Bayard Hogans, who led Enstructure’s Mid-Atlantic operations and played a key role in the Port of Wilmington expansion, is no longer with the company as of July 2025.   (Photo courtesy: portwilmington.com)

Enstructure president departs as Port of Wilmington project continues

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Delaware State Government, Headlines, Port of Wilmington

WILMINGTON — Bayard Hogans, formerly the president overseeing Enstructure’s Mid-Atlantic operations including Delaware, has departed the company, according to a recent announcement from the Port of Wilmington operations.  Hogans’ departure comes nearly two years after he was appointed to the role in October 2023, following the state’s termination of its contract with previous port operator Gulftainer. Enstructure stepped in with …

Chiquita Brands has renewed its long-standing partnership with the Port of Wilmington. (Photo by Mike Mozart)

Chiquita’s largest U.S. port operation to stay in Wilmington under renewed deal

Claudia EstradaEconomy, Business, Government, Headlines, Port of Wilmington

WILMINGTON- Chiquita Brands has renewed its long-standing partnership with the Port of Wilmington, as announced jointly by Chiquita, port operator Enstructure LLC, and Delaware Governor Matt Meyer. The renewed agreement continues a relationship that began in 1988, when Chiquita selected the Port of Wilmington as its Mid-Atlantic supply chain hub. According to Enstructure, the port has since become the brand’s …

The joint message acknowledges the contributions of two of Meyer’s nominees, but also indicates that the Senate would not be moving forward with their appointments. (Photo courtesy of portwilmington.com)

Senate leaders decline two of Meyer’s Wilmington Port Board Nominees, calling for new direction

Claudia EstradaGovernment & Politics, Headlines, port, Port of Wilmington

Democratic leaders in the Delaware State Senate released a statement Monday evening addressing Governor Matt Meyer’s recent nominations to the Diamond State Port Corporation, pushing for new leadership as the Port of Wilmington moves into a pivotal phase. Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend, and Senate Majority Whip Elizabeth “Tizzy” Lockman issued a joint message …