Port of Corpus Christi customers moved record tonnage in 2023

The 203 million t moved in 2023 was an 8.1% increase from 2022. The Port of Corpus Christi saw a nearly 13.5% increase in agricultural commodities to a little over 2.2 million t, as well as a slight increase in refined products to 42.5 million t.

Port of Corpus Christi customers moved 51.8 million t through the gateway during 4Q23, a 4.4% increase from the same period in 2022. The leading commodities during this period were crude oil, refined products and LNG. A record volume of crude oil – 12.2 million t – moved through the waterway in December 2023, 10.1% higher than the prior record set in September 2023.

“The reaching of this newest milestone in the Port of Corpus Christi’s lengthy history is a testament to the strength and commitment of our customers, who supply much-needed goods to our trading partners around the world,” said Kent Britton, Chief Executive Officer for the Port of Corpus Christi. “Closing out 2023 on such a strong note sets the right tone as we go into 2024, which we expect to be another solid year for our customers.”

In September 2023, the US Army Corps of Engineers awarded the final contract for the Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project to Callan Marine, Ltd. Phases one and two have been concluded, with the third estimated for completion later in 2024. The fourth and final phase of the CIP is projected to be complete in early 2025. The Port of Corpus Christi also has several other infrastructure projects in development or under construction, including improvements to its Bulk Terminal docks, upgrades to Cargo Dock Nine – which handles break bulk cargo, like wind farm components – and expansion of Oil Dock One. The latter project will make Oil Dock One the first of the Port’s Inner Harbour docks to accommodate the new 54 ft depth.

“On behalf of my fellow Port of Corpus Christi commissioners, I congratulate our customers and staff for achieving this incredible milestone in 2023,” said David Engel, Chairman of the Port of Corpus Christi Commission. “We remain committed to investing in our infrastructure to ensure our customers are able to continue and expand their success, which will allow for further economic development in South Texas, US.

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