Communications Director, Sara Zeman, at Feet Week 2025
Week Ending: August 8, 2025
Vessel Arrivals This Week
Total berth arrivals: 62 vessels (up from 57 last week, up 8.8%)
Container and tanker traffic both climbed sharply this week, with container arrivals up 43% (14 → 20) and tankers up 71% (7 → 12). Bulk traffic also rose by 40%. General cargo, however, dropped off completely after six arrivals last week. Passenger vessel traffic dipped slightly, and vehicle and Ro/Ro movements remained steady.
Berth Arrivals by Port
Seattle remained stable with 26 vessel calls, while Tacoma rose 18% with three additional arrivals. March Point, Ferndale, and several smaller ports like Aberdeen, Bellingham, and Port Angeles all saw modest gains. In contrast, Everett dropped significantly from five vessels to just one — the largest decline across the region.
System Status Report
AIS Coverage: All seven monitored AIS stations are operational.
Radio Communications: Buck Station & Ellis Station remain operational.
No disruptions were reported in critical communication or tracking systems this week.
Week Ahead Outlook
Looking ahead, we expect continued strength in container and tanker traffic, with energy trade and cargo flows remaining steady. General cargo movements may return to baseline after this week’s zero activity. Passenger vessel activity is expected to remain consistent as seasonal patterns settle.
Community Highlight: Connecting at Fleet Week
The Marine Exchange team had a great time engaging with the public during SeaFari Fleet Week, where we staffed a booth to help connect the maritime community with resources, knowledge, and career insight. Hundreds of visitors, from seasoned industry professionals to curious kids, stopped by to ask questions, share stories, and pick up our latest materials.
We fielded questions about AIS tracking, general on-water operations, maritime careers, and how local organizations can better connect across the sector. It was a reminder of how valuable these public-facing events are for education and outreach.
As an organization deeply embedded in every layer of Puget Sound’s maritime operations, we’re proud to serve as a bridge between industry and the public. If you weren’t able to attend and would like vessel data cards, a copy of the annual report, or other resources, just send us a note — we’re happy to share.
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