Port Hosts Congressional Roundtable on Climate Crisis with Congressmembers Julia Brownley & Kathy Castor
The Port of Hueneme welcomed Congresswoman Julia Brownley and Congresswoman Kathy Castor on Friday, May 31, 2019 for a roundtable discussion addressing the climate crisis. Brownley, recently appointed to the Congressional Select Committee on the Climate Crisis stated, “I was delighted to bring Chair Castor here to the Port of Hueneme as it is an…
Port Goes Around the World for International Trade Week
World Trade Week 2019 – Hosts 10 Countries, International Companies & Local Businesses Trade consulates, multinational companies, and Ventura County’s local business community convened on May 21, 2019 to talk trade, tariffs and the new USMCA agreement at the Port of Hueneme. Oxnard Harbor District President, Jess Herrera welcomed attendees stating, “Trade, it’s a beautiful…
Port Celebrates Earth Day with Launch of World’s First Ship to Store Zero Emission Avocado Project
PORT OF HUENEME, April 22, 2019 – Continuing their legacy of commitment to the community and the environment, the Port of Hueneme joined project partners at the Port of Los Angeles on Monday to kick-off a $3 million investment to provide zero emission avocados to Ventura County and the State.The project is a result of a…
The Port’s Dock Talk – Spring 2019
Spring 2019’s Dock Talk is here! (Download as PDF) In this issue: Message from Jess Herrera, President, Board of Harbor Commissioners Welcome from Kristin Decas, CEO & Port Director Project Highlights: What’s in the Works at the Port? Customer Spotlight: Frank Briseño, Mission Produce Inc. Port Delivers Humanitarian Aid to Guatemala, Announces Sister Port Relationship Vice…
2019 – 6th Annual MAST Technology Expo at Port of Hueneme
STEM Students, Innovators, Community Leaders, and Maritime Partners Sail on In PORT OF HUENEME, Wednesday, April 10, 2019 – Over 300 STEM students channeled through the buzzing innovation hub at the Port’s 6th Annual Maritime Advanced Systems & Technology Expo (MAST). The Expo introduced our inquisitive and pioneering young minds to the exciting world of…
Port of Hueneme Celebrates 2019 Western Hemisphere Ports Day
Highlighting the Economic and Social Justice Ports Provide Around the Globe The Port of Hueneme is proud to be Ventura County’s door to the world, spurring global trade for local growers, manufacturers and businesses. Today, we celebrate our Port, as well as all others in our hemisphere, for the economic engines that they are for…
Kristin Decas Named as a Women of the Year Award Recipient for Senate District 19
In celebration of March’s Women’s History Month, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson and Assemblymember Monique Limón honored Port of Hueneme CEO & Port Director Kristin Decas, along with 4 other women from Senate District 19, for their commitment to improving the lives of those in the community. “Representing a wide diversity of backgrounds and contributions, these…
Kristin Decas Named General Manager of the Year for Growing Cargo and Protecting the Environment
In February 2019, the Oxnard Harbor District/Port of Hueneme’s CEO & Port Director Kristin Decas was named General Manager of the Year by the Ventura County Special District Association. The Association has represented over 20 independently governed special districts located in Ventura County since 1974. Decas was among many nominated for the top award. “I…
Port of Hueneme Delivers Humanitarian Aid to Guatemala and Announces Sister Port Relationship
In January 2019, the Port of Hueneme made history with the monumental signing of a major sister port agreement with Puerto Quetzal, the leading Guatemalan seaport, marking the first time a U.S. West Coast port executed such an agreement. The historic ceremony concludes the Port of Hueneme’s first ever trade mission to Guatemala, a mission…
Commissioner Jess Herrera Takes Helm as Oxnard Harbor District President in Historic 7th Term
On January 14, 2019, the Port of Hueneme welcomed new leadership on Monday evening, as the Board of Harbor Commissioners unanimously voted Jess Herrera to serve as President for 2019. President Herrera was first elected to the Board in 1994, and has been the longest consecutively serving Commissioner in Port history with 2019 as his…
The Port’s Dock Talk – Year End Review 2018
The last issue of Dock Talk for 2018 presents our Year End Review! In this issue: Message from Mary Anne Rooney, President, Board of Harbor Commissioners Welcome from Kristin Decas, CEO & Port Director Port Breaks Cargo Record Chiquita Renews Contract with the Port First Shipment of Subaru Automobiles Arrives at the Port Green Recap for…
Port Partners with Community on Humanitarian Effort in Guatemala
Not all gifts will be delivered by sleigh this year, some will come by way of vessel! On Wednesday, December 19, 2018, the Port of Hueneme concluded a three-month long effort to fill a shipping container with donated school supplies and goods to help children in need living in Guatemala. In partnership with the ILWU…