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Seaboard Marine Acquires 2,750 State-of-the-Art Refrigerated Containers
Seaboard Marine is excited to announce a significant enhancement to our refrigerated cargo fleet with the acquisition of 2,750 state-of-the-art forty-foot refrigerated containers. This strategic investment underscores our dedication to providing our customers with the highest quality equipment and exceptional service. The newly acquired refrigerated containers are equipped with advanced [...]
Seaboard Marine’s New LNG Powered Vessel, Seaboard Voyager, Joins the Fleet
Seaboard Marine proudly announces the arrival of a new liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered container and refrigerated cargo vessel, the Seaboard Voyager. With a capacity of 3,500 TEU, including over 1,000 onboard refrigerated container plugs, the Seaboard Voyager is the first in Seaboard Marine's new V-Class fleet. The company also revealed [...]
Seaboard Marine Expands Renewable Energy Initiatives with Solar Panel Installations in Honduras
Seaboard Marine, a leading marine transportation company, continues its commitment to sustainability by expanding its renewable energy projects to its locations in Honduras. Recently, the company installed 42 solar panels and three inverters at its La Fraternidad yard and another set of 42 solar panels at its Medina yard, [...]
Increase to the United States Domestic Fuel Surcharge
Effective December 1, 2024, the United States Domestic Fuel Surcharge Index shall be based on the following: Port of Load or Port of Discharge Surcharge Percentage Jacintoport, Houston, TX (Houston) 30.00% Ocean Terminal, GA (Savannah) 30.00% Penn Terminals, Philadelphia, PA (Philadelphia) [...]
Seaboard Marine Supports Hurricane Relief Efforts in Jamaica with Samaritan’s Purse Donation
Seaboard Marine recently reaffirmed our commitment to supporting communities in need through our support for Samaritan’s Purse, an international humanitarian organization. This contribution was instrumental in transporting emergency relief supplies to families in Jamaica who were severely impacted by Hurricane Beryl. Samaritan’s Purse, recognized for its rapid response to [...]
Seaboard Marine Participates at Baynanza Biscayne Bay Cleanup Day 2024
Seaboard Marine was a proud sponsor and active participant in Miami-Dade County's Baynanza Biscayne Bay Cleanup Day 2024. This incredible initiative was the culmination of a two-month awareness campaign highlighting the importance of Biscayne Bay, one of the most vital ecological systems in South Florida Over 60 dedicated Seaboard Marine [...]
Seaboard Marine Enhances Connectivity with New United States Gulf Service to Central America
Seaboard Marine will commence, beginning Sunday, March 10th, with an upgraded United States Gulf Service to bolster connectivity between Houston, New Orleans, and Central America. Three modern and efficient vessels will support this improved service, providing direct, regular connectivity to key ports throughout Central America. David Labbe, Regional Vice [...]
Seaboard Marine Enhances Service from the Port of Savannah
Seaboard Marine is pleased to announce enhanced service between the Port of Savannah, Latin America, and the Caribbean Basin. Beginning January 17, 2024, Seaboard Marine will offer direct weekly service between the Port of Savannah and Colombia, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica, with additional connections to Central America and the [...]
Seaboard Marine Launches New Direct Service Between Wilmington and Central America
Seaboard Marine is pleased to announce a new direct service connecting Central America with Wilmington, North Carolina. The new weekly service, supported by two (2) container vessels, connects key inland points in Central America, including San Salvador, El Salvador, and Managua, Nicaragua. The service will commence on Sunday, November [...]
Service Enhancement, New Direct Service Between Philadelphia and North Central America
Seaboard Marine recently announced a new direct service connecting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with North Central America. The new direct call, connecting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to key Central American destinations, including El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua, will commence on Sunday, November 26, 2023, departing Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala. Angel Morrobel, Seaboard [...]