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Student Researcher Presents CAPM Research at O.U.R Conference
Golnoosh Toosi, a research assistant under the direction of Dr. Zaloom and Dr. Wu supporting CAPM’s research projects, presented her findings at Lamar University’s O.U.R Fall Conference, an opportunity for students to showcase undergraduate research projects. Her project investigates how ship travel patterns in turning basins impact efficiency in the Sabine-Neches Waterway. Her research demonstrated the need for deeper waterways and anchorages for ship refueling and ship store replenishment will accommodate growing demand. A huge thank you to Golnoosh for her hard work and dedication to industry relevant research for CAPM. (11/15/24)
Elementary students introduced to the maritime industry
Dr. Mamta and her team of research students visited Roy Guess Elementary to introduce students to the maritime industry and the diverse opportunities it offers. Thanks to the support of internal research funds, Dr. Mamta's initiative aims to develop maritime awareness curricula specifically for elementary-aged children. By creating early exposure, her goal is to help build a strong pipeline into the maritime industry for the next generation. (10/29/2024)
Providing SETX youth with hands-on experience
Lamar University's Center for Advances in Port management recently partnered with the Port of Port Arthur, the Port Arthur International Seafarers center, Texas A&M Nicki Fitzgerald, the Sabine Pilots, and many other SE Texas maritime leaders to provide SE Texas youth with a week of hands-on maritime knowledge and experience. (7/25/2024)
Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg Toured Port of Port Arthur
Lamar President Jaime Taylor, Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, and Lamar Director of Port Management Rob Dubois (Right to Left) at the Port of Port Arthur, where Port director Larry Kelley recently gave the Secretary a tour highlighting the future impact of the recently awarded 13.6M grant.
Lamar Officials Attend the 2023 Port of the Future Conference
Lamar Director of Port Management Rob Dubois and Associate Professor Maryam Hamidi attend the 2023 Port of the Future Conference in Houston, Texas.
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Texas Ports are Economic Engines!
The Port Capital Investment Report (PCIR) highlights a wide variety of infrastructure needs at Texas ports, including 51 projects totaling $1.67 billion. Funding keeps Texas ports competitive and helps continue to grow the state’s economy.