Ensuring the Vitality of West Coast ports
West Coast ports lead the nation in advancing new technologies including automation.
Since the onset of containerization itself, West Coast ports have been at the forefront of modernization, strengthening local port communities while recently growing the ranks of longshore workers.
Our Workforce
PMA’s member companies are proud union employers.
We deliver world class wages and benefits to the ILWU workforce at 29 ports along the West Coast, with an average salary of nearly $233,000 for full-time workers.
Ports in Peril
The Alarming Economic Cost of Declining Market Share at the San Pedro Bay Port Complex – An Update
January 3, 2023
Research & Reports
PMA commissions groundbreaking research on issues impacting West Coast ports and the national economy.
We work with respected experts to analyze the economic impact of West Coast ports, market share losses, sustainability initiatives, and supply chain connectivity.
Core Services
PMA’s provides industry leadership to our member companies through innovative integrated labor relations, human resources and administrative services.
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