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
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 …

Category: Press Releases
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 …

Category: Press Releases
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 …

Category: News
NOTICE: Detour for Overweight Trucks Due to TxDOT Construction / AVISO: Desvío de Ruta para Camiones con Sobrepeso

Detour for Overweight Trucks Beginning Oct. 14, 2024

Starting Monday, October 14, all overweight trucks weighing over 80,000 pounds will be detoured around the …

Category: News
Port of Brownsville Secures Loan for BIH Project

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Monday, October 7, 2024 – The Port of Brownsville’s Brazos Island Harbor Channel Improvement (BIH) project made progress in September, securing a low …

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The Port of Brownsville Leads the Rio Grande Valley's Economy

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 …

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Statement on Ongoing ILA and USMX Negotiations

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Monday, September 30, 2024 – “The Port of Brownsville remains committed to keeping our stakeholders informed about the ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoreman …

Category: News
Why the Rio Grande LNG Project is a Boon for South Texas

BY WILLIAM DIETRICH/Port Director and CEO of the Port of Brownsville
On August 6, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals made a pivotal …

Category: News
TROPICAL STORM FRANCINE UPDATE: CONDITION ZULU RESCINDED FOR PORT OF BROWNSVILLE

BROWNSVILLE, Texas- Wednesday, September 11, 2024 – The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port has rescinded Condition Zulu at the Port of Brownsville as …

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TROPICAL STORM FRANCINE UPDATE: Port of Brownsville Under Condition Zulu

BROWNSVILLE, Texas- Monday, September 9, 2024 – The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port has set the Port of Brownsville to Condition Zulu, suspending …

Category: News
Port of Brownsville’s FTZ No. 62 Advances to 14th Place in the Nation for Import Value, Remains Top 3 in Exports

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Monday, September 9, 2024 –The Port of Brownsville’s Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) continues unlocking new opportunities for the Rio Grande Valley, serving …

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TROPICAL STORM FRANCINE UPDATE: Port of Brownsville Under Condition Yankee

BROWNSVILLE, Texas- Monday, September 9, 2024 –The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port has set the Port of Brownsville to Condition Yankee as …

Category: News
TROPICAL STORM FRANCINE UPDATE: Port of Brownsville Under Condition X-Ray

BROWNSVILLE, Texas- Monday, September 9, 2024 –The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port has set the Port of Brownsville to Condition X-Ray …

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USACE Awards Contract for BIH Channel Deepening

GALVESTON, Texas — August 13, 2024 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG) awarded a contract in the amount of $104 million …

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Family Legacy Deepens at the Port 

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — August 9, 2024 — As a child, Gene R. Tuttle Jr. often visited his father Gene Tuttle Sr. on tugboats at the Port of …

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