The shipment consists of 2200 tons of structural steel for the reformer building and for the furnace tower; made up of welded steel columns, frames, beams and bracings. The total weight of the project cargo is estimated at 10,000 tons.
“This is such a significant move forward towards the completion of voestalpine, Texas project. The port appreciates voestalpine’s selection of La Quinta as the site of their US manufacturing facility. Their investment brings diversification to the economy of South Texas and their commitment to environmental stewardship balances the benefits of economic expansion and job creation with a sensitivity to our region’s natural beauty,” said Judy Hawley, Port Commission Chair.