Maritime-Executive Port of Galveston Receives $1.18M for Enhanced Security Measures
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- •Port of Galveston received $1.18M in federal grants for security improvements.
- •Cybersecurity updates are a major focus due to recent attacks on energy tankers.
- •The port will contribute 25% of the total project costs.
The Port of Galveston has secured over $1 million in federal grants from FEMA to enhance its security infrastructure. The funding will be allocated for video surveillance expansion, cybersecurity system maintenance, smart padlock installations, and a mobile vehicle barrier system. The largest grant, exceeding $600,000, specifically targets cybersecurity updates following recent attacks on energy tankers near the Strait of Gibraltar. The port will contribute approximately $393,000, covering 25% of the total project costs. The upgrades aim to protect port facilities, tenants, and guests as the port continues to grow. The port's security department ensures compliance with federal maritime security requirements.
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