given for Mariner Credentials
Mar 19, 2020
CBP/TSA Notification of Arrival Restrictions
Mar 17, 2020
City of Philadelphia Declares Emergency
Mar 17, 2020
USDA Ensures Food Safety During COVID-19 Outbreak
Mar 13, 2020
CGHQ MSIB 06-20: Report Death or Illness Per Vessel Requirements
Mar 13, 2020
CBP Pipeline 009-2020: COVID-19 Operations and Preparedness
Mar 13, 2020
CBP Pipeline 010-2020: Guidance Issued for Ill Crewmember Notification
Mar 10, 2020
USCG Delays TWIC Reader Requirements for Facilities Handling CDC
Mar 10, 2020
APHIS Ends WPM Trial
Mar 03, 2020
USCG MSIB 03-20 Updates to Dredging Maintenance and Deepening Project Safety Zones through 3/15/20
Feb 28, 2020
USCG MSIB 05-20 Report Vessels with Inoperable Navigation Equipment
Feb 26, 2020
USCG NVIC 1-20: Guidelines for Addressing Cyber Risks at MTSA Regulated Facilities
Feb 24, 2020
CBP Philadelphia Risk Based Sampling Pilot
Feb 17, 2020
FEMA FY 2020 PSGP Documentation Links
Feb 06, 2020
The 2020 Winter Issue of THE BEACON Published Online
Jan 21, 2020
CBP E-Commerce Compliance Guide
Jan 16, 2020
Final Interpretive Rule - AQI User Fees
Jan 09, 2020
USCG MSIB 02-20 Object Submerged in Schuylkill River
Jan 07, 2020
USCG MSIB 01-20 Object Submerged in Edgewater Channel
Jan 06, 2020
CBP Pipeline 006-2020 Brokers User Fees 2020
Dec 10, 2019
CBP Philadelphia International Airport Service Hours of Operation
Nov 29, 2019
USCG Considers New Anchorage Grounds in the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean
Nov 26, 2019
Pipeline 004-2020/Notice of Approval: East Coast CES Tariff Fee Schedule Change
Nov 25, 2019
Right Whale Operational Alert: Be Aware!
Nov 15, 2019
AQI User Fee Increases
Nov 15, 2019
NOAA to End All Raster and Paper Nautical Chart Production
Nov 11, 2019
Fall 2019 Issue of The Beacon Published Online
Nov 01, 2019
USCG MSIB 22-19: Speed Restriction Imposed to Protect North Atlantic Right Whales
Oct 28, 2019
Federal Register Notice - Additional List 3 Tariff Exclusions
Oct 25, 2019
Federal Register Proposed Rule Withdrawal re: Imported Grapes
Oct 24, 2019
Federal Register Notice - List 4A Product Exclusions
Oct 18, 2019
MEX Supports Increased FY20 PORTS Funding
Oct 15, 2019
CBP Procedures to Export Used Vehicles from Area Port of Philadelphia
Oct 03, 2019
CBP Philadelphia Published Quarterly Meeting Schedule
Oct 01, 2019
USCG MSIB: Revised Report of Marine Casualty (CG-2692 Series) Forms
Sep 27, 2019
TWIC Reader: Draft Submitted for Delay of Effective Date
Sep 25, 2019
Updated NPRM - FMC Detention and Demurrage Recommendations
Sep 20, 2019
AFT Letter Opposing Proposed Tariff Increase
Sep 20, 2019
Federal Register Product Exclusion Notices re: Chinese Tariffs 92019
Sep 17, 2019
Federal Register FMC NPRM re: Demurrage and Detention of Cargo 09/17/2019
Sep 13, 2019
FMS Seeks Comment on Proposed Rule - Demurrage and Detention of Cargo
Sep 05, 2019
2020 Port Directory Advertising Available Now
Sep 04, 2019
CBP Announces Increased User Fees for Fiscal Year 2020
Aug 30, 2019
FedReg Notice of Modification - Sec 301
Aug 06, 2019
The Summer 2019 Issue of The Beacon available online
Aug 02, 2019
PORTS funding white paper
Jul 31, 2019
Draft Policy on BWMS Testing Protocols Available
Jul 19, 2019
MARAD Centers of Excellence: New Policy Proposed/Federal Register
Jul 19, 2019
USCG Issued a Final Rule for Seafarers' Access to Maritime Facilities
Jun 24, 2019
Chinese Tariff Exclusions 06/24/19 Federal Register
Jun 14, 2019
U.S. Coast Guard posted Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) regarding seafarers’ access to maritime facilities.
