The Port of Vancouver USA has earned its 17th consecutive clean audit — a nearly two-decade streak of flawless financial accountability from Washington State’s independent auditor.
Port of Vancouver USA Earns 17th Straight Clean Audit
DredgeWire Article: Corps Advances Dredging Plan to Accommodate Large Grain Ships on Columbia
The Army Corps has approved a Columbia River dredging project to expand ship turning basins, despite environmental concerns over endangered fish.
KATU Article: Frog Ferry Announces Community Ownership Plan for Portland River Transit
Frog Ferry is launching a community ownership model for Portland’s first electric passenger ferry, with shares starting at $300 and connecting Willamette River neighborhoods.
Tacoma News Tribune Article: Tacoma Responded to Ship Fire. Now, it’s Blamed for Vessel’s Destruction
Trident Seafoods is suing Tacoma, alleging firefighting decisions caused a contained vessel fire to spread, resulting in the total loss of the Kodiak Enterprise.
Koin 6 Article: Multiple Boats, Docks Catch Fire on Columbia River Near Rainier
Multiple boats caught fire on the Columbia River near Rainier, Oregon, leaving one vessel sunk and another partially submerged, with no reported injuries.
MFSA Participates in National Harbor Safety Conference as LCRHSC Earns U.S. Coast Guard Recognition
MFSA participated in the 2026 National Harbor Safety Conference in Seattle, where the Lower Columbia Region Harbor Safety Committee received a U.S. Coast Guard award for its leadership in maritime safety.
Lower Columbia Region Harbor Safety Committee Receives Distinguished Harbor Safety Committee Reward
The Lower Columbia Region Harbor Safety Committee received the Distinguished Harbor Safety Committee Award at the National Harbor Safety Conference.
DredgeWire Article: USACE Begins Grays Harbor Maintenance Dredging April 8
U.S. authorities are warning commercial vessels of continued security risks in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, including drones, mines, and projectile strikes.
Ship Traffic Report 2/27 – 3/6
Ship Traffic Report for the first week of March
Ship Traffic Report 2/20 – 2/26
Ship Traffic Report for the last week of February