Environment Alabama Port Authority rejects possible whale-saving rule A 2021 analysis showed the Port of Mobile contributes $85 billion to the state’s economy. Samuel StettheimerJuly 17, 2023
Governor Ivey signs legislation providing more support for Alabama ports The legislation provides tax incentives for businesses aimed at enticing their utilization of Alabama ports. Patrick DarringtonJune 12, 2023
Infrastructure Federal maritime commissioners visit Port of Mobile They discussed the rapid expansion of intermodal rail through the Port of Mobile. StaffNovember 17, 2022
Infrastructure Study: Alabama’s Port delivers $85 billion in value to state The Port of Mobile harbor-wide delivered $85 billion in value to the state of Alabama in calendar year 2021. StaffOctober 25, 2022
Economy Another record-breaking month for the Port Authority 2022 volumes are now 14 percent higher than 2021 volumes. StaffOctober 14, 2022
Economy Port of Mobile headed for busiest year on record The container terminal is tracking more than 10 percent above its 2021 numbers, the terminal’s busiest full year to date. StaffSeptember 14, 2022
Economy Port of Mobile container terminal delivers strongest month in history July’s figures reflect an incredible growth rate of 184.7 percent for intermodal cargo. StaffAugust 16, 2022
Economy Port of Mobile container volumes remain robust If container volumes hold their pattern, it could make for another record-breaking year. StaffJune 15, 2022
State Port of Mobile announces $104 million container terminal expansion These improvements mark the fourth time the Alabama Port Authority and APM Terminals have expanded the container terminal. StaffMay 23, 2022
Economy Double digit containment volume growth continues at the Port of Mobile Containers rose 33.0 percent, refrigerated containers rose 80.9 percent, and rail intermodal transfers rose 148.2 percent. StaffMarch 17, 2022