maritime industry

  • Houston International Maritime Conference 2026 Returns Nov. 2–5

    The Houston International Maritime Conference returns for its fifth year as Port Houston brings together leaders from across the maritime, logistics, energy and supply chain sectors. HIMC26 will take place Nov. 2–5, 2026, at the Hilton Americas-Houston in downtown Houston, providing a major industry forum for discussing global trade, supply chain resiliency, innovation and the…

  • Michel Bechtel Appointed as New Port Commissioner

    The new port commissioner for the Port of Houston Authority brings decades of leadership and regional expertise to one of the nation’s busiest ports. Michel Bechtel, former mayor of Morgan’s Point, Texas, has been appointed to the role, where his background in coastal protection, energy, and public service is expected to support continued growth, infrastructure…