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Port SA to advance billion-dollar campus plan
Read full article: Port SA to advance billion-dollar campus planThe Department of the Air Force has issued a request for information regarding major innovation plans that could boost Port San Antonioās push for a billion-dollar campus to house Air Force Cyber as well as other military and civilian development.
FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: San Antonioās Thompson neighborhood is āStanding Togetherā
Read full article: FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: San Antonioās Thompson neighborhood is āStanding TogetherāIn this episode of āKnow My Neighborhood,ā KSAT explores the good, the bad, and the frustrating of Thompson, and why residents are standing together to fight the city and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
Residents fight for Thompson neighborhood improvements as Port San Antonio booms
Read full article: Residents fight for Thompson neighborhood improvements as Port San Antonio boomsIn this episode of āKnow My Neighborhood,ā KSAT explores the good, the bad, and the frustrating of Thompson, and why residents are standing together to fight the city and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
Know My Neighborhood: Thompson, Standing Together
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Thompson, Standing TogetherKSAT takes a deep dive into Thompson, a Southwest Side San Antonio neighborhood where residents are standing together to fight the city, and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
Transportation leaders unveil latest tech at TxDOT Innovation Invitational Showcase
Read full article: Transportation leaders unveil latest tech at TxDOT Innovation Invitational ShowcaseTransportation leaders from across Texas have gathered in San Antonio to present their newest technologies and projects.
San Antonio to host three-day conference aimed at transportation, technology sectors
Read full article: San Antonio to host three-day conference aimed at transportation, technology sectorsMobility leaders and advocates from across Texas will descend on San Antonio for a conference geared toward transportation and technology innovations.
Port San Antonio internship program empowers future tech professionals
Read full article: Port San Antonio internship program empowers future tech professionalsThe Port San Antonio internship program is offering high school students a unique opportunity to explore potential careers in industries vital to the local community.
Boeing faces allegations of retaliating against employees for safety complaints in San Antonio
Read full article: Boeing faces allegations of retaliating against employees for safety complaints in San AntonioThree former employees of San Antonioās Boeing Global Services plant at Port San Antonio allege they were terminated for raising safety concerns surrounding their work.
Leading SA: Port San Antonio CEO Jim Perschbach updates the portās innovation center and StandardAero
Read full article: Leading SA: Port San Antonio CEO Jim Perschbach updates the portās innovation center and StandardAeroPort San Antonio CEO Jim Perschbach joined KSAT 12 anchor Max Massey to discuss the timeline on the portās innovation center, StandardAeroās impact and educating San Antonioās youth among other topics Sunday morning on Leading SA.
Boeing investment at Port San Antonio aims to inspire next generation of aerospace engineers
Read full article: Boeing investment at Port San Antonio aims to inspire next generation of aerospace engineersA new exhibit is now open at the San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology, giving families and students an inside look at aerospace.
Veteran shares opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life in Military City USA
Read full article: Veteran shares opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life in Military City USASan Antonio is Military City USA, and our community has one of the countryās largest active and retired military populations, but what happens after your service?
Students from Texas, Louisiana learn about careers in aviation, aerospace at San Antonioās Tech Port
Read full article: Students from Texas, Louisiana learn about careers in aviation, aerospace at San Antonioās Tech PortThe Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) is hosting its 36th annual conference in San Antonio
Leading SA: President & CEO of Port San Antonio discusses growth, plans for the future
Read full article: Leading SA: President & CEO of Port San Antonio discusses growth, plans for the futurePort San Antonio has grown exponentially over the last five years, and there is even more on the horizon. Jim Perschbach, President and CEO of Port San Antonio, joined Leading SA to discuss progress and plans for the future.
Boeing bolsters presence at Port San Antonio with B-52 radar modernization contract
Read full article: Boeing bolsters presence at Port San Antonio with B-52 radar modernization contractTwo B-52 aircraft are set to undergo an update to existing radar technology at Port San Antonio as part of a $376 million contract.
Port San Antonio closer to building new state-of-the-art office tower
Read full article: Port San Antonio closer to building new state-of-the-art office towerPort San Antonio is another step closer to finalizing its plans for a new state-of-the-art office tower that will soon be added to its technology campus.
Watch live: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to speak at Tech Port Center + Arena renaming ceremony on Tuesday
Read full article: Watch live: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to speak at Tech Port Center + Arena renaming ceremony on TuesdayTexas Gov. Greg Abbott is speaking at the Tech Port Center + Arena renaming ceremony that will take place on Tuesday afternoon at Port San Antonio.
Cybersecurity top of mind for Alamo Regional Security Operation Center facility
Read full article: Cybersecurity top of mind for Alamo Regional Security Operation Center facilityThe Alamo Regional Security Operations Center has been open for a year, working with community partners to protect against cybersecurity threats.
Family, friends, fans to remember beloved San Antonio radio host Russell Rush at memorial at Tech Port Center + Arena
Read full article: Family, friends, fans to remember beloved San Antonio radio host Russell Rush at memorial at Tech Port Center + ArenaFamily, friends and fans will gather in San Antonio on Sunday to memorialize beloved and longtime San Antonio radio host Russell Rush.
Port San Antonio to host international cyber summit in October
Read full article: Port San Antonio to host international cyber summit in OctoberYou may remember it as the āBack to the Futureā car, but DeLorean is now having a rebirth as an electric car maker and it is one of several advancing technology companies.
Tech Bloc hosting startup pitch competition with $100,000 available in cash prize money
Read full article: Tech Bloc hosting startup pitch competition with $100,000 available in cash prize moneyTechFuel is a local startup pitch competition hosted by Tech Bloc and sponsored by the Bexar County Economic & Community Development Department.
