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said Ancora was “probably 80%” back to normal, the blow softened by the company’s business in multiple other ports since the collapse.
“We did a lot of work in Norfolk and Newark and in Philadelphia, handling the cargoes there,” Zwanenburg said. “We also brought many containers from those ports back to our ware- house in Baltimore. We weren’t super- busy in the beginning, but we’re getting a good influx again of products coming back to Baltimore.”
He said Ancora applied for grants to assist Baltimore’s affected businesses and the company didn’t lay off any of its 20 full-time employees. The work- force is a strong suit for Ancora, reflect- ing the owners’ experience, know-how and connections, leading to superior customer service — especially when difficulties arise.
“We don't get very nervous when things happen,” Zwanenburg said. “It’s about finding the solution for the problem and we're kind of good at that. With the extensive knowledge we have and our extensive network around the U.S. and globally, we’re good at thinking outside the box.”
Haines said she’s made “dozens and dozens of good personal friends” over the years at the Port of Baltimore. She said the MPA helps in working hard to put things together. “It’s enjoyable when you have the feeling that everybody is in the same boat rowing in the same direction,” she said. “And I think that's why Baltimore has been able to maintain and stay alive.”
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