Port Tampa Bay
Port Tampa Bay

General Cargo

Port Tampa Bay leads all Florida ports in handling general cargo. Items such as steel coils, pipe, and various building materials feed Florida’s growth—offering shippers fast, cost-efficient access to the state.
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700,000 Square Feet of Warehouse Space

Tampa’s modern and efficient general cargo terminals feature 700,000 square feet of warehouse space, 80 acres of laydown area, and 8,500 feet of dock frontage.

Deep-Water Channel

Port Tampa Bay offers a 43-foot channel depth, with federal authorization already approved to deepen to 47 feet. This enhanced draft capacity will further expand the port’s ability to handle larger vessels and heavier cargo. With on-dock rail service and a 100-ton mobile harbor crane, Port Tampa Bay is fully equipped to manage virtually every type of general cargo efficiently and competitively.

Florida’s Largest Steel Port

Port Tampa Bay is Florida’s largest steel port. Steel and building materials, used throughout the state, form the backbone of Florida’s growth, feeding the construction boom with new homes, warehouses, office buildings, and more.

Port Tampa Bay’s Specialties

Port Tampa Bay specializes in cement and building materials, project cargo, and heavy-lift shipments. Supported by an experienced and efficient labor force, the port is equipped to handle virtually every type of general cargo with reliability and care.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I schedule a shipment?

  • If you are scheduling a shipment for export or import via Port Tampa Bay, visit our Sailing Schedule page to contact one of our ocean carriers.
  • If you need help with your logistics, there is a list of Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders in our online Directory.

What will Port Tampa Bay charge me to ship my shipment?

No, individual shippers are not charged. Rates are charged to the port terminal operators and ocean carriers.

How do I track my shipment?

  • Contact your Customs Broker, Freight Forwarder and/or Ocean Carrier to help track your shipment.

Can I ship goods to Europe or South America via Port Tampa Bay?

Visit our Sailing Schedule page to view all of our ocean carriers. Multiple connection points are available.

Does the Port sell shipping containers, how to buy containers?

  • The Port does not own or sell shipping containers.
  • For a listing of companies that do sell containers please, visit our online Directory under 'container & chassis sales, lease & repair'.

I bought an item from (insert country) and it says that the item is coming to Tampa?

"Tampa" does not mean that the "Port of Discharge" is the Port of Tampa/Port Tampa Bay.
Check your paperwork and review the Port of Discharge or the Final Destination.
Having a Freight Forwarder and/or Customs Broker can be very helpful.