Maritime Directory

Freeport, TX, United States

Port Freeport has continued to make improvements to its facilities while implementing its Strategic Master Plan. Prodjects currently underway are: Construction of Dock A (750 ft. dock) is nearing completion · The expansion of an open storage yard was completed · Port Freeport has experienced tremendous growth in truck traffic. On average 6000 trucks per month are visisting Port Freeport for pick up and delivery of cargo. · The port’s mobile container crane apron work area expansion has been completed · Port Freeport has widened its access channel to allow for the passage of 100,000 dwt ships · Port Freeport’s deep berthing area has been deepened to 70 ft. This area has become a preferred site for specialized cargo business sucha as heavy lift pieces and drill rigs Port Freeport is a niche port and is always willing to cater to our clients specific needs. Port Freeport has established Foreign Trade Zone #149 and is currently working on expanding this general purpose zone to areas in the northern parts of Brazoria County. Port Freeport Tonnage Statistics Tonnage 747,839 Domestic Tonnage 164,555 Total Tonnage 912, 934 During FY 1999-2000 annual ship calls were 164. There has been a 27.6% increase in barge calls for Port Freeport. Currently, Dole Liner Express is the only liner service to and from Central America with stops in Freeport. The primaryimport cargo is bananas and other fruits form Central America. Port Freeport is now recognized asn the nations top banana port of the Gulf Coast. Port Freeport is a thriving port with all the necessary components to be a full service port. Port Freeport’s 45 foot deep, 400 foot wide and 3.5 mile long channel quickly brings in vessels up to 80,000 dead weight tons from the Gulf of Mexico to the harbor. Port Freeport is currently implementing an aggressive expansion program that has dredged our deep berthing area to 70 feet and we are now actively working toward the extension of “A” dock to 750 feet. The port has a Gottwald 280 multi-purpose mobile crane, which has the capacity to perform twenty-five container, moves per hour or be outfitted to handle lifts in excess of 100 tons. Port Freeport has continued to acquire equipment and proceed with expansion plans to provide enhanced services to its clientele. Contrary to some larger Gulf ports, Port Freeport still offers personal, tailor-made service to its customers. In addition, Port Freeport has on site warehouse and transit shed space in excess of 400,000 square feet. Foreign Trade Zone #149 is active at Port Freeport. The FTZ permits unique incentives to Port Freeport’s clientele. An active FTZ may allow for the deferral, reduction or possible elimination of duties. Port Freeport maintains an inventory of developable properties that could meet most any needs of its’ clients. In 1999, Port Freeport handled more than 872,000 metric tons of neo-bulk, breakbulk, containers and liquid bulk commodities. Port Freeport is truly a multi-purpose port. Dole Fresh Fruits, Chiquita Brands, Inc and American Rice are a few of the companies that call Port Freeport Home.

Freeport, TX, United States

Port Freeport is the most operationally efficient port on the West Gulf Coast, offering excellent access to key Texas markets with seamless logistics and strong partnerships to support business growth.

Swinoujscie, Poland

Port Handlowy Swinoujscie has favorable geographical position (comparing with other Polish sea ports - the shortest distance from western sea trade routes), convenient access from Pomeranian Bay and good road, railway and river connections with hinterland. Total cargo handling capacity of Port Handlowy Swinoujscie amounts to ca 12 million tons yearly.

Jalan Pelabuhan,, Port Klang,, Malaysia

Port Klang Authority is the governing body responsible for the management and operation of Port Klang, Malaysia's main gateway for maritime trade.

Muskogee, OK, United States

Port Muskogee is a premier 450-acre intermodal transportation complex located on the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, providing year-round navigable water access to 20 states and the Gulf of America, with seamless connections by road, rail, and air.

Beaumont, TX, United States

The Port of Beaumont is a deepwater port located in Beaumont, Texas, providing cargo handling, shipping, and logistics services for maritime trade.

Belém, Pará, Brazil

Port of Belem is a major port facility located in Belém, Pará, Brazil, serving as a key hub for maritime trade and logistics in the Amazon region.

Bellingham, WA, United States

Port of Bellingham operates a strategic shipping terminal located between Seattle and Vancouver B.C., offering competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and connections to railroads for inland transportation, serving trade routes across the Pacific Rim and beyond.

