The president of the United States, Joe Biden, met with the Port of Long Beach (POLB) executive director, Mario Cordero, and Long Beach Harbor commission president, Steven Neal at the San Pedro Bay port complex to discuss investments aiming to boost trade and build a resilient supply chain.
Biden meets Long Beach officials to discuss about investments on infrastructure and trade.
“President Biden’s visit underscores his administration’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the Port of Long Beach can thrive as an economic engine for Southern California and the nation,” said Cordero.
Biden, Cordero, and Neil looked at how higher logistics and transportation prices are contributing to inflation, ongoing efforts to quickly move cargo containers from docks to consumer doorsteps, and finance critical infrastructure in the port of Long Beach.
“We hope our continued partnership will allow the port to grow, create jobs, and facilitate the efficient and sustainable movement of goods,” said Neil.
The government provided US$52.3 million in late 2021 at POLB to develop the Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility, which will make it possible to transport more freight by train, increase efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
At the same time, the Californian port is working with leaders in the freight industry to develop cargo congestion solutions, including switching to 24-hour terminal operation, strengthening freight policies for seaports across the country and digitalisation.
In addition, POLB announced earlier this year the development of the Supply Chain Information Highway data solution to provide greater cargo visibility, connectivity, and predictability.
