Cover Story
On deck
With the Navy rebuilding its fleet, maritime industry is hiring thousands
There’s massive work underway in the Hampton Roads maritime industry, with much more on the horizon. The region is hiring, big-time. But are there enough qualified candidates to fill the
Interview
Executive profiles
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We asked leaders in Virginia’s maritime and logistics industry for their thoughts on the Port of Virginia expansion and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on shipping. Click to expand
Opinion
A shining light
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Welcome to the 2020 Virginia Maritime Guide! This annual publication is distributed to business readers statewide. It highlights the important contributions made by the maritime, distribution center and logistics industries
From This Issue
Maritime Guide 2020
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Welcome to the Virginia Maritime Guide 2020! Below is a table of contents to direct you to all articles that appear in the guide. On deck — With the Navy
Viral load
Port feels effect of coronavirus early but remains busy
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Like a canary in a coal mine, the Port of Virginia felt the impact of COVID-19 well before others in Virginia started to feel it. In February, the port saw
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In the big leagues
Port’s expansion projects put state in a leading position
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Virginia is strengthening its claim as a leading port on the East Coast. The Port of Virginia is midway through a $700 million project to expand its two largest
Inland empire
Ports in Richmond, Front Royal receive upgrades
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The Port of Virginia is investing in its two inland ports to boost capacity and maintain efficiency while handling greater volume from its Hampton Roads terminals. A record 2.93 million
Ice age
Refrigerated storage expands while port’s growth heats up
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As the Port of Virginia expands its terminals, it’s prompted warehousing and logistics firms to also create space for more imported and exported goods. One of the largest areas of
Offshore windfall
Hampton Roads will be East Coast center for wind energy
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Two massive wind turbines are scheduled to begin spinning off the coast of Virginia Beach by the end of 2020, providing electricity to 3,000 homes and paving the way for
Tech support
New ODU center focuses on maritime cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity may not be the first idea that springs to mind when thinking about the maritime industry, but it is an increasingly important field. And the new Coastal Virginia Center
Digging deep
Port expansion projects move ahead
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The Port of Virginia’s aim to become the deepest port on the East Coast continues apace, even during the COVID-19 outbreak. The $350 million project to dredge the Norfolk Harbor
Confronting COVID-19
A ‘black swan’ event presents unusual challenges
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Maritime shipping accounts for 90% of global trade, supplying us with many of our personal needs. The Port of Virginia is a major driver of the Virginia economy, generating 7.5%,
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