Portland Port Commission

The Port of Portland, governed by its nine-member Port Commission, is a vital transportation and economic hub located on the West Coast in Oregon. The Commission oversees diverse operations including Oregon's only deep-draft container port, several general cargo and bulk terminals, and the region's airports, notably Portland International Airport. Originally established in 1891, its present form was created after merging the original port authority with the City’s Commission of Public Docks in 1970. The Port is pivotal for both international trade and local employment, handling bulk, breakbulk, and container cargoes, and serving as a main gateway connecting the Pacific Northwest to global shipping networks. Facilities support a range of industries, from agriculture and automobiles to energy products. Unique responsibilities also include dredging and channel maintenance to ensure safe navigation on the Columbia and Willamette rivers, management of five industrial parks, and fostering economic growth across the Portland metropolitan area. The Port of Portland continues to innovate with sustainability initiatives, public engagement, and modernization efforts.