From containers and cranes to habitat sites and job creation, go behind the scenes to see operations at the Port of Tacoma and The Northwest Seaport Alliance through our Port 101 video series.
Welcome to the Port of Tacoma
An overview of the Port’s operations, history, and contributions to the economy and environment.
How the Port of Tacoma is Governed
An explanation of Port governance, including the role of The Northwest Seaport Alliance.
Port of Tacoma Habitat Projects
A tour of Port habitat sites designed to benefit salmon and other wildlife.
How a Container Moves
See the path a cargo container takes through the Port of Tacoma.
Environmental remediation
How the Port of Tacoma makes contaminated industrial land useful again.
The Port and the Tideflats
The Port of Tacoma is in an area called the Tacoma Tideflats. But not everything in the Tideflats is part of the Port. Confused? Find out how the Port and Tideflats are connected and what sets them apart.
Budget Basics
The Port of Tacoma plays a vital role in our region’s economy. Find out where its funding comes from and how property tax dollars support environmental projects and more.