Illinois International Port District News

New Executive Director Charts Future Of Chicago Port

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New Executive Director Charts Future Of Chicago Port

October 8, 2021

The Illinois International Port District (IIPD), located on Chicago’s south side, recently named Erik Varela as its executive director. Alongside IIPD’s board of directors, Varela will work to “solidify” the port district as an important domestic… Read More

New Job Program Seeks Opportunities In Marine Transportation

March 26, 2018

Partnering with Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart to hire graduates of his rehabilitation programs upon leaving prison is not new to the maritime industry. Prior to selling Illinois Marine Towing… Read More

Things Looking Up At Illinois International Port District The Illinois International Port District has “come to life” the last two years, with a new executive director, facility

The Illinois International Port District has “come to life” the last two years, with a new executive director, facility

Things Looking Up At Illinois International Port District

March 5, 2018

Clayton Harris, executive director of the Illinois International Port District in Chicago, Ill., told The Waterways Journal that 2017 was a successful year for the port, which he hopes will… Read More

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