# Gulfport (US GPT)

**UN/LOCODE:** US GPT  
**Country:** United States  
**Water Body:** Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean  
**Harbor Size:** Small  
**Harbor Type:** Coastal (Natural)  
**GPS:** 30.3500, -89.0833

Bananas, pineapples and frozen poultry shape Gulfport's business on the Mississippi Gulf Coast more than at almost any comparable US port. Founded in 1902, the deep-water port combines container, refrigerated and breakbulk handling, taking around 330 deep-draft vessel calls and more than two million tons of cargo a year. Its hallmark is two-way reefer logistics: bananas and fresh produce arrive from Central and South America while frozen chicken and pork move out the other way — an efficient round-trip model for refrigerated boxes. Alongside this, apparel, paper, cotton, vehicles, construction supplies and machinery cross the quays. The port is run by the Mississippi State Port Authority, with hinterland access via the Interstate network and rail into the US Southeast. For very large container volumes or a wider choice of line services, neighbouring New Orleans and Mobile remain the bigger gateways, while Gulfport plays to its strength in reefer and fresh-produce cargo.

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