NJ and Philly Port Operator Files Lawsuit Against Delaware's Edgemoor Terminal Expansion
A New Jersey and Philadelphia port operator has initiated legal action to halt Delaware's Edgemoor container terminal expansion. The lawsuit claims the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers neglected maritime safety considerations while issuing permits for the project, which is projected to cost $669 million, primarily funded by taxpayers.
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A port operator from New Jersey and Philadelphia has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, seeking to impede Delaware's expansion of the Port of Wilmington at Edgemoor. This project is expected to cost $669 million, with most financing from taxpayers.
The legal action follows the issuance of permits allowing construction of a seawall and dredging necessary to connect the new terminal to the main shipping channel. The Holts' firms argue that the Army Corps improperly relied on Delaware's data regarding navigational safety.
Previous legal challenges had successfully halted similar permits in 2022, emphasizing concerns about potential shipping bottlenecks affecting the Delaware River's traffic. Ongoing legal disputes could impact the construction timeline.
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