Greater Houston Port Bureau
Eric M. Carrero, USCG CAPT, Ret, serves as the President of the Greater Houston Port Bureau since June 2023, focusing on collaborative efforts to enhance the port region. With extensive experience in the U.S. Coast Guard, Eric held key positions including Director of Western Rivers and Waterways, Commanding Officer of the Marine Safety Unit in Texas City, and Chief of the Prevention Department overseeing safety and security in the busiest U.S. port complex. In previous roles, Eric managed domestic inspections and safety regulations, ensured international port security compliance, and led marine casualty investigations. Eric holds a Master of Science in Environmental Management and Policy from American Military University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
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Greater Houston Port Bureau
Founded in 1929, the Greater Houston Port Bureau is a member driven, non-profit trade organization dedicated to promoting commerce and cooperation in the maritime industry. Today, the Port Bureau helps over 260 member companies work together to promote cooperation and efficiency within the community to provide: • Vessel Information- vessel movement information and reports • Port Information-monthly magazine, port updates, special projects, and grant writing • Networking-monthly luncheons, annual formal dinner and golf tournament, and member directory • Advocacy-community outreach, harbor maintenance and dredging support, port efficiency, maritime awareness and education, and maritime security • Research-data and analytics, economic impact studies, special industry reports To learn more about the Port Bureau and its services or to apply for membership visit our website http://www.txgulf.org or call 1.713.678.4300.