The Port of Waterford is the most modern port in Ireland. The Port is on the River Suir, 14 miles from the open sea, Waterford Port is the nearest major Irish port to mainland Europe, providing a saving to shippers of both time and fuel. The Port is strategically located in relation to the Republic of Ireland's main markets in the United Kingdom and Continental Europe and is a natural hub for the integration of port, shipping, road and rail freight services. Waterford is a very attractive location for Ireland’s importers and exporters.

Waterford Port handles lo-lo, bulk liquid, bulk solid and breakbulk/general cargoes. The Belview facility reduces sailing times between Waterford and the UK/Continent by about one hour and also achieves reductions in turnaround times for ships. Waterford Port operates 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

In 2008, cargo throughput was 2.5 million tonnes.