Media Relations

As a public entity, the Port of Brownsville, its tenants, users, activities and economic impacts are often of interest to the general public and the maritime industry. It is the intent and responsibility of the port’s communications staff to provide timely, orderly and factual information to the news media. In an effort to expedite responses from inquiries by the news media, contact the following authorized port spokespersons:

Jorge I. Montero, Director of Communications
jmontero@portofbrownsville.com
Office: 956.838.7006
Mobile: 956.525.2067

To submit a public information request, please email: pir@portofbrownsville.com.

For assistance, you may contact:

Margie Recio
Director of Administrative Services
Phone: 956.838.7021

Recent News

Category: News, Press Releases
Puerto de Brownsville recibe alto honor por su liderazgo en exportaciones a México

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, 26 de junio de 2025 – El Puerto de Brownsville recibió el 19º Premio al Mérito Exportador “Rodolfo Garza” otorgado por COMCE Noreste …

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Port of Brownsville Honored with COMCE’s 19th Annual Rodolfo Garza Export Merit Award

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, June 26, 2025 – The Port of Brownsville has received the 19th annual Rodolfo Garza Export Merit Award from COMCE Noreste, recognizing the port …

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Port of Brownsville Honors High School Graduates

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, June 6, 2025 – The Brownsville Navigation District (BND) has awarded 34 graduating high school seniors the 2025 Port of Brownsville Scholarship, recognizing academic …

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Port of Brownsville Anchors Regional Economy with Billions in Private Investments

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 29, 2025 – Brownsville Navigation District (BND) Chairman Esteban Guerra announced a record-breaking year for the Port of Brownsville, reporting more than …

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89 Years Strong: Port of Brownsville Rises to No. 41 in U.S. Port Rankings

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 16, 2025 – On its 89th anniversary, the Port of Brownsville is proud to announce its vault to 41st position in the ranking …

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Port of Brownsville Thrives: Key Updates Driving Economic Growth

Westa Inc. Advances Development at the Business Park

Food manufacturer Westa Inc., the first tenant of the Port of Brownsville’s 118-acre business park …

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Port of Brownsville Public Notice For Excessive Water Flows From the Turning Basin and Northside Treatment Plants

Due to severe rainfall that affected our area between March 27-29, 2025, the Northside and Turning Basin wastewater treatment plants located at the Port …

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BRG Celebrates 40 Years of Service

OmniTRAX, the rail and real estate affiliate of The Broe Group, commemorated the 40th anniversary of its Texas rail affiliate, Brownsville and Rio Grande International …

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Honoring a Legacy: USS John F. Kennedy Makes Final Voyage to Port of Brownsville

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, February 10, 2025 – – Clear skies and fair weather welcomed spectators gathered along the shores of South Padre Island’s Isla Blanca Park on …

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Port of Brownsville Lauded as Hub for International Trade by Ternium

Set to announce significant investment and job creation for the Rio Grande Valley
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, January 28, 2025 – The Port of Brownsville continues solidifying its …

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A Crucial Gateway for U.S.-Mexico Trade and Nearshoring

The Port of Brownsville serves as a vital multimodal logistics hub for cross-border trade, leveraging its strategic location as the only deepwater seaport on …

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Texas Ports Association Releases New Economic Impact Study

Texas Ports contribute more than $713.9 billion in economic activity for the State accounting for 28% of Texas’ gross domestic product (GDP), further advancing …

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Economic Engine: Port of Brownsville's Impact Hits Record $12 Billion

 

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — December 16, 2024 — The Port of Brownsville continues to demonstrate its vital role as a leading economic engine for Texas and the …

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Texan Cement Honored with 2024 Chairman’s Award by the Port of Brownsville

 

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — December 11, 2024 — The Port of Brownsville proudly announces Texan Cement as the recipient of the prestigious 2024 Chairman’s Award. Brownsville …

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Growing to New Depths: Port of Brownsville Strengthens Global Trade in South Texas with Channel Deepening Groundbreaking Ceremony

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — December 6, 2024 — Signaling a major turning point in the Port of Brownsville’s 88-year history, the Brownsville Navigation District (BND) and …

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