Industry/Technology

The Texas City-La Marque economic base has emerged within the last century to become a major global economic power. Boasting one of the largest ports in the country, it is a gateway to worldwise trade and a major hub for world enrgy supplies.

The industrial base comes from a strong petrochemical industry with significant base operations in the area. They include BP, Marathon-Ashland Petroleum, Valero Refining, Sterling Chemical, Dow Chemicals and International Specialty Products. In addition to providing a large number jobs these companies contribute greatly to the community and local economy.

• BP
• Sterling Chemical
• Marathon- Petroleum
• Dow Chemicals
• Port of Texas City
• Union Carbide
• Valero Refining
• ISP
• TNMP