Pacific Northwest Waterways Association
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Founded in 1934, PNWA is a collaboration of ports, businesses, public agencies and individuals.
Wishing you and your family a happy and joyful holiday season. May your days be merry and bright! #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HolidayJoy
December 25, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Wishing you and your family a happy and joyful holiday season. May your days be merry and bright! #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HolidayJoy
May you have warm words on a cold evening, a full moon on a dark night, and a gentle breeze forever fills your sails. We wish you a glorious holiday season. #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HolidayJoy
December 24, 2025 at 9:01 PM
May you have warm words on a cold evening, a full moon on a dark night, and a gentle breeze forever fills your sails. We wish you a glorious holiday season. #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HolidayJoy
A Festivus for the Rest of Us! The alternative to the commercialization of Christmas and the “Airing of Grievances” - Sometimes, letting out your frustrations is just what your mental health needs! It's time to vent, laugh, and lighten up. Happy Festivus! #MentalHealthMatters
December 23, 2025 at 10:01 PM
A Festivus for the Rest of Us! The alternative to the commercialization of Christmas and the “Airing of Grievances” - Sometimes, letting out your frustrations is just what your mental health needs! It's time to vent, laugh, and lighten up. Happy Festivus! #MentalHealthMatters
May the wondrous glow of the light continue to sustain and guide us. Wishing everyone blessings of peace, love, and miracles.
#HappyHanukkah #Miracles #LightAndBlessings
#HappyHanukkah #Miracles #LightAndBlessings
December 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
May the wondrous glow of the light continue to sustain and guide us. Wishing everyone blessings of peace, love, and miracles.
#HappyHanukkah #Miracles #LightAndBlessings
#HappyHanukkah #Miracles #LightAndBlessings
As the longest night of the year begins, may the Winter Solstice bring new light of hope and chase away the darkness. Let’s reflect, embrace the stillness, and shine a light of goodwill to all.
#WinterSolstice #LongestNight #ShineYourLight #Goodwill
#WinterSolstice #LongestNight #ShineYourLight #Goodwill
December 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
As the longest night of the year begins, may the Winter Solstice bring new light of hope and chase away the darkness. Let’s reflect, embrace the stillness, and shine a light of goodwill to all.
#WinterSolstice #LongestNight #ShineYourLight #Goodwill
#WinterSolstice #LongestNight #ShineYourLight #Goodwill
Huge thanks to everyone who joined our Holiday Open House! Between the snacks, drinks, and a visit from Santa, our new Vancouver, WA office finally feels special. Your warmth and engaging conversation made the night truly special. Missed you all who couldn't make it! #PNWA
December 19, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Huge thanks to everyone who joined our Holiday Open House! Between the snacks, drinks, and a visit from Santa, our new Vancouver, WA office finally feels special. Your warmth and engaging conversation made the night truly special. Missed you all who couldn't make it! #PNWA
IPNG opposes emergency motions to increase spill at Columbia–Snake River dams, citing minimal fish benefit and increased risks to navigation and reliability. IPNG supports the 2020 BiOp and science-based solutions. bit.ly/48QlMP7
December 16, 2025 at 12:13 AM
IPNG opposes emergency motions to increase spill at Columbia–Snake River dams, citing minimal fish benefit and increased risks to navigation and reliability. IPNG supports the 2020 BiOp and science-based solutions. bit.ly/48QlMP7
May the glow of peace, prosperity and happiness illuminate your life, your home and your ship during this holiday season. #HappyHolidays #HappyHanukkah
December 15, 2025 at 2:00 AM
May the glow of peace, prosperity and happiness illuminate your life, your home and your ship during this holiday season. #HappyHolidays #HappyHanukkah
PNWA staff recently visited the Port of Astoria and met with Will Isom and Matt McGrath for a tour of port operations. We discussed the need for strong advocacy for working waterfronts and plans to upgrade shipyards, piers, and marinas to support efficient, sustainable maritime use.
December 14, 2025 at 12:24 PM
PNWA staff recently visited the Port of Astoria and met with Will Isom and Matt McGrath for a tour of port operations. We discussed the need for strong advocacy for working waterfronts and plans to upgrade shipyards, piers, and marinas to support efficient, sustainable maritime use.
