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Port of Seattle Fire Department firefighters conducting a fire exercise putting out an electrical vehicle fire on a test vehicle

Saving Lives and Property: Port of Seattle Fire Department Earns Rare Top Rating

The Port's fire department, based at Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) Airport, has earned a Protection Class 1 rating for its ability to prevent and extinguish fires in the SEA complex — only the second department in Washington state to receive that honor. Learn More

'Welcome to Seattle' sign at SEA Airport

Port of Seattle Commission Reaffirms Commitment to Immigrant Communities and International Visitors

On National Immigrants Day, the Port Commissioners unanimously adopted an updated Welcoming Port Policy Directive, reaffirming the Port of Seattle’s commitment to ensuring that all people — regardless of immigration status — are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness across all Port facilities. Learn More

View of the Seattle Waterfront and container ships from the East Waterway

Port of Seattle Marks Milestones in East Waterway Cleanup Project

The Port Commission has authorized a public solicitation for a firm to lead the remedial design for the East Waterway cleanup, a key next step in translating the EPA's Record of Decision into an actionable cleanup plan. Learn More

Participants at a South King and Port Communities Fund Partners Meeting

Community-led Organizations to Receive $2.7 Million in Port Funding

Ten organizations will receive funding to expand economic opportunities in South King County, Beacon Hill, and the Duwamish Valley. Learn More

The Cruise ship Queen Elizabeth, operated by the Cunard Line, in front of the Seattle waterfront

2025 Cruise Season Ends with Record Passenger Numbers

The record cruise season delivered an estimated $1.2 billion in regional economic benefit, while providing more than 5,120 individuals direct and indirect jobs throughout the season. Learn More

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Press Releases

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Saving Lives and Property: Port of Seattle Fire Department Earns Rare Top Rating

The Port of Seattle Fire Department, based at Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) Airport, has earned a Protection C...

Port of Seattle Commission Reaffirms Commitment to Immigrant Communities and International Visitors

Today, on National Immigrants Day, the Port of Seattle Commission unanimously adopted an updated Welcoming Port Pol...

Port of Seattle Marks Milestones in East Waterway Cleanup Project

On October 14, the Port Commission authorized a public solicitation for a firm to lead the remedial design for the ...

Community-led Organizations to Receive $2.7 Million in Port Funding

Ten community-led organizations across South King County, Beacon Hill, and Duwamish Valley will receive a combined ...

Blog Posts

PORT BLOG

How SEA is Spreading the Joy of Reading, One Book at a Time

Want to relax and get lost in your imagination while you're waiting for your flight or winding down after a long journey? With two Little Free Libraries (LFLs) located in the terminal, Seattle-Tacoma ...

Spotting Smiles: Meet Tuck, SEA’s Dalmatian Therapy Dog

Forrest Gump has been known to say, "Life is like a box of chocolates — you never know what you're gonna get." At Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), you might just get a moment of calm and a ...

Smarter, Leaner, Greener: the Port’s Sustainable Fleet Progress

Look around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or the piers along the Seattle waterfront, and you'll see the Port of Seattle in action. Beyond ships and planes, more than 1,500 vehicles and sp...

A Century of Sailing Meets Sustainable Innovation

Celebrate the past and sail toward the future aboard a ship that has trained sailors for more than a century, survived two world wars, and now sails the globe powered in part by wind-charged batteries...