Leading SA: Port San Antonio president, CEO talks about the future of tech in the Alamo City
Read full article: Leading SA: Port San Antonio president, CEO talks about the future of tech in the Alamo CityPort San Antonio President and CEO Jim Pershbach joined Leading SA on Sunday to talk about what comes next.
DeLorean Motor Company unveils first real-life prototype of Alpha5 EV
Read full article: DeLorean Motor Company unveils first real-life prototype of Alpha5 EVThursday marked the debut of the first functioning prototype as the electric vehicle took the stage during the 71st Pebble Beach Concours dāElegance car show.
Tech industry in San Antonio generates annual economic impact of nearly $11 billion, report says
Read full article: Tech industry in San Antonio generates annual economic impact of nearly $11 billion, report saysSan Antonioās information technology industry generates an annual economic impact of nearly $11 billion and employs 48,000 people, according to the first report to measure such findings.
Port San Antonio launching construction projects to provide businesses opportunities across region
Read full article: Port San Antonio launching construction projects to provide businesses opportunities across regionPort San Antonio continues to grow and has released new details on innovative projects in the works.
Game on! Tech Port Center and Arena hosts first big esports competition āBattle for Texasā
Read full article: Game on! Tech Port Center and Arena hosts first big esports competition āBattle for TexasāThe āBattle for Texasā was held Friday in San Antonio as thousands of gaming fans visited the new Tech Port Center and Arena for the venueās first major esports event.
San Antonioās Tech Port Center and Arena debuts Monday night with Smashing Pumpkins concert
Read full article: San Antonioās Tech Port Center and Arena debuts Monday night with Smashing Pumpkins concertThe new Tech Port Center and Arena on the Southwest Side is holding its first public event on Monday night with the Smashing Pumpkins concert.
CEO of Port SA discusses features of Tech Port Center + Arena ahead of first concert
Read full article: CEO of Port SA discusses features of Tech Port Center + Arena ahead of first concertPort San Antonio is one of the technological hubs of the Alamo City and over the last year, the port has been building a state-of-the-art facility -- the Tech Port Center + Arena.
City of San Antonio gives DeLorean up to $563k in grants to establish headquarters at Port SA
Read full article: City of San Antonio gives DeLorean up to $563k in grants to establish headquarters at Port SAThe San Antonio City Council is hoping the revamped car brand from the Back to the Future movie franchise will bring economic success back to San Antonio in the future.
Port SAās esports investment sparks future tech growth
Read full article: Port SAās esports investment sparks future tech growthSan Antonioās technology industry is seemingly growing by the day. Port San Antonio is one of the local tech hubs and the area is set to unveil a new massive arena later this month.
KSAT gets inside look at new $70M Tech Port Center and Arena on SW Side
Read full article: KSAT gets inside look at new $70M Tech Port Center and Arena on SW SideThe Southwest Side will soon be home to an innovation center and arena that is already attracting major shows and entertainment. On Friday, KSAT 12 got a construction tour at the new Tech Port Center and Arena at Port San Antonio.
City, CPS Energy to collaborate against cyberattacks at new regional center
Read full article: City, CPS Energy to collaborate against cyberattacks at new regional centerThrough the new Alamo Regional Security Operations Center at Port San Antonio, city officials say they can collaborate closely with CPS Energy -- and possibly soon other local organizations -- to help each other better protect against cyberattacks.
City Council shifts bond money to fund drainage, streets; several members want further cuts to trail system
Read full article: City Council shifts bond money to fund drainage, streets; several members want further cuts to trail systemSan Antonio City Council members agreed Wednesday to tweak the cityās upcoming $1.2 billion bond program to send more money to basic infrastructure needs, though nearly half the council members still donāt think itās enough.
WATCH: Learn about starting your own business during KSATās San Antonio Startup Week Town Hall
Read full article: WATCH: Learn about starting your own business during KSATās San Antonio Startup Week Town HallThe town hall was hosted by KSAT 12ā²s Max Massey and Tiffany Huertas and included members of the San Antonio business and tech community.
Tequila bottles found on new Air Force One in development in San Antonio, report says
Read full article: Tequila bottles found on new Air Force One in development in San Antonio, report saysTwo empty miniature bottles of tequila were found this month on one of Boeingās new Air Force One planes under development at Port San Antonio, the Wall Street Journal reported.
San Antonio area students speak with NASA astronauts at International Space Station
Read full article: San Antonio area students speak with NASA astronauts at International Space StationStudents were able to speak with three NASA astronauts about things like the future of space travel and what it takes to become an astronaut.
Port San Antonioās new state-of-the-art facility an investment in the future of tech
Read full article: Port San Antonioās new state-of-the-art facility an investment in the future of techPort San Antonio is becoming a hub of technology for the region and its leaders are taking big steps to expand with a new event center.
Texas governor arrives in San Antonio with crates of water flown in as part of winter storm relief efforts
Read full article: Texas governor arrives in San Antonio with crates of water flown in as part of winter storm relief effortsSAN ANTONIO ā Governor Greg Abbott came to Port San Antonio on Sunday to provide an update on state recovery efforts, but he didnāt show up empty-handed. Water flown into San Antonio for winter storm relief. Full Screen Full Screen 1 / 12 Governor Abbott comes to San Antonio to give an update on the state's winter storm recovery efforts. In San Antonio, power has been restored to nearly all households, and 98% have had their water restored, as of Sunday morning, according to SAWS. RELATED: