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The city of Galveston is accepting applications for two positions on the seven-person Galveston Wharves Board of Trustee...
07/30/2026

The city of Galveston is accepting applications for two positions on the seven-person Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees. The terms will begin in September 2026.

Interested candidates may access and complete the electronic application online at www.galvestontx.gov/servemycity. For questions regarding the electronic application, email the City Secretary’s office at [email protected] or call 409-797-3510.
https://portofgalveston.com/city-of-galveston-accepting-galveston-wharves-board-of-trustees-applications/

How can we better connect the port and the community as the port continues to grow? The port's first comprehensive mobil...
07/27/2026

How can we better connect the port and the community as the port continues to grow? The port's first comprehensive mobility study is designed to answer this and other questions.

Read Port Director Rodger Rees's most recent column to learn about the purpose and scope of the port's mobility study to ensure that people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the port and the community. https://www.portofgalveston.com/planning-for-a-safer-more-connected-waterfront/

07/24/2026

With Tropical Storm Bertha behind us, we can move into the weekend with ease! 😌Don't forget to reserve your cruise parking and save $15 when you use discount code FIREWORKS26 . TGIF, y'all! 🥳😎

The US National Weather Service Houston-Galveston Texas has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for Galveston Island through 6...
07/22/2026

The US National Weather Service Houston-Galveston Texas has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for Galveston Island through 6 a.m. Friday. Forecasters say that Galveston has a low chance of strong winds, heavy rain or flooding as Tropical Storm Bertha moves westward along the Gulf coastline.

Based on current forecasts, no disruptions to port operations are expected. The port will issue updates if the status changes.

It's a new era for Galveston cargo! Through June, roll-on/roll-off cargo at the Port of Galveston was up 46 percent comp...
07/21/2026

It's a new era for Galveston cargo! Through June, roll-on/roll-off cargo at the Port of Galveston was up 46 percent compared to last year. Almost 289,000 tons of heavy agriculture and construction equipment moved across Galveston docks in the first half of the year. In addition, BMW, Mini Coopers and Rolls-Royce new car imports were up 3.6 percent through June 2026.

In this week's port column, Port Director and CEO Rodger E. Rees discusses port studies to analyze mobility and economic...
07/15/2026

In this week's port column, Port Director and CEO Rodger E. Rees discusses port studies to analyze mobility and economic impacts of port growth, including a proposed 5th cruise terminal at Pier 14. A traffic study shows minimal impacts from a new terminal. Economic benefits would be 1,500 new jobs, $91.5 million in personal income and $278 million in direct business revenue. https://www.portofgalveston.com/port-planning-for-growth-with-traffic-mobility-studies/

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees recently honored former Mayor Craig Brown for seven years of service as City Cou...
07/14/2026

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees recently honored former Mayor Craig Brown for seven years of service as City Council representative on the board and welcomed newly elected Mayor John Paul Listowski. Thank you both for your service on the board! Also pictured are Port Director and CEO Rodger Rees, top left, and Chairman Jeff Patterson, right.

07/10/2026

Hey Texas cruisers!
We know Texans love a good road trip down to Galveston, and we love making your cruise day stress-free. Secure your parking with us and get $15 OFF your parking right now!
👉 Use Promo Code: FIREWORKS26 now when you reserve your parking! 🤠

07/10/2026

We're celebrating a big milestone! 1 MILLION CRUISE PASSENGERS have sailed from Galveston so far this year. Now we're cruising to set a new annual record - 2 MILLION PASSENGERS IN 2026.

This is thanks to our loyal cruise customers and our cruise lines who are bringing their biggest and best ships to homeport in Galveston. The best is yet to come! Carnival Cruise Line Disney Cruise Line MSC Cruises Norwegian Cruise Line Royal Caribbean

The Port of Galveston has been recertified for our 5th consecutive year with the Green Marine program, reaffirming our c...
07/09/2026

The Port of Galveston has been recertified for our 5th consecutive year with the Green Marine program, reaffirming our commitment to environmental stewardship and continuous improvement in sustainability in our maritime operations.

Guided by Green Marine, we've implemented a wide range of initiatives from EV charging stations to LEED Silver certification for our newest cruise terminal. https://www.portofgalveston.com/port-earns-green-marine-certification-for-5th-consecutive-year/

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