The Beacon

The Beacon is the Exchange's free quarterly newsletter exclusively dedicated to covering port issues and activities in the Delaware River region. The Exchange distributes each issue to over 5,000 maritime and trade professionals in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and throughout the country. The Beacon is available in print and online. The staff is grateful for the support and the many positive comments we have received over the years. Thanks to the advertisers who have helped make The Beacon such a success!

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Advertise in The Beacon!

With company budgets stretched to the limits, advertising dollars are precious to everyone. Give us a call today at 267-670-7948, send us an email, or download the rate sheet/contract to find out more about our low rates.

The Beacon Production schedule

Winter 2024 02/02/24 Deadline for article submissions 02/9/24 Deadline for ad space reservations/ad copy 02/15/24 Web distribution		Spring 2024 04/19/24 Deadline for article submissions 04/26/24 Deadline for ad space reservations/ad copy 05/2/24 Web distribution
Summer 2024 08/02/24 Deadline for article submissions 08/9/24 Deadline for ad space reservations/ad copy 08/15/24 Web distribution		Fall 2024 10/25/24 Deadline for article submissions 11/01/24 Deadline for ad space reservations/ad copy 11/7/24 Web distribution

Port Directory

Each year, the Exchange compiles an updated port directory, a comprehensive list of over 1,000 port and related businesses, associations, and agencies in the Delaware Valley. This handy reference tool provides valuable information including the addresses, phone numbers, and email and web addresses for contacts Exchange members need most often. Exchange members and advertisers receive complimentary copies.

Advertise in the Port Directory!

Advertise in the Maritime Exchange annual port directory, the most comprehensive contact resource for the maritime trade and transportation industry on the Delaware River! For more information about advertising with the Exchange call 267-670-7948 or send us an email. We’ll be happy to help you.

2024 Port Directory Contract

To Order a Directory

2022 Port Directory Pricing

1-5 Copies:	$30 each
6+ Copies:	$25 each

For more information, email the Exchange or call 267-670-7948. For your convenience, we accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.  Or complete the Port Directory Order Form and send it with your check or credit card payment to:

Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River and Bay
240 Cherry Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106-1906

Online Port Directory

Select business category AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY AIR CONDITIONING ATTORNEYS AUTOMATION & CONTROLS BANQUET FACILITIES BARGE OPERATORS BIRD CONTROL BRIDGES BULK MATERIAL MANAGEMENT BUSINESS CONSULTANTS CHANDLERS CHARTS COCOA PROCESSOR COLD STORAGE - WAREHOUSE COMPUTER INFORMATION/SYSTEMS CONSULATES CONSULTANTS - BUSINESS CONSULTANTS - ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS - GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CONSULTANTS - MARITIME CONTAINER FREIGHT STATIONS CREW TRANSPORT DISINFECTING SERVICES DIVERS DREDGING CONTRACTORS DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS ENGINE DISTRIBUTOR ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FEDERAL/OTHER - GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FEDERAL/PORT RELATED - GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FREIGHT FORWARDERS/CUSTOMS BROKERS FRUIT/PRODUCE - IMPORTERS/EXPEDITERS FUMIGATION SERVICES GARBAGE/RUBBISH REMOVAL Government Agencies GUARD SERVICES HEAT TREATMENTS HEAVY LIFT EQUIPMENT/CRANES HEAVY LIFT/CRANE EQUIPMENT HOTELS HYDRAULICS REPAIR IMPORTERS/EXPEDITERS IMPORTERS/EXPEDITERS - PRODUCE INSURANCE INTERMODAL FACILITIES LAUNCH SERVICES LAUNDRY/CLEANING SERVICES LIFE BOAT REPAIR/LIFE RAFTS LINE RUNNERS MARINE ELECTRICAL MARINE RADIO SALES/SERVICE MARITIME CONSTRUCTION MARITIME EXCHANGES MEDIA MOTOR FREIGHT/NVOCC MOTOR REPAIR MUNICIPAL - GOVERNMENT AGENCIES NATURAL GAS SERVICES NVOCC OIL - FACILITIES OIL - LIGHTERING OIL - LUBRICATING OIL - OIL/SLUDGE REMOVAL OIL - POLLUTION CONTROL PEST CONTROL PIER - CONSTRUCTION/REPAIR PIER - DESIGN/ENGINEERING PILOTS PORT AUTHORITIES POWER PLANTS PRINT MEDIA PRINTING RAILROAD/RAIL YARD REAL ESTATE REFRIGERATION SCHOOLS - MARITIME SCRUBBER SYSTEM SERVICES SEAFARER SERVICES SECURITY SHIP MANAGEMENT SHIP/BOAT REPAIR SHIPBROKERS SHIPYARDS STATE OFFICES STEAMSHIP AGENTS STEAMSHIP LINES STEVEDORES STORAGE - WAREHOUSE SUPPLIES - CANTEEN & BONDED SUPPLIES - CHEMICAL SUPPLIES - FUEL SUPPLIES - WIRE/ROPE SURVEYORS TANK SERVICES TELEVISION STATIONS TERMINAL OPERATORS TERMINALS TERMINALS/TERMINAL OPERATORS TOWING TRADE ASSOCIATIONS TUG COMPANIES UNIONS VIDEO & UAV/DRONE SERVICES WAREHOUSE - BONDED WAREHOUSE - CUSTOMS EXAMINATION STATION WAREHOUSE - GENERAL ORDER WAREHOUSE - STORAGE

