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The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Port Authority (SVGPA) received the keys to the newly completed Kingstown Port facilities. \n
Two buildings, the Administration Building and the Container Freight Station (CFS), were officially handed over from the construction team to the Port Authority.\n
Minister of Urban Development Hon. Benarva Browne, said the port project marks a significant thrust forward for national development .\n
Project Manager of Aecon Construction Tam Smith, praised the collaborative effort of all stakeholders that ensured the successful delivery of the project\u2019s first phase. \n
Prime Minister Dr. Hon. Ralph E. Gonsalves, underscored the economic impact and opportunities the modernized port will bring to St. Vincent and the Grenadines. \n
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Key Infrastructure Delivered\n
\u2022\tAdministration Building\n
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o\tDimensions: 64m x 19.3m (210 ft x 64 ft)\n
o\tTotal floor area: 3,600 m\u00b2 (40,000 ft\u00b2) over three floors\n
o\tEstimated value: USD 12 million\n
\u2022\tContainer Freight Station (CFS)\n
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o\tTotal floor area: 1,560 m\u00b2 (16,900 ft\u00b2)\n
o\tEstimated value: USD 5 million\n
\u2022\tOther Key Buildings\n
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o\tBreak Bulk Warehouse: 1,200 m\u00b2 (13,000 ft\u00b2) | Estimated value: USD 4 million\n
o\tWorkshop & Maintenance Facility: 1,100 m\u00b2 (11,500 ft\u00b2) | Estimated value: USD 5.5 million\n
All facilities were constructed using modern steel-framed structures, designed to meet the growing demands of regional and international shipping while improving efficiency, safety, and operational capacity.\n
The completion of these key facilities marks a critical step forward in the Government\u2019s mission to transform Kingstown Port into a world-class maritime hub, opening doors to new opportunities for trade, employment, and economic growth.\n
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