Port of Long Beach

Long Beach Economic Partnership Relaunches World Trade Center Long Beach

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木曜日, 5月 9, 2024

Long Beach Economic Partnership (LBEP) has officially relaunched the World Trade Center Long Beach (WTCLB).

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Long Beach Economic Partnership (LBEP) has officially relaunched the World Trade Center Long Beach (WTCLB).
“At the Port of Long Beach, we welcome this relaunch as we collaborate with the City and the Long Beach Economic Partnership to bring more economic opportunities to Long Beach,” said Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero.
“The World Trade Center Long Beach will play a major role in the effort to boost Long Beach’s ability to attract international trade and investment.”
The WTCLB represents a collaborative effort between Long Beach Economic Partnership, the City of Long Beach , the Port of Long Beach , Long Beach Airport , and other local and global strategic partners.
The World Trade Center Long Beach is actively recruiting its membership and advisory council and is currently partnered with the Long Beach Port and the Long Beach Airport.”

FuelCell Energy and Toyota Motor North America Celebrate Launch of World's First 'Tri-gen' Production System at the Port of Long Beach

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木曜日, 5月 2, 2024

Thanks to FuelCell Energy's Tri-gen platform, TLS Long Beach is Toyota's first port vehicle processing facility powered by 100 percent on-site generated renewable electricity.

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Thanks to FuelCell Energy's Tri-gen platform, TLS Long Beach is Toyota's first port vehicle processing facility powered by 100 percent on-site generated renewable electricity.
Tri-gen produces 2.3-megawatts of renewable electricity, part of which will be utilized by TLS Long Beach to support its operations at the port.
"The dawn of the renewable hydrogen era is upon us, thanks to our collaboration with Toyota and FuelCell Energy and their innovative Tri-gen system," said Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero.
"FuelCell Energy and Toyota's collaborative effort signifies technological innovation and also positions Long Beach at the forefront of global leadership in renewable energy solutions,'' said Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson.

Voltera Secures $9.6M Federal Grant to Electrify Major US Ports: Savannah, Los Angeles and Long Beach

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金曜日, 4月 26, 2024

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240426747074/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240426747074/en/
Electric drayage trucks charging at one of Voltera’s port charging stations (Photo: Business Wire)
This grant supports Voltera’s vision to electrify America’s ports.
“The assistance from the administration and state and local government agencies has been critically helpful,” said Matt Horton, CEO of Voltera.
Voltera estimates a reduction of up to 37,000 metric tons of emissions per year via this site at high utilization.
Voltera’s charging site in Wilmington, California is adjacent to critical connection routes to the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach.

Nikola Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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木曜日, 2月 22, 2024

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"In California, we have 99% of all the hydrogen fuel cell electric tractor HVIP vouchers requested in 2023 through January 2024," Girsky continued.

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"In California, we have 99% of all the hydrogen fuel cell electric tractor HVIP vouchers requested in 2023 through January 2024," Girsky continued.
It's a testament to our market leading position, quality of our products, and the high level of Nikola fleet success.
In Q4 2023, we demonstrated our ability to produce, manufacture, and deliver the hydrogen fuel cell electric truck .
In Q4 2023, we delivered what we believe is the first production hydrogen fuel cell electric truck available in North America.

Tritium Completes Installation of North America’s First Mechanized Large-Scale Port EV Charging Program at Port of Long Beach

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水曜日, 11月 29, 2023

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The project is the first large-scale port EV charging program using mechanized charging connectors in North America.

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The project is the first large-scale port EV charging program using mechanized charging connectors in North America.
“Tritium’s partnership with SSA Terminals and the Port of Long Beach is a project we are immensely proud of,” said Tritium CEO Jane Hunter.
“Autonomous charging is the future for EV depots and we’re excited to be leading the fast charger manufacturers in operationalizing hands-free charging for the Port of Long Beach.
“With their reliability, small footprint, and high-powered charging capabilities, Tritium’s technology was an ideal fit for the Port of Long Beach.

Graham Christie Named COO of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority

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木曜日, 12月 14, 2023

The Governing Board of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA) has appointed Graham Christie, a Southern California rail leader and seasoned project manager, as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

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The Governing Board of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA) has appointed Graham Christie, a Southern California rail leader and seasoned project manager, as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231214300214/en/
Rail industry veteran Graham Christie has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority.
This background and proven success make Graham the ideal choice as COO,” said Michael Leue, ACTA Chief Executive Officer.
The addition of a COO to ACTA’s leadership structure was the result of an analysis of the Authority’s operation.

