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America’s Central Port District Announces Major Expansion of Granite City Harbor Cargo Dock
Later this year, America’s Central Port District will begin a project to extend its General Cargo Dock at the Granite City Harbor, thanks to a Port Infrastructure Development Grant from the United States Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration.
Jun 3, 20251 min read


RFQ Announcement: Interconnect Rail Track Feasibility Study for America's Central Port
RFQ Announcement: Railroad Construction Feasibility Study - Submissions are due Friday, December 20th, at 10 am central time.
Nov 12, 20242 min read


aRT3 Planning Study Open House: November 7th, 2024 | 3:30 - 6:00 PM
Join us at America’s Central Port on Nov 7th, 2024, to shape the future of IL Route 3.
Oct 25, 20241 min read


Port Hosts First Advisory Meeting for Illinois Route 3 Planning Study
Transforming Route 3 into a safer, vibrant, and economically robust corridor. Key takeaways from the aRT3 Advisory Committee meeting.
Aug 6, 20244 min read


Charting New Waters: New Ferry Study Looks to Highlight a Vital Transportation Mode for the Region
A new ferry study seeks to identify opportunities to improve ferry transportation in the Southwest Illinois region.
Feb 7, 20242 min read


America's Central Port Kicks Off Search For Bids For IL Route 3 Planning Study
IL Route 3 Project: Seeking expert teams for roadway planning & design concepts. Deadline: Oct 25th.
Oct 5, 20232 min read


America's Central Port Launches Virtual Tour To Promote Site Selection and Workforce Engagement
Imagine your prospect is half way around the world, or maybe just hunkered in at home and not interested in jumping through hoops to see...
Oct 20, 20223 min read


Southwest Illinois Celebrates 100 Year Levee System Accreditation
Over the last 15 years, incredible lengths have been taken to secure the 100-year level FEMA accreditation for the Metro East levee system.
Apr 26, 20222 min read


Ports, Rail, & Container on Barge: America's Central Port, TRRA, & Arcosa Weigh In (Video)
Speakers Dennis Wilmsmeyer Executive Director, America’s Central Port Dennis Wilmsmeyer has served as the Executive Director of America’s...
May 24, 20212 min read
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