Dear Friends of the Port,
Since 1936 the Port of Brownsville has served as a beacon of progress, strategically elevating the Rio Grande Valley's economy for all.
While change remains constant, our mission has not wavered. We remain dedicated to our stakeholders, our communities, and to building a port that delivers opportunity at every turn.
As Chairman of the Brownsville Navigation District, I'm proud to share the remarkable milestones we've reached. In 2023, we generated more than $12 billion in total economic activity for the state of Texas, marking a 400% increase from 2019. This growth reflects our port's expanding capabilities and long-term vision to power sustainable success for generations to come.
Building upon the achievements at the port, the construction of our 118-acre business park is in the final stages. This development has already begun to attract forward-thinking companies seeking to capitalize on the port's strategic location, logistical strengths, and near shoring opportunities.
This marks a key milestone in our long-term vision to build an ecosystem that fosters innovation, trade and industrial growth in South Texas.
Our Brazos Island Harbor Channel Improvement Project is scheduled for completion in 2026. This effort will deepen the Brownsville Ship Channel from 42 feet to 52 feet, significantly enhancing navigational safety and efficiency for larger commercial vehicles and increasing our capacity to serve global markets.
As we look to the future, the momentum continues. New investments, enhanced infrastructure and growing global trade relationships are positioning the Port of Brownsville as a leader in connecting industries to markets across the world.
On behalf of the Brownsville Navigation District Board of Commissioners and our dedicated staff, thank you for your continued trust and support.
Sincerely,
Esteban Guerra
Chairman
Brownsville Navigation District
Editor's Note: The above commentary was penned by Esteban Guerra, chairman of Brownsville Navigation District. It first appeared in the Port of Brownsville's 2026 Directory.
