The original Chairman’s Citizen Advisory Council, which began in 2013, is being relaunched in 2020 as the Port Commission Community Advisory Council. This diverse group of 14 members, representing different communities along the Houston Ship Channel and various special interest groups, will help promote deeper engagement and understanding between local communities and Port Houston. This council will also help Port Houston provide a more open line of communication and robust dialog opportunities for our stakeholders. […]
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Port Secures New CMA CGM/Marfret MedCaribe Service
Port Houston received the maiden voyage and is the only U.S. port of call for a new direct service that global ocean carrier CMA CGM launched in July with Marfret. […]
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. […]
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. […]
Port Employees Create New Habitat at 21st Annual Marsh Mania
Port Houston team members spent April 13 volunteering at Marsh Mania, a popular environmental project, located at Virginia Point near Galveston. […]
Port Houston Welcomes Gabonese Officials for Commercial Discussion
Port Houston welcomed a group of Gabonese officials and a representative of Houston-based energy company, VAALCO Energy Group, for a discussion on the port’s infrastructure, growth and investments April 17. […]
Port Commission Approves Mobile Emergency Radio Equipment
The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority approved the purchase of Motorola equipment at its March public meeting. […]
Port Houston Firefighters Recognized for ITC Fire Response
Port Houston Commission Chairman Ric Campo recognized the efforts of those responding to the ITC tank fire on the Houston Ship Channel that impacted the channel and surrounding neighboring communities. […]