Port Houston

Holiday Notice: Bayport and Barbours Cut container terminal truck gates will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day. Regular operations resume Tuesday, May 26. View the full holiday schedule at na2.hubs.ly/H05HhZd0. Contact your representative with questions.

Hurricane season is here. At Port Houston, we’re ready with pre-staged generators and reinforced communications. At home, prep your disaster kit with food, first aid, meds, and key documents. Get more tools: noaa.gov/hurricane-prep

Port Houston handles 75% of U.S. Gulf Coast container traffic. From electronics and appliances to machinery, these imports travel thousands of miles to support businesses and households across the region.

Port Houston is the #1 U.S. resin export gateway, handling 62% of the market share. Last year, we moved 929,000+ TEUs worldwide for use in packaging and everyday products. We connect local industry to global markets. #PortHOU

During National Police Week, we recognize the Port Police and law enforcement professionals who protect our facilities. Thank you for your dedication and partnership with federal, state, and local agencies to keep Port Houston moving safely. #NationalPoliceWeek #PortHOU

Mark your calendar: The Houston International Maritime Conference returns this fall, bringing together global supply chain leaders. HIMC26 offers keynotes, panels, and networking on the latest trends in ports, shipping, and trade. Learn more: bit.ly/4wm0IuY

This week, Port Houston welcomed Congressmen Fleischmann, Cloud, and Weber to discuss the importance of the Houston Ship Channel and the need for major federal investment to support jobs and commerce. We applaud their continued commitment to funding America’s port projects.

This Earth Day, we are reminded of the importance of protecting our planet, maintaining a healthy environment and building awareness to promote sustainable solutions. Learn more about our environmental stewardship efforts and partnerships at: na2.hubs.ly/H051NYs0

The City of Houston is bringing Fleet Week to the region April 15–22, with U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, and allied ships arriving at the Houston Ship Channel for the first time. You must register to attend a tour learn more here: bit.ly/4mnFRCM

Shoutout to our Port Houston engineers who help keep projects at the Port moving! From planning and design to project completion, they support safe, reliable operations across our terminals and along the Houston Ship Channel. We appreciate everything this team does!.

What a sight! This past week we saw 5 ships docked simultaneously at Bayport Container Terminal, making great use of the recently completed Wharf 7. Thanks to this and additional investments, Bayport has added half a million TEUs to its capacity.

Port Houston CEO Charlie Jenkins reflects on a record-setting 2025 at Port Houston’s public terminals and shares what’s ahead for 2026. Watch this message highlighting investments, partnerships and priorities driving our continued growth. na2.hubs.ly/H03ZxMS0

The countdown is on. With Letters of Interest (LOIs) due February 28, our final Community Grants Workshop takes place tomorrow at 2 p.m. CST. The workshop is FREE, but registration is required to attend. Visit our website to learn more and sign up: na2.hubs.ly/H03M-p50

Our Bayport and Barbours Cut Container Terminals truck gates will operate with reduced hours on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. Gate hours: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Ingate closes: 4 p.m. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Is your organization planning to apply for Port Houston’s Community Grants Program? . Join our online Community Grants Workshop tomorrow at 10 a.m. CST. The workshop is FREE, but registration is required. Visit our website for details and next steps, bit.ly/4qkKXA1

Are you ready to take your small business to the next level? Port Houston’s 10-week Opportunity U Program is free and supports small businesses looking to grow and strengthen their operations. Applications are now open through March 5. To learn more & apply, visit our website.

Join us and the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce on February 5 for Grants 101: Funding Your Future, a free workshop to help nonprofits strengthen grant proposals. The Community Grants Program LOI opens Feb 1. Prepare to apply with expert guidance. Register: na2.hubs.ly/H03l7mS0

Have you noticed the unique look of our new home? The exterior was intentionally designed to reference shipping containers. It’s a bold architectural tribute to the global trade we help facilitate and the 1.5 million jobs that Houston’s Port supports across Texas.

Bringing a piece of our maritime journey to our new front door. This stunning mural has been beautifully repurposed and installed in our new lobby. It’s a symbol of how we carry our history forward, transforming the treasures of our past into the inspiration for our future.

Port Houston is returning to the neighborhood that saw our first ships dock over a century ago. Moving to 2960 Riverby Rd. isn't just a relocation; it’s a homecoming to our historic roots and a reconnection with the community that helped build the Port into what it is today.