Willacy County moves to join regional trade network with proposed foreign-trade zone
County leaders say the designation would position Port Mansfield for new investment, expand tariff-free warehousing options, and deepen ties with... Read more »
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Cameron County to borrow $33M for Brownsville & Matamoros International Bridge purchase, upgrades
Officials say the 30-year revenue bonds will cover the county’s 50% share of the B&M Bridge and related renovations.... Read more »
Port of Brownsville climbs to No. 41 in U.S. cargo rankings, its highest ever
The South Texas seaport handled 11.2 million tons of cargo in 2023, a 23% increase year over year.... Read more »
McAllen loses trade jobs as Brownsville gains, but both metros grow overall
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