Port Houston

Port Houston Project 11 Reaches New Milestone

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

On Thursday, February 29, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its monthly meeting.

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  • On Thursday, February 29, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its monthly meeting.
  • During the meeting, Chairman Campo highlighted a $136 million contract award on the Port Commission’s agenda for segment 1C of the Houston Ship Channel Expansion - Project 11.
  • The remaining Project 11 segments will be carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
  • In other developments, earlier this year, 30-year Port Houston veteran Jeff Davis recently announced his retirement as Chief Port Operations Officer.

Port Houston Regular Commission Meeting

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Saturday, December 9, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.
  • The agenda and instructions for accessing Port Houston public meetings are available at https://www.porthouston.com/about/public-meetings/agendas-minutes/ .
  • Port Commission Regular Meeting at 9:15 a.m.
  • Audit Committee Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
    Business Equity Committee Meeting at 11:00 a.m.
    Pension and Benefits Committee Meeting at 12:00 p.m.
    Erik Eriksson at [email protected] or Liana Christian at [email protected].

Belgian, Port Houston and Partners Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Energy Transition Cooperation

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Sunday, December 10, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231209154654/en/
    Following the MOU signing at the Greater Houston Partnership, the dignitaries and officials met at Port Houston.
  • From left to right: Port Houston Chief Infrastructure Officer and Blue Sky Boardmember Rich Byrnes; Ambassador, Consul General of Belgium in New York Filip Vanden Bulcke; International Development Manager, Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Wim Dillen; Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo; Port Houston Chief Government and Public Relations Officer Kerrick Henny; Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo (center front); Port Houston Commissioner Dean Corgey; U.S.
  • "Our history of collaboration between Port Houston and Port of Antwerp-Brugge, and between Texas and Belgium, is a century in the making.

Port Houston Second Annual Posada

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

It’s time for Port Houston’s annual Posada Free Community Resource Fair!

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  • 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.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231129503748/en/
    Port Houston Inaugural Posada Festival in 2022.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    This year’s 2nd Annual Posada Community Resource Fair takes place in Galena Park at the Alvin D. Baggett Community Center on Saturday, December 9, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. More than 1,000 families are expected to attend this free event.

Lineage Celebrates Grand Opening of Houston ColdPort Facility

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Lineage (the “Company”), one of the leading temperature-controlled industrial REIT and integrated solutions providers worldwide, today celebrated the grand opening of its newest facility in Houston, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • Lineage (the “Company”), one of the leading temperature-controlled industrial REIT and integrated solutions providers worldwide, today celebrated the grand opening of its newest facility in Houston, Texas.
  • Houston ColdPort is strategically located near the Jacintoport Terminal at Port Houston, a leader for the Houston Ship Channel and an integral component of Houston’s international trade activity.
  • Leaders from Lineage, Boomerang Interests, ARCO Design/Build and the Houston Port Authority gathered this morning to celebrate the grand opening of the facility during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
  • I also want to extend a special thank you to Boomerang Interests and Lineage for allowing us to be part of this incredible project.”
    The Houston ColdPort facility began operating in October 2023.

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.

Port Houston Commission Budget Workshop

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.
  • It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting open to the public to attend in person or access virtually via WebEx webinar.
  • The agenda and instructions for accessing Port Houston public meetings are available at https://www.porthouston.com/about/public-meetings/agendas-minutes/ .
  • Tuesday, December 12 at 9:00 a.m.
    Sign-up for public comment is available up to an hour before the meeting by contacting Erik Eriksson at [email protected] or Liana Christian at [email protected].

Port Houston Commission Regular Meeting

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Friday, October 20, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.
  • It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting open to the public to attend in person or access virtually via WebEx webinar.
  • The agenda and instructions for accessing Port Houston public meetings are available at https://www.porthouston.com/about/public-meetings/agendas-minutes/ .
  • The Port Commission Audit Committee will also meet on the same day at 10:00 a.m., or thereafter, immediately following the adjournment of the Port Commission meeting.

Port Houston Commission Regular Meeting

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Friday, September 22, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.
  • It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting open to the public to attend in person or access virtually via WebEx webinar.
  • The agenda and instructions for accessing Port Houston public meetings are available at https://www.porthouston.com/about/public-meetings/agendas-minutes/ .
  • The Port Commission Community Advisory Council (PCCAC) will also meet the same day at 10:00 a.m., or thereafter, immediately following the adjournment of the Port Commission meeting.

Port Houston Commission Regular Meeting

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Friday, July 21, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.
  • It will be conducted as a hybrid meeting open to the public to attend in person or accessed virtually via WebEx webinar.
  • The agenda and instructions for accessing Port Houston public meetings are available at https://www.porthouston.com/about/public-meetings/agendas-minutes/ .
  • Tuesday, September 26 at 9:15 a.m.
    Sign-up for public comment is available up to an hour before the meeting by contacting Erik Eriksson at [email protected] or Liana Christian at [email protected].