Amports Acquires Red Hook ConRo Terminal at Port Freeport
Strategic acquisition strengthens Amports’ integrated port services and extends stevedoring capabilities to the Gulf Coast
Amports has acquired the Red Hook ConRo Terminal at Port Freeport, further expanding the company’s stevedoring services and strengthening its ability to deliver integrated port operations across the United States. The acquisition marks another important milestone in Amports’ deliberate growth strategy, establishing a coast-to-coast stevedoring footprint spanning the West Coast, East Coast, and Gulf Coast.
The Port Freeport acquisition builds on Amports’ strategic entry into stevedoring operations, which began at its Benicia, California terminal in November 2024 and expanded to the Atlantic and Chesapeake terminals in Baltimore in June 2025. With operations now active in key U.S. markets, Amports is able to deliver consistent service standards, safety practices, and operational visibility for customers across its national network.
Port Freeport is one of the fastest-growing ports in the United States and serves as a critical gateway for domestic and international trade. Integrating stevedoring operations at this location enhances Amports’ ability to support customers with greater control, transparency, and efficiency—from vessel discharge to terminal processing and inland distribution.
“This acquisition represents the next step in the deliberate expansion of our stevedoring business. Since launching our first stevedoring operation, we’ve demonstrated the value of integrating vessel discharge directly with our on-terminal services. Adding Port Freeport allows us to deliver those same benefits - greater control, transparency, and consistency - to customers across all major U.S. coasts.”
Vee Kachroo, CEO of AMPORTS.
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Green Marine is a unique environmental certification program that addresses multiple sustainability issues within the marine industry. Its participants, which include over 180 shipping companies, port authorities, terminal operators, and shipyards, commit to exceeding regulatory compliance and continuously improving their environmental performance. Through concrete actions and collaborative initiatives, Green Marine fosters industry-wide progress toward reducing environmental impact and promoting greener maritime operations.
Red Hook ConRo Terminal brings more than 10 years of experience in stevedoring and terminal operations, supported by specialized equipment and a highly experienced workforce. Operations at Port Freeport will continue with the existing team, ensuring continuity, operational excellence, and the high service standards customers expect.
The acquisition underscores AMPORTS’ long-term commitment to investing in people, infrastructure, and integrated port services that enhance supply chain performance in a complex and high-demand logistics environment.
“She has been incredibly helpful as I’ve learned this operation. Her willingness to explain processes, answer questions, and jump in wherever needed has made her an invaluable partner.”
OEM Customer
A Bright Future Ahead
Katelyn represents the future of automotive logistics: deeply passionate, highly capable, and eager to keep growing. Her efforts have strengthened AMPORTS’ relationships with a key customer and contributed directly to smoother operations at our Jacksonville terminal.
AMPORTS is proud to celebrate Katelyn—and the many women across our organization who are redefining what leadership looks like in our industry.
