Port Houston partnered with TransPORTS, the U.S. Department of Labor, and San Jacinto College in 2018 to revive its Apprenticeship Program. The program was expanded this year to partner with local high school STEM and maritime programs to further develop community engagement. […]
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Programs, Projects and Prosperity Highlighted at Port Houston Environmental Affairs Workshop
Port Houston strives to be an environmental leader in the community, and staff engaged with numerous small businesses during a Small Business Industry-Specific Workshop on Environmental Affairs held recently. […]
Port Houston Honored by HGAC for Bayport Berm Project
Port Houston’s Bayport Berm Project was awarded for “Robust Community Involvement” at the Houston-Galveston Area Council’s (HGAC) Water Innovation Strategies of Excellence Awards. […]
Port Hosts JOC Gulf Shipping Conference
Hundreds of maritime professionals attended the fourth annual JOC Gulf Shipping Conference held at the Marriott Marquis Hotel downtown May 20-22. […]
Port Houston Exhibits Major Growth in Resin Exports
Citing continued increases in tonnage, including resin exports, Port Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther provided a report of solid operating results to the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority at its May monthly meeting. […]
Port Houston’s Maritime Education Program Prepares Students for Maritime Careers
Port Houston’s maritime education program has gained momentum in recent years, providing professional opportunities for students in local school districts. […]
New Port Economic Impact Study Results Released
Thousands of new jobs were created in and around the Port of Houston in 2018, as Texas’ most prolific economic engine has been continuing to create positive economic impact for the region, state and nation. […]
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Tours Bayport Container Terminal via Fireboat
U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, who presides over Texas’ 7th Congressional District, toured Port Houston April 23 with her staff, where they received a briefing on the Houston Ship Channel and the national economic importance of making waterway improvements. […]
Advancing Small Business Through Port University Program
Port Houston continued its popular Port University course for small businesses April 10 with presentations from various departments about how to do business with the port. […]
2019 Youth Maritime and Logistics Expo Puts Spotlight on Maritime Careers
Port Houston invests in maritime education to help build and support the future workforce. More than 450 students and approximately 30 exhibitors attended the 2019 Maritime and Logistics Youth Expo held at the San Jacinto College Maritime Technology and Training Center April 26. […]