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Wind Products Shipped to the US West Coast Require More On-Dock Space
The Port of Stockton is the best option for wind energy OEMs on the West Coast of the United States. Components are getting larger, timing and availability of cargo are becoming
more critical, and the Port of Stockton o ers the exibility of 24/7 gates and ease of access to major freeways. Additionally, the they are served by both the BNSF and UP railroads. All
OFFSHORE WIND FARMS ARE PROJECTED TO EXPERIENCE
of this gives cargo owners better control of their shipments.
EXPLOSIVE GROWTH IN THE UNITED STATES
The expected growth of o shore wind farms o the coast of California will require ample laydown area for the assembly and staging of tower components for subsequent movement to the erection site. The ability to assemble onshore and near-dock provides e ciencies, and the Port of Stockton
has more than enough laydown area and rail capacity for virtually any project.
SPEED
OEMs increase e ciencies by getting their components to the erection site on time and within budget. With immediate access to uncongested highways like I-5, CA-99 and CA-4 as well as on- and near-dock rail the Port of Stockton gets
product where it needs to go as quickly and e ciently as possible in
COMMITMENT TO A
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, in which the Port of Stockton operates, is an important and delicate environment. Not only does it provide drinking water for two-thirds of the state, it acts as a habitat for countless sh, birds and wildlife. The Port is deeply committed to maintaining and protecting this area. The Port’s Delta Environmental Enhancement Program (D.E.E.P.) aims to enhance air quality, water quality and wildlife habitats in the Delta and surrounding communities.
The Port of Stockton continues to expand its commitment to a cleaner environment by being a participant in the Green Marine Project. Green Marine is a leading North American environmental certi cation program for the maritime transportation industry.
the easiest possible way.
CLEANER ENVIRONMENT
The Green Marine certi cation process is rigorous and transparent. Results are independently veri ed every two years and each company’s
The Port is also in the process of replacing its
eet of diesel forklifts with electric zero-emission lifts.
FLEXIBLE AND SECURE
With 15 Berths the Port can quickly adapt to changing vessel schedules. With 24/7 Security they keep your cargo safe.
individual results are published annually.
PLANNING OPPORTUNITIES
Due to the increased shipments of wind components to the US West Coast, OEMs need more and more space to meet the demands of their customers. The Port of Stockton o ers 500 near-dock acres for development for importers to store and handle large scale projects.
No other Port o ers the advantage of having ample laydown area the space for the on-shore assembly of product, the ability to handle increasing volumes and hundreds of acres to give customers opportunities to grow.
FOR FUTURE GROWTH
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