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
Commissioner John Wood Retires After Three Terms, Marking the Close of a Distinguished Era of Public Service

 

By Christina R. Garza/Port of Brownsville

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — May 21, 2026 —John Wood arrived in Brownsville in 1970 as a 23-year-old …

Category: News, Press Releases
BND Commission Appoints New Chairman

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — May 21, 2026 — The Brownsville Navigation District (BND) Board of Commissioners appointed Sergio Tito Lopez as Chairman and welcomed two new commissioners, marking …

Category: News, Press Releases
El Puerto de Brownsville celebra 90 años de liderazgo económico

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Al celebrar 90 años de progreso en 2026, el Puerto de Brownsville ha transformado una visión audaz en una potencia econ …

Category: News
Chairman Guerra Concludes Tenure Focused on Growth and Community

 

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 14, 2026 – As Chairman Esteban “Steve” Guerra prepares to conclude his service on the Brownsville Navigation District (BND) Board of Commissioners …

Category: News
NOTICE REGARDING RESULTS OF THE GENERAL ELECTION OF THE BND

 

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 12, 2026 – The Brownsville Navigation District (BND) held a general election for Commissioner Place 2 and Commissioner Place 4, on May …

Category: Galleries
U.S. Sen. Cornyn Visits Texas A&M Manufacturing Hub at Port of Brownsville

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 8, 2026 – U.S. Sen. John Cornyn visited the Texas A&M Rio Grande Valley Advanced Manufacturing Hub at the Port …

Category: Press Releases
Port of Brownsville Awards Scholarships to 32 Graduating Seniors

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 11, 2026 – The Brownsville Navigation District (BND) has awarded scholarships to 32 graduating high school seniors through the 2026 Port of Brownsville …

Category: News
BND General Election May 2, 2026 Official Results

***OFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS***

Brownsville Navigation District General Election May 2, 2026

Early Voting results, mail-in votes, and 30 of 30 voting centers reporting Election …

Category: News
Port Enhances Maritime Security with New Police Boat

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – April 6, 2026 – The Port of Brownsville Police & Security Department has expanded its maritime enforcement and emergency response capabilities with the addition …

Category: News
Brownsville Navigation District Supports STEM Success for Brownsville ISD Racing Team

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – March 10, 2026 – The Brownsville Navigation District is proud to sponsor the Brownsville Independent School District (BISD) Racing Team as part of its …

Category: Press Releases
Port of Brownsville Announces America First Refining Project First New U.S. Gulf Coast Refinery in Nearly 50 Years

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — March 11, 2026 —The Port of Brownsville held a press conference today at its administrative office to announce the America First Refining project …

Category: News, Press Releases
Statement from the Port of Brownsville Regarding America First Refining Project

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (Tuesday, March 10, 2026) — The Port of Brownsville welcomes today’s announcement regarding the America First Refining project, a development that has been …

Category: Press Releases
Port of Brownsville Celebrates 90 Years of Economic Leadership

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (Monday, March 9, 2026) — Celebrating 90 years of progress in 2026, the Port of Brownsville has transformed a bold vision into an economic …

Category: News, Press Releases
Statement from the Port of Brownsville Regarding Potential Shipyard Project

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (Thursday, February 19, 2026) — Recently, there has been public discussion regarding a potential high-tech shipyard project under development at the Port of …

Category: News
The Port that Beats to the Rhythm of Mexico

Editor’s Note: This article was originally featured at www.t21.us 
With 90% of its business tied to its southern neighbor and about to …

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