California Construction News staff writer
Construction is set to begin on $119 million in infrastructure improvements at the Port of Oakland that will enable Matson Terminal to operate a fleet of zero-emission cargo-handling equipment.
The project includes new charging and electrical infrastructure to support the transition. Once completed, Matson Terminal will be the first marine terminal at the port to operate an entirely zero-emission cargo-handling fleet.
The Port of Oakland marked the start of construction with California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin and other officials.
The California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) is providing $119 million through its Port and Freight Infrastructure Program (PFIP), which funds improvements to the state’s goods-movement network, reduces emissions and addresses supply chain congestion.
“The Port has been advancing and transitioning to green technologies, and to have our first terminal achieve a zero-emissions equipment fleet, is an important moment,” Port of Oakland Executive Director Kristi McKenney said.
The project is intended to reduce emissions while improving freight efficiency and strengthening the port’s competitiveness.
“Today, we’re building on Governor Newsom’s commitment to strengthen California’s ports with investments that modernize infrastructure, support economic growth and advance cleaner, more efficient goods movements,” Omishakin said.
The Matson Terminal is operated by SSA Terminals, a joint venture between SSA Marine and Matson.
SSA Marine Regional Vice-President Adam Patalano said the company plans to continue working with the port to transition additional cargo-handling equipment to zero-emission technology.
“On behalf of SSA Terminals, we are proud to partner with the Port of Oakland and the State of California on this deployment of zero-emissions cargo handling equipment,” Patalano said.
The project is expected to be completed in 2028.
