Bulk Cargo Shipping

The Port of Buffalo is a premier handler of bulk cargo shipping on the Great Lakes, offering robust and flexible shipping and storage solutions for a wide range of bulk materials.

Strategically located at the eastern end of Lake Erie, the port provides efficient access to regional, national, and international markets. Bulk cargo services include:

  • Storage and stockpiling
  • Direct transfer to trucks, railcars, and barges
  • Vessel loading and unloading
  • Packaging and palletizing

The Port of Buffalo features a 3,000-foot pier with a maintained water depth of 27 feet, allowing it to accommodate up to three vessels at a time. The port is equipped with a range of high-performance cargo handling systems including:

  • Grab bucket unloaders
  • Conveyor systems
  • On-dock truck and rail access
  • Extensive indoor and outdoor storage space

Our facilities are optimized to handle a diverse array of bulk materials, including:

  • Salt
  • Sugar
  • Coal
  • Cement
  • Grain
  • Metallurgical Coke
  • Iron Ore
  • Aggregates

 

Whether shipping regionally or globally, the Port of Buffalo is committed to providing cost-effective, timely, and reliable solutions for your bulk cargo needs.