PMSA News
LONG BEACH, CA – The Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA) extends its congratulations and thanks to current Chief Executive Officer Mario Cordero for his years of dedicated leadership at the Port of Long Beach on the occasion of his upcoming retirement and also warmly welcomes Dr. Noel Hacegaba as he steps into the role as new Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2026.
LONG BEACH, CA – Mike Jacob, President of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA), issued the following statement following today’s South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Board meeting…
Ports of Los Angeles & Long Beach have maintained emissions cuts in 2024—surpassing air quality goals for NOₓ, SOₓ, DPM, and GHG.
The Pacific Merchant Shipping Association (PMSA) applauds the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) for moving forward with a Cooperative Agreement alongside the Ports and Cities of Los Angeles and Long Beach. This collaborative approach replaces the previously proposed Indirect Source Rule (ISR), aiming for enhanced emissions reductions through voluntary, consensus-driven efforts. PMSA highlights the success of this model in achieving significant air quality improvements without resorting to burdensome regulations.
PMSA supports SCAQMD’s 45-day pause on Port ISR rulemaking, backing a voluntary, cooperative emissions reduction agreement with LA and Long Beach ports.
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Dwell Times
Truck dwell stayed under 3 days for the 14th straight month. Rail improved by more than 2 full days year-over-year. PMSA's March 2026 dwell time numbers are in.
How efficiently are containers moving through San Pedro Bay? This analysis reviews January 2026 truck and rail dwell times at the nation’s busiest port complex.
Get insights into container dwell times at the San Pedro Bay port complex in December 2025, highlighting average truck and rail cargo movement, year-over-year improvements, and ongoing operational efficiency across the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.