East Boston,, MA, United States

Conley Terminal in the Port of Boston is a full-service container terminal serving over 2,500 businesses in the Northeast with direct access to 14 million consumers and connections to over 30 global ports.

Wynnum, Australia

Port of Brisbane Corporation operates the Port of Brisbane, a major Australian port handling container shipping, cruise terminals, and trade logistics with extensive infrastructure and customer services.

Cleveland, OH, United States

The Port of Cleveland is a major Great Lakes port driving economic growth, global connectivity, and sustainability through efficient cargo operations, innovative financing, and eco-friendly initiatives.

Cork, Ireland

Port of Cork Company operates the world’s second-largest natural harbour in Ireland, serving as a key international gateway for trade with services across all six shipping modes including container, roll-on/roll-off, bulk, and cruise.

Corpus Christi, TX, United States

The Port of Corpus Christi is a major U.S. port handling crude oil, natural gas, grain, wind energy components, and other cargo with extensive facilities and logistics support.

Dakar, Senegal

The Port of Dakar Authority manages and operates the port facilities in Dakar, Senegal, facilitating maritime trade and logistics.

Echuca,, Victoria,, Australia

The Port of Echuca is situated in the historic port on the Mighty River Murray and is one of Victoria's top tourist destinations. The Port of Echuca offers a great sense of history for any visitor with the historic Echuca Wharf built in 1865 as the boarding point for your special occasion. We offer a unique environment for private and corporate entertainment. Our vessels, P.S. Pevensey, P.S. Alexander Arbuthnot and P.S. Adelaide, are authentic steamers, maintained and operated exactly as they were in the hey-day of the river trade. There is an incredible sense of history your guests can experience on these gentle giants. The Murray River sets a picturesque background.

Port Allen, LA, United States

The Port of Greater Baton Rouge is a deep-water port located at the convergence of the Mississippi River and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, providing access to inland waterways, the Gulf of Mexico, and global trade routes with a maintained 45-foot deep channel.

Houston,, TX, United States

The Port of Houston Authority operates and manages the Port of Houston, one of the largest and busiest ports in the United States, facilitating maritime trade and commerce.

Port Hueneme,, CA, United States

The Port of Hueneme is a vital west coast commercial seaport in California specializing in automobiles, fresh fruit, breakbulk, general cargo, fish, and liquid bulk. It offers ocean carrier services, transportation via sea, train, and road routes, and is committed to environmental sustainability and community partnerships.

Northern Gateway, Hull, Great Britain (Uk)

The Port of Hull is a leading UK foreign trading port with strong short-sea trade links to Europe and worldwide deep-sea services, also serving as the UK's leading timber port and only passenger port on the Humber estuary.

Long Beach, CA, United States

The Port of Long Beach is one of America’s premier seaports and a trailblazer in goods movement and environmental stewardship. Trade valued annually at more than $100 billion moves through Long Beach, making it the second-busiest seaport in the United States. Everything from clothing and shoes to toys, furniture and consumer electronics arrives at the Port before making its way to store shelves throughout the country. Specialized terminals also move petroleum, automobiles, cement, lumber, steel and other products.

Lázaro Cárdenas,, Mexico

Port of Lázaro Cárdenas is a major seaport located in Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico, serving as a key hub for maritime trade and cargo handling on the Pacific coast.

Miami, FL, United States

The Port of Miami is a major seaport located in Miami, United States, serving as a key hub for cruise, cargo, and trade activities primarily with Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe.

Muskogee,, Oklahoma, United States

Port of Muskogee is a full-service inland port facility in Oklahoma offering seamless intermodal transportation access via rail, truck, barge, and air, with connections to 20 states and global markets through the Gulf of America.

New Orleans, LA, United States

The Port of New Orleans is a major U.S. port located at the mouth of the Mississippi River, serving as a gateway to global markets with extensive cargo, rail, cruise, and industrial real estate operations.

Pascagoula,, Mississippi, United States

Port Pascagoula is a key Gulf Coast gateway located on the Gulf of Mexico, offering diverse capabilities in shipping, trade, and industrial development, managed by the Jackson County Port Authority.