Port Houston Secures $25 Million Federal Grant
Summary
Port Houston is proud to announce the award of $25 million in grant funding received from the U.S. Department of Transportations Maritime Administration (MARAD). View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241115430829/en/The Port Houston general cargo facility, the Turning Basin. Additionally, the increased capacity would give 1,329 more farms access to global markets and enhance global food security.These infrastructure updates are also expected to result in a significant reduction in emissions and improved safety for the area, largely through eliminating the use of heavy-duty trucks, currently needed to transfer outbound product to ship berth. This community-led drainage project is the first step in updated measures to more efficiently direct stormwater away from homes and public areas, promoting community health and safety by minimizing stagnant water and contributing to a more resilient, sustainable, and pleasant living and working environment.These planned improvements will be carried out in part with the cooperation of elevator lessee Hansen Metro Elevation, affiliated with Hansen-Mueller Co., a long-time Port Houston user and collaborative participant in this application, and Nautilus International Holding Corporation.We are grateful to the Port Houston team for their focus and efforts in securing this vital funding. We also extend our appreciation to our elected officials, industry partners, and community groups for their support and collaboration, said Jenkins.For more than 100 years, Port Houston has owned and operated the public wharves and terminals along the Houston Ship Channel, including the areas largest breakbulk facility and two of the most efficient container terminals in the country.