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Port Houston Highlights 2023 Achievements

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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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.

Significant Grants From TxDOT Strengthens Port Houston Infrastructure Development

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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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.

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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.

Port Houston Business Garners Great Interest

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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On Tuesday, September 26, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority convened its regular monthly meeting after an August break.

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  • 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.
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    Congressman Wesley Hunt attends the Port Houston Commission meeting to personally express sincere appreciation for Port Houston and the Houston Ship Channel.
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    Chairman Campo commended Commissioner Mease’s years of service and dedication to Port Houston, and added that the Pasadena City Council had appointed International Longshoremen Association Union leader Alan A. Robb to succeed Commissioner Mease, effective October 1.

Exports at Port Houston Remain Strong While Imports Soften

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Friday, March 31, 2023
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The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Monday, March 20.

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  • 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.
  • Guenther and the leadership team also shared Port Houston is looking forward to continuing cooperative engagement with EDF.
  • Jenkins will lead the development and maintenance of the Houston Ship Channel and oversee the development and implementation of the Port Houston Strategic Asset Management Program.

Ric Campo Reappointed Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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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.

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  • 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.
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    Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo addressing the joint session of the Harris County Commissioners Court and the Houston City Council following his unanimous reappointment to serve as Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority.
  • Ric Campo has been an outstanding Port Houston Chairman for the past several years.
  • The joint meeting of the two governing bodies to appoint the chairs of the Port Commission and the Pilot Board is their only regular occurrence together.

TX Governor Abbott Visits Nation’s Busiest Port

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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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.

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  • 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.
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    On Tuesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott (center) at Port Houston offices in a roundtable discussion with Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo (blue sport coat), Executive Director Roger Guenther (on the right of Gov.
  • A press conference was held following the meeting, at which Governor Abbott remarked that he was amazed to learn this port is growing faster in container volume than any of the other major U.S. ports.

Ric Campo Maritime Leader of the Year

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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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.

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  • 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.
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    Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo received the 2022 Maritime Leader of the Year by the Greater Houston Port Bureau at a black-tie event with more than 700 people representing the maritime industry, elected officials, and community leaders in attendance held Saturday in Houston.
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    "Over 700 maritime and community guests attended the Greater Houston Port Bureau's dinner to honor Ric Campo as the 2022 Maritime Leader of the Year," said CAPT Bill Diehl, president of the Greater Houston Port Bureau.
  • "I congratulate Ric on receiving the Maritime Leader of the Year award.

Houston Ship Channel Billion Dollar Expansion Starts

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Friday, June 3, 2022
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Port Houston, in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, held an event Wednesday officially kicking off the $1 billion expansion of the Houston Ship Channel.

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  • Port Houston, in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, held an event Wednesday officially kicking off the $1 billion expansion of the Houston Ship Channel.
  • Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works) Michael Connor addressed the group, Army Civil Works is proud to partner with the Port of Houston to invest funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to advance the expansion of the Houston Ship Channel, he said.
  • A safe and efficient channel is the best way we can position Houston to provide a prosperous opportunity for the next generation.
  • More details on the Houston Ship Channel Expansion Program can be found here:

A Big Day for Port Houston, A Big Day for the Region

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met today in a special meeting to consider the first dredge contract for Project 11, the Houston Ship Channel billion-dollar expansion and deepening program.

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  • The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met today in a special meeting to consider the first dredge contract for Project 11, the Houston Ship Channel billion-dollar expansion and deepening program.
  • Port Houston negotiated multiple options and selected the approach with the most reduction in overall NOx emissions, using more efficient equipment and providing for retrofitting emission-reduction technology.
  • Its a big day for Port Houston and a big day for the region, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo emphasized after the vote.
  • Port Houston is the advocate and a strategic leader for the Channel.

Port Houston: 2021 State of the Port

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Friday, October 8, 2021
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On Thursday, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo delivered the 2021 State of the Port address to a sold-out audience, which observed COVID-19 protocols at the Greater Houston Partnership's first in-person event since the start of the pandemic.

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  • On Thursday, Port Houston Chairman Ric Campo delivered the 2021 State of the Port address to a sold-out audience, which observed COVID-19 protocols at the Greater Houston Partnership's first in-person event since the start of the pandemic.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211008005586/en/
    Chairman Campo delivers the 2021 State of the Port Address.
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    "The state of the Port is amazing," Chairman Campo declared.
  • The Chairman also spotlighted Port Houston's 100% renewable asset-backed electricity program, the first such program by a seaport in the United States.