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Crowley's Second Annual Sustainability Report Details Progress on Environmental Strategy and Continued Commitment to Employees

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Small business, Sustainability reporting, Woman, Equity, Black, Wind, DE, Future, Non-governmental organization, Diversity, Climate, Renewable energy, Management, Humboldt Bay, JAXPORT

JACKONVILLE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley has released its second annual sustainability report today, which details progress toward its sustainability goals in 2022 and previews continued efforts for 2023 and beyond. The report demonstrates how Crowley has accelerated the integration of sustainability throughout its business, which includes advancing its decarbonization strategy, evolving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) goals and establishing new and enhanced business growth and priorities, among other accomplishments.

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JACKONVILLE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley has released its second annual sustainability report today, which details progress toward its sustainability goals in 2022 and previews continued efforts for 2023 and beyond.
"We have been able to advance, and even exceed, some of the goals laid out in our inaugural report," said Tom Crowley, chairman and CEO.
Highlights from the 2022 Sustainability Report include:
Publication of short-term emissions reductions goals and initial results toward its long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Partnered with various NGOs, industry groups and companies to support its sustainability strategy in the U.S. and Central America.

Crowley's Second Annual Sustainability Report Details Progress on Environmental Strategy and Continued Commitment to Employees

Retrieved on:

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Small business, Sustainability reporting, Woman, Equity, Black, Wind, DE, Future, Non-governmental organization, Diversity, Climate, Renewable energy, Management, Humboldt Bay, JAXPORT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowley has released its second annual sustainability report today, which details progress toward its sustainability goals in 2022 and previews continued efforts for 2023 and beyond.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowley has released its second annual sustainability report today, which details progress toward its sustainability goals in 2022 and previews continued efforts for 2023 and beyond.
"The progress we made in just one year speaks to our employees' dedication and vision," said Chairman and CEO Tom Crowley.
Highlights from the 2022 Sustainability Report include:
Formalized DE&I plan, including representation strategy and goals for women, LGBTQ+ and Black employees.
Partnered with various NGOs, industry groups and companies to support its sustainability strategy in the U.S. and Central America.

Crowley's Second Annual Sustainability Report Details Progress on Environmental Strategy and Continued Commitment to Employees

Retrieved on:

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Small business, Sustainability reporting, Woman, Equity, Black, Wind, DE, Future, Non-governmental organization, Diversity, Climate, Renewable energy, Management, Humboldt Bay, JAXPORT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowley has released its second annual sustainability report today, which details progress toward its sustainability goals in 2022 and previews continued efforts for 2023 and beyond.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowley has released its second annual sustainability report today, which details progress toward its sustainability goals in 2022 and previews continued efforts for 2023 and beyond.
"This year was about our people, listening to feedback and taking action to continue to build a strong company culture.
Highlights from the 2022 Sustainability Report include:
Formalized DE&I plan, including representation strategy and goals for women, LGBTQ+ and Black employees.
Partnered with various NGOs, industry groups and companies to support its sustainability strategy in the U.S. and Central America.

Cosentino Group Announces Investment in Florida, Plan to Expand Manufacturing to North America

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

“In the 78 years that our family has been in the surfacing business, this is one of our greatest milestones yet,” said Eduardo Cosentino, CEO of Cosentino Americas and EVP of Global Sales.

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“In the 78 years that our family has been in the surfacing business, this is one of our greatest milestones yet,” said Eduardo Cosentino, CEO of Cosentino Americas and EVP of Global Sales.
This endeavor is part of our long-term vision and has been in development for many years.
It will help streamline distribution channels in North America to meet demand for the brand’s most sought-after colors.
Cosentino anticipates Phase One of expansion will create approximately 180 jobs, including production and maintenance operators as well as shift managers.

Arcadia Cold Breaks Ground on Next Site, Fifth Cold Storage Facility In Past Year

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Partnership, Jacksonville Port Authority, Port, Port of Jacksonville, Principal, Warehouse, JAXPORT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadia Cold, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, celebrated the groundbreaking of their Jacksonville Cold Storage in partnership with Saxum Real Estate and local officials. The event was hosted by Primus Builders, the project general contractor.

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The new Arcadia facility will add 30,254 pallet positions with blast freezing capacity and will occupy 216,297 square feet.
This is Arcadia's fifth cold storage facility they have announced in the past year, following locations in Burleson, TX, Atlanta, GA, Hazleton, PA and Phoenix, AZ.
The Jacksonville Cold Storage Facility will be Arcadia's first to focus on port-based handling services and is strategically located 10-minutes from the Port of Jacksonville (JAXPORT).
Chris Hughes, CEO & President of Arcadia Cold , stated: "We're excited to break ground on our new Jacksonville facility and continue expanding our footprint in the cold storage industry.

