Port of Milwaukee

Milwaukee (UN/LOCODE USMKE), situated on the western shore of Lake Michigan in Wisconsin, serves as a pivotal Great Lakes gateway linking Midwestern manufacturing hubs to global maritime trade networks. Operating within the America/Chicago timezone at coordinates 43.0389025° N, −87.9064736° E, the port handles diverse bulk, break‑bulk, containerized, and project cargoes via deep‑draft berths, rail interchanges, and extensive warehouse facilities. Its strategic infrastructure supports steel, grain, petroleum, and heavy‑equipment flows, while environmental stewardship initiatives and modern navigation aids ensure safe, efficient vessel movements year‑round. As a cornerstone of regional logistics, Milwaukee drives economic growth, job creation, and supply‑chain resilience across the Upper Midwest.