This year Antigua will break ground on its port modernization project designed to attract international container traffic to its St. John’s port. The US$ 90 million project, the largest public-sector investment ever undertaken by the government of Antigua & Barbuda, will greatly increase the port’s cargo handling capability. Expected completion for the project is the middle of 2021.
Also this year, the government is spending US$80 million on an additional cruise berth at Point Wharf designed to accommodate Oasis-class ships. This project is designed to improve walkability, vehicle traffic, and overall aesthetics to increase tourism value in the area. Completion is anticipated for the 2018-19 cruise season.
Both projects are being managed by state-owned China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation as part of a 2014 plan to redevelop the St John’s waterfront and coastline.
