Jack Markell on Free Trade Delaware Governor-Elect

Make Port of Wilmington the gateway to American market

Companies like Wal-Mart and Dole have made our Port their East Coast hub for Chilean fruit and over the last year, the amount of Chilean fruit unloaded at the Port of Wilmington increased by nearly 20%. This means jobs--more than 600 jobs that rely on this business. This week, my mission has been to finalize the deal .

We are working to promote Delaware's reputation internationally and make sure that any companies looking for a new location know about Delaware.

For many employers, we are the ideal gateway to the American market. Our world-class port, prime location on the East coast and quality workforce and transportation infrastructure make Delaware a practical choice.