Pier 500 Plans

The selected entity would enter into a public-private pre-development agreement with the port authority to scope the project’s financial feasibility, procure entitlements and handle other requirements needed before implementation and build-out of the project.

“For the first time in a generation, the Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal to meet global supply chain demand for decades into the future,” said Gene Seroka, Executive Director, Port of Los Angeles, adding, “The development of the cleanest terminal possible would enhance our efficiency and sustainability while creating new jobs in our communities.”

As proposed, Pier 500 will be a 200-acre site with two new berths and approximately 3,000 linear feet of new available wharf. The identified location is just south of Pier 400.

For some considerable time the port authority has explored opportunities to add cargo capacity, as warranted by increased demand. Therefore, a submerged site of 124 acres, infrastructure that was added during the construction of the adjacent Pier 400 before it was completed in 2002, has been identified and remains appealing to be used.

The port authority is also reportedly keen for the Vincent Thomas Bridge to be raised by 8m to 64.3m, which would allow ships of up to 23,000 TEU to access terminals along the East and West Basins, (which includes the West Basin Container Terminal, Trapac Container Terminal, Pasha Stevedoring Terminal and Yusen Terminal) which are restricted to 15,000 TEU.

Proposals from interested parties must be with the Port of Los Angeles by January 29^th 2026.