Forum Mobility Announces New Charging Depot for Electric Drayage Trucks in the Port of Long Beach

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木曜日, 11月 30, 2023

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OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Mobility, a leading freight electrification provider, announced a new heavy-duty truck charging depot in the Port of Long Beach. This new depot will provide high-speed charging infrastructure for hundreds of drayage trucks per day, supporting the transition of the state's drayage fleet to zero-emission. Forward thinking drayage carriers are already reserving chargers because of the strategic location, adjacent to terminals.

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OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Mobility, a leading freight electrification provider, announced a new heavy-duty truck charging depot in the Port of Long Beach.
This new depot will provide high-speed charging infrastructure for hundreds of drayage trucks per day, supporting the transition of the state's drayage fleet to zero-emission.
With the support of the Port of Long Beach, the FM Harbor depot will provide drayage truckers a turn-key solution to comply with California Air Resource Board regulations.
At Forum Mobility facilities like this one, fleets can make the transition simply and without using their own capital," said Matt LeDucq, CEO and co-founder of Forum Mobility.

Stäubli and Partners Complete North America's First Mechanized Large Scale Port EV Charging Program

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水曜日, 11月 29, 2023

WINDSOR, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stäubli Electrical Connectors, a leading global manufacturer of electrical connector solutions, has completed its agreement with SSA Terminals, LLC, a joint venture with Matson Navigation Company, to provide EV automated charging connections for 33 terminal tractors at the Port of Long Beach, California. This project is one of the biggest mechanized charging programs for electric vehicles at active ports in the United States. SSA Terminals and Stäubli are also currently implementing five additional units with QCCs at the Port of Oakland.

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This project is one of the biggest mechanized charging programs for electric vehicles at active ports in the United States.
SSA Terminals and Stäubli are also currently implementing five additional units with QCCs at the Port of Oakland.
Stäubli Installs 33 Electric Quick Charging Connectors for Rapid Charging at the Port of Long Beach for Cleaner Air.
For this project, 33 tractors designed to transport shipping containers around the terminal were built with an EV powertrain.

Apollo Funds and Vitol Announce WattEV Financing Partnership

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水曜日, 11月 8, 2023

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NEW YORK, HOUSTON and LONG BEACH, Calif., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) and Vitol today announced that Apollo-managed funds (the “Apollo Funds”) and Vitol have agreed to provide a structured debt and equity financing to WattEV (“WattEV” or the “Company”), an industry leader in heavy-duty freight electrification providing end-to-end solutions to customers through the development of electric charging infrastructure and provisioning of electric vehicle trucks.

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NEW YORK, HOUSTON and LONG BEACH, Calif., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) and Vitol today announced that Apollo-managed funds (the “Apollo Funds”) and Vitol have agreed to provide a structured debt and equity financing to WattEV (“WattEV” or the “Company”), an industry leader in heavy-duty freight electrification providing end-to-end solutions to customers through the development of electric charging infrastructure and provisioning of electric vehicle trucks.
New financing from the Apollo Funds and Vitol will help WattEV fund the development of its near-term truck charging depots throughout California, including locations in warehouse districts in nearby Gardena, San Bernadino, and Bakersfield.
The transaction underscores Apollo’s commitment to driving a more sustainable future and long track record of investing in or lending to companies supporting the energy transition.
Marathon Capital served as financial advisor to WattEV on the transaction.

Mayor Rex Richardson Promotes, Explains Grow Long Beach Plan

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水曜日, 10月 4, 2023

Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson talked about increasing jobs and building the economy at his first Grow Long Beach forum last Thursday, then helped announce the launch of the Long Beach Venture Fund with Sunstone Management, Inc.

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Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson talked about increasing jobs and building the economy at his first Grow Long Beach forum last Thursday, then helped announce the launch of the Long Beach Venture Fund with Sunstone Management, Inc.
Mayor Richardson fleshed out plans he first proposed in January, at his first State of the City address.
The discussion focused more specifically on the Long Beach Venture Fund and the Launch Beach: 100 Startups campaign at a reception following the Grow Long Beach presentation.
We are going to make a difference in our community.”
To help facilitate the coalition and the Long Beach Venture Fund, Sunstone has opened an office in Long Beach at 1 World Trade Center, Suite 831.
For more information about the Long Beach Venture Fund, including a summary of risks, please request a Private Placement Memorandum from Sunstone Management, Inc.