Oregon Relaunches Its Only Container Terminal After Scheduled Closing

Portland's container terminal gets fresh start with new operator (Port of Portland)

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. Officials gathered on January 7 at the Port of Portland, Oregon, to mark what they are calling a fresh start for a reborn container shipping terminal. The only one in the state, the small facility known for years as Terminal 6, had faced an imminent closure due to mounting financial losses and the lack of an operator.

Oregon’s Governor Tina Kotek intervened to save the operation while highlighting its critical contribution to the state’s economy and local businesses. The state committed to providing $40 million to bridge the operations while a new operator was located. It also committed to infrastructure improvements for a port that is located far upriver from the ocean.

Go to this link to read the full article published by The Maritime Executive: https://maritime-executive.com/article/oregon-relaunches-its-only-container-terminal-after-scheduled-closing