U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and officials broke ground on a $1.5 billion railyard expansion project at the port of Long Beach. The project, known as 'America's Green Gateway,' will significantly increase the port's rail cargo capacity, aiming to reduce environmental impact, traffic congestion, and air pollution caused by cargo trucks.
The expansion will connect the port to 30 major rail hubs nationwide, allowing for the movement of nearly five million containers annually. This initiative is part of efforts to enhance the resilience of American supply chains and address disruptions caused by the pandemic.
