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times by an hour in each direction . Port-led segments of the project are expected to be completed in Q2 2025 . Project 11 isn ’ t solely focused on growth ; it also prioritizes sustainability . Dredged material from the channel is being repurposed to create hundreds of acres of bird islands , marshes and oyster reefs ; wildlife has already begun to return to the area . A portion of the clay , sand and shell produced from the project will be used to build approximately 376 acres of replacement oyster reef pads to provide growth-enabling habitat . Once completed , the project is expected to reduce vessel NOx emissions by between 3 % and 7 %, contributing to improved air quality .
As Project 11 progresses toward completion , Port Houston will continue its strong partnership with the US Army Corps of Engineers , positioning the 52-mile waterway to accommodate the next generation of vessels safely and efficiently .
Port Houston is a distribution hub for the next generation . Its strategic vision moves the needle to help generate more jobs and create economic prosperity for the region . The Houston Ship Channel supports nearly 1.54 million jobs across Texas , 3.37 million jobs in the United States and contributes billions to the US economy annually .
“ I am confident in our ability to maintain a seamless environment with efficient cargo movement and
The Houaton Ship Channel supports millions of jobs across Texas and the US .
infrastructure investments through our terminals as the years pass ,” said Ryan Mariacher , chief of port operations .
Looking ahead , Port Houston ’ s investments in infrastructure will ensure it remains a critical hub for global trade , capable of handling the demands of a rapidly evolving marketplace . As the port
continues to grow , it will remain committed to being an indispensable partner in the global supply chain , fostering innovation , efficiency and customer satisfaction at every turn . n
For more information , contact Fatima De Leon at fdeleon @ porthouston . com .
Port Houston
Partnership , stewardship , leadership
Owner and operator of the eight public facilities along the 52-mile Houston Ship Channel , Port Houston is home to the area ’ s largest breakbulk facility and two of the most efficient container terminals in the country . As the leading advocate and a strategic leader for the channel for more than a century , the port is dedicated to supporting trade and commerce through the Houston Ship Channel .
With more than 200 private and eight public terminals , Port Houston is the largest port for waterborne tonnage in the United States and a vital economic engine for the region , state and country . In addition to supporting 1.54 million jobs in Texas and 3.37 million jobs nationwide , the Houston Ship Channel generates $ 439 billion in economic activity in Texas , which accounts for nearly 20 % of the state ’ s total gross domestic product and contributes to $ 906 billion in economic impact across the country .
Port Houston ’ s customers benefit from its unique location , FTZ designation , intermodal connections , proximity to major highways and vast supply chain network , providing stability and excellence for today ’ s global commerce . For more information , visit PortHouston . com . n
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