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America's Premier Ship Recycling Port
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – June 6, 2022 – When it comes to the ship recycling industry, the Port of Brownsville is among the most trusted in the nation. Home to three
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'Great days': USS Kitty Hawk Veterans Bid Final Farewell
BY STEVE CLARK / The Brownsville Herald Article published Wednesday, June 1, 2022   To bring a supercarrier like the former USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) in through the jetties of the Brazos Santiago
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Port of Brownsville Honors High School Graduates with $1,000 Scholarships
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May ­­­­23, 2022 – The Brownsville Navigation District (BND) proudly announces the recipients of the 2022 Port of Brownsville Scholarship, aimed at making a difference in the lives of local
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Esteban Guerra Named BND Commission Chairman
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – May 20, 2022 – Brownsville Navigation District (BND) Commissioner Esteban Guerra was unanimously appointed to serve as chairman of the BND Board of Commissioners during the board’s
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Growing to New Depths
Editor’s Note: This article is featured in the latest edition of the Port of Brownsville Directory. Click HERE to view directory or to request a copy. Arguably, the most valuable asset
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Keppel AmFELS Designated Texas Enterprise Zone
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism (EDT) on Mar. 21,  announced the approval of a Texas Enterprise Zone project designation for an application submitted on behalf of Keppel
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ISL Completes First EU Ship Recycling Project in the U.S.
Recycler EMR Group announced on April 25 the completion of the first European Union ship recycled in the United States by International Shipbreaking Ltd (ISL). The project follows a $30 million
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Governor Abbott highlights Port of Brownsville as a key component of Texas' booming energy industry
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – April, 5, 2022 – Texas Governor Greg Abbott highlighted the Port of Brownsville as a key component of Texas' booming energy industry and as a critical asset to
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Commemorating Western Hemisphere Ports Day
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – April, 5, 2022 – Remaining open for business throughout a tumultuous time brought by a global pandemic and challenging world markets, the Port of Brownsville embodies the 7th Annual
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Port Channel Project Scores Major Funding
By Steve Clark/ The Brownsville Herald The Port of Brownsville will receive $68 million through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers toward deepening the Brownsville Ship Channel in order for the
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2022 State of the Port Address: Continued Progress at the Port of Brownsville Provides Positive Outlook for the RGV Economy
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – March 24, 2022 —The Port of Brownsville remains a stronghold for the Rio Grande Valley’s economy providing record-setting tonnage and robust operating revenues for FY 2021. Brownsville Navigation
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Paving the Path for Commerce: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Opens South Port Connector Road
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – March 4, 2022 — The Port of Brownsville held a ribbon cutting ceremony today for the Rio Grande Valley’s latest commerce route, the 1.9 mile-long South Port
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Diversified Success

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Port of Brownsville Update on KURV's Radio Show
On Tuesday, January 25, Port Director and CEO Eduardo A. Campirano was a featured guest on KURV’s radio show “The Valley’s Morning News” with Sergio Sanchez and Tim Sullivan. Campirano
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Port of Brownsville Recognizes Schaefer Stevedoring with 2021 Chairman's Award
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — December 14, 2021 — The Port of Brownsville presented Schaefer Stevedoring with its 2021 Chairman’s Award in honor of the company’s achievements throughout its 30
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