Two-Way Vessel Traffic
America’s ULCV Gateway
Reducing turnaround time by up to 15%
The Port of Virginia’s wider channel is now open for two-way movement of ultra-large container vessels, reducing turnaround time by up to 15%. The project completion is part of our $1.4 billion investment in infrastructure enhancements to efficiently handle larger container volumes.
Increased Speed to Market
Consistent vessel flow paired with zero overhead draft restrictions positions Virginia as the U.S. East Coast’s ULCV gateway, with strategic rail and highway access to major Midwestern markets.
The Future of Your Supply Chain
Larger vessels and increased cargo volumes will not outgrow our capabilities. Our Gateway Investment Program is building capacity by increasing rail throughput, expanding and modernizing our terminals and transitioning our port to net-zero emissions by 2040.
Reach Farther Faster
Our central East Coast location positions you to deliver to 75% of the U.S. population in two days or less, accessing key inland markets and major distribution centers throughout the Midwest and Eastern seaboard.
Virginia has the most expansive rail reach on the U.S. East Coast with two Class I rail partners, Norfolk Southern and CSX, to support seamless freight delivery. 7 miles of on-dock track connects your freight cargo to America.
Your cargo can access the nation’s third-largest state-maintained highway system with semi-automated systems and digital reservation programs that power industry-best turn times and service metrics.
Reach Farther Faster
Our central East Coast location positions you to deliver to 75% of the U.S. population in two days or less, accessing key inland markets and major distribution centers throughout the Midwest and Eastern seaboard.
Virginia has the most expansive rail reach on the U.S. East Coast with two Class I rail partners, Norfolk Southern and CSX, to support seamless freight delivery. 7 miles of on-dock track connects your freight cargo to America.
Your cargo can access the nation’s third-largest state-maintained highway system with semi-automated systems and digital reservation programs that power industry-best turn times and service metrics.
“This is a true advantage for anyone delivering to or from America. We are staying a step ahead of the supply chain to make sure our partners know their cargo and their vessels can be efficiently managed in Virginia for years to come.”
STEPHEN EDWARDS, CEO & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR