Rapid Growth Calls for Sustainable and Resilient Solutions at Ports and Maritime Facilities
Traditional ways of doing business are being challenged worldwide by demands for increased efficiency, improved customer responsiveness and lower costs to move cargo. Solving for such issues requires a reliable, knowledgeable team armed with design-build capabilities and flexible contracting options to upgrade your critical infrastructure.
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Taking the Helm and Delivering the Goods: Sustaining Port Infrastructure for Economic Development

Since its opening, more than 80 million tons of freight have moved through the Tulsa Port of Catoosa. After undertaking ownership of a second port and adopting the name Tulsa Ports, improvements were essential to reinvigorate both sites and promote economic activity throughout the region.

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Port Authorities Can Prepare for Federal Funding Opportunities

The federal infrastructure act provides ports and maritime facilities with a unique funding opportunity to modernize transportation operations.

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Turning the Tides With Design-Build for Ports and Maritime Projects

Port and maritime facilities face modernization initiatives and upgrades. Design-build project delivery can streamline accountability and maximize returns.

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The Grant Proposal: A Story Worth Millions of Dollars

Securing grant funding can be a laborious task, but applicants can use this opportunity to collaborate with local leaders, build relationships with funding agencies and envision their ideal project.

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As the Port of Muskogee Recovers From Historic Flooding, the Waterway Looks to Mitigate Future Weather-Related Events While Supporting Continuous Growth

A strategic plan that focuses on current and future needs of the key inland port in Muskogee, Oklahoma, outlines flood mitigation measures and infrastructure improvements while positioning the port for future success.

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An Electrified Future for Cargo Shipping Services

As part of an overall program aimed at accelerating the adoption of medium- to heavy-duty electric vehicles, the Port of Oakland embarked on a project to provide its depot with the electrical infrastructure needed to support these vehicles.

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New Industries Bring New Life to Dilapidated Port Facilities

Environmental remediation and revitalization efforts at port facilities on the East Coast are creating value and appeal for the offshore wind industry.

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As-Needed Energy Services to Drive Sustainable Port Operations

The San Diego Unified Port District has embraced a leadership role in establishing operations that reduce emissions and improve air quality. To help determine the right projects to further this mission, the District turned to our team for a multiyear, as-needed energy services contract.

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Prefabrication Benefits Are Being Rediscovered by Many Industries

Though some time-tested ideas may fall out of favor, they often reappear, particularly if they offer new solutions for current business realities or market conditions. Such is the case with prefabrication and preassembly of components and materials needed in construction of power generation plants, refineries, manufacturing facilities and alternative energy storage buildings.

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Creating Control in Unpredictable Circumstances

As construction health and safety standards adapt for social distancing, crews seek ways to reduce hours while advancing projects. Prefabrication can help.

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Making the Move to Port Electrification

Though port electrification has environmental benefits, operators face many challenges in paying for and building out the necessary infrastructure.

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Employing Robust Cybersecurity Solutions for Maritime Transportation

Maritime companies and port authorities must use constant threat monitoring and detection systems to protect against cyberattacks and prevent disturbances.

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Providing Complex Overhaul Design for a Naval Base

Since its opening nearly 30 years ago, the Trident Refit Facility Dry Dock at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay had remained unchanged. A retrofit design was needed to provide crucial updates to the facility to meet mission requirements.

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Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Terminal

Across the world, there’s a growing demand for U.S.-supplied liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). This steady rise in need prompted Phillips 66 to build a new LPG export terminal at its facility in Freeport, Texas. Phillips 66 turned to BMZ Export Terminal Partners (BMZ), a joint venture between Burns & McDonnell and Zachry Industrial Inc., to provide engineering, procurement and construction services.