Florence-Lauderdale Port Authority

The Florence-Lauderdale County Port Authority serves as a crucial inland port located on the Tennessee River in Florence, Alabama. As a public, non-profit corporation, the port plays an essential role in supporting economic and industrial growth throughout the region by providing reliable access to multimodal transportation channels, including river, rail, and highway networks. The port encompasses approximately 40 acres and facilitates the operations of diverse companies engaged in shipping, logistics, grain storage, and transloading. It has a rich history dating back to the 1950s, with infrastructure shaped by the construction of the Wilson Lock and various harbor improvements. The Florence Harbor supports general cargo movements, grain, scrap metal handling, and specialty cargo, serving both public and private sector clients. Over recent decades, the port has continued to expand its capacity and service offerings, evolving into an intermodal transportation center and industrial park. This strategic positioning has allowed the port to become a vital hub for inland waterway commerce, supporting both regional exports and imports. The port’s economic impact is further amplified by its seamless integration with rail lines operated by the Tennessee Southern Railroad and direct access to major highways.