Project to Boost Cargo Activity Slated for Completion in 2023
Galveston Wharves has finalized a deal with the US Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District to extend the Galveston Ship Channel, a project designed to boost the competitiveness of the deep-draft port close to Houston.
The US$16.3 million Galveston Harbour and Channel extension project will deepen the final 2,571 feet of the shipping channel to 46 feet, allowing larger vessels carrying more cargo to access privately-owned berths and those operated by the port.
The federal project, slated for completion in 2023, is expected to generate US$1.6 million per year in economic benefits, according to the USACE Galveston District.
The Wharves participated in project planning and will contribute a portion of project costs.
“We greatly value our strong partnership with the Galveston District and our shared vision to fully realize our ship channel’s potential,” said Rodger Rees, port director and CEO of Galveston Wharves.
“This extension will increase cargo activity, strengthen the port’s competitiveness, create more and better jobs, improve operational safety and reduce emissions.”
Galveston is one of the busiest ports in Texas, last year handling nearly 5 million tonnes of cargo. Freight moving through the facility includes bulk liquids, bulk fertilizer, wind and general cargo, new cars and other roll-on, roll-off items.
The port will be exhibiting at Breakbulk Americas 2022, taking place on 27-29 September at the George R. Brown Convention Centre in Houston.
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