Harbormark

Harbormark is a fictional company that appears in the AMC television series *The Killing*. It is presented as a major shipping and logistics company with a significant presence in the Seattle area, where much of the show's action takes place. The company is depicted as a large, complex organization with a diverse workforce and various operational facilities.

Throughout the series, Harbormark becomes a central element in several murder investigations. The proximity of its operations to waterfront crime scenes, and the potential for its employees to be involved or witness events, makes it a frequent location for police inquiries. Characters associated with Harbormark, including executives and dockworkers, are often interviewed or scrutinized as part of the investigation.

The company's operations and internal structure are explored as the narrative unfolds, with plotlines sometimes revolving around business dealings, employee relationships, and security protocols at Harbormark facilities. The show uses Harbormark to explore themes of corporate responsibility, the impact of industry on communities, and the hidden lives of people working within large organizations. The fictional nature of Harbormark allows the writers to create a plausible setting for the series' mysteries without being tied to real-world corporate entities.