Wedoany.com Report-Jul. 20, International Transportation Service (ITS) began a $365 million South Slip Fill Project at the Port of Long Beach, USA, in July 2025 to enhance terminal capacity. The initiative will support large containerships and boost the local economy.

By 2028, the expanded terminal will increase cargo-handling capacity by 50%, ensuring growth at a major global port. A 560-foot quay extension, starting with a 19-acre fill, will allow berthing of two 18,000 TEU vessels, improving throughput.

Kim Holtermand, ITS Long Beach CEO, said: “This project strengthens America’s supply chain by investing in infrastructure the right way—using local labor and U.S.-made materials. We’re not just preparing for the future—we’re building it here, at home.” Managed by the Dutra/Griffith Company Joint Venture, the project will create over three years of jobs for local workers and businesses.

Bonnie Lowenthal, Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners President, stated: “ITS has been a powerful force for environmental stewardship in our green port by modernizing terminal operations and moving more cargo containers by rail. They’ve been great partners in our mission to lead green and we look forward to more great things to come. Congratulations to the ITS team on this momentous occasion as we break ground to make ground.”

Mario Cordero, Port CEO, noted: “ITS’ commitment to further greening its operations, increasing capacity and strengthening its ties to the Port of Long Beach is even stronger than it was nearly 20 years ago, when it became our first to sign a green lease. By ‘building more America now,’ ITS is also building more land for the Port of Long Beach while expanding capacity and driving efficiency on its terminal.”

The project follows upgrades like the port’s first on-dock rail and electric cranes. Since 2005, the port has cut diesel particulate matter by 92%, nitrogen oxides by 71%, and sulfur oxides by 98%, while container traffic rose 20%.