Three Washington ports are receiving a combined $35.7 million in federal grants to improve cargo movement and strengthen maritime infrastructure. Senator Maria Cantwell announced the funding through the Port Infrastructure Development Program.
The Port of Vancouver will receive $18 million to reinforce Berth 8, upgrade cranes and improve cargo-handling equipment and worker safety. In Tacoma, Washington United Terminals will get nearly $11.4 million to strengthen ship-mooring systems and install new crane runways, helping accommodate larger vessels and move containers more efficiently. And the Port of Grays Harbor will receive $6.3 million to replace aging docks at Westport Marina, supporting commercial fishing and seafood processing…