Port of Seattle

Container cranes poking through the fog on Elliott Bay.

Something’s working out there… if you look closely. 👀 #ThursdayThoughts

Photo: @ thealexandrak

Workers carry sculpture for installation at Fishermen's Terminal.

Artist stands in front of his sculpture installed at Fishermen's Terminal.

Workers install sculpture at Fishermen's Terminal.

Workers install sculpture at Fishermen's Terminal.

From proposal to public art, “Beach Seining” is now installed at Fishermen’s Terminal. The 12-foot aluminum sculpture celebrates Coast Salish traditions and the seafood legacy of the Pacific Northwest. www.portseattle.org/blog/carved-...

Spring Community Planting Event You’re invited! Join the Port of Seattle, its partners, and community members as we maintain existing restoration sites, including removing invasive species and planting native trees and shrubs to res...

Rain or shine, we’re digging in! Join us this Saturday in Des Moines for our community tree planting event. Help plant native trees, clear out invasive blackberries and ivy, and make a lasting impact on our local green spaces. We’ll have snacks, hot drinks, gloves, and tools ready to go. Sign up:

An illuminated walkway between ships at night.

Shades of #MondayBlues to light your way.

Photo: @ amygadabout

The EPA public comment period is open until March 12. Learn more about the T-25S site provide comments:

The T-25S site includes 5 acres of submerged area, a creosote-treated wood piling field, & 5 acres of upland area. Following the cleanup activities to remove contaminated sediments and soil, the Port plans to restore habitat by creating off‐channel marsh and shoreline habitat for fish and wildlife.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is conducting an engineering evaluation and cost analysis for the Terminal 25 South Site (T-25S site) located north of the Spokane Street Bridge, partially within the East Waterway, about one mile south of downtown Seattle.

Container cranes seen out the window of a ferry.

Friday ferry finds!

Photo: @ amygadabout

Spring Community Planting Event You’re invited! Join the Port of Seattle, its partners, and community members as we maintain existing restoration sites, including removing invasive species and planting native trees and shrubs to res...

Be green with us 🌱 Join the Port and partners on Saturday, Feb. 28 for a family-friendly community planting in Des Moines. Help plant native trees and shrubs, remove invasive species, and restore the native forest. Snacks, hot drinks, gloves, and tools provided. Learn more and sign up:

YouTube video by Port of Seattle Port of Seattle South King and Port Communities Fund | Highline College Welcome Back Center

With the help of our South King and Port Communities Fund, the Highline College Puget Sound Welcome Back Center provides career navigation support to increase awareness, prep and readiness for jobs and careers in Port-relates industries.

A container ship with stacks of containers on the water, with Seattle skyline in the background.

Stack ‘em up! #FridayFeeling

Photo: @ alexdavismitt

Roses are red, Elliott Bay is blue, our harbor’s a little brighter because of you.

Join us on Thursday, Feb. 19, for an information session to learn about the Maritime Workforce Liaison role and how this position supports maritime employers and jobseekers within the Maritime Career Launch program. www.portseattle.org/events/marit...

TW Carrol: Keeping Travelers Moving, One Bag at a Time A damaged bag can throw a wrench into even the best laid travel plans and add stress to an already unpredictable journey. For more than a century, TW Carrol has quietly stepped in during those moments...

Before family-owned TW Carrol became Washington’s only luggage repair shop, it all started with a box of crayons. When Pan Am needed a suitcase repaired, Ted Carrol grabbed his son’s crayons and fixed the bag. Decades later, they’re still keeping travelers moving, one bag at a time. 🧳

The Seattle Great Wheel lit up with container cranes and ships in the background.

Wheels turning. Waterfront working. #TuesdayVibes

Photo: @ timreaganphotography

YouTube video by Port of Seattle Reporting is a Lifeline, Not a Liability | Fighting Against Human Trafficking with Shamere McKenzie

Shamere McKenzie, CEO of the anti-trafficking organization Sun Gate Foundation, joined us for our 4th Annual Port Allies Against Human Trafficking Awareness Event. Shamere's lived experience drives her passion for advocacy and systemic change across the globe.

Port cranes peeking through the fog.

Feeling a little foggy! 😉 #MondayMood

Photo: @ samhorine

Fishermen's Terminal building with an orange and yellow sunset it the background.

Fiery sky Friday! #FridayFeeling

Photo: @ timreaganphotography

Studying and Improving the Underwater Soundscape for Marine Life By Delaney Cyphers, Environment and Sustainability

Have you ever tried to have a conversation in a crowded room? This is what life can be like for the Southern Resident killer whales in the Puget Sound. Underwater noise is one of the top threats to this species, and we’re taking concrete, science-backed steps to quiet Puget Sound. Learn more:

A few days left to soak up the Seattle Boat Show! Enjoy the sunshine at the on-water show at Bell Harbor Marina, or make it a fun date night at Boat Show After Dark on Friday, Feb. 7. 🚤✨

Executive Director Steve Metruck and SEA Airport Managing Director Wendy Reiter have teamed up with Boston’s leadership on a classic bet: whoever loses has to sport the other team’s jersey. To soften the blow, the winners will send some of their airport’s finest treats the other way.

Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve Metruck wearing a Seattle Seahawks jacket and holding a 12 poster.

SEA Airport Managing Director Wendy Reiter wearing a Seattle Seahawks jacket and holding a 12 poster.

In honor of the Seattle Seahawks heading into the big game this Sunday, we’re placing a friendly wager with our counterparts at Massport and Boston Logan International Airport.

Veteran airport leader, Wendy Reiter, is ready to roll up her sleeves & get to work as the new managing director for @flysea.bsky.social. Her people-centric leadership will guide SEA forward, looking at the vision for the future of the airport while continuing to meet the needs and demand of today.

What Kind of Fishing Boat Is That? Fishermen's Terminal has been the home of the North Pacific fishing fleet since the facility opened in 1914, serving as a base for the fishers who help feed the world and power the economies of the Pa...

Fishermen's Terminal has been the home of the North Pacific fishing fleet since the facility opened in 1914, serving as a base for the fishers who help feed the world and power the economies of the Pacific Northwest and the state of Alaska. Find out more about the kinds of fishing boats you’ll see:

When times feel turbulent, calm waters still exist. Find yours this week. #MondayMotivation

Photo: @ alexhoffman

Visit our exhibition booth at the Lumen Field Event Center to learn about our recreational boating marinas or visit us at Bell Harbor Marina for the in-water portion of the show. All ages are welcome at the Seattle Boat Show, so bring your friends or family and see the show!

Seattle Boat Show The Seattle Boat Show stands as a testament to the deep-rooted love for all things nautical, showcasing an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and cutting-edge marine technology. At the Seattle Boat S...

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor, a curious newcomer, or just someone who loves being on the water, the Seattle Boat Show is all about celebrating our region’s deep connection to boating and life on the waterfront. www.portseattle.org/events/seatt...

Commercial fishing vessels at Terminal 91 prepare for fishing season.

We're proud to provide a homeport for this fleet that creates thousands of family-wage jobs and has long been at the heart of the local maritime economy.

Commercial fishing vessels at Terminal 91 prepare for fishing season.

Close up of commercial fishing vessel Northern Hawk.

Close up of commercial fishing vessel America's Finest.

During a brief window from mid-December through mid-January, this fleet comes home to Seattle where they find all the parts and services they need to keep their vessels running smoothly throughout the grueling 11-month North Pacific fishing season.

Commercial fishing vessels at Terminal 91 prepare for fishing season.

Once a year, Terminal 91 fills up with fishing vessels moored bow to stern, the docks busy with contractors and crew prepping for the long season ahead.