DOT Distributes $774M Port Upgrade Grants to 37 U.S. Facilities

Key Details The Department of Transportation announced $774 million in port infrastructure grants across 37 projects at coastal seaports, Great Lakes ports, and inland river ports. Alaska, Texas, and Florida received the largest allocations, with $115.4 million, $97.7 million, and $55.4 million respectively. The funding comes through the Maritime Administration's Port Infrastructure Development Program to modernize ports and strengthen supply chains nationwide. Why It Matters These investments directly impact your supply chain reliability and shipping timelines. Port improvements like expanded capacity, modernized berths, and enhanced equipment capabilities mean faster cargo movement and more predictable delivery schedules. Better infrastructure also supports economic growth and job creation across the transportation sector. Notable Projects Alaska's Port MacKenzie received $34 million for a multimodal expansion including a 110-acre cargo laydown area, warehouse, rail spur, and enhanced heavy-lift capabilities. Port Houston gets $48 million to build a new container yard and install exit gates at Bayport Terminal. Georgia's Port of Savannah secured funding for a lay berth optimization project to improve vessel scheduling reliability and berth productivity. Florida ports will rehabilitate cargo berths and construct new 400-foot berth extensions. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized that port investments strengthen supply chains, support American jobs, and enhance national security. These modernizations help keep grocery shelves stocked and energy supply chains resilient.