Fun Fact: More than 55,000 merchant ships — tankers, passenger ships, container ships, fishing vessels, bulk carriers and general cargo ships — regularly travel the seas to transport approximately 90% of the world’s commodities.
Happy New Year to all! As we bid farewell to 2024, let’s take a moment to celebrate some of the highlights that made it such a memorable year at the Port. From a dazzling drone show lighting up the night sky, dynamic music on the water every Saturday in the summer, to the lively energy of PortFest on our waterfront, we connected with the community in meaningful ways. We also secured multiple federal grants, which will enhance local projects and optimize Port operations to strengthen our regional economy. Now, in 2025, we’re ready to set sail toward new adventures to maintain our standing as a leading West Coast foreign trade agency.
To kick off the new year, we’re diving a little deeper into the role of dredging to emphasize its impact on consumer costs. Dredging is critical to clearing the shipping channel for our vessels to exchange goods worldwide. In the absence of dredging, the shipping channel gets blocked, creating a more extensive and delayed journey for vessels. The ripple effect? Higher consumer prices to offset those delays.
But trade isn’t the only thing happening on our waters and benefiting from dredging. The Redwood Creek Channel is also a playground for the community. Whether you’re kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, or just soaking in the scenic views, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. As you embark on your water adventures, we kindly remind all water recreational users to brush up on safety guidelines. Practicing water safety protects not just you, but also your neighbors sharing the channel.
Safety is a top priority at the Port and we appreciate all of the diligent work from the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and Flotilla 0406, who assist in the safety and security of our water recreational users and vessels.
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