Hawaii’s Department of Transportation has secured a $40.1 million federal grant to expand cargo yard capacity at the Port of Kahului, Maui’s only commercial port. The project is designed to handle the surge of construction materials needed for Lahaina rebuilding and improve long-term port resilience.
- The $40.1M federal grant covers most of a $56.1M project, with the remaining $16M matched by state harbor funds.
- Expansion includes upgrading an existing 7-acre cargo yard and developing a new 10-acre cargo yard on an acquired parcel.
- The project directly responds to increased cargo demand from Lahaina wildfire reconstruction materials, heavy equipment, and modular housing.
- Improvements will also include safer pedestrian access for cruise passengers, separated from active cargo operations.
- Officials say federal funding accelerates the project by 10–15 years compared to state-only financing timelines.
Source: Governor of Hawaii
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