NWA met with Jon Hie of Hyak Maritime to learn more about plans for Hyak Tongue Point in Astoria. The Columbia River shipyard is developing into a hub for vessel construction, repair, and maintenance—supporting regional jobs and maritime growth.
www.hyakmaritime.com
www.hyakmaritime.com
December 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
NWA met with Jon Hie of Hyak Maritime to learn more about plans for Hyak Tongue Point in Astoria. The Columbia River shipyard is developing into a hub for vessel construction, repair, and maintenance—supporting regional jobs and maritime growth.
www.hyakmaritime.com
www.hyakmaritime.com
Established in 1636, the National Guard is America’s oldest military organization. Today we honor the men and women who have served, sacrificed, and stood “Always ready; Always there.”
#NationalGuard #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
#NationalGuard #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
December 13, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Established in 1636, the National Guard is America’s oldest military organization. Today we honor the men and women who have served, sacrificed, and stood “Always ready; Always there.”
#NationalGuard #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
#NationalGuard #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
PNWA staff recently traveled to Astoria to visit members and learn more about their operations. WCT Marine & Construction, Inc., where Willie Toristoja, Rick Reid, and Remi Toristoja shared insights into their shipyard services and day-to-day work supporting mariners on the river
December 12, 2025 at 9:58 PM
PNWA staff recently traveled to Astoria to visit members and learn more about their operations. WCT Marine & Construction, Inc., where Willie Toristoja, Rick Reid, and Remi Toristoja shared insights into their shipyard services and day-to-day work supporting mariners on the river
Check out the latest from #PNWA. The Nor'wester Newsletter is full of great information of the maritime industry for the #PacificNorthwest region. You will want to stay in the know with us! Clcik here: www.pnwa.net/norwester-ne...
December 10, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Check out the latest from #PNWA. The Nor'wester Newsletter is full of great information of the maritime industry for the #PacificNorthwest region. You will want to stay in the know with us! Clcik here: www.pnwa.net/norwester-ne...
PNWA hopes you will consider supporting the Merchants Exchange Scholarship Fund, empowering the next generation of maritime and international trade professionals.
DONATE TODAY: www.pdxmex.com/scholarship/...
Fund supports students pursuing or advancing careers in the maritime industry.
DONATE TODAY: www.pdxmex.com/scholarship/...
Fund supports students pursuing or advancing careers in the maritime industry.
December 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
PNWA hopes you will consider supporting the Merchants Exchange Scholarship Fund, empowering the next generation of maritime and international trade professionals.
DONATE TODAY: www.pdxmex.com/scholarship/...
Fund supports students pursuing or advancing careers in the maritime industry.
DONATE TODAY: www.pdxmex.com/scholarship/...
Fund supports students pursuing or advancing careers in the maritime industry.
Getting deals or getting outside? The #ColumbiaRiver is the #MaritimeHighway of the #PacificNorthwest. Goods are being imported and exported from our #Ports, supporting a strong economy.
November 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Getting deals or getting outside? The #ColumbiaRiver is the #MaritimeHighway of the #PacificNorthwest. Goods are being imported and exported from our #Ports, supporting a strong economy.
Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with joy and gratitude. We are especially thankful for the wheat farmers, grain elevators and the barges transporting grain out to the world and for bringing us PIE!
November 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with joy and gratitude. We are especially thankful for the wheat farmers, grain elevators and the barges transporting grain out to the world and for bringing us PIE!
Nutrien has selected Longview, WA for its next potash export terminal, strengthening global ag supply chains and expanding Columbia River trade.
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Ag giant eyes long-abandoned Longview port Berth 4
Port officials aim to finalize a lease in early 2026 for the $500 million to $1 billion project.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Nutrien has selected Longview, WA for its next potash export terminal, strengthening global ag supply chains and expanding Columbia River trade.
tdn.com/news/local/b...
tdn.com/news/local/b...
Progress for clean energy and salmon comes from collaboration—not the courtroom. This article calls on Washington Governor Bob Ferguson, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek to focus energy on pragmatic partnership rooted in science rather than litigation.
