Deepwater Port

Main Gate (West Gate) located off of HWY 90 and 30th Ave.
1000 30th Ave. South Extension, Gulfport, MS 39501

If you are here to drop off a container or pick up a container, you will need a TWIC card and/or an escort to enter the port. Escort contact info can be found under “Additional Numbers”.

Main Gate: (228) 865-4323 (Swetman Security)
East Gate: (228) 865-4329 (Swetman Security)

Admin Offices

The Port of Gulfport Offices are located on a secure floor and require a security badge to enter. All guests must sign in with the security guard stationed on the first floor of the Hancock Bank building to receive a security badge.

Hancock Plaza Building
2510 14th Street., Suite 1450, Gulfport, MS 39501

Phone: (228) 865-4300
Fax: (228) 865-4307

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Offices close for lunch from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM and for major holidays.

To contact a specific Port department or staff member by email, visit our team page.

Stevedores/Terminal Operators

SSA Marine
(228) 863-3922
Ports America
(228) 563-1030
International Longshoremen’s
Association (ILA #1303)
(228) 863-5144

Additional Numbers

Gulfport Towing: (228) 323-1631
Mississippi Pilot Association: (228) 547-7772
TWIC Escort (Gartman Security Escorts): (228) 234-0243
TWIC Escort (US Maritime Escort Service): (251) 458-0643
Swetman Security Office: (228) 374-4528

For inquiries outside of the information listed here, please contact the Port’s administrative offices at 228-865-4300 during our regular business hours or utilize the contact form below.

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