A two-year project that will improve the Yusen Terminals’ container handling facilities at the Port of Los Angeles is scheduled to begin this summer.
The Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners has awarded Manson Construction Co. a $44.6 million contract to upgrade berths and backlands at Berths 212-224.
“ This project consists of strategic improvements to make Yusen a more agile terminal and strengthen our competitive edge ,” said Port Executive Director Gene Seroka . “ In addition to making the best use of Port property, it incorporates green features and practices that further our commitment to the highest environmental standards.”
Based on all design, project management and construction costs, the Port’s total investment is estimated at more than $67 million.
Major project elements include:
Increasing Yusen’s on-dock rail capacity 25 percent by adding a single 2900-foot line of loading track to accommodate higher container volumes in a short period of time when large ships call.
Yusen operates the 185-acre container terminal under a long-term lease with the Port that extends through 2026.
The project is part of the Port’s larger capital program aimed at enhancing berth, gate and rail efficiencies at all Los Angeles marine terminals.
Over the next five years, the Port plans to invest more than $800 million in its facilities.
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