Shipment first of expected 220 rail cars monthly West Plains LLC received its first grain of the season April 25 at the Port of Brownsville with the arrival of 109 rail cars of corn from Nebraska. West Plains entered into an agreement with the port in 2016 to restore and operate the grain elevator, with capacity to store three million bushels of grain. Since restoration efforts began, they have invested more…
Port of Brownsville-OmniTRAX partnership instrumental CSC Sugar, one of the largest importers and exporters of refined sugar to and from North America, began its new packaging and distribution operations at the Port of Brownsville last week. The company has hired 33 local employees to fill all available positions, including warehousemen, forklift drivers and packaging equipment operators. “This is an important project for the Port of Brownsville because it helps bring…
Upcoming area Class-A warehouse park expected to be big drive to local economy A Class-A warehouse park is coming to a 200-acre parcel at the GEOTRAC Industrial Hub at the Port of Brownsville. According to the port, OmniTRAX Inc. and Majestic Realty Co. will develop up to 2.8-million square feet during 15 years. It is expected to attract diverse companies, particularly wholesale distributors. “These warehouses will provide companies with the benefit…
Regular Port offices undergoing renovation and expansion The Port of Brownsville administrative office is now at a temporary location at Keppel AmFELS, 20000 SH 48, Brownsville. The administration complex at 1000 Foust Road is undergoing an approximate 18-month renovation and expansion. The project includes rehabilitation of the current building and construction of a new pod featuring a new boardroom, as well as a new parking area. Additionally, a new permit office is…
New website expands informational offerings The Port of Brownsville has launched its redesigned website, featuring a cleaner design, providing visitors greater detail and information about the port, as well as downloadable and printable forms to accelerate business activities. The site also features enhanced content for marketing, media relations and public information. News includes the Port Matters e-newsletter, maps and photo galleries. The website’s new menu includes information such as history, capabilities…