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GFOA Recognizes Port of Brownsville for Excellence in Financial Reporting
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — For the sixth consecutive year, the Brownsville Navigation District has received the highest form of recognition for governmental accounting and financial reporting for its 2016 comprehensive annual
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Port of Brownsville’s infrastructure development will strengthen its position
By MANIK MEHTA/American Journal of Transportation Article published September 11, 2017   Port of Brownsville, located on the U.S.-Mexican border, is embarking on a $250 million infrastructure project that will deepen the port’s channel
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Port of Brownsville to Recognize Drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Sept. 10-16
BROWNSVILLE, Texas—The Port of Brownsville, along with the entire U.S. trucking industry, is beginning a weeklong recognition of professional truck drivers who deliver America’s freight safely and securely every day. During
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Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase
The Brownsville Navigation District of Cameron County, Texas, will hold two public hearings on a proposal to increase total tax revenue from properties on the tax roll in the preceding
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Port of Brownsville Debuts New Directory
The Port of Brownsville launched its newest marketing and communications tool, the 2017 Port of Brownsville Directory, a comprehensive annual guide featuring in-depth articles, facts and details about the port
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Maritime Security Exercise Conducted at Port of Brownsville
The United States Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi, alongside the Port of Brownsville and other federal, state and local agencies, conducted an Area Maritime Security Training and Exercise Program (AMSTEP)
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Gulf Shrimp Season Under Way
The Texas Shrimp Association kicked off this year’s Gulf shrimp season with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet on July 10, at the Port of Brownsville Fishing Harbor. The commercial
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Change of Command at USCG Station SPI
The United States Coast Guard Station South Padre Island hosted a Change of Command ceremony June 28. Lt. Cmdr. Michael Bell released command of the station to Lt. Kurtis Mees. The
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Port of Brownsville gains ally for growth
BY FRANK GARZA/The Brownsville Herald Article published June 12, 2017   BROWNSVILLE - The Port of Brownsville received welcome news after the 85th legislative session. It could potentially get assistance from a newly
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Port of Brownsville sees stability despite politics
BY GRACE LAVIGNE / American Metal Market Article published June 6, 2017   NEW YORK — The Texas port of Brownsville’s steel volumes are expected to remain stable despite anti-dumping duties and changing
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USS Independence Arrives at Port of Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE - The USS Independence completed its final voyage of 16,000 miles after arriving at the Port of Brownsville Thursday, June 1, 2017. However, the decommissioned aircraft carrier’s service is
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Keppel AmFELS to Build LNG Fueled Containerships
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Honolulu-based Pasha Hawaii selected Keppel AmFELS for the construction of two new LNG fueled containerships, with an option to order two additional vessels. Delivery of the first vessel
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Port of Brownsville Supports Local Renewable Energy Project
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – The Port of Brownsville played an important logistical role in Acciona Energy’s continued expansion in the US. The company, a global operator in renewable energies, inaugurated the San
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LEED-certified steel mill facility at Port would supply auto industry
BY STEVE CLARK/ The Brownsville Herald Article published May 3, 2017   BROWNSVILLE - The Port of Brownsville is closer than it’s ever been to finally landing a steel mill, something it’s been pursuing for
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SteelCoast completes acquisition of Esco’s former assets
BY STEVE CLARK/The Brownsville Herald Article published May 3, 2017   BROWNSVILLE - More than two years after shutting down operations, the former Esco Marine Inc. ship recycling yard will restart operations under new ownership
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