Port of Hueneme Achieves its Highest Ever Scores for Environmental Stewardship Certification
Download press release [Port Hueneme, CA] — It’s official! The Port of Hueneme’s annual Green Marine certification results are out, and the Port was certified in June 2023 with its highest scores ever during the annual Green Marine re-certification process. These high scores are an acknowledgement of the Port of Hueneme’s commitment to leadership in…
$80,000,000 for Port of Hueneme’s Green Jobs & Zero-Emission Operations
Governor Gavin Newsom Delivers Transformational Funding Award Download press release [PORT HUENEME, CA] – Governor Gavin Newsom delivers a historic $80,000,000 to the Port of Hueneme for projects that generate social and economic equity while providing substantial revenue streams to help transform the Port to a zero-emission hub. California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) served as…
Important Update on Our Ocean and Coast Line:
Recently an outbreak of a naturally occurring domoic acid has been resulting in the illness and death of many large ocean predators off of Southern California including local marine mammals like dolphins and sealions as well as seabirds like loons and cormorants. If you see a dead or sick animal do not approach it,…
Port of Hueneme Celebrates World Oceans Day by Raising Awareness with ‘Sustaining the Seas Summit’
Stakeholders focus on the crucial role of the ocean and ways to help protect it Download press release [Port Hueneme, CA] — In celebration of World Oceans Day, the Port of Hueneme held a “Sustaining the Seas Summit” on Thursday, June 8 at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in Oxnard. The event was an opportunity…
Congresswoman Julia Brownley Delivers $375,000 to the Port of Hueneme’s Environmental Initiative
Recognition of federal funding support for the Port’s local environmental efforts Download press release [Port Hueneme, CA] — Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26) visited the Port of Hueneme to deliver a check in the amount of $375,000 in support of the Port of Hueneme’s Reducing Emissions, Supporting Health (PHRESH) Plan that will assess and address emissions,…
Port of Hueneme Receives Recognition from Oxnard Union High School District for Community Outreach Efforts
“Business Champions Night” shined bright on the celebration of local partnerships. Download press release [Port Hueneme, CA] — The Oxnard Union High School District (OUHSD) selected businesses in the community to recognize for its 2023 Business Champions Awards. This celebration was an opportunity to thank the Port of Hueneme and other businesses for their efforts…
Port of Hueneme Signs Memorandum of Understanding on California Ports Data Systems Development
The MOU outlines an agreement between the five container ports to jointly advance computerized and cloud-based data interoperability with a common goal of resilience. Download press release [SACRAMENTO, CA] – April 27, 2023 – Yesterday, the Port of Hueneme attended the signing of the historic MOU between California’s five containerized ports inclusive of the Port…
Austin Yang takes over as the new CFO/CAO at the Port of Hueneme
Mr. Yang assumes the role as of March 6th, 2023. Download press release [PORT HUENEME, CA – March 8, 2023] – The Port of Hueneme’s CEO & Port Director Kristin Decas announced the promotion of Austin Yang to the new Chief Financial and Chief Administration Officer effective March 6th, 2023. Kristin Decas, Port of Hueneme’s…
FIRST Robotics Competition Brings the Excitement of Sport and Rigor of Science and Tech to the Port of Hueneme
1,400 high school students compete with their best in tech and engineering Download press release [Port Hueneme, CA – March 4, 2023] – The excitement of sport combined with the rigors of science and technology brought together 1,400 high school students along with their 44 life-sized robots to test the power of collaboration and measure…
Andrew Palomares, Deputy Executive Director, CFO/CAO, retires from the Port of Hueneme
Focused on Financial Excellence and Organizational Growth, Mr. Palomares is retiring on March 3, 2023 Download press release [PORT HUENEME, CA – March 2, 2023] – Following a 15-year stellar career of public service and organizational leadership, Andrew Palomares, the Port of Hueneme’s Deputy Executive Director, Chief Financial and Chief Administrative Officer had announced his…
Disembarking 2022
Happy Holidays From The Port of Hueneme The Port of Hueneme appreciates everyone who has journeyed with us through 2022. As we look towards 2023 we invite you to remember some of our highlights from this year. View a message below from our CEO and President. Please click on any title or icon below…
Commitment to High Standards and Continued Use of Best Practices Results in Consecutive Win for the Port of Hueneme
Port Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 12th Consecutive Year Download press release [PORT HUENEME, CA – December 21, 2022] – For a 12th consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada has awarded the Oxnard Harbor District with a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.…