datasheet prepared by the office of intergovernmental relations city seattle gregory j nickels mayor 2006 edition transcontinental railroads and numerous trucking companies that link to market hubs throughout north america port encompasses nearly 500 acres container handling space with 19 cranes facilities handle chilled or frozen meat fish fruit vegetables forest products steel cruise ships grain maritime business activities at are responsible for pumping 430 million in local purchases 2 5 billion revenue into economy each year also owns operates tacoma international airport fishermen s terminal industrial center harbor island marina shilshole bay bell street pier an 11 acre complex conference ship shops restaurants 30 facility world trade adjacent strengthens role as a fisherman serves homeport us pacific fishing fleet growing other commercial workboats well offers feet linear moorage more than
