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ProvPort

The Port of Providence - New England’s premier deep water multimodal facility for international trade and domestic distribution

One of only two deep water ports in New England - ProvPort is located at the convergence of Narragansett Bay and the Providence River. The ProvPort campus is more than 140 acres, and the facility offers in excess of 3/4 mile of linear berthing capable of working 6 vessels at any one time. The deep water Port provides both domestic and international bulk, break bulk and project cargo clients.

2024 ProvPort Master Plan

Address 35 Terminal Rd.
Providence, RI 02905
Telephone (401) 461-9900
Fax (401) 461-6240
Feature 1

Primary Imports & Exports

Global maritime routes converge at the port, importing essentials like salt, cement, and energy resources, as well as offshore wind/green energy components while exporting scrap metal and equipment. Integrated with major highways and a rail system, it's a pivotal node for intermodal trade.

Feature 2

4,200 Feet of Berthing Space

ProvPort boasts 135 acres with extensive berthing, 50,000 square feet of covered storage, and more than 20 acres of open laydown area. Strategically located a mile from highways and equipped with on-dock rail service, it stands as a premier maritime logistics center.

Feature 3

Connected to Major US & Canada Railroads

ProvPort's rail infrastructure offers direct transfers and extensive warehouse space, connecting to major North American railroads. This enables efficient nationwide and cross-border distribution and storage services.

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400+ Ships in 2024

in Vessel Arrivals

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Over 2 Million Tons

of Cargo Volume

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The Port of Providence
Over The Years

Since 1994, ProvPort has been pivotal in managing and revitalizing the Port of Providence, driving significant growth and ensuring long-term sustainability.

1994
ProvPort Established

ProvPort, Inc. was established as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, taking over the Port of Providence from the City of Providence.

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2007
Waterson Terminal Partnership

ProvPort signed a Terminal Management Agreement with Waterson Terminal Services, designating them as the general manager and exclusive stevedore of the port.

About Waterson Terminal

2010
Expanded Facilities

ProvPort expanded its facilities, increasing its capacity to handle larger volumes of cargo and accommodate more tenants.

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2018
Environmental Sustainability

ProvPort initiated major sustainability projects to reduce its environmental footprint and improve operational efficiency.

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Present
Expanding Services

ProvPort continues to thrive with a strong tenant base, serving as a vital distribution center for major companies in the New England area.

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