Port of Memphis

Port of Memphis is a vital inland port located on the Mississippi River and serves as the second-largest inland port on the river’s shallow draft portion, ranking sixth largest in the United States. It excels in multimodal transport, connecting river, road, rail, and air to facilitate seamless goods movement across North America. The Port supports diverse industries with cutting-edge facilities for distribution and supply chain management, generating a total annual economic impact of $6.25 billion. It directly creates 5,361 jobs and indirectly supports 8,494 more through its operations, contributing $71.7 million in annual taxes. Founded at the crossroads of central U.S. highways, rail lines, and air transportation, the Port is equipped to handle heavy and oversized shipments, ensuring smooth intermodal cargo movement between river, rail, road, and air.