Congressman Stauber Announces $27 Million in Funding for Infrastructure Improvements at the Duluth Port

April 23, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber joined Duluth Seaway Port Authority Executive Director Kevin Beardsley in announcing that the United States Department of Transportation is awarding the Port of Duluth-Superior $27 million in grant funding through the Port Infrastructure Development Program. These funds will go towards the Duluth Lake Port pier revitalization project. “This $27 million investment marks a major step forward for the Duluth Port,” said Congressman Pete Stauber. “By modernizing critical infrastructure and preparing for future development, these funds will support good-paying jobs and ensure the port remains a key driver of economic growth in the region for years to come. I’m proud to have helped deliver this funding and I thank Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy for once again recognizing the importance of the Northland.” “This MARAD grant represents a major investment in the Port of Duluth-Superior and the region’s supply chain infrastructure,” said Kevin Beardsley, Executive Director, Duluth Seaway Port Authority . “It will be the catalyst in revitalizing a strategic 7.5-acre pier complex in the heart of Duluth’s working waterfront, and positioning it to be a future-ready, vibrant asset for the port, the surrounding region, and the nation as a whole." “We’re grateful and excited about the positive impact this investment will have throughout our community, and broadly, for our nation’s supply chain,” added Beardsley . This funding will support critical infrastructure improvements at the Duluth Lake Port facility, including the reconstruction of 1,150 linear feet of dock wall and the creation of 7.5 acres of new laydown space. This project will also remove out-of-service grain elevators and install utilities to prepare for the redevelopment of the dock. Stauber sent a letter to Secretary Duffy in July of 2025 requesting this funding for the Duluth Port. This grant will be matched by $8.4 million in secured state grant and local funding. ###