Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority

The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority is a key transportation and economic development hub based in Toledo, Ohio. Overseeing the Port of Toledo, it features 13 terminals strategically located on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway System, providing direct global market access. The port sits at a crossroads of major interstate highways (I-75 and I-80/90), making it a critical logistics gateway in the Midwest. Unlike traditional coastal ports, Toledo's port benefits from proximity to both domestic and international markets, particularly in Europe, with competitive transportation times when compared to East and Gulf Coast ports. The port’s extensive facilities support diverse cargo handling, including bulk, breakbulk, and project cargoes. Major investments, such as the Cleveland-Cliffs direct reduction plant for hot-briquetted iron (HBI), underscore its industrial significance and job creation in the region. Partnerships between public and private stakeholders have strengthened the port’s capabilities, ensuring modern infrastructure, efficient operations, and robust connections via rail, road, and water.