Impact of the Port
Since 1911, the Port of Seattle has grown from a fledgling harbor to a multi-faceted organization that runs a world-class seaport and international airport, supports industries as diverse as tourism and commercial fishing, is a key partner in building road and rail infrastructure, and is committed to being a national leader in environmental and sustainability programs.
And 100 years later the Port is still carrying out its original mission - to help build and sustain the region's economic vitality. Expolre the areas the Port makes a difference and view the 30-minute documentary.
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Billions in annual revenue generated by Port businesses
In a state where an estimated one in three jobs is trade-related, the Port of Seattle is the backbone of the trade industry, operating the nation's 17th busiest airport, the 8th largest seaport, and generating nearly 200,000 jobs.
Every June Copper River salmon arrives at Sea-Tac from Alaska, and just weeks later the cherry-shipping season arrives, sending some 25-30 million pounds of locally-grown cherries to markets across the world. An estimated $16 billion in air freight travels through Sea-Tac every year.
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Millions of dollars saved by conservation in the last decade
Operating the facilities that support trade and transportation fuels our economy, but also affects our environment. Through our own programs and partnerships with like-minded organizations, we are reducing supply chain carbon footprints and improving air quality. That's why the Port of Seattle is The Green Gateway, and environmental stewardship is a core responsibility.
At our new Smith Cove Cruise Terminal, ships that are equipped for electrical power can plug into the grid while at berth rather than running diesel auxiliary engines. The Port of Seattle remains one of the few cruise ports in the U.S. to provide shore power at two berths.
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Thousands of jobs associated with Port businesses
The Port of Seattle and its tenants directly employ more than 111,000 people, and the purchases by those individuals induce another 62,000 jobs -- ranking the Port among the top job-producers in the region along with Microsoft, Boeing, and the University of Washington.
Programs like the Port's Small Business Initiative support job creation and diversity, even in challenging economic times.
In 2008, the Port created the Veterans Fellowship Program to help members of the military transition back to civilian life. Since the program's inception, we have hired more than 100 veteran fellows, and many of our alumni now have good, permanent jobs.
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Millions of passengers traveling though Sea-Tac yearly
Moving freight and people is at the core of the Port’s mission to generate economic activity and jobs.
The Port collaborates closely with its public and private partners to leverage infrastructure and transportation investments that contribute to the collective success the region.
A robust and efficient transportation system is vital to the Port’s business partners. System capacity and effective access to Port facilities are critical to creating jobs and and staying economically competitive.
Companies and workers throughout the state depend on efficient transportation links to and from the Port to reach markets around the world.
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