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Leases & Agreements: New York/New Jersey, Tampa, Vancouver (WA)

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The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey approved  Royal Caribbean’s plans to build a new cruise terminal in Bayonne, where it will base its new Quantum of the Seas beginning in 2014. Tampa Port Authority CEO Paul Anderson and Ports America President Tom Perdue recently signed a letter of intent that will continue an already strong working relationship in the handling of general cargoes. The Vancouver (WA) Port Commission on July 23 unanimously approved a 10-year lease with the Tesoro-Savage Joint Venture (TSJV) for a crude oil handling facility.  

New York/New Jersey: Bayonne Cruise Facility Expansion Authorized by Port Authority Board

The board of commissioners of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey on July 24 approved plans by Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines to build a new cruise terminal building at the port authority-owned marine terminal facility in Bayonne, N.J.

As part of its expansion plans, Royal Caribbean also agreed to base its new Quantum of the Seas – the largest cruise ship serving the New York-New Jersey region – at Bayonne beginning in 2014. Currently under construction in Germany and slated for delivery in November 2014, the new vessel is designed to accommodate up to 4,180 passengers and will sail to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida and Bermuda.

The port authority acquired the Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal in June 2010 through its purchase of a 131-acre portion of the former Military Ocean Terminal at Bayonne.

As part of the agreement allowing construction of the cruise terminal building, the port authority agreed to extend Royal Caribbean’s terminal operating agreement for an additional five years, through 2043.

"The cruise industry is one of this region’s most rapidly growing markets, and this private sector investment will enhance our ability to generate significant revenues from the waterfront property we own," said Port Authority Chairman David Samson

The $70 million cruise terminal building – which will be paid for by Royal Caribbean – will include a 36,000-square-foot check-in terminal, a 60,000-square-foot luggage area, a parking deck, additional parking and berth improvements. Construction is scheduled to begin this summer and be completed by October 2014.

Passenger volumes at the Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal have grown steadily in the past three years – from 393,022 in 2010 to 477,015 in 2012 – and are projected to reach approximately 600,000 after the new terminal building opens.

Tampa Port Authority Renews Break Bulk Operations with Ports America

The Tampa Port Authority recently announced a mutual commitment with Ports America to strengthen port terminal operations for break bulk cargoes, including automobiles and containers. Port Authority CEO Paul Anderson and Ports America President Tom Perdue signed a letter of intent that will continue an already strong working relationship in the handling of general cargoes.

"Ports America is one of the strongest assets at the Port of Tampa and one of our key strategic partners, so naturally we are extremely excited about their continued operations for the efficient movement of break bulk cargoes and containers. Together with Ports America, we are building a truly world-class port, and we look forward to many exciting collaborations in the years ahead," Mr. Anderson said.

Vancouver (WA) Port Commission Approves Lease with Tesoro-Savage

The Vancouver (WA) Port Commission on July 23 unanimously approved a 10-year lease with the Tesoro-Savage Joint Venture (TSJV) for a crude oil handling facility. The project, proposed by the port’s longtime tenant Tesoro, in partnership with the logistics company Savage, will bring North American crude oil by rail to the port for transfer to marine vessels and transport to refineries in California, Washington and Alaska.

Approximately 42 acres of port property will be leased by TSJV to accommodate a rail unloading facility, storage tanks, and a vessel loading area. The estimated capital investment by TSJV is $100 million. The facility is expected to generate port revenues amounting to more than $45 million during the 10-year lease period. It also is expected to create between 80 and 120 permanent jobs and 250 temporary construction jobs.

With lease approval, the project now moves into the environmental permitting process. Washington State’s Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council will act as the lead agency for local and state permits.

Site of the proposed TSJV crude oil terminal. The rail unloading facility will go on the north side of the loop track (Terminal 5). Storage will be at Parcel 1A on property east of the loop. The marine loading facility would be at berths 13 and 14, which are at Terminal 4. All are visible in the aerial.
Photo/Port of Vancouver USA
 

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