{"id":12627,"date":"2024-01-06T01:18:47","date_gmt":"2024-01-06T01:18:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.findadistributor.com\/news\/?p=12627"},"modified":"2023-12-20T14:23:34","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T14:23:34","slug":"283m-for-port-of-long-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.findadistributor.com\/news\/283m-for-port-of-long-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"$283m for Port of Long Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Port of Long Beach will receive $283 million from the federal government to assist in building \u201cAmerica\u2019s Green Gateway,\u201d a rail project which will enable one of the nation\u2019s busiest seaports to move more cargo by trains, speeding deliveries across the entire national supply chain, easing congestion and lessening local environmental impacts.<\/p>\n

The funding was awarded for the Port\u2019s Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility through the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s\u00a0Mega Grant Program. The $1.567 billion project is the centerpiece of the Port\u2019s on-dock rail construction improvements.<\/p>\n

Moving cargo by on-dock rail \u2013 directly moving containers to and from marine terminals by trains \u2013 is cleaner and more efficient, as it reduces truck traffic. When the new facility opens, no cargo trucks will visit. Instead, smaller train segments will be brought to the facility and joined together into a full-sized train.<\/p>\n

\u201cReliable and efficient transportation of goods is crucial for keeping our economy thriving while protecting the air we breathe,\u201d said U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Port of Long Beach is a leading international hub for transporting major cargo, and this project will slash truck emissions while supporting economic growth and efficiency. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are strengthening our supply chain while creating jobs and improving air quality in near-port communities across the region.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a home run and significant investment for Long Beach and trade across the country,\u201d said U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis grant will create over 1,000 local jobs and 13,000 jobs across the country. As the former mayor of Long Beach I know how impactful this project will be to supporting the supply chain while reducing harmful pollution for families here at home. We are grateful to President Biden and Secretary Buttigieg for their support and partnership.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis Mega grant \u2013 which follows California\u2019s $158.4 million award for the Pier B On Dock Rail project as part of a\u00a0historic investment in supply chain infrastructure earlier this year\u00a0\u2013 shows the power Governor Newsom\u2019s and President Biden\u2019s infrastructure packages can have when working together,\u201d said California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin, who led a state delegation to Washington, D.C., over the summer to engage with top U.S. transportation officials about increased investments in California\u2019s ports.<\/p>\n

\u201cI thank the Biden-Harris administration and California\u2019s congressional leadership for this award, which will lead to a more efficient supply chain and economic benefits that span the entire country.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to thank the Biden-Harris administration, Secretary Buttigieg, and the U.S. Department of Transportation for awarding the Port of Long Beach this landmark $283 million infrastructure investment, ensuring that our Port will remain a national leader in goods movement, while creating thousands of quality local jobs,\u201d said Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Pier B Rail project represents a vital infrastructure investment that will improve the Port of Long Beach\u2019s sustainability and efficiency, bringing us up to 35% on-dock rail capacity in our terminals and improving the air quality for our residents.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe impact this funding will have on developing this project of national importance is staggering,\u201d said Port of Long Beach Chief Executive Officer Mario Cordero.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a facility that will help move cargo more efficiently to homes and businesses across America, and from U.S. producers to overseas markets, resulting in systemwide benefits to the supply chain. We\u2019d like to thank the U.S. Department of Transportation, Senator Alex Padilla and Congressman Robert Garcia for recognizing the significance of this project and making a significant investment in sustainable, efficient cargo movement.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The Port of Long Beach will receive $283 million from the federal government to assist in building \u201cAmerica\u2019s Green Gateway,\u201d a rail project which will enable one of the nation\u2019s busiest seaports to move more cargo by trains, speeding deliveries across the entire national supply chain, easing congestion and lessening local environmental impacts.<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cMoving more cargo with less environmental impact is the focal point of our approach to business,\u201d said Long Beach Harbor Commission President Bobby Olvera Jr.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility, \u2018America\u2019s Green Gateway,\u2019 will do this while easing traffic on regional roads and improving air quality. It\u2019s also vital to help meet the environmental goals outlined in the Clean Air Action Plan. We are grateful for this funding and thank the California Department of Transportation, our partner agency on this grant application.\u201d<\/p>\n

Due to the importance of the Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility to the national supply chain, the Port continues to seek funding partners for the project.\u00a0The California State Transportation Agency \u2013 CalSTA \u2013 in July 2023 announced a grant of $158 million from the Port and Freight Infrastructure Program\u00a0to help fund the Pier B project as an important part of the state\u2019s cargo movement strategy. The federal government previously awarded almost $105 million to the project. To date, the Port has secured more than $640 million in grant funding for Pier B.<\/p>\n