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An Incredible Show of Partnership for Port Houston

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, March 26, for its regular monthly meeting.

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The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, March 26, for its regular monthly meeting.
Later, Port Houston issued a statement reflecting the same sentiment.
He highlighted an incredible show of partnership among Congressmembers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Port Houston to get this work done, resulting in positive economic impacts for the region.
Port Houston’s partners at the Army Corps were also commended for keeping Project 11 and the dredging of the Houston Ship Channel moving forward.

Port Houston Highlights 2023 Achievements

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Last week, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its first regular meeting of the year.

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Last week, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its first regular meeting of the year.
In his report to the Port Commission, Executive Director Roger Guenther highlighted the many achievements of 2023.
In 2023, Minority and Woman-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) participated in 16% or $65.95 million in Port Houston awards, representing 8% growth over 2022.
Finally, Guenther announced that Port Houston was recognized by Gallagher as a “2023 Best-in-Class Employer,” and for the forty-ninth year in a row, the Government Finance Officers Association had awarded Port Houston its Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, for its 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

Port Houston Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Approved

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Friday, November 17, 2023

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Monday, November 13 to conduct its annual Budget Workshop, approving Port Houston’s latest $745 million capital plan and $428 million operating budget, to guide staff in operating and managing facilities and activities for Fiscal Year 2024.

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The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Monday, November 13 to conduct its annual Budget Workshop, approving Port Houston’s latest $745 million capital plan and $428 million operating budget, to guide staff in operating and managing facilities and activities for Fiscal Year 2024.
Capital awards of nearly $613 million are anticipated next year that are associated with Port Houston operations; the Houston Ship Channel Expansion - Project 11 awards are estimated at $132 million.
In other matters, the Port Commission also approved Tariff rate changes in 2024 to align with escalating costs and expenses and to keep Port Houston terminals competitive.
More information regarding Port Houston business, community outreach, and sustainability efforts can be found at https://porthouston.com/ .

Significant Grants From TxDOT Strengthens Port Houston Infrastructure Development

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo announced during the October 24th meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority that Port Houston received nearly $36 million from the Texas Department of Transportation, almost 20% of the $200 million granted to Texas Ports.

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Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo announced during the October 24th meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority that Port Houston received nearly $36 million from the Texas Department of Transportation, almost 20% of the $200 million granted to Texas Ports.
The funds were awarded through the State Maritime Infrastructure Grant Program, the first in Texas history for port maritime and infrastructure development.
Chairman Campo and Port Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther highlighted the completion of Wharf 6 at the Bayport Container Terminal.
During this meeting, the Port Commission authorized more than $100 million in awards supporting the continued growth and development of the port.

The State of Port Houston Is Awesome

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Monday, September 11, 2023

On Wednesday, Sept. 6, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo delivered the State of the Port address to the Greater Houston Partnership and guests, and declared the "State of Port Houston is awesome, and its future is in good hands," as he addressed a sold-out audience of business, industry, community leaders, and elected officials at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Houston.

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On Wednesday, Sept. 6, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo delivered the State of the Port address to the Greater Houston Partnership and guests, and declared the "State of Port Houston is awesome, and its future is in good hands," as he addressed a sold-out audience of business, industry, community leaders, and elected officials at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Houston.
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Chairman of the Port of Houston Authority Commission Ric Campo delivers the 2023 State of the Port Address to the Greater Houston Partnership sold-out audience of business, industry, community leaders, and elected officials.
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He emphasized that Port Houston cargo volumes remain steady, waterside and landside infrastructure investments remain steadfast, industry and labor partnerships are good, and Port Houston's commitment to the community and sustainability stands untethered, during his remarks at the annual event.
Chairman Campo also shared the stage with three Port Houston employees he recognized as future leaders of Port Houston, whose careers have "long runways" ahead of them.

Transportation Secretary and Officials Cut Ribbon at Port Houston's Bayport Terminal Expansion Project

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

On Friday, August 4, Port Houston reached another historic milestone when it celebrated the completion of Wharf 6 of its Bayport Container Terminal Expansion Project.

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On Friday, August 4, Port Houston reached another historic milestone when it celebrated the completion of Wharf 6 of its Bayport Container Terminal Expansion Project.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Maritime Administrator Admiral Ann Philips were among many federal, state, and local officials, partners, stakeholders, and customers on hand to celebrate the Bayport Container Terminal Expansion project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg (center) cuts a ceremonial ribbon marking the completion of Port Houston's Wharf 6 of its Bayport Container Terminal Expansion Project.
From left: Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia, MARAD Administrator Ann Philips, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, Port Houston Exec.

Cargo Demands Hold Steady at Port Houston

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27.

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The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27.
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Port Houston 2023 Community Grants Program recipients represent a significant investment in our local communities.
Guenther emphasized that Port Houston would work with its neighbors and Federal partners to continue to be responsive and would also explore future site uses.
During the meeting, Port Commissioner Clyde Fitzgerald also recognized the recent passing of former Port Commissioner Howard J. Middleton, Jr., who served Port Houston in that role for nearly two decades, from 1978-1996.

Port Houston Releases Houston Ship Channel Economic Impact Study

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

During the regular meeting of Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority on Tuesday, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo announced the results of the latest study of the economic impact of the Houston Ship Channel and Port Houston.

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During the regular meeting of Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority on Tuesday, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo announced the results of the latest study of the economic impact of the Houston Ship Channel and Port Houston.
Results from the John Martin Associates study showed that in 2022, the Houston Ship Channel generated $906 billion of economic value to the U.S., representing a 13% increase since 2018, when the study was last conducted.
Marine cargo activity at the Houston Ship Channel terminals generated $439 billion of economic value for the state of Texas.
In 2022, the Houston Ship Channel and its terminals also supported 3.4 million jobs across the nation, including 1.5 million Texas jobs.

Port Houston Ranked No. 5 U.S. Container Port

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Monday, May 8, 2023

5 in the ranking of top U.S. container ports in terms of TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) handled in 2022, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo announced at the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority regular meeting held on May 2.

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5 in the ranking of top U.S. container ports in terms of TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) handled in 2022, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo announced at the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority regular meeting held on May 2.
According to the Journal of Commerce, Port Houston ranked No.
Growth continued across all trade lanes for Port Houston.
“The results of cargo activities have continued to remain solid through Port Houston facilities during the first quarter this year,” Guenther reported.

Port Houston Expands Resin Packaging Footprint

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

Packwell broke ground on a new 725,000-square-foot state-of-the-art resin packaging facility at Port Houston’s Bayport Industrial Complex, which is expected to anchor 20,000 export containers annually when it becomes operational in early 2024.

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Packwell broke ground on a new 725,000-square-foot state-of-the-art resin packaging facility at Port Houston’s Bayport Industrial Complex, which is expected to anchor 20,000 export containers annually when it becomes operational in early 2024.
Packwell is committed to working with Port Houston to grow the export of plastic resin,” said Al Duran, President of Packwell.
PACKWELL’s new facility will support, among other well-known resin exporters, Bayport Polymers LLC (Baystar) and Novealis Holdings LLC, which have expanded their polyethylene resin production plant in the area.
“Port Houston is the nation’s number one port for resin exports, handling 59% of all resins exported from the United States in 2022, and we are excited to welcome this new facility near our Bayport Container Terminal,” said Roger Guenther, Executive Director at Port Houston.