Articles from Port Houston

Harris County Commissioners Court and the Houston City Council met in a joint session Monday and unanimously reappointed Houston businessman Ric Campo as Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority of Harris County, Texas.

On Tuesday, December 10, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its final meeting of the year. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting with messages of gratitude and reflection on a successful 2024. He extended his sincere appreciation to Port Houston employees and key partners in the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), seafarers, the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Houston Pilots, and the more than 200 private terminals along the Houston Ship Channel.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Friday, Nov. 22, Ric Campo, Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority, delivered his State of the Port address to the Greater Houston Partnership. He noted that the Houston Ship Channel had just celebrated its 110th anniversary as a deep-water port in November and that the channel is the foundation of the thriving international city Houston is today.

Port Houston is proud to announce the award of $25 million in grant funding received from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD). Port Houston’s proposal is one of eleven large Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) grant projects selected from across the nation, aimed at enhancing the safety, reliability, and resiliency of ports.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday for its annual Budget Workshop, during which it approved Port Houston’s $674 million operating budget and $396 million capital plan, to help guide staff in operating and managing facilities and activities for Fiscal Year 2025.

Port Houston is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Port Houston. This year, 75% of employees said it’s a great place to work – 18% higher than the average U.S. company.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Annual Budget Workshop on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Tuesday, October 22, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its regular monthly meeting. Chairman Ric Campo began the meeting by commending staff and industry for their efforts during and following the October 1 to 3 strike, tied to contract negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). Port Houston’s container operations recovered and returned to normal within a week, despite predictions of longer-lasting impacts reported by the national media.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Tuesday, September 24, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its regular monthly meeting. Chairman Ric Campo began the meeting by proudly announcing that work on the Houston Ship Channel Expansion – Project 11 – is progressing well. Key segments are on target to be completed by November, including the channel expansion through much of Galveston Bay, allowing larger vessels to call Bayport Container Terminal.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

Port Houston announced today that Charlie Jenkins has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer, taking the helm from long-time executive director Roger Guenther, following his retirement on August 28. Jenkins has worked at Port Houston for more than 30 years and was named incoming CEO in April 2024 after most recently serving in the critical role of Chief Channel Infrastructure Officer.

On Thursday, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority held a special public meeting to discuss the proposed Houston Ship Channel Expansion - Project 11 user fee ordinance and receive public comment. Port Houston is implementing a user fee based on federal law to pay for the local share of costs for Project 11. The purpose of the meeting was to provide further updates and clarifications on the user fee ordinance and receive public input.

On Monday, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its July regular monthly meeting. Port Commissioner Dean Corgey, presiding at the meeting, observed a moment of silence honoring the memory of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and expressed his heartfelt condolences on her passing and his appreciation of the congresswoman’s legacy.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Monday, July 22, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Tuesday, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its June monthly meeting. Port Commissioner Dean Corgey, presiding at the meeting, opened by sharing an account of the significant community outreach conducted during the year. “Through the month of May, nearly two thousand members of neighboring communities have been engaged through multiple forums, including community events, workshops, and meetings,” he shared.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Tuesday, following its regular monthly meeting, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority conducted a Special Public meeting to provide an important public update on the proposed user fee to help finance the ongoing Houston Ship Channel Expansion – Project 11.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. Following the Regular Monthly Meeting, a Special Public Meeting is expected to start at 10:30 a.m. Both meetings will be held in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

In a release issued on Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration announced that Texas was awarded a $26.9 million grant for the Port Houston new clean truck program to help reduce air emissions. Port Houston’s CLEANSTACS Program (Catalyzing Lower Emissions with Alliances and New Systems in Trucking and Community Sustainability) was one of fewer than 20 projects selected nationwide.

On Tuesday, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its monthly meeting. Chairman Ric Campo opened with news that the Houston Ship Channel continues to hold the "top spot" among the nation's waterways: that rating was confirmed last week when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released the U.S. Coastal and Inland Navigation System 2022 Transportation Facts & Information Report, incorporating the latest data on tonnage and waterway rankings.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, March 26, for its regular monthly meeting. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by expressing his condolences to those affected by the tragic bridge accident at the Port of Baltimore, adding that assistance would be forthcoming if needed. Later, Port Houston issued a statement reflecting the same sentiment.

On Friday, March 22, 2024, Houston Mayor John Whitmire administered the oath of office to Thomas Jones, Jr., to serve a two-year term as a Port Commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority. Commissioner Jones will attend his first Port Commission meeting in this capacity on Tuesday, March 26.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Commission Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Thursday, February 29, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its monthly meeting. Chairman Ric Campo began by expressing his gratitude for Commissioner Cheryl Creuzot’s exceptional contributions to the commission and outstanding four years of service. Creuzot was participating in her final capacity as a member of the Port Commission, following her decision not to pursue a third term.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority recognized Commissioner Cheryl Creuzot for her work on the commission at its monthly meeting on February 29. Chairman Ric Campo and members of the Port Commission expressed their gratitude for her four years of dedication, invaluable contributions, and service.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Commission Monthly Meeting on Thursday, February 29, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

Last week, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its first regular meeting of the year. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by commending the Port Houston team for its leadership and doing a great job over the year.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its first Regular Commission Monthly Meeting of the year on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

Port Houston has announced the start of the application period for its Community Grants Program (CGP), beginning February 1. Eligible not-for-profit organizations may submit their Letters of Interest (LOI) to Port Houston starting February 1. Applicants meeting the 2024 CGP’s guidelines and priorities will be invited to complete the full grant application following the close of the LOI period, which ends March 1.