Jun 13, 2019
Exchange Urges Avoidance of Additional Tariffs with China
May 24, 2019
Exchange Comments on User Fees for Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection Services
May 24, 2019
USCG MSIB 04-19 Cyber Adversaries Targeting Commercial Vessels
May 23, 2019
CBP seeks comment on cargo facility design standards
May 23, 2019
comment tracker
May 22, 2019
Please join the Exchange in observing National Maritime Day and take time to honor the memory of those merchant mariners who served at great peril during WWII and recognize those who serve today!
May 22, 2019
Seaports Need a Sustainable CBP Workforce
May 21, 2019
Proclamation 9888. Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts Into the U.S.
May 21, 2019
Proclamation 9886. Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the U.S.
May 17, 2019
Fed Reg Request for Comment: Section 301 - Modifications to Chinese Tariffs
May 09, 2019
USTR Notice of Modification: Duty Increase From 10 to 25% on Chinese Products
May 03, 2019
The Spring 2019 Issue of The Beacon Available Online
Apr 26, 2019
Request for Comment: User Fees for Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection Services
Apr 22, 2019
Trade Associations Seek Resolution of China Trade Dispute
Apr 12, 2019
Exchange Membership Appreciation Event Scheduled for May 8
Apr 10, 2019
USCG Updates Maritime Industry on Recent Cyber Incidents
Apr 10, 2019
Permanent Fix for HMT Funding Issue
Apr 10, 2019
Increase FY20 PORTS Funding to $15 Million
Mar 26, 2019
Exchange announces Delaware River 101 general port awareness training
Mar 15, 2019
USCG Begins Atlantic Coast Port Access Route Study (ACPARS) Notice of Study
Mar 01, 2019
Open Season for Marine Highway Project Designation Submissions Extended
Feb 27, 2019
Exchange signs letter to White House on Tariff Increase Delay
Feb 22, 2019
Regional Senators Support Philly Shipyard
Feb 19, 2019
APHIS Extension to Delaware River WPM Project
Feb 15, 2019
The Winter 2019 issue of The Beacon available online
Feb 07, 2019
NBC10 Reports on the 45-foot Deepening Project
Feb 07, 2019
CBP Pipeline 005-2019 Amended Hours for Processing of CBP Seals and Philadelphia International Airport
Feb 04, 2019
USCG MSIB 03-19 Increased Grounding Frequency
Feb 04, 2019
Exchange supports Philly Shipyard in its bid to win the MarAd contract
Feb 01, 2019
Exchange Comments on CBP 21st Century Customs Framework
Jan 15, 2019
Unsung Hero Award Nominations for 2019 Now Open
Jan 09, 2019
Exchange Joins American Free Trade Coalition on Trade Policy Matters
Dec 11, 2018
Letter Requesting Support of MARAD funding for training vessels
Nov 28, 2018
Resolve China Dispute: Maritime Exchange and Americans for Free Trade to Trump
Nov 16, 2018
The 2018 Fall Issue of the Beacon Available Online
Nov 06, 2018
CBP/Trade Outages Outlined Nationally and Locally for Delaware River Area
Oct 25, 2018
USCG Adopts Final Rule for Harmonization of Fire Protection Equipment Standards for Towing Vessels
Oct 12, 2018
USCG Conditions of Entry Imposed on Vessels Arriving from Certain Ports in the Republic of Iraq
Oct 12, 2018
S.R. 214 Letter to Editor Supporting PA's Energy Role
Sep 19, 2018
Ballast Water Management Annual Reporting Requirement
Sep 18, 2018
HazMat Registration Fall 2018
Sep 17, 2018
TWIC Technical Advisory Releases Next Generation Reader Hardware and Card Application Specification
Aug 08, 2018
Summer 2018 Issue of THE BEACON Published Online
Aug 03, 2018
USCG MSIB 29-18: Restriction on Implementing TWIC Biometric Readers Rule
Jul 12, 2018
Department of Commerce Investigation of Auto Imports under Section 232
Jul 10, 2018
Congressional Members Request for 45-foot funding
Jul 10, 2018
New TWIC® Card Design Issued
Jul 09, 2018
Asst SecyJames - 070918 - FY18 Work Plan - 45-foot Funding
Jun 29, 2018
June 29, 2018 Ltr to Hon. Wilbur Ross re: Sec 232 Investigation on Auto Imports
Jun 22, 2018
TWIC Reader Rule Delay
