WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Kweisi Mfume, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks, and U.S. Representatives Sarah Elfreth, and Johnny Olszewski (all D-MD) announced $39,662,903 in federal funding for the Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) to expand freight handling capacity at the Tradepoint Atlantic terminal within the Port of Baltimore. The investment supports the development of the new Sparrows Point Container Terminal at Tradepoint Atlantic. The new terminal will further the continued revitalization of the former Sparrows Point steel mill and expand container cargo capacity within Baltimore by 70%. The project is also estimated to create 1,100 new International Longshoremen Association jobs and support an additional 7,000 jobs connected to the Port. This announcement comes after the lawmakers wrote to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy in September in support of MEDCO’s application for the funding.
“The new Tradepoint Atlantic Terminal being constructed at Sparrows Point represents a tremendous opportunity for the people of my district and the State of Maryland as a whole," said Congressman Kweisi Mfume. "The new well-paying jobs for the people of Dundalk and Turner Station, and the additional marine traffic in the Port of Baltimore will be an economic boon for our State and will cement our Port as one of the nation's busiest and most prominent commercial gateways. This federal investment recognizes the Port of Baltimore's importance to America's supply-chains and economy at large, and I am proud to be a part of a Maryland Delegation that will not cease working to bring important investments like these back home to our communities."
“Tradepoint Atlantic and the greater Port of Baltimore are economic engines for Maryland and the entire country. This federal funding comes as a direct result of our passage of the infrastructure modernization bill and underscores the importance of investing in the foundations of economic growth and opportunity. This effort to modernize the Sparrows Point Container Terminal will support good-paying union jobs and increase the Port’s capacity, efficiency, and reliability,” said Senator Chris Van Hollen.
“The Port of Baltimore is an economic engine not just for Maryland, but well beyond. I am thrilled to join my colleagues in announcing federal investment to develop the new Sparrows Point Container Terminal at Tradepoint Atlantic, at the Port of Baltimore, increasing capacity for an additional 25,000 containers. I will always stay committed to ensuring the Port of Baltimore can continue fueling our local, national, and global economy,” said Senator Angela Alsobrooks.
“I am thrilled to see Team Maryland deliver this $39 million federal investment for the Port of Baltimore, a critical supply chain artery for our state and the country. This container yard expansion will increase capacity of the Sparrows Point Container Terminal at Tradepoint Atlantic to allow for more cargo throughput and moving equipment. Especially as our nation faces economic uncertainty and affordability challenges ahead, this federal funding is a critical investment in our economy,” said Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth.
“These federal funds for the new Sparrows Point container terminal is an investment in Maryland’s future: it supports more ships, more jobs and more business growth,” said Congressman Johnny Olszewski. “It reinforces Tradepoint Atlantic's position as a critical hub for trade around the world and is exactly the type of investment our taxpayers expect and deserve— delivering real results for our workers, our businesses, and our communities.”
“We are thrilled to have a meaningful federal investment in this important project that enhances our nation’s supply chain resiliency, creates high paying jobs and helps grow Baltimore’s port economy,” said Kerry Doyle, Managing Director of Tradepoint Atlantic. “We are grateful to the Administration and our Congressional delegation for their continued partnership in helping catalyze the ongoing transformation of Sparrows Point.”
“We welcome this important federal investment, which reflects a shared commitment to strengthening America’s supply chains, supporting well-paying jobs, and expanding the economic role of Baltimore,” said Ammar Kanaan, Chief Executive Officer of Terminal Investment Limited (TiL). “We are grateful for the strong partnership with Maryland’s Congressional delegation and the Administration as we continue transforming Sparrows Point into a modern, high capacity terminal that will serve the community for decades to come.”
The federal investment comes from the U.S. Maritime Administration’s FY25 Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP), a program that Federal Team Maryland fought to fund at $2.25 billion over five years through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The FY25 PIDP funding included dollars from the FY24 PIDP awards that were rescinded or canceled by the Trump Administration in August of 2025, including the $47.3 million for the Sparrows Point Steel Marshalling Port Project. While the lawmakers opposed the Administration’s backward decision to revoke these initial funds, they continued fighting to secure these federal dollars for investment in Tradepoint Atlantic and the greater Port of Baltimore.
“This federal investment is an important step forward for the Port of Baltimore and a clear win for our state,” said Governor Wes Moore. “By expanding capacity at Tradepoint Atlantic, we are fueling our economy, creating good-paying jobs, and amplifying the State’s ongoing investments to ensure Maryland remains a competitive, premier hub for global commerce. I want to extend my gratitude to our entire congressional delegation for their work in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation and U.S. Maritime Administration to secure this critical funding.”
“Creating jobs, supporting communities, and strengthening our economy are priorities for Baltimore County, and I’m proud to continue working with our federal partners to ensure that our residents can be successful,” said Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier. “The addition of nearly $40 million in federal funding is a significant boost for the Sparrows Point Container Terminal Project, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue investing in our residents, our region, and our future.”
“The Port of Baltimore is an economic hub for the entire country—chances are, if you've purchased a car, it came through Charm City—which means investments here have national and global impact,” said Mayor Brandon M. Scott. “Each and every day, we see the benefits of this port's growth for workers, businesses, and communities both in Charm City and beyond. I want to thank Senator Van Hollen and the entire Maryland delegation for securing funding for this project, and their continued advocacy on behalf of our city.”
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