Updates from Portland's Business Community

Air travel is at record highs with TSA screening roughly 3 million travelers every day with the expectation of that figure increasing to 4 million travelers a day over the next few years. As the threat environment continues to evolve, the need to strengthen security while simultaneously driving throughput is paramount.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) issued an Amended Record of Decision for the IBR Program, which completes the federal environmental review and clears the way for Washington and Oregon to begin identifying a construction contractor and securing permits to replace the Interstate 5 bridge over the Columbia River.

The Old Town Community Association (OTCA) is excited to announce new leadership and a restructured organization as it continues to support the Old Town neighborhood.

The firm serves HVAC, electrical, and plumbing companies seeking stronger profitability and sustainable growth.

The Chamber was thrilled to celebrate the joint grand opening of RobotLAB Portland and RobotLAB W. Oregon.

Community-led public art installation honors Portland’s river culture, creativity, and civic spirit.

The American Alliance of Museums has selected Paula Gangopadhyay for the 2026 Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes significant and sustained contributions to the museum field over a career of 20+ years. 

Four out of five recipients of Travel Portland's FY 2025-26 Visitor Experience Grant awardees are Chamber members—congratulations to the OHSU Foundation, OMSI, Portland Indigenous Marketplace, and the World Forestry Center. 

The Chamber was thrilled to celebrate Walk Thru Plans Portland for the grand opening of their new location.

The Chamber was honored to celebrate the grand opening of OnPoint Community Credit Union’s new branch in downtown Portland.

RobotLAB announced the launch of its Western Oregon franchise which will give Oregon businesses access to autonomous robots backed by on-the-ground deployment, training, and support.

SOLVE’s annual Earth Month initiative brought together over 5,000 volunteers participating in 200+ cleanup and restoration projects across urban communities.