The goal of Business Development​ is to create logistical advantages and develop solutions to maximize our customers’ international supply chain through the Port of Baltimore. Our focus is connecting opportunities from our customers with ocean carriers for all cargo types. Supporting functions facilitate interaction with service providers, terminals, commercial real estate, economic development, MDOT sister agencies and other components to/from inland locations.​

The department also interacts with Customs and Border Patrol, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Foo​d and Drug Administration, and other federal agencies to assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.