The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) is once again proud to be selected as the leading West Coast port in the 42^nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards by Logistics Management (LM). The NWSA received the highest overall rating among West Coast ports with top scores in three of the five categories. We welcome this prestigious recognition as it highlights the NWSA’s exceptional performance in delivering world-class service.

The Quest for Quality Awards is a comprehensive and respected benchmark for measuring customer satisfaction and performance excellence in transportation and logistics. To determine the “best of the best,” LM Readers – logistics, transportation, and supply chain decision makers – rate carriers, third party logistics service providers and U.S. ports strictly based on service and quality.

“It is an honor to be recognized by Logistics Management as the top port on the West Coast again this year” said NWSA Co-Chair and Port of Tacoma Commission President John McCarthy. “Strategic investment in our infrastructure, technology, and workforce is a key component of this success. Our team works diligently to provide the best port facilities and experience for our customers.”

The NWSA achieved an outstanding overall score of 45.82. putting our gateway on top of other West Coast ports. Additionally, the NWSA excelled in Value, Intermodal network, and Equipment & Operations. These recognitions underscore the NWSA’s commitment to operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and seamless cargo movement.

“We put our full commitment into investment and service to keep our gateway strong. It is an honor to once again be recognized, a testament to our consistency and unwavering dedication to this mission,” said NWSA Co-Chair and Port of Seattle Commission President Toshiko Hasegawa. “This award fuels our commitment to push our work even further and sustain a level of excellence worthy of this distinction.”

The NWSA’s success is attributed to its focus on enhancing the efficiency of port operations, expanding infrastructure through targeted investment, and implementing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the global supply chain.  The NWSA remains committed to driving economic growth, creating jobs, and strengthening the region’s position as a leading trade gateway.

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About The Northwest Seaport Alliance

The Northwest Seaport Alliance is a marine cargo operating partnership of the Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma. Under a port development authority, the NWSA manages the container, breakbulk, auto and some bulk terminals in Seattle and Tacoma.