Promoting the Industry
Today our region’s maritime industry has never been stronger.
How do we promote the vitality and growth of this critically important part of our economy that
employs so many of our families? That’s the role of the Washington Maritime Federation!
“The Federation brings together maritime organizations, businesses, labor and government agencies to
provide a coordinated voice for maritime progress,” says Joshua Berger, the Governor’s Maritime Sector
Lead in the Department of Commerce.
What are the Federation’s top priorities?
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Workforce Development, Education and Training
Industry coordination and dedicated funding for maritime-specific careers, technical training and
education at all levels of providers.
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Economic Development and Industry Competitiveness
Growing the industry through advocacy and coordination by advocating for issues like incentives
for rebuilding Washington’s fishing fleet, permitting alignment and transportation infrastructure.
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Sustainability
To highlight and support balanced regulation, environmental protection, best practices and
emerging technology.
“Working together, the opportunity exists to achieve our desired community, environmental and
economic goals,” Berger says. “This will ensure our state is positioned to thrive in the increasingly
competitive national and international marketplace for maritime services.”
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Photo courtesy of Don Wilson, Port of Seattle.
Welcome to Washington’s Working Waterfront
What does it mean to be a Five Star Working Waterfront?
1.
Significant Economic Impact
– The region’s maritime industry cluster makes a significant
contribution to our regional and global economies. Did you know Washington State Maritime
was responsible for more than 148,000 direct and indirect jobs?
2.
Quality Jobs and Careers
– The industry offers well-paying middle class jobs and diverse career
opportunities. Did you know the average annual salary, before benefits for maritime industry
employees, is $70,800?
3.
Excellent Products and Services:
The maritime cluster delivers excellent products and services
with the highest level of customer service. Did you know that there are more than 2,000 maritime
businesses in Washington?
4.
Commitment to Sustainability:
The industry is committed to environmental sustainability and
the long term health and vitality of the community. Did you know the Clean Truck Programs
requires trucks serving Seattle and Tacoma terminals to have newer, cleaner-burning engines
to reduce diesel emissions?
5.
Growing the Working Waterfront:
Our region is passionate about the maritime industry,
growing the working waterfront economic sector and building strong working partnerships
between businesses, labor, the community and government. Did you know Washington is
one of the few states with a Maritime Sector Lead to help coordinate the development of
the industry?
Photo courtesy of Don Wilson, Port of Seattle.
Photo courtesy of Dan Wilson, Port of Seattle.
MARITIME 101:
WASHINGTON MARITIME MATTERS
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