New 3PL Announces Jacksonville Cold Storage Facility

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Jacksonville Port Authority, Growth, Port, Port of Jacksonville, Warehouse, JAXPORT

ATLANTA, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadia Cold, a national third-party logistics provider (3PL), is pleased to announce the construction of a new cold storage facility in Jacksonville to address the growing demand for pallet space in the market.

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ATLANTA, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadia Cold, a national third-party logistics provider (3PL), is pleased to announce the construction of a new cold storage facility in Jacksonville to address the growing demand for pallet space in the market.
National 3PL is pleased to announce the construction of a new cold storage facility in Jacksonville, FL.
Arcadia's Jacksonville Cold Storage facility will assist food companies in taking their products from port to plate.
The Jacksonville Cold Storage Facility will boast an impressive 216,297 square feet and 30,254 pallet positions with blast freezing capacity to freeze more than 6 million pounds of product a week.

FlexCold Announces Plans for Charleston Facility as it Continues to Revolutionize and Modernize Cold Storage and Food Logistics Warehousing

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

USDA, Jacksonville Port Authority, Food, JAXPORT, FDA, Port of Charleston, Port, Warehouse, Retail

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FlexCold, a leader in revolutionizing cold storage warehousing with end-to-end expertise, today announced plans to open its second cold storage facility in the U.S., which will be built in Charleston, SC, where the Company’s headquarters are located.

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CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FlexCold, a leader in revolutionizing cold storage warehousing with end-to-end expertise, today announced plans to open its second cold storage facility in the U.S., which will be built in Charleston, SC, where the Company’s headquarters are located.
The first facility, located in Jacksonville near the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT), opened in the fall of 2022.
FlexCold will be building the new facility from the ground up, leveraging its end-to-end expertise in designing modern infrastructure and storage densification to maximize the efficiency of resources.
The Company plans to continue to expand with the opening of new facilities in strategic locations with additional announcements planned later this year.

Crowley, JAXPORT Awarded Grant to Make Terminal More Sustainable

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Monday, October 31, 2022

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley and the Port of Jacksonville, Fla. (JAXPORT) have been awarded a federal grant that will support a $14.6 million project to reduce emissions and add electric-power equipment at Crowley's terminal.

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Crowley and the Port of Jacksonville, Fla. (JAXPORT) have been awarded a federal grant that will support a $14.6 million project to reduce emissions and add electric-power equipment at Crowley's terminal.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley and the Port of Jacksonville, Fla. (JAXPORT) have been awarded a federal grant that will support a $14.6 million project to reduce emissions and add electric-power equipment at Crowley's terminal.
The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Maritime Administration (MARAD) awarded the grant under the Port Infrastructure Development Program.
The total grant award for JAXPORT is a $23.5 million grant to enhance sustainability initiatives at the port's Blount Island and Talleyrand marine terminals.

FlexCold Launches to Revolutionize and Modernize Cold Storage and Food Logistics Warehousing

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

Food, GLOBE, Congestion, Revolution, USDA, Transport, FDA, Jacksonville Port Authority, Water, JAXPORT, Solution, Technology, Poultry, Warehouse

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FlexCold, a leader in revolutionizing cold storage warehousing with end-to-end expertise, today announced the grand opening of its first facility, on October 20.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FlexCold, a leader in revolutionizing cold storage warehousing with end-to-end expertise, today announced the grand opening of its first facility, on October 20.
FlexCold is a leader in revolutionizing cold storage warehousing and logistics with end-to-end expertise.
The companys ground-up, customer-centric culture provides customers with personal, flexible, and nimble service in strategic locations that are advantageous to todays evolving food landscape.
With the average age of cold storage infrastructure more than 40 years old, FlexColds unique solutions, including partnerships, create efficiencies that support its customers growth.

Clean Canaveral Completes Inaugural LNG Bunkering in Florida

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Monday, March 28, 2022

The Clean Canaveral, a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunker barge operating along the coast of the southeastern United States, recently completed its inaugural bunkering in Jacksonville, Florida.

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The Clean Canaveral, a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunker barge operating along the coast of the southeastern United States, recently completed its inaugural bunkering in Jacksonville, Florida.
The Clean Canaveral has a capacity of 5,500 cubic meters, making it the largest Jones Act LNG bunker barge.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220328005257/en/
The Clean Canaveral providing cool-down services and bunkering LNG to the Eagle Brasilia (Photo: Business Wire)
This operation marks the first barge-to-ship cool down performed in the United States.
As part of the operation, LNG was loaded onto the Clean Canaveral at the Jacksonville dock of JAX LNG, a joint venture between Seaside subsidiary Northstar Jacksonville and Pivotal LNG, a subsidiary of BHE GT&S.