Port of Hueneme receives $11.25 million in federal funding for infrastructure improvements

WASHINGTON D.C. (KEYT) – On Tuesday, members of California's Congressional delegation announced a federal investment of $11.25 million for infrastructure updates at the Port of Hueneme.

The Port Infrastructure Development Program for the Port of Hueneme was awarded a $11,250,000 grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration.

"This $11.25 million federal investment in the Port of Hueneme prospers the local and regional economy and strengthens the national supply chain," said Port of Hueneme Director and CEO Kristin Decas. "Funds will rehabilitate an essential wharf and deepen the berth to support larger vessels requisite to growing import/export volumes. This funding doesn't just improve our docks; it creates good paying jobs in logistics."

The Maritime Administration manages a discretionary grant program that uses a competitive basis to determine recipient projects on an annual basis.

Previous project awardees can be found here.

The Port of Hueneme's trade volume has increased by 80 percent over the last decade, moving over $15.8 billion in goods and generating over $2.8 billion for the local economy shared the Port of Hueneme.

State and federal funds have been used to support shoreside power and emissions reduction systems that facilitate zero emission port traffic including roll-on/roll-off ships, crane electrification, and zero emission cargo handling equipment.

Additionally, the adjacent Naval Base Ventura County is on track to construct an expansive permanent testing and maintenance network of facilities for testing unmanned undersea and surface platforms.

"A vital engine for clean jobs and workforce development, the Port of Hueneme drives economic growth and promotes climate resiliency across our region," detailed Congresswoman Brownley. "These federal investments will help the Port of Hueneme carry out its critical functions while prioritizing safety, maximizing efficiency, and guaranteeing responsible stewardship. Ensuring the Port's sustainability and resilience is essential for our environmental and economic prosperity, and I will continue to support investments like these that serve our community and help safeguard our future."

An additional federal grant of $11,224,449 was awarded for infrastructure improvements at the Port of Richmond.

"By upgrading key infrastructure at the Ports of Hueneme and Richmond, we're strengthening our supply chains, supporting good-paying jobs, and moving goods more reliably across California and the nation," explained Senator Padilla. "As the fourth-largest economy in the world, California depends on ports like these as critical gateways for trade and growth. I'll continue fighting for investments that deliver lasting benefits for the workers, businesses, and communities that rely on them."