Welcome to Port of Tacoma

A major gateway to Asia and Alaska, the Port of Tacoma is among the largest container ports in North America. It is also a major center for bulk, breakbulk and project/heavy-lift cargo, as well as automobile imports.

Real estate and marine cargo operations support more than 41,000 jobs and generate nearly $10.8 billion in economic activity.

The Port of Tacoma offers one of the shortest transit times between Asia and the U.S. West Coast. It also handles around 80 percent of all waterborne trade between Alaska and the Lower 48. Ten years ago, the Ports of Tacoma and Seattle formed a unique partnership, developing the Northwest Seaport Alliance to strengthen our gateways and to grow maritime jobs.

Through the creation of over 200 acres of habitat land as well as the cleanup of legacy environmental properties, the Port also aims to improve the Puget Sound watershed and return contaminated properties to productive use. Learn more at Port of Tacoma Environmental.

Five Pierce County elected commissioners set policy and strategic direction for the Port of Tacoma, along with CEO Eric Johnson. You can attend a Port Commission monthly public meeting virtually or in person. Public comment is always welcome.

Visit the Port of Tacoma’s website to learn more, view our Port 101 videos and find out the many ways you can connect with YOUR Port!