Moving People and goods by water has history as old and treasured as Wisconsin itself. From the moment Native Americans and French settlers first arrived at Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay, these early inhabitants and explorers recognized our waterways' vast potential. Today, water transportation continues to serve as the most efficient method for moving bulk commodities -- and plays a vital role in the transport of bulk commodities -- and plays a vital role in the transport of heavy machinery, steel, bagged and canned cargo and other good.
Wisconsin's commercial ports are major economic hubs -- generating thousands of family-supporting jobs -- while playing an increasingly important role in the state's tourism industry and adding greatly to our state's high quality of life.
This website highlights the important role and function of Wisconsin's port facilities and will help potential shippers better understand the unique capabilities and advantages of water transportation.
Our Mission To provide information to the Public and our membership on Wisconsin's Commercial Ports.
