Port Houston

Port Houston

Maritime Transportation

Houston, Texas 47,911 followers

To Move the World and Drive Regional Prosperity

About us

Our Story For more than 100 years, Port Houston has owned and operated the public wharves and terminals along the Houston Ship Channel, including the area’s largest breakbulk facility and two of the most efficient container terminals in the country. Port Houston is the advocate and a strategic leader for the Channel. The Houston Ship Channel complex and its more than 200 private and eight public terminals, collectively known as the Port of Houston, is the nation’s largest port for waterborne tonnage and an essential economic engine for the Houston region, the state of Texas and the U.S. The Port of Houston supports the creation of nearly 1.5 million jobs in Texas and 3.4 million jobs nationwide, and economic activity totaling $439 billion in Texas and $906 billion in economic impact across the nation.

Industry
Maritime Transportation
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Type
Government Agency
Founded
1914
Specialties
container cargo, break-bulk cargo, Ro-Ro cargo, bulk commodities, heavy lift cargo, project cargo, all-water shipping, and Foreign Trade Zone

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Employees at Port Houston

Updates

  • Port Houston is looking for a Project Manager 2 to lead critical infrastructure projects from inception to completion. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee all phases of projects, including engineering design, construction, and commissioning. • Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and procurement packages. • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and vendors across multiple disciplines. • Review and approve designs, specifications, and reports for construction documents. • Contribute to terminal development and long-term infrastructure planning. If you have a strong background in project management and a passion for building sustainable port operations, apply today: https://hubs.ly/Q030K65j0 #Project #Management #Careers

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  • Our terminals will have adjusted hours during the holiday season. Please see the schedule below: Bayport & Barbours Cut Container Terminals 2024 Holiday Schedule • Tuesday, December 24, 2024: Christmas Eve - OPEN (Reduced Gate Hours: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Ingate closes at 2:00 PM) • Wednesday, December 25, 2024: Christmas Day - CLOSED • Wednesday, January 1, 2025: New Year’s Day - CLOSED Breakbulk & General Cargo Operations 2024 Holiday Schedule Tuesday, December 24, 2024: Christmas Eve – OPEN (Please note: This information is subject to change depending on operational requirements) • Wednesday, December 25, 2024: Christmas Day - CLOSED • Wednesday, January 01, 2025: New Year’s Day - CLOSED To view the full terminal holiday schedule, click here: https://hubs.ly/Q030xNH00 #HolidayHours #Shipping #Schedule

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  • Port Houston is seeking a skilled Hydrographic Surveying Supervisor to lead and manage all hydrographic surveying activities, ensuring timely and quality support for our projects. As the primary technical liaison with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Houston Pilots, and other partners, this role plays a crucial part in maintaining compliance, efficiency, and collaboration across operations. If you’re ready to make waves in a role that drives impact apply today: https://hubs.ly/Q02_-_4H0 #Hydrographic #Surveying #Maritime #Careers

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  • 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. Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02_-_4F0

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  • Port Houston is on track to close 2024 as one of its most successful years to date, handling 3,799,573 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) through November—a 9% increase over the same period last year. November volumes alone reached 369,361 TEUs, a notable 24% increase year-over-year. This marks the biggest month of the year for Port Houston in terms of containerized cargo volume. Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02_-ZXH0 #Success #Cargo #Maritime

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  • As part of Port Houston’s Season of Giving, we partnered with Rebuilding Together Houston to help revitalize a home in Houston’s historic Second Ward. With the support of Port Houston’s Community Grant, major repairs were completed on the home’s structure, electrical, and plumbing systems. Our team added the finishing touches, including painting the exterior, landscaping, and more. Thank you to everyone who joined us in making a difference this holiday season! #PortHouston #SeasonOfGiving #CommunityImpact #RebuildingTogether

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  • Mark your calendars for HIMC25 – the Houston International Maritime Conference returns November 3-5, 2025. Join us for three days of impactful discussions and networking, exploring the latest in the maritime and supply chain industries. Stay tuned for early bird ticket sales coming soon. You won’t want to miss this event! #Global #Trade #Maritime

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