Month: August 2012

For the fourth year in a row, Oregon Occupational Health and Safety Administration recognized Port of Portland marine maintenance at Terminal 6, and other marine employees for demonstrating exemplary safety improvements at the workplace. The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, SHARP award, recognizes employers and employees that work together and promote safe working conditions,…

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In June, Bill Wyatt, executive director for the Port of Portland, provided welcoming remarks at a dedication ceremony for the new Portland Field Office for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Cascade Station. The Port’s involvement in the project traces back to the start, by leasing the ground where the facility was constructed.  …

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A major rail yard expansion project is improving efficiency and capacity for exports in Portland’s largest industrial park. Completed in June and now fully operational, the South Rivergate Yard expansion project was the last in a series of four recent rail and road improvement projects located in Rivergate Industrial District. Partnerships involving both the public…

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  For the first time, the Port of Portland is welcoming the general public behind the fences at Terminal 4 for the 2012 Seaport Celebration, presented by Gunderson. On August 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event will offer a wide range of fun and unique experiences for all ages … and best…

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Portland’s largest international container carrier, Hanjin Shipping, will restore service to Terminal 6 this weekend with the arrival of the Hanjin Mundra. The Port of Portland and terminal operator ICTSI Oregon, Inc. expect the vessel will arrive on Saturday, August 4.   Recent labor issues related to Terminal 6 operations have resulted in fewer vessel calls,…

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