2022 Annual Maritime Dinner

Registration is now open for the 2023 Annual Maritime Dinner honoring David Grzbinski, CEO of Kirby Corp. Click here for more information.

Title Sponsor

Queen of the Fleet Sponsors

Ric Campo, chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority (“Port Houston”), has been named the Port Bureau's 2022 Maritime Leader of the Year. Campo will be honored at our Annual Maritime Dinner on August 20, 2022. The Port Bureau Board of Directors named Campo as the 2022 honoree for his steadfast commitment to improving the greater Houston port region.

As the largest maritime formal business event in the U.S., the Annual Maritime Dinner attracts over 750 attendees. Guests are treated to an elegant night filled with complimentary perks, including free valet or self-parking, open bar during the cocktail reception, professional photography, and wine service during the gourmet dinner. The cocktail reception features a silent auction.

The Annual Maritime Dinner is supported by Title Sponsor Port Houston and Queen of the Fleet Sponsors: Camden, Callan Marine, Enterprise Products Partners, Kinder Morgan, and Kirby. Proceeds from the Annual Maritime Dinner support the Port Bureau’s regional maritime advocacy efforts.

Table Sponsorships:

• Includes reserved table of 10 (2 tables included with Title Sponsor)
• Logo or company name recognition in sponsor presentation and all print and digital media, commensurate with level
• Location in ballroom is commensurate with level and date of registration

Event Underwriters:

• Includes 2 tickets seated together ($700 value)
• Premium logo recognition at event, in sponsor presentation, and all print and digital media

All guests receive:

• Cocktail reception with open bar
• Gourmet dinner
• Complimentary valet

Please note: Sponsorship commitments must be received by August 5, 2022, to be guaranteed print recognition.

Watch a recap of the 2021 Maritime Dinner: