May 2026 Meeting: Port Houston Highlights Houston Ship Channel Growth and Infrastructure Investments
On Thursday, May 21, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met for its regular monthly meeting, highlighting continued progress along the Houston Ship Channel and advancing key initiatives supporting infrastructure, operations, and long-term growth.
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Port Commission Chairman Ric Campo opened the meeting by recognizing growth in the local maritime workforce, noting there were 100 maritime graduates this year across five local high schools representing several independent school districts. In recognition of National Maritime Day on May 22, Chairman Campo also recognized the role of the marine transportation system in global commerce and thanked the seafarers and maritime workforce who help keep the Houston Ship Channel moving.
Chairman Campo and Port Houston CEO Charlie Jenkins both emphasized the port’s role as the major advocate for the entire port region, recapping several meetings port leadership and other industry leaders recently held with elected officials.
