Commerce by Sea
Hampton Roads is home to the 3rd largest port on the East Coast and the only port positioned for continuous expansion. It is home to the only East Coast port equipped to handle the megaships that can transit the Panama Canal, making it a gateway to international commerce.
Signature Event: The State of the Port
Virginia’s biggest maritime event of the year. The State of the Port has been held annually since 1981, providing important updates on the Port’s performance, land and waterside infrastructure projects, and it’s impact as an economic engine for the commonwealth. The State of the Port is comprised of one or more events, the most recent of which included a reception Taste of Virginia, the State of the Port Address, and an afternoon harbor cruise aboard the Spirit of Norfolk.
