Organizational Success

Connecting customers, cargo and community

Watch our 2025 State of the Port video

The Port of Tacoma released its 2025 State of the Port video, showcasing the significant accomplishments and milestones achieved in 2024. In the video, Port leaders summarize efforts to drive economic growth, environmental sustainability, and community engagement as guided by the Port's 2021-2026 Strategic Plan

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Your success is our priority

Among the largest container ports in the U.S., the Port of Tacoma is a naturally deepwater port located on Commencement Bay in south Puget Sound. A diverse array of maritime and industrial-related businesses and facilities are located across 2,500 acres of Port-owned property, including several major container terminals, managed by The Northwest Seaport Alliance, where some of the world’s largest container shipping lines call.

An economic engine for Pierce County

A 2025 analysis found the Port of Tacoma’s lines of business, combined with cargo operations in the South Harbor of The Northwest Seaport Alliance, supported 41,095 jobs in 2023.

These workers earned a combined $3.4 billion in total compensation, and the businesses generated nearly $10.8 billion in revenue.  

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A web graphic indicating 41,095 total jobs (14,400 Direct), $3.4 billion total compensation ($1.69 billion direct), $10.8 billion total business output ($5.38 billion direct)
Big-ship ready

Deep-water terminals equipped with modern cargo-handling equipment, ready for the next generation of container ships

Customer care

Highly skilled and with a passion for the industry, we are ready to help with your shipping needs

Hassle-free connections

On- and near-dock rail yards plus major highways within minutes of the port keep your cargo on the move