AUGUST 2026 
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The Port of Huntsville in 
North Alabama is the state’s 
premier inland gateway for 
global commerce. Spanning 
7,400 acres, this unique “port 
without an ocean” integrates 
Huntsville International Airport 
(HSV), International Intermodal 
Center (IIC), Jetplex Industrial 
Park, and Spaceport. The Port 
of Huntsville is a massive 
economic engine, generating 
$1.8 billion annually. Its success 
is fueled by its proximity to a 
juggernaut corridor of advanced 
manufacturing, biotech leaders 
like the new $6 billion Eli 
Lilly plant, and more than 70 
government agencies, including 
headquarters for NASA, U.S. 
Space Force, and the FBI.
A GLOBAL LOGISTICS 
POWERHOUSE
Ranked among the top 25 largest 
international air cargo airports 
in the continental U.S., HSV 
serves as the North American 
hub for global freight forwarder 
DSV. With nonstop 747 freighter 
service to Europe, Asia, and 
South America, the port boasts 
435,000 square feet of warehouse 
space, including specialized cold 
storage for high-tech chemical 
and medical needs.
The IIC is a powerhouse of 
multimodal connectivity. By 
linking air and highway routes 
with Norfolk Southern rail 
service, the Port connects cargo 
directly to the nation’s most 
vital maritime hubs including 
Los Angeles and Savannah. 
Foreign Trade Zone No. 83 and 
on-site U.S. Customs drastically 
reduce both transit times and tax 
liabilities for global partners.
SKY-HIGH PASSENGER 
& SPACE AMBITIONS
Huntsville International serves 
more than 1.7 million travelers 
via American, Delta, United, 
Allegiant and Breeze Airways. Of 
two parallel runways separated 
by nearly one mile, the West 
Runway is second in length only 
to Miami in the Southeast at 
12,600 feet.
Huntsville is blending its storied 
aerospace legacy with future-
tech logistics. It is the first 
commercial airport in the U.S. 
licensed to land the Sierra Space 
Dream Chaser commercial space 
vehicle. And the new Huntsville 
UAS Vertical Research Center 
(HUVR) positions the port at 
the forefront of defense drone 
technology and emergency 
response training.
THE BOTTOM LINE
With $2.1 billion invested in 
infrastructure, the Port of 
Huntsville isn’t just keeping 
pace with Alabama’s growth, it’s 
driving it. Anchored by a legacy 
of exploration and propelled by 
modern multimodal logistics, 
Huntsville proves that a vital 
gateway in the global supply 
chain doesn’t need an ocean 
next door.
A full-service,
o n e - s t o p  s h o p 
logistics hub
p e r f e c t l y 
p o s i t i o n e d 
for your  logistics
&  distribution center
256.772.9395
portofhuntsville.com
E F F I C I E N T.
E F F E C T I V E .
E C O N O M I C A L .
N O R T H  A L A B A M A ’ S  I N L A N D  P O R T
Bypassing the Coast: How Huntsville 
Anchors the Global Supply Chain 
Without a Drop of Saltwater
Connecting service to and from 
major west coast ports 
via Memphis 
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AT A GLANCE:
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Global Connectivity: A world-class international intermodal 
center seamlessly linking air, rail, and truck cargo to the global 
supply chain.
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Operational Flexibility: On-site chassis and after-hours 
shipping via our “One-Stop Shop” service model.
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Cost Effi ciency: Reduced overhead with 10 days of free storage.
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Minimize Import Costs: Take advantage of FTZ No. 83 to 
reduce, defer, or eliminate international trade duties.
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Avoid Congestion: Direct rail lines connect to the East and 
West Coasts.
For more information, visit portofhuntsville.com.

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