First on the West Coast: Port Secures Cold-Treatment Finishing On-Dock
November 12, 2020 — Known as the Banana Port of the West Coast, the Port of Hueneme can now add another title to their brand: the Peruvian blueberry pilot Port. Being the specialized reefer port of the U.S. West Coast, Hueneme has been able to receive completed cold-treated produce containers for years; however, they now…
Port Recognizes “Essential Volunteers” at 40th Food Distribution
On Saturday, October 24, the Port of Hueneme’s “Committed to Community” Drive hosted its 40th food distribution with a “Feeding the Frontline” volunteer appreciation touch. Commemorative plaques were distributed to volunteers who have supported this food and resource drive since the pandemic began. “It is important that we recognize our true community heroes; from the…
A Decade of Excellence
Port Wins 10th Consecutive Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting October 13, 2020 – For the tenth consecutive year, the Oxnard Harbor District, which owns the Port of Hueneme, is being recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). The award highlights the Port’s…
Port of Hueneme Lands $1.68M FEMA Grant
Funds for state-of-the art access controls & smart surveillance technology July 9, 2020 – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that the Port of Hueneme has been awarded $1.68 million in the Port Security Grant Program FY20 Funding Cycle. Aimed to achieve the goal of a secure and resilient nation, the funding will aid the…
Port Family Fights through COVID-19, Braces for Cancelled Sailings
May 6, 2020 – Just as in person auto sales resume, the Port’s largest customers brace for an approximate 90% reduction in cargo over the next two months. Automobiles, the Port’s largest revenue generating commodity, will see reductions as manufacturers from Germany, United Kingdom, Sweden, South Korea, and Japan have been closed during most of…
Port Releases Latest Environmental Ratings on Earth Day 2020
April 22, 2020: The Port of Hueneme kicked off the 50th Annual Earth Day with a digital celebration, reaffirming their commitment to environmental sustainability and sharing the results of its Green Marine Certification assessment. “The Port is leading the way forward into a green economy,” said Oxnard Harbor District Board President Jess Ramirez. “Our commitment…
Port Feeds Essential Workers During COVID-19 Crisis
Farmworkers, Healthcare Professionals, and Longshoremen April 21, 2020 – The Port is working to keep local restaurants afloat and essentials workers fed during the COVID-19 crisis. The efforts began with the Port’s “lunch for longshoremen” program a few weeks ago, a program that provides meal vouchers to various local restaurants which are frequented by longshoremen…
PORT OF HUENEME BRIEFING FOR CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
Office Hours July 6, 2021 – Port’s Administrative Office hours are now 8:00am-5:00pm Useful Resources and Links July 6, 2021 – Stay updated on guidelines, regulations and restrictions in regards to COVID-19 in our area. County: Ventura County Public Health – venturacountyrecovers.org State: California Department of Public Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Job Fair Offers A Wide Range of Employment Opportunities
The Port of Hueneme/Oxnard Harbor District will be hosting a Job Fair on March 7th, 2020. The Fair will feature over 100 jobs being offered by the Port as well as participating community partners. More information can be found at www.portofh.org/jobs. The Port, with partnering agencies including County of Ventura, Ventura County Fire, City of…
Ports Day Grabs Attention of Top State Leadership
The California Association of Port Authorities (CAPA) hosted its 3rd Annual California Ports Day on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 in Sacramento, CA. The two day event centered around Governor Newsom’s State of the State Address with briefings from several top leadership posts of the state. Representatives from California’s 11 public ports also met with legislators…
Retired Longshoreman Jess Ramirez Becomes President of the Oxnard Harbor District
On Monday, January 13, the Port of Hueneme welcomed new leadership as the Board of Harbor Commissioners unanimously voted Jess Ramirez to serve as Board President for 2020. President Ramirez was first elected to the Board in 1992, having served five times before as Board President. Ramirez is no stranger to the operations of the…
Wave of the Future: Port Welcomes New Brusco Tug
Advanced Technology Brings Lower Emissions January 2020 – Brusco Tug & Barge, Inc. has modernized its tug fleet at the Port of Hueneme by bringing aboard the “Teresa Brusco,” a state-of-the-art vessel that will dramatically lower vessel emissions and bring more power and ability to the tugs’ important ship-handling role on Port. Brusco’s investment strengthens…