Geir-Eilif Kalhagen

Director of Maritime Division TxDOT

[Geir-Eilif Kalhagen @captgek]

Great to hear Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar share his perspective.

[Marc Williams @TxDOTCEO]

This Nov. 7, Texas marks 22 years since we last had deathless day on Texas roads. More than 79,000 lives lost in that time. We are losing close to 12 people per day in crashes across the state.

We all have a responsibility to help #EndTheStreakTX

[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

BREAKING! Today @USDOT announced $703M to fund 41 port improvement projects in 22 states and one U.S. territory. Together, these investments will help get goods to shelves faster and lower costs for American families. Read more here https://t.co/XpZXobl5Pr

[Geir-Eilif Kalhagen @captgek]

@DOTMARAD @USDOT Congratulations to the Ports of Beaumont, Palacios and Harlingen on a combined $39 million in PIDP grants. A special thanks to @DOTMARAD for all they do in support of a nation’s Maritime sector.

[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

Today, the Maritime Administration mourns the loss of Joseph A. Byrne Sr. Mr. Byrne’s MARAD career spanned decades, beginning in 1985. In his final role at MARAD, he served as Associate Administrator for Environment and Compliance. He was also a Commissioned Officer in the @USMC

[TxDOT @TxDOT]

Empathy is key to changing our mindset and behavior behind the wheel. This morning Commissioner @lryanheizer and reporters met to discuss how we can collaborate on sharing this message effectively with fellow Texas drivers. #EndTheStreakTX

[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

Yesterday, U.S. Deputy Maritime Administrator Lucinda Lessley and MARAD Office Directors met with senior German Ministry of Transport representatives, discussing best practices regarding Federal support of maritime projects, climate change and more.

#GlobalMaritimeIndustry

[TxDOT @TxDOT]

.@Port_Houston, the nation’s largest port for waterborne tonnage, launched a $1B expansion of the Houston Ship Channel, which will relieve congestion, boost internat’l trade & the economy. The project will bring more jobs and reduce the env. impact to the region. #TxDOTMaritime

[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

A robust maritime transportation system = strength in international waters.

MARAD understands that the U.S. maritime transportation system must be safe, secure, environmentally sustainable & designed to promote national security.

Learn more: https://t.co/nWcq9ZcS9V

[Geir-Eilif Kalhagen @captgek]

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[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

Meet the SS Cape Isabel, a Roll-on/Roll-off cargo ship in the Ready Reserve Force (#RRF). Laid down in 1976, she stands at 208.71 meters in length & 31.09 meters in width. She is currently ported in Long Beach, California. #FleetFridays #MeetTheFleet

[Marc Williams @TxDOTCEO]

Interstate 45 connecting the Port of Houston with the massive warehousing, intermodal and distribution centers in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is one of several corridors seeing testing and deployment of AV freight in Texas.

[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

“Growing this industry strengthens our domestic maritime industry," said Maritime Administrator Ann Phillips in response to the announcement of the 24 recent grant awardees who received nearly $20 million to fund projects at small U.S. shipyards. More: https://t.co/71Sfep3g4F

[Marc Williams @TxDOTCEO]

This week the @TxDOTCommission approved $150M in state and federal funding for urban and rural transit districts across 90% of Texas. The funding can be used for maintenance, new buses, new facilities and expanding services.
Learn more here 👇
https://t.co/ZISLWsAduL

[TxDOT @TxDOT]

The Port of Brownsville will host the Brazos Island Harbor Channel Improvement Project Signing Ceremony Wed., July 6 at 12pm at the Port of Brownsville. By deepening the channel, the port will become one of the deepest ports on the Gulf of Mexico. #TxDOTMaritime

[Geir-Eilif Kalhagen @captgek]

@TxDOT Yet another great example of the proactive steps being taken by one of our Texas ports assuring continued economic competitiveness of our Texas ports

[TxDOT @TxDOT]

The Port Authority Advisory Committee is going on the road to the Port of Port Arthur for their meeting, June 21. PAAC provides a forum for the exchange of information between the state and port industry. Join us in person or virtually. https://t.co/unf0WmeuiC #TxDOTMaritime

[TxDOT Port A Ferry @PortA_Ferry]

15 minute wait on Port Aransas side, 15 minute wait on Harbor Island side...

[DOT Maritime Administration @DOTMARAD]

The Maritime Administration announces the immediate designation of four new Marine Highway Projects in North Carolina, Alaska and Puerto Rico as part of the America's Marine Highway Program. Learn more: https://t.co/omun6gqxoW #Maritime #MaritimeIndustry #MarineHighways

[Geir-Eilif Kalhagen @captgek]

2022 MARAD National Maritime Day
"Culture, Climate, and Commitment: The Future of the Merchant Marine" #maritime #marine #culture #supplychain #merchantmarine #ports