NEWS | U.S WEST COAS T
PORT OF OAKLAND AWARDED $50M TO MODERNIZE TERMINAL INFRASTRUCTURE
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he Port of Oakland has secured a $50 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration
(MARAD) to upgrade infrastructure at its Outer Harbor. The funding will support efforts to modernize the port’s wharves and terminals, making them capable of handling Ultra Large Container Vessels (ULCVs), which have become a staple of West Coast shipping operations. These massive vessels, capable of carrying up to 24,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), are currently limited in their access to Oakland’s Outer Harbor due to outdated infrastructure that was designed for smaller ships.
The federal grant will help the port accommodate these larger vessels, which are more efficient, environmentally cleaner, and cost-effective than older ships. It is part of a broader multi-year modernization plan to upgrade the Port of Oakland’s infrastructure and contribute to its transition to zero-emissions operations. Port of Oakland executive director
Danny Wan expressed gratitude for the support, particularly from Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Senator Alex Padilla, and the Bay Area’s congressional delegation. “This federal funding will help us improve infrastructure that will make the Oakland Seaport a cleaner, safer, and more efficient international gateway for moving imports
and exports,” Wan said. The total cost of the Outer Harbor
improvement project is estimated at $66 million, with the federal grant covering a substantial portion of the funding. The upgrades will ensure that the port remains competitive, efficient, and flexible, enhancing its ability to handle larger vessels and meet future demand. Port Maritime director Bryan Brandes emphasized the importance of the project, stating, “It is essential that we upgrade infrastructure because the Oakland Seaport is a critical artery for commerce in Northern California.” The project includes key enhancements such as wharf strengthening, structural repairs, replacement of container crane rails, addition of support piles, reinforcement of support beams, and the installation of a new electrical bus bar system to support larger ship-to-shore cranes. As one of the primary gateways for containerized cargo on the U.S. West Coast, the Port of Oakland plays a critical role in the national and regional economy. The port is a vital export hub for California’s agricultural products and supports the agricultural sector in the Central Valley. Additionally, it is one of 18 federally designated commercial strategic ports, recognized for its role in national security and emergency preparedness through the National Port Readiness Network.
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