Dredging project in Puerto Rico
A $62 million project to dredge Puerto Rico's biggest seaport began amid opposition from environmentalists and a pending lawsuit. The project aims to open the San Juan Bay to larger vessels, including tankers for a new liquid natural gas terminal on Puerto Rico's north coast.
Key Points
- Crews with Curtin Maritime will remove nearly 3 million cubic yards of marine floor
- Project aims to provide economic benefits and support a new liquid natural gas terminal
- Concerns raised by environmentalists about impact on wildlife and marine life
Pros
- Expected $400 million boost to the local economy
- Allows larger vessels including tankers to access the seaport
Cons
- Fierce opposition from environmentalists
- Pending lawsuit from Center for Biological Diversity