Vancouver,
Washington is a great place to do business. Located in the heart
of the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver enjoys a well diversified economy
comprised of manufacturing and processing sectors including electronics,
high technology, aluminum, paper and others. Vancouver is an attractive
location for business and industry because of its extensive transportation
infrastructure, highly skilled workforce, business friendly tax
structure, and reasonable land and utility costs. In addition, a
combination of development alternatives and a supportive local and
state government creates a unique market position for the Port of
Vancouver, USA, in the Pacific Northwest. From financing to construction,
the Port offers technical resources and assistance to suit each
company's distinct needs.
Business Benefits
Strategic location with close proximity to the Pacific Rim and
the global marketplace.
Ideal transfer points to North America through railways, airlines,
upriver barges, and trucking companies.
Easy access to road, river and rail.
Consistent upgrades and maintenance to transportation corridors.
Abundant low cost water, natural gas, and hydroelectric power.
State of Washington offers no corporate, unitary, inventory, or
personal income taxes.
Sales tax exemption available to existing and new manufacturers
for machinery and equipment investments regardless of size.
Large, stable, skilled, and well-educated workforce.
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Quality of Life
Local educational systems, including higher education, exceed the
results of many cities in the United States.
Vancouver lies within a major metropolitan area offering diverse
entertainment and cultural opportunities.
Temperate climate and spectacular scenery encourage abundant, year-round
outdoor recreational activities.
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Industrial Development
Partnership approach with City of Vancouver and regulatory agencies.
Targets diversified tenants with long-term local economic impact
and job opportunities for the community.
Encourages the growth of a diverse array of heavy and light industries.
Strives for a balance between industry and the environment.
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Industrial Opportunity
Approximately 94 acres available for development within the Port's
current operating facility. (divisible)
Warehouse space available now!
Heavy industrial zoning.
Sites available now!
Rail and waterfront access.
Utilities to the sites.
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Columbia Gateway
1,106-Acre Future Development
534 acres industrial-zoned property.
541 acres future environmental mitigation.
31 acres existing environmental mitigation.
Click here for more details.
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