Port of Seattle

The creation of the Port of Seattle was approved in 1911. Since opening, the seaport has helped expand Seattle’s shipping trade enormously. It’s now one of the US’s largest ports, spanning an enormous 570 acres of land. Due to this expansion, the Port of Seattle is capable of serving several key industrial districts and contributes significantly to the region's economic activities:

  1. Seattle Industrial District: This area encompasses a significant portion of the city's manufacturing and industrial activities, including the SODO (South of Downtown) area, which is home to various warehouses, factories, and distribution centres.
  1. Kent Valley: Located south of Seattle, the Kent Valley is one of the largest manufacturing and distribution centres on the West Coast. It hosts numerous warehouses and factories related to the aerospace industry.
  1. Ballard: Known for its maritime industries, Ballard hosts shipbuilding and repair facilities, seafood processing plants, and various light manufacturing businesses.
  1. Georgetown: This neighbourhood is known for its mix of light industrial and manufacturing operations, including breweries, creative production spaces, and other industrial enterprises.
  1. Duwamish Manufacturing/Industrial Centre: This is the largest industrial area in Seattle, and it comprises a diverse range of manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies focusing on the construction and marine industries.