Committee Meetings

• Steering Committee meetings are open to Corporate Members and Executive Partners. Click here for upcoming meetings.
• Subcommittee meetings are set by the Subcommittee Chairs. Email info@txgulf.org for more information.

Efficiency Committee White Papers and Articles

• Berth Optimization: Reducing Time Alongside
  • This document outlines the importance of collecting data for the berth optimization process. It highlights the need for stakeholders to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement measures for continuous improvement. 
  • Published April 1, 2025.
• Pre-Arrival Best Practices: Surveyor Communications 
  • This document outlines the importance of efficient data exchanges within the Port Call process and highlights the need for a centralized system of record. The goal is to enhance communication, visibility, analysis, and historical reporting among all stakeholders involved in cargo surveys.
  • Published November 18, 2024
• Standardized Marine Surveyor Communications Can Improve Port Call Efficiency, published August 5, 2024
• Stolt Tankers, Dow, SGS and Vopak​ IIA​ partner on project to boost supply chain efficiency in the US
  • By Stolt Tankers, published June 6, 2024
• Portcall Process Map, aka "Subway Map"
  • Last update April 29, 2024
  • Developed by the Subcommittee on Process Map and Data Dictionary
• Unlocking Sustainability through Efficiency: Building a Collaborative Future
  • Written by Joris Kersten, former general manager, NxtPort USA
• Improving Port of Houston Efficiency through Application of Pre-Arrival Process Best Practices
  • Written by Gregory DeLong, Marine Liaison, Enterprise Products & John Van Leeuwen, Lion & Stutz

Additional Resources

• Certificate of Compliance (COC) Exams Scheduling Business Rules (USCG MSIB 12-22)

Unlocking Sustainability through Efficiency: Building a Collaborative Future