Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA)

02/10/2026

Port General Manager Scott Corbitt is back on Capitol Hill this week with the “Dam Heroes,” a dedicated group of river advocates led by the Washington Association of Wheat Growers. Together, they’ll be engaging with members of Congress to champion the Lower Snake River Dams and the communities they support. The group also includes representatives from the Columbia River Pilots, Pacific Northwest Waterways Association, The McGregor Company, National Association of Wheat Growers, and the Northwest Public Power Association.

02/09/2026

LAST CHANCE!!

Visit WSDOT’s online open house to learn about the Lower Snake River Dams Transportation Study and what dam removal could mean for regional transportation, freight and rail. Make sure to provide input. The online open house is available from Jan. 26 – Feb. 9: bit.ly/LSRD-OpenHouse

02/06/2026

We were pleased to have our Executive Director, Neil Maunu, in Olympia for Washington Maritime Day 2026, alongside many PNWA members and partners from across the state.

Maritime Day provides our maritime community with a full day of in-person advocacy on the Capitol Campus, beginning with a morning kickoff and orientation, followed by targeted meetings with legislators throughout the day, a working lunch with a featured speaker, and an evening reception co-hosted with the Washington Public Ports Association.

While in Olympia, we were honored to attend the signing ceremony with the Northwest Seaport Alliance and the Ports of Benton, Walla Walla, and Pasco as they formalized an interlocal agreement to advance an Inland Logistics Hub in the Tri-Cities, strengthening regional supply chains and freight connectivity.

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

From field to export, the McNary elevator plays a critical role in moving Pacific Northwest wheat to global markets. During peak harvest, the team can handle about 350 trucks a day and transfer that wheat to barges carrying up to 120,000 bushels each, keeping hundreds of trucks off regional highways every week.

transfer that wheat to barges

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

The Water Report features an article from PNWA on the history of the Columbia River Basin Treaty, check it out to learn more about this ongoing process. Read here (Pages 6-14): https://lnkd.in/gwPSc29j

02/03/2026

As the February 6 U.S. District Court date approaches on the future of Columbia River System operations, a diverse coalition of Northwest utilities, ports, navigation supporters, farmers, irrigation users, and businesses is prepared to defend our region’s clean, reliable hydropower system in court, while continuing to urge "Collaboration Over Litigation."

We believe the best outcomes come from solutions that are lawful, science-based, and durable, while advancing salmon recovery while protecting affordable power, navigation, and economic stability across the Northwest. Our coalition remains committed to pursuing a negotiated path forward that brings certainty and stability to the region. Please read the our press release: https://tinyurl.com/3xz4uy29

02/02/2026

https://engage.wsdot.wa.gov/lower-snake-river-transportation-studyDon’t miss the opportunity to provide input on the Lower Snake River Dams Transportation Study.
Visit the online open house, available Jan. 26 – Feb. 9: bit.ly/LSRD-OpenHouse

01/30/2026

Congratulations to Julie Rawls! Julie has been the welcoming face of the Port of Vancouver USA for many years, helping people truly understand the port and feel connected to its work. Through her warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for the community, she built lasting relationships and brought people together. Her impact will be felt long after her retirement, and she will be deeply missed.

The No. 1 comment Julie Rawls heard when she wrapped up a tour of the Port of Vancouver: “I had no idea.”

01/26/2026

Visit WSDOT’s online open house to learn about the Lower Snake River Dams Transportation Study and what dam removal could mean for regional transportation, freight and rail. Make sure to provide input. The online open house is available from Jan. 26 – Feb. 9: bit.ly/LSRD-OpenHouse