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Indiana Port Gets Major Container Upgrade | Chicago News
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- Jul 12, 2026
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- 118
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Indiana’s Port of Burns Harbor is set to transform into a global shipping powerhouse with a $100 million container terminal — the first and only ocean cargo hub for Chicago. Approved by U.S. Customs in 2024, this game-changing expansion will slash shipping times by up to 10 days, cut out middlemen, and position Northwest Indiana as a critical node in global trade. Already a major inland port connecting to the St. Lawrence Seaway, this new terminal will handle 60% of world trade volumes — boosting local jobs, attracting billions, and proving what happens when state and local partners unite for economic impact. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9fc2d8bebf446004