San Diego Working Waterfront

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The waterfront businesses & workers dedicated to the economic & environmental vitality of our port. Navy. Call (619) 226-6546 for more information.

We are the waterfront businesses and workers dedicated to the economic and environmental vitality of the port tidelands in the cities of Chula Vista, Coronado, Imperial Beach, National City, and San Diego. Formed in 1989 as the San Diego Port Tenants Association and renamed in 2022, San Diego Working Waterfront membership includes representatives of manufacturing; ship building and repair; shippin

06/25/2025

🌊 Save the Date! Operation Clean Sweep is Back!

Join us for our annual bay cleanup event on August 23, 2025 and help make a difference in our waterfront communities! Thanks to Port of San Diego, Republic Services, and our other incredible sponsors for making this cleanup possible!

🗓️ Cleanup: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Various locations across the five port cities)
🎉 Volunteer After-Party: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Shelter Island Shoreline Park (North)
✨The after-party will include:
🍴 Leilani's Cafe Food Truck
⚽ San Diego FC soccer activity for kids
🗑️ “Most Unique Trash” Contest – with fun prizes!
🎟️ Raffle featuring giveaways from local bayfront businesses

Volunteers needed! All participants must sign a waiver.

Learn more & sign up: https://sdworkingwaterfront.com/events/operation-clean-sweep

Let’s clean up our bay—and celebrate together!

Photos from San Diego Working Waterfront's post 06/12/2025

🎉 Join the Port of San Diego for two upcoming events!

🌳 A Day at the Park: Chula Vista
Happening Saturday, June 14, from 11 AM – 3 PM at Bayfront Park!

Enjoy a fun-filled day with family-friendly activities, local vendors, and more!

📍 Details: https://www.portofsandiego.org/day-at-the-park

🚓 Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department Open House

Happening Wednesday, June 18, from 6 – 8 PMat the Port Administration Building.

Meet officers, tour the facility, and explore Harbor Police equipment up close.

📍 More info: https://www.portofsandiego.org/hpd-open-house

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Thank you, Marine Group Boat Works, for being the Presenting Sponsor of tonight’s SDWW 36th Anniversary Dinner!

With 39 years of excellence, MGBW sets the standard in shipbuilding, refits, and repairs—serving everything from superyachts to naval vessels with unmatched craftsmanship and innovation.

We’re proud to celebrate with a true leader of the San Diego working waterfront! Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2texyaub.

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Huge thank you to NASSCO for sponsoring the San Diego Working Waterfront 36th Anniversary Dinner as our Innovator Sponsor!

A San Diego shipbuilding leader since the 1950s, NASSCO has:
⚓ Repaired 2 Navy ships in the same dry dock
🛳️ Delivered the world’s first LNG-powered containerships
📦 Built the largest container/roll-on, roll-off ships in the U.S.

Proud to celebrate your innovation and impact!

👉 Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3b28aktj

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🎉 A huge thank you to Dole for being the Reception Sponsor of the San Diego Working Waterfront 36th Anniversary Dinner!

From the very beginning, they have centered everything around a simple principle: quality, quality, and more quality. Over the years, they have grown into an industry leader, offering a wide range of products and reaching markets around the globe — always committed to delivering the highest-quality food to tables everywhere.

We’re proud to celebrate with a partner that shares our dedication to excellence! Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/5cktd739🌎🍍

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Bring the kids and join us and the Port of San Diego for a FREE multicultural celebration at César Chávez Park on the Barrio Logan Bayfront on Saturday, May 31! More information can be found at portofsandiego.org/park-events.

Photos from San Diego Working Waterfront's post 05/20/2025

A big thank you to Solar Turbines for returning as the Bayview Sponsor for San Diego Working Waterfront’s 36th Annual Dinner!

For over 95 years, Solar Turbines has been a staple of the San Diego waterfront. With generations of employees, Solar has manufactured and provided world-class energy solutions to customers around the globe.

The continued support helps us celebrate the people, partners, and industries that power our waterfront and local economy. We’re proud to honor your legacy at this milestone event! Learn more https://tinyurl.com/yu3amn8t

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We’re honored to welcome back the USS Midway Museum as the Visionary Sponsor for our upcoming 36th Anniversary Dinner!

The USS Midway is more than just a ship — it's America’s Living Symbol of Freedom. In 2025, it will mark 80 years of excellence, honoring its legacy as an active-duty Navy aircraft carrier and its continued service as the world’s most visited naval ship museum.

We’re proud to celebrate with a partner that embodies history, patriotism, and community.
🔗 Read more: https://tinyurl.com/nnavtwx6

Photos from San Diego Working Waterfront's post 05/06/2025

Discover your next career opportunity along the San Diego waterfront. Come to the 3rd Annual People of the Port Career Fair on Wednesday, May 14, at the B Street Cruise Terminal! Dozens of businesses, including the Port of San Diego, are going to be there.

📅 Wednesday, May 14 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

📍 B Street Cruise Terminal

Free parking until 3 p.m.

For more details, visit portofsandiego.org/careerfair

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A huge thank you to the Port of San Diego for being our Partnership Sponsor for the upcoming 36th Anniversary Dinner of San Diego Working Waterfront!

As Maritime Month unfolds, the Port of San Diego is proud to celebrate alongside the Working Waterfront — expressing their gratitude for being the heartbeat of our bay of life and sharing a look at what’s ahead.

Don’t Miss These Upcoming Events
🔹 May 14: People of the Port Career Fair – B Street Cruise Terminal (10 a.m.–2 p.m.)
🔹 May 31: Day at the Park – César Chávez Park (11 a.m.–3 p.m.)
🔹 June 7: Seaport Village Daycation Celebration – Seaport Village (3 p.m.–7 p.m.)
🔹 June 14: Day at the Park – Chula Vista Bayfront Park (11 a.m.–3 p.m.)
🔹 June 18: Harbor Police Open House – Port Administration Building (6 p.m.–8 p.m.)

Learn more at www.portofsandiego.org/events.

Photos from San Diego Working Waterfront's post 04/30/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that The Pasha Group is the Awards Sponsor for the San Diego Working Waterfront’s 36th Anniversary Dinner!

From pioneering U.S.-built ship design to delivering industry-leading, customer-focused solutions, Pasha’s decades-long partnership with the Port of San Diego is a story of shared vision, innovation, and lasting impact.

Here’s to honoring the past, celebrating the present, and looking ahead to many more years of collaboration on the waterfront.

Read more about Pasha’s rich history and milestones here: https://tinyurl.com/bdub6b8z

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We extend our sincere appreciation to Bartell Hotels for serving as the Family-Owned Business Sponsor at the 36th Anniversary Dinner of San Diego Working Waterfront.

As one of San Diego’s most established independent hotel owners and operators, Bartell Hotels has long demonstrated a strong commitment to its employees, guests, and the broader community.

Most recently, Bartell Hotels completed a $5 million renovation converting the former Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside into the newly rebranded DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside, further strengthening its presence along our city’s waterfront.

We are proud to recognize and celebrate the contributions of family-owned businesses like Bartell Hotels, whose continued investment and leadership play a vital role in shaping San Diego’s future. Learn more https://tinyurl.com/mr2yzwad.

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2390 Shelter Island Drive, Suite 210
San Diego, CA
92106

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 6am - 6pm