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Coast Guard, Pilots Union Oppose New Fortress Energy’s Dredging Plan for San Juan Bay

Published Sep 4, 2026, 12:00 PM ASTvia El Nuevo Día

At a glance

  • The US Coast Guard opposes the proposed dredging objectives
  • The pilots’ guild also objects to the plan
  • The dredging aims to allow larger vessels to anchor in the bay

Why this matters: For the San Juan Bay and its shipping operations, the proposed dredging project could impact navigation and the local economy, which relies on the terminal’s fuel supply and the maritime industry.

The U.S. Coast Guard and the union representing harbor pilots who guide ships into San Juan Bay have formally objected to a proposal by New Fortress Energy (NFE) to dredge the area near its docks.

NFE sought the dredging to supply fuel to its natural gas terminal and to allow larger-capacity vessels to anchor there.

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SourceEl Nuevo Día

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