The Port of Long Beach is positioning itself as the “Port of the Future,” with a long-term strategy to double cargo throughput to 20 million TEUs annually by 2050, Port CEO Dr. Noel Hacegaba announced during his first State of the Port address. Speaking to more than 1,300 industry, labor, and community leaders, Hacegaba highlighted a record-setting 2025 in which the port moved nearly 9.9 million containers without congestion, underscoring its operational resilience and efficiency. Central to the port’s growth strategy are major infrastructure and technology investments, including the $1.8 billion Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility, which aims to triple rail capacity by 2032, and the proposed Metro Express Terminal, envisioned as the world’s first conventional zero-emissions container terminal. Digital tools such as CargoNav and a forthcoming Universal Trucking Appointment System are expected to further improve cargo visibility and fluidity. While maintaining its leadership in sustainability, the port is preparing for another strong year in 2026 amid evolving trade policies, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of global commerce and regional economic growth.
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