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Future of clean energy and salmon depends on collaboration, not courts | Op-Ed
Despite progress, the conversation around salmon recovery has too often resorted to litigation or decision-making behind closed doors, not collaboration.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Progress for clean energy and salmon comes from collaboration—not the courtroom. This article calls on Washington Governor Bob Ferguson, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek to focus energy on pragmatic partnership rooted in science rather than litigation.
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Check out our latest Nor’wester Newsletter! PNWA has been busy — and there’s a lot to celebrate across the Pacific Northwest maritime community.
Learn more about the projects, people & progress shaping our region: www.pnwa.net/norwester-ne...
Learn more about the projects, people & progress shaping our region: www.pnwa.net/norwester-ne...
November 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Check out our latest Nor’wester Newsletter! PNWA has been busy — and there’s a lot to celebrate across the Pacific Northwest maritime community.
Learn more about the projects, people & progress shaping our region: www.pnwa.net/norwester-ne...
Learn more about the projects, people & progress shaping our region: www.pnwa.net/norwester-ne...
Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in America. From times of war to moments of emergency, its members have been "Always ready; Always there." Let's take a moment to recognize and honor those who have served, sacrificed, and protected.
November 13, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in America. From times of war to moments of emergency, its members have been "Always ready; Always there." Let's take a moment to recognize and honor those who have served, sacrificed, and protected.
Today, we honor and acknowledge the sacrifices and accomplishments of our veterans. It is our privilege to express our gratitude to our veterans, our current active-duty service members, and their families.
Link: Learn more: department.va.gov/veterans-day/
Link: Learn more: department.va.gov/veterans-day/
November 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Today, we honor and acknowledge the sacrifices and accomplishments of our veterans. It is our privilege to express our gratitude to our veterans, our current active-duty service members, and their families.
Link: Learn more: department.va.gov/veterans-day/
Link: Learn more: department.va.gov/veterans-day/
Check out the PNWA article in the Idaho Grain Producers Association Magazine! Keeping the River Highway Open; How PNWA Protects Idaho's Grain Growers and the Columbia Snake Supply Chain. Read all about it: www.idahograin.org/idaho-grain-...
October 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Check out the PNWA article in the Idaho Grain Producers Association Magazine! Keeping the River Highway Open; How PNWA Protects Idaho's Grain Growers and the Columbia Snake Supply Chain. Read all about it: www.idahograin.org/idaho-grain-...
We’ve been busy! Our latest PNWA Nor'wester Newsletter is full of updates — from our 2025 Annual Convention recap to recent press, a federal comment letter, and maritime community highlights. Read now: buff.ly/9kNVsIh
October 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We’ve been busy! Our latest PNWA Nor'wester Newsletter is full of updates — from our 2025 Annual Convention recap to recent press, a federal comment letter, and maritime community highlights. Read now: buff.ly/9kNVsIh
Litigation won’t solve the challenges facing the Columbia Basin.
Collaboration will. By working together, we can restore salmon and protect affordable, hydropower and reliable navigation routes for the Northwest.
Read more: www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...
Collaboration will. By working together, we can restore salmon and protect affordable, hydropower and reliable navigation routes for the Northwest.
Read more: www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...
Opinion: Collaboration, not litigation, can support both salmon and hydropower
We live in a region where both salmon and hydropower production can and do co-exist, writes Scott Simms of the Public Power Council. Failing to find a path forward that supports both is a missed…
www.oregonlive.com
September 27, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Litigation won’t solve the challenges facing the Columbia Basin.
Collaboration will. By working together, we can restore salmon and protect affordable, hydropower and reliable navigation routes for the Northwest.
Read more: www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...
Collaboration will. By working together, we can restore salmon and protect affordable, hydropower and reliable navigation routes for the Northwest.
Read more: www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...
Today we celebrate #WorldMaritimeDay. Over 80% of global trade moves by sea. This year’s theme, “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity,” reminds us of the vital role shipping plays in global commerce and ocean stewardship. #IMO
September 25, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Today we celebrate #WorldMaritimeDay. Over 80% of global trade moves by sea. This year’s theme, “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity,” reminds us of the vital role shipping plays in global commerce and ocean stewardship. #IMO