High Winds Damage Stacker-Reclaimer at Dominion Terminal Associates Coal Facility

High winds damaged a stacker-reclaimer machine at the Dominion Terminal Associates (DTA) coal export facility in Newport News, Virginia, on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The incident resulted in structural damage to the equipment, though terminal operations continue to function through alternative loading methods.

The damage occurred during a period of severe weather that impacted the terminal’s infrastructure. While the stacker-reclaimer remains out of service for repairs, DTA management reports that the facility maintains its ability to load vessels using its remaining equipment. The company has initiated an assessment to determine the full extent of the damage and the timeline required for the machine’s restoration. No injuries occurred during the incident, and the terminal continues to process coal shipments as scheduled.

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Date: June 18, 2026

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