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

Published Sep 4, 2026 · via El Nuevo Día

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. The article does not provide further detail on the specific grounds for the objections, the regulatory process involved, or a timeline for a decision.