2025 ACEC-NH & NHDOT Technical Exchange Conference

Session 2A: Pease Development Authority - An Update
Speakers: Chasen Congreves, Pease Development Authority; Robert Furey, Hoyle Tanner
- This presentation will provide the history of the creation of the Pease Development Authority, and a summary of current day planning and engineering initiatives. Learn how the facility has been transformed from a former USAF Strategic Air Command Base to a Civilian Tradeport, and the differences in airfield and building design standards. To help understand the pace of planned improvements, a short discussion on how the PDA is structured and the different funding mechanisms will be covered. Key to this discussion is to understand what comprises the PDA, and update on the varying business elements ranging from the two Airports, to the Tradeport, Golf Course, and Division of Ports and Harbors.

Session 2B: Engineering Resilience: Critical Upgrades for The Port of New Hampshire
Speakers: Kyle Vandemoer, Appledore Marine; Danielle Somma, Appledore Marine; Daniel Del Tufo, Appledore Marine
- The Market Street Marine Terminal’s main wharf is a critical maritime hub, supporting over 2,300 jobs and adding $274.5 million in regional value. After 50+ years of service, deterioration led to a 2011 failure and a 2017 “Poor” structural rating, with closure projected for 2022. A $7.5 million MARAD grant and a $5 million state match funded its restoration, securing the terminal's contribution to New Hampshire’s economy. Construction began in 2022 and was substantially completed in early 2024. Now fully operational, the wharf ensures continued support for maritime industries and regional economic growth.