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Port engineers play lead role in strategic master plan projects

February 16, 2022

By Rodger Rees Galveston Wharves Port Director, CEO The Galveston Wharves has built a strong engineering team to carry out millions of dollars in expansion projects and critical repairs detailed in the port’s 20-Year Strategic Master Plan. Our Engineering Department is overseeing many aspects of projects across the port, including the new cruise terminal at Pier 10, the West Port Cargo Complex and potential improvements on Pelican Island. Having an…

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Port Firming Up Vision for Pelican Island

February 04, 2022

By Rodger Rees Galveston Wharves Port Director and CEO Pelican Island is the single largest untapped source of revenue and jobs for the Galveston Wharves and our regional economy. Of the Port of Galveston’s total 840 acres, more than 300 acres with waterfront access are available for greenfield development on the largely undeveloped island north of Galveston Island. Our 20-Year Strategic Master Plan identifies several industrial and maritime uses for…

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Full Steam Ahead on Galveston Wharves Strategic Master Plan

January 25, 2022

Thanks to the vision and focus of our Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees, we are making steady progress with our 20-Year Strategic Master Plan. I’d like to give you an update on the major maintenance and capital improvement projects included in the initial 5-year phase. But first, a brief overview of the master plan. After 1½ years of research, analysis and public input, the board adopted the comprehensive plan in…

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Galveston Wharves, partners update COVID response plans

January 07, 2022

As long as COVID-19 remains a global health threat, the Galveston Wharves and its partners will work diligently to update preparedness plans to maintain safe, sustainable cruising. Earlier this week, port staff convened a meeting of our multi-agency Infectious Disease Response Team to prepare for potential impacts of the omicron variant.  Attendees represented more than 14 agencies, including the U.S. Coast Guard, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston County Health…

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Celebrating A phenomenal 2021 For Galveston Wharves

December 27, 2021

Tis the season to count our blessings, reflect on the year and look forward to the new year. Before writing today’s column, I made a list of 2021 port accomplishments and the many things for which I’m grateful. I would like to share with you just some of the things on my list. Our Board and Staff: The Galveston Wharves has had a phenomenal year thanks to the vision, dedication…

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Port Forecasts Another Growth Year For Cargo

December 09, 2021

Based on what we know today, 2022 should be a banner year for the Port of Galveston’s cruise and cargo businesses. This means strong jobs and revenue growth for the port and the region. Major factors contributing to this forecast include completion of a federal dredging project to bring the Galveston Ship Channel to its full permitted depth of 47 feet and the opening of our third cruise terminal at…

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Maritime Careers Are Interesting, Wide-Ranging

November 27, 2021

One of the best parts of my job is talking to local students and teachers about the Port of Galveston and the diverse array of maritime industry career opportunities it generates. Jobs in the maritime industry are wide ranging, interesting and often pay well.  I would like to see local schools work with the port and others in the maritime industry to develop curriculum and career opportunities so that more…

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Galveston Wharves Pursues Grants to Fund Improvments

November 12, 2021

As the saying goes, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” I believe the Galveston Wharves is well positioned to be a strong contender for millions of dollars in recently announced federal infrastructure funding, and I’ll tell you why. We’re prepared to take advantage of this opportunity because we have an experienced grants staff that can produce strong applications for projects already thoroughly researched and prioritized in our 20-Year…

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RCI’S Adventure of the Seas Homeports in Galveston, Begins Seasonal Sailings

November 08, 2021

Galveston, TX (Nov. 8, 2021) – Royal Caribbean International’s Adventure of the Seas, the first Voyager-class ship to homeport in Texas, began its inaugural seasonal sailing itinerary from the Port of Galveston on Nov. 8 with a 5-day Western Caribbean cruise. The largest RCI ship sailing short getaways from Galveston, Adventure of the Seas offers 4- and 5-day sailings to Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico.  “We welcome Adventure of the…

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