On Tuesday, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met at its last regular monthly meeting of the year. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by highlighting the recent Port Houston visit of Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo. Port Houston marked the occasion by joining with Belgium, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, the Center for Houston’s Future, WaterstofNet, Exmar, and the Blue Sky Maritime Coalition to sign a Memorandum of Understanding focused on energy transition cooperation efforts.

Last week, the Port Houston Partners in Maritime Education (PHPME) Executive Advisory Council held a day-long workshop and reviewed the program's annual performance measures and initiatives. The session culminated with the group's recommendations providing ways to target more communities, improve industry engagement, partner with like-minded organizations, and better market the program to prepare future students to enter the maritime workforce.

Today, H.E. Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Energy Transition Cooperation between three Belgian and three Houston-based partners to boost transatlantic cooperation on the green transition. The Center for Houston's Future, Waterstofnet, Port Houston, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Exmar, and the Blue Sky Maritime Coalition agreed to explore a win-win partnership around an import-export coalition for renewable and low-carbon molecules, a green shipping corridor and the exchange of best practices, knowledge and research.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Regular Commission Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

It’s time for Port Houston’s annual Posada Free Community Resource Fair! For a second straight year, Port Houston will host this seasonal Posada to connect local communities to more than 35 incredible non-profit organizations focused on healthcare, community services, job, and workforce development resources.

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.

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.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Budget Workshop on Monday, November 13, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Tuesday, September 26, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority convened its regular monthly meeting after an August break. During his opening comments, Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo applauded Commissioner Roy Mease, who is stepping down at month end as Port Commissioner representing the City of Pasadena, Texas.

On Tuesday, September 19, the City Council of Pasadena, Texas appointed Mr. Alan A. Robb as Port Commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority to serve on behalf of the city beginning October 1, 2023. Current commissioner Roy D. Mease will be stepping down at month end.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

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.

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.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27. During the meeting, Executive Director Roger Guenther delivered his monthly staff report to the commission, saying in part, "Cargo demand remains in line with the Port's 2023 forecast with a small 2% decrease in overall container volume. An increase in export loads for the year have balanced the anticipated slight decline in import containers.”

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

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.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

Port Houston jumped from No. 7 to No. 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.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Monday, March 20. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting regarding the continued progress of the Houston Ship Channel expansion and deepening program, Project 11. The project is still on time and on budget. However, he acknowledged the anticipation of $180 million in government funding still needed for the final leg of construction expected for completion in 2025.

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.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Monday, March 20, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, February 21. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting with the news that dredging of Segment 1A of Project 11, the Houston Ship Channel expansion and deepening program, was completed on February 1.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its first regular meeting of the year on Thursday, January 26. Port Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by praising employees, partners, and stakeholders for achieving the highest general cargo volume in the history of Port Houston – 55 million tons in 2022 – marking tremendous growth for the eight public terminals serving the region.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its first Regular Meeting of the year on Thursday, January 26, 2023, beginning at 11:00 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

Harris County Commissioners Court and the Houston City Council met in a joint session Monday and unanimously reappointed Houston businessman Ric Campo to serve as Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority of Harris County, Texas. He was first appointed to the position in January 2019.

Harris County Commissioners Court and City Council of the City of Houston will meet on January 9 at 10:30 AM in joint session to appoint the Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority of Harris County, Texas and Chairman of the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, December 6, for its last regular meeting of the year. Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by expressing his appreciation to all involved for Port Houston’s “amazing year.”

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its last Regular Meeting this year on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Friday, November 18, and conducted its annual Budget Workshop. It approved the proposed 2023 operating budget and capital plan, which will guide staff in the operation and management of Port Houston facilities and activities for the Fiscal Year 2023.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its Budget Workshop and Meeting on Friday, November 18, 2022, beginning at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Houston Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Thursday, October 27, for its regular monthly meeting.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, October 27, 2022. It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting starting at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership and legal counsel, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Authority Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

On Tuesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott met at Port Houston offices with Chairman Ric Campo, Executive Director Roger Guenther, and Houston Ship Channel leaders representing energy and petrochemical industries. During a roundtable discussion, Governor Abbott received an update on Port Houston, on Project 11 – the $1 billion widening of the Houston Ship Channel – and other matters of concern.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting starting at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership and legal counsel, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Authority Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo was honored as the 2022 Maritime Leader of the Year by the Greater Houston Port Bureau (GHPB) at its annual black-tie dinner held Saturday in Houston. The Port Bureau Board of Directors selected Campo as the 2022 honoree for his "steadfast commitment to improving the greater Houston port region."

Port Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther provided a mid-year cargo report to the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority during its regular monthly meeting on August 2. “We’re at the halfway point of 2022, and Port Houston business is strong across the board,” he said. “Total tonnage across all the public facilities is up 24% year-to-date.”

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting starting at 9:15 a.m. A quorum of the Port Commission, along with executive leadership and legal counsel, will be present in the boardroom of the Port Authority Executive Office Building, located at 111 East Loop North, Houston, TX 77029.

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met Tuesday in its regular monthly meeting and received news of continued record-breaking activity across the public terminals. In his staff report, Executive Director Roger Guenther said business remains strong for the container and general cargo terminals, with 21.6 million tons handled through May.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced the appointment of Port Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther to the Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee (MTSNAC). The MTSNAC will advise Secretary Buttigieg, through the Maritime Administration (MARAD) Administrator, on ways to identify and address matters relating to U.S. maritime transportation, its integration with other segments of the transportation system, impediments to the effective use of short sea transportation, and the viability of the U.S. Merchant Marine.