Port Houston welcomed a group of Gabonese officials and a representative of Houston-based energy company, VAALCO Energy Group, for a discussion on the port’s infrastructure, growth and investments April 17. Notably in attendance was the deputy director of the Prime Minister of Gabon’s Cabinet.
Chief Legal Officer Erik Eriksson and Chief Information Technology Officer Charles Thompson provided welcome remarks; and Senior Trade Development Manager Will Whitehouse delivered a commercial presentation.
Group discussion covered maritime trade and development along the Houston Ship Channel including energy, containers and project cargoes. Port Houston staff also provided the guests with information on port’s background and history, public facilities and the Houston Ship Channel’s economic impact.
The delegation’s purpose for visiting Port Houston was to discuss trade, investment and development opportunities.
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Topics:
maritime,
ports,
Houston,
shipping,
Texas,
delegation,
government relations
The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority approved the purchase of Motorola equipment at its March public meeting, including radios, batteries, chargers and related hardware under the Houston-Galveston Area Council’s cooperative purchase program.
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Topics:
ports,
Houston,
security,
Texas,
technology,
commercial
Chief Commercial Officer John Moseley presents to AAPA group.
Port Houston welcomed nearly 30 industry professionals at the American Association of Port Authorities Business Development Workshop April 3.
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Topics:
maritime,
ports,
Houston,
shipping,
business development
Port Houston is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all employees, the community and visitors alike.
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Port Houston strives to be an active steward in the community.
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Topics:
maritime,
ports,
community,
stewardship,
environment,
outreach
Port Houston Commission Chairman Ric Campo recognized the efforts of those responding to the ITC tank fire on the Houston Ship Channel that impacted the channel and surrounding neighboring communities.
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Topics:
safety,
ports,
Houston,
emergency management,
Texas,
fire
Dean E. Corgey has been reappointed to the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority in February by the Houston City Council. He serves on the port’s Pension and Benefits Committee.
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Topics:
maritime,
ports,
Houston,
leadership,
Port Commission,
shipping