Jun 08, 2018
TWIC Presentation: Security Changes and Forthcoming Technologies
May 30, 2018
NOAA/COE Increase Delaware River CATZOC Rating
May 30, 2018
Federal Register Request for Comment: National Security/Auto Imports - May 30, 2018
May 30, 2018
Fed Reg Request for Comment/May 30, 2018: Auto Imports/National Security
May 21, 2018
PORTS Funding
May 10, 2018
Spring 2018 Issue of The Beacon Published Online
May 04, 2018
PUC Mariner East
Apr 12, 2018
Pipeline 008-2018 CBP Philadelphia Vessel Central and Crew Communications
Mar 23, 2018
Article by John Donohue: Exclusion of Steel and Aluminum Products from Upcoming Tariff
Mar 19, 2018
RINs Response to Fed Reg 031918
Mar 16, 2018
DoJ Fed Reg Notice 031618
Mar 08, 2018
HazMat Spring 2018 Registration
Mar 06, 2018
Press Release - Steel Tariffs
Feb 27, 2018
MSIB 11-18 Issuance of Initial Certificate of Inspection Subchapter M Inspected Towing Vessels that Utilize the Towing Safety Management System
Feb 23, 2018
USDA/PPQ WPM Pilot for Delaware River and Bay Area Ports
Feb 14, 2018
Winter 2018 Issue of The Beacon Published Online
Feb 08, 2018
Vessels Prohibited From Entering or Operating Within the Navigable Waters of the United States
Jan 22, 2018
America's Marine Highway Notice of Funding Opportunity Webinar on 01/24/18
Jan 17, 2018
Unsung Hero Award Nomination Period Now Open
Jan 12, 2018
Federal Order: Importation of Citrus-Berkane/Morocco
Dec 08, 2017
PSGP FY18 Congressional Members' letter
Dec 04, 2017
Industry White Paper: CBP ACE System Outages
Nov 29, 2017
AAPA FY18 PSGP letter
Nov 27, 2017
Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) Costs
Nov 22, 2017
Tax Exempt Private Activity Bonds (PABs)
Nov 22, 2017
Wind Energy Production Tax Credits
Nov 17, 2017
Fall 2017 Issue of The Beacon Published Online
Nov 07, 2017
Congr Mbrs RINs letter Nov 7, 2017
Nov 02, 2017
Wolf to Pruitt re: RINs
Oct 16, 2017
Updated Alternative Planning Criteria National Guidelines for Vessel Response Plans
Oct 03, 2017
AIIS BOD 232 ltr
Oct 03, 2017
TWIC Technical Advisory for Signing Certificates
Sep 19, 2017
Fall 2017 HazMat Registration
Sep 14, 2017
Exchange Press Release: Section 232 Restrictions
Sep 11, 2017
Martin Executive Summary Steel Economic Impact
Sep 08, 2017
Federal Register Notice: NVIC 05-17 Guidelines-Cyber Risks at MTSA Facilities
Aug 21, 2017
Docket Response/Marketing Order 925 - Removal of Varietal Exemptions for Imported Table Grapes
Aug 14, 2017
ACE Export Manifest for Vessel Cargo Test
Aug 09, 2017
Summer 2017 Issue of The Beacon Published Online
Jul 13, 2017
Electronic Information for Cargo Exported from the United States - Technical Amendments to Final Rule
Jun 23, 2017
Proposed Rule - Removing Varietal Exemptions on Imported Grapes
Jun 13, 2017
Response to Docket: Delaware River Permanent Security Zone
May 26, 2017
Press Release: FY17 COE Workplan Funding
May 25, 2017
COE construction chart showing $29.25 million in additional funding to complete the 45-Foot deepening project
May 24, 2017
05/24/2017 Federal Register Small Shipyard Grant Program
May 19, 2017
USDOC Investigation of Imports of Steel – Section 232 Trade Expansion Act of 1962
May 10, 2017
Spring 2017 Issue of The Beacon Published Online
Apr 26, 2017
04/26/2017 Federal Register Notice - USDOC Investigation of Imports of Steel – Section 232 Trade Expansion Act of 1962
Apr 21, 2017
Hopper Dredge Fleet Capital Investments
Apr 13, 2017
EPA is seeking input on regulations that may be appropriate for repeal, replacement, or modification
Apr 07, 2017
Tristate Delaware Bay LNG Summit presentations available
Feb 08, 2017
MAC Recommends Marcus Hook Anchorage Restrictions
Jan 27, 2017
Regulatory Implementation of the Centers of Excellence and Expertise
Dec 14, 2016
Reporting Suspicious Activity and Breaches of Security
Nov 25, 2016
Anchorage Grounds for Delaware Bay and River

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