China Shipping celebrates LA terminal expansion

China Shipping celebrated the completion of a major phase of its terminal expansion project at the Port of Los Angeles earlier this week, adding a new 925-foot section of wharf, 18 additional acres of backland and four state-of-the art container cranes that will increase cargo throughput, create jobs and reduce air emissions.


“We take great pride in the growth and success we’ve experienced at the Port of Los Angeles,” said Chairman Li Shaode of China Shipping. “The completion of this critical phase allows for the berthing of two ships simultaneously and positively positions China Shipping and the Port for considerable growth opportunities.”


“I commend China Shipping for its long-term commitment to the Los Angeles economy and the environment,” said Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. “This is a global company that has made a major financial investment in Los Angeles to significantly grow its business using the cleanest technology available.”


China Shipping operates the West Basin Container Terminal at the Port of Los Angeles. With the most recent $47.6 million expansion phase completed, the terminal now has 2,125 feet of wharf space and eight super post-Panamax cranes, handling cargo operations for the China Shipping, Yang Ming, K-Line, Cosco, Hanjin, Sinotrans and Zim shipping lines. China Shipping also has a joint venture with a neighboring container terminal at the Port, operated by Yang Ming Shipping Line.
(Source:http://www.seatrade-asia.com)