ABOUT PORT HOUSTON: Port Houston is one of the nation’s premier maritime gateways and a cornerstone of global commerce, serving as the non-federal sponsor of the Houston Ship Channel and operator of eight public marine terminals. As a powerful regional economic engine, the Port generates over $439 billion in statewide economic impact and supports more than 1.5 million jobs across Texas. Guided by its 2050 Long Range Plan, Port Houston is advancing a bold vision for sustainable growth and operational excellence, grounded in its Seven Cs strategic framework: Channel, Cargo, Change, Community, Connection, Culture, and Capital. With over $10 billion in projected investment needs and an evolving trade, energy, and infrastructu