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    Cargo ships reflect on calm water under a vibrant sunset illuminating the Port of Corpus Christi with cranes

    Port of Corpus Christi

    Texas
    Gulf

    Overview

    The Port of Corpus Christi, situated in Texas on the Gulf Coast, is a vital economic engine for both the region and the nation. As the fifth-largest port in the United States by total tonnage, it handles over 80 million tons of cargo and more than 6,000 vessel calls each year. The port is the largest gateway for U.S. energy exports, especially crude oil and petroleum products, making it the third-largest crude oil port in the country. In addition to its extensive energy operations, the port accommodates a diverse array of cargo types, including breakbulk, dry bulk, agricultural goods, containerized freight, refrigerated products, steel, vehicles, military equipment, wind energy components, and cruise ships. With strategic access to inland highways and railways, Corpus Christi has established itself as a critical node in global supply chains. The port also plays a significant role in supporting Texas's status as a top wind energy producer, regularly managing shipments of wind turbines and related infrastructure. Modern facilities, robust logistics partnerships, and a commitment to efficiency and sustainability make the Port of Corpus Christi a standout hub for maritime trade and industry.

    Facilities

    • Inner Harbor Terminals
    • Viola Turning Basin
    • Liquid Bulk Terminal
    • Bulk Materials Terminal
    • General Cargo Docks
    • Cold Storage Facilities
    • Automobile Handling Facilities
    • Project Cargo and Wind Turbine Handling Area
    • Rail Intermodal Facilities
    • Third-Party Warehouses
    • Grain Elevator and Agricultural Product Facilities

    Operating Hours

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Shipping Lines

    Major carriers serving this port

    1
    Maersk
    2
    MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company)
    3
    CMA CGM
    4
    Hapag-Lloyd
    5
    ONE (Ocean Network Express)
    6
    ZIM Integrated Shipping Services
    7
    COSCO Shipping
    8
    Wallenius Wilhelmsen