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President's Report

The President’s Report compiles the daily alerts and bulletins in a single publication to keep you abreast of legislative and operational actions, challenges and resources to help keep your business successful. This monthly publication provides a quick synopsis of legislative issues, funding initiatives, port events, regulatory changes, Maritime Exchange operational updates, and other information pertinent to the port community. The Exchange distributes the President's Report exclusively to our membership.

Federal Register Highlights

The Federal Register, published Monday through Friday, except federal holidays, is the official daily publication for federal agency rules and notices, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents. The Maritime Exchange provides a daily summary of those rules and notices pertaining to the maritime industry. The emailed summary includes links to the full online register notices. Rates
Members receive the Federal Register highlights as part of their association benefits. Non-members can subscribe to the Highlights for $20 per month. Contact the Exchange at 267-670-7946 or complete and return the order form to subscribe.

Maritime Exchange Logo

Maritime Exchange logo and banner artwork are copyrighted material and are owned exclusively by the Maritime Exchange for the Delaware and Bay, Inc. You may download the Maritime Exchange logo per the following usage policy.

Logo use policy:

• You may use the Maritime Exchange logo on your website, sponsor posters, brochures, and elsewhere to show affiliation with the Maritime Exchange.
• You may not use the logo or its likeness for any commercial purpose without permission from the Maritime Exchange.
• No wording or graphics may appear near the logo in such a way as to imply endorsement or approval of any kind without the express permission from the Maritime Exchange.
• The logo may not be used in a manner that would disparage the Maritime Exchange or its products or services.
• You may not alter the logo except for resizing.
• You must maintain the aspect ratio of the original artwork when resizing.
• You must maintain a reasonable amount of clear space around the logo.
• The logo must appear on a field of white.

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Event Calendar

The Maritime Exchange posts Delaware River port community events to its calendar as a service to members and the maritime community at large. Members, associations, and organizations are encouraged to send information on their board meetings, committee meetings, workshops and seminars, and social events such as luncheons, dinners, receptions, and golf outings to the Exchange for inclusion in the calendar. Please include the event name, date, time, place, contact information, and frequency, if applicable.

Jobs

Maritime Exchange members are encouraged to send job opportunities for posting on our website. Job seekers with maritime backgrounds or who are interested in a career in the Delaware River maritime community are invited to send resumes.

Job Openings in the Delaware River Maritime Community

• Advance Customs Brokers is seeking an Ocean Traffic Import Coordinator

Resumes