What does Alabama Port Authority do?

The Port of Mobile is Alabama's only seaport and a key player in global trade. Established in 1928, it is managed by the Alabama State Port Authority (ASPA), which oversees deep-water public port facilities that serve all 67 counties in Alabama. The port has a significant economic impact, supporting nearly 313,000 jobs statewide. It ranks as the 11th largest U.S. port by tonnage and is undergoing channel deepening to 50 feet, enhancing its capacity for larger vessels. The port features 18 cargo handling facilities with direct access to deep water, nine railroads, and intermodal connectivity. Key assets include a 1,300-acre logistics park and eight inland ports on Alabama rivers. ASPA focuses on cargo handling and logistics, offering services for bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargoes. Notable terminals include APM Terminals Mobile, which is equipped for post-Panamax vessels, and McDuffie Terminal, supporting various industries. The port collaborates with partners like Hyundai Motors and regional organizations to enhance its operations and infrastructure.