Federal and state officials attend groundbreaking of $3. 2B shipyard project at Port of Brownsville
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Vice President JD Vance and Governor Greg Abbott attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Saronic Technologies' Port Alpha shipyard in Brownsville, a $3.2 billion project anticipated to create 10,000 jobs. Local officials encourage residents to prepare for job opportunities in various fields, including welding and engineering. Saronic is collaborating with state and local leaders to establish training programs. Mayor John Cowen mentioned that initial hiring could start soon, with around 250 positions available. The project is expected to stimulate significant economic growth, potentially generating $264.5 billion across Texas, with operations commencing by 2028.
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