Pacific Merchant Shipping Association

04/24/2025

California’s ports have invested billions to reduce emissions and keep goods moving - yet now face new regulations that could drive up costs even further. Combined with steep new federal tariffs, the result is higher prices on everyday essentials like clothing, electronics, and household goods.

Ports aren’t the problem. Let’s stop layering policies that hurt working families and rethink how we protect both the economy and the environment. Read the latest in Natasha Villa's article "How Trump’s Tariffs and California’s Port Mandates Threaten American Households": https://ow.ly/UV2m50VEXg8


Port of Long Beach Port of Los Angeles

04/23/2025

AQMD’s Rule 2304 is still an ISR, placing costly mandates on ports, slowing operations, and hurting small businesses like Ambrosia. Higher port costs mean higher prices for residents. Hear from John Phan on how this rule impacts his business.

04/22/2025

Our ports, supply chains, and workforce are the backbone of the U.S. economy - but they’re at a crossroads. In 2022 alone, Southern California’s trade and logistics industry supported nearly 2 million jobs and generated $497.6 billion in economic output and $93.3 billion in tax revenues.

The newly released study - Goods on the Move: Trade and Logistics in Southern California - from LAEDC and the Southern California Leadership Council offers a roadmap to protect and grow Southern California’s global trade advantage. Read the report here: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/goods-on-the-move-trade-and-logistics-in-southern-california

The Southern California Leadership Council (SCLC), in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), has released a major economic study titled Goods on the Move: Trade and Logistics in Southern California . The report, prepared by LAEDC’s Institute for Ap

04/21/2025

In California - where trade supports millions of jobs - the damage from tariff increases is already being felt. PMSA, along with state leaders, business advocates, and logistics partners, support free trade and are encouraged by Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta taking action to protect California's trade jobs, investments, and global competitiveness.

Read the Governor's release here: https://ow.ly/wKBF50VEOIH

04/17/2025

The April West Coast Trade Report is out now—featuring preliminary March TEU volumes, complete February data, and our Number of the Month: $875 million. This edition covers low container dwell times at San Pedro Bay and sharp commentary from Jock O’Connell, Natasha Villa, and Mike Jacob on shipbuilding, tariffs, and the future of American trade. Read it all here: https://ow.ly/mni550VCCU8

04/16/2025

AQMD’s Rule 2304 is still an ISR, placing costly mandates on ports, increasing costs for businesses and residents alike. Wilmington’s economy depends on a strong, efficient port, but this rule threatens local jobs and small businesses.

Hear from Monica Garcia-Diaz, CEO of the Wilmington Chamber, on how this policy impacts the community.

04/15/2025

are gaining back market share. January saw the highest share of import tonnage since 2020. What's driving the shift? Find out here: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/shifting-shares-and-west-coast-exports

04/11/2025

What’s Moving Through the Pacific Northwest? The The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) Port of Tacoma & Port of Seattle handled significant export volumes in 2024. These numbers underscore the importance of agricultural trade through ports. How will exports shift in 2025? Read more: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/whats-shipping-out-the-10-biggest-uswc-exports-of-2024

04/10/2025

PMSA President Mike Jacob and Custom Goods CEO Rob Walpole discuss the challenges facing the industry from shifting tariffs to long-term growth strategies: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/navigating-tariffs-and-investment-uncertainty-in-global-trade

04/09/2025

AQMD’s Rule 2304 is still an ISR, burdening ports with expensive mandates, leading to higher costs for businesses and consumers. When shipping slows, small businesses like Orange Bag Laundry pay the price. Listen to Ayad Mirjan on how this rule affects his business: https://www.noportisr.com/no-port-isr-videos/v/the-hidden-costs-of-aqmd-rule-2304-impact-on-small-businesses

04/09/2025

Ports need real investment and collaboration - not regulatory overreach. AQMD’s new proposal of Rule 2304, rebrands the ISR but retains the same dangerous implications for Southern California’s economy. The April 16 workshop is your chance to speak out. Learn more in Newsletter #11: https://ow.ly/PLhl50Vvcuh

04/08/2025

PMSA is proud to support , introduced by Senator Anna Caballero, which ensures California is ready for the future of maritime decarbonization. Global shipping companies are investing billions in cleaner fuel technologies - California must keep up by building the necessary infrastructure. This bill is key to keeping our ports competitive, sustainable, and job-strong. Read more from PMSA Vice President, Jacqueline Moore: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/pmsa-supports-sb298

04/07/2025

The Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach moved millions of metric tons of exports in 2024. The diversity of these commodities highlights the global demand for raw materials and recyclables from the U.S. West Coast: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/whats-shipping-out-the-10-biggest-uswc-exports-of-2024

04/03/2025

Seattle’s maritime industry is vital to our economy, but proposed housing in S**O threatens its future. Councilmember Robert Kettle explains why protecting our Port matters. Read more: https://www.pmsaship.com/maritime-insights-blog/the-port-industrial-lands-freight-and-housing-the-wrong-place-at-the-wrong-time

04/01/2025

California’s clean energy future depends on smart policy updates. PMSA proudly supports to align state regulations with global standards, allowing the world’s cleanest ships to call at our ports. Learn how this legislation will drive emissions reductions & sustainability in maritime shipping: https://ow.ly/65bE50Vstbv

04/01/2025

California’s clean energy future depends on smart policy updates. PMSA proudly supports to align state regulations with global standards, allowing the world’s cleanest ships to call at our ports. Learn how this legislation will drive emissions reductions & sustainability in maritime shipping: https://ow.ly/gV7O50VnKlN

03/28/2025

Women in Maritime History: Starting with just $5 and a rowboat, Thea Foss built an oceangoing tugboat business that remains a thriving part of the maritime industry today. A true entrepreneur, Thea turned a humble investment into a legacy of innovation and success, with her company continuing to use her signature green-and-white colors.
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03/27/2025

Could tariffs lead to a major shift in U.S. trade routes? Ports in Canada and Mexico are already handling more of North America’s transpacific trade. Will this trend continue? Read all about in Jock O'Connell's latest article "Trump Tariffs To Test Resilience of U.S. West Coast Ports" : https://ow.ly/rVb450VnKxO