PORTLAND (AP) – The Maine Port Authority plans to take over cargo and container operations in Portland with the city’s blessing.

City Manager Joseph Gray says Portland wants to transfer management of the International Marine Terminal because it cannot afford $8 million to $10 million in repairs.

Maine Port Authority Executive Director John Henshaw says it makes since for the state agency to take over because the cargo operation has benefits that carry well beyond Portland and across the state. The change would require approval from the City Council and Port Authority directors.