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BRG Celebrates 40 Years of Service
OmniTRAX, the rail and real estate affiliate of The Broe Group, commemorated the 40th anniversary of its Texas rail affiliate, Brownsville and Rio Grande International Railway (BRG), at a ceremony of economic and community partners
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Honoring a Legacy: USS John F. Kennedy Makes Final Voyage to Port of Brownsville
[caption id="attachment_15793" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] The decommissioned USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) entered the Brownsville Ship Channel on Sunday, Feb.2, closing a chapter of
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Port of Brownsville Lauded as Hub for International Trade by Ternium

Set to announce significant investment and job creation for the Rio Grande Valley

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, January 28, 2025 – The Port of Brownsville continues solidifying its reputation as a leader in
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A Crucial Gateway for U.S.-Mexico Trade and Nearshoring
The Port of Brownsville serves as a vital multimodal logistics hub for cross-border trade, leveraging its strategic location as the only deepwater seaport on the U.S./Mexico border. It is a
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Texas Ports Association Releases New Economic Impact Study
Texas Ports contribute more than $713.9 billion in economic activity for the State accounting for 28% of Texas’ gross domestic product (GDP), further advancing Ports as a catalyst for state
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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
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NOTICE: Detour for Overweight Trucks Due to TxDOT Construction / AVISO: Desvío de Ruta para Camiones con Sobrepeso
Starting Monday, October 14, all overweight trucks weighing over
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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 interest $43 million loan
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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 a copy.   The future of the Rio Grande
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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 decision to revisit the approval of the
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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 of 8:20 a.m., today, September
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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 all vessel traffic. All movements
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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 as a strategic gateway providing
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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 of 10:20 a.m. today, September 9,
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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 as of September 7, 2024. This condition
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