Marine Security
Terminal access requirements are essential for safety and security at all of our marine facilities.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and valid business purpose are required for anyone accessing our marine terminals. The only exceptions are for workers and visitors at the Administration Building at Terminal 6, as well as some state and federal officials, law enforcement, emergency responders, and regulators on official business.
The credential is issued by the Transportation Security Administration. Terminal access requirements apply at all of our working marine terminals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is a federal identification card used in Portland and at all U.S. Coast Guard-regulated marine facilities throughout the United States. A TWIC is required for unescorted access at all Port of Portland marine terminals.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Transportation Security Administration.
Personnel without a TWIC must be escorted by a TWIC holder for the duration of their time at the terminal. Submit your request.
Yes. Even those with a marine security badge must have their TWIC in hand to access secure areas of the marine terminals.
The Port's Marine Terminal Security Guidelines outline rules for newly hired employees as well as people dealing with lost, stolen or damaged TWIC cards.
Please reach out to the department contacts on this page if you need additional information.