An expected terminal investment of more than $1 billion will provide a safe, reliable, long-term, competitive source of energy for area residents and industries. This kind of investment will help the Port Arthur area attract new business and retain existing jobs in the face of declining natural gas supplies. It will also provide additional economic benefits such as highly skilled permanent jobs, as well as numerous construction and support jobs. In addition, the project will provide local contractors opportunities to participate in the project as well as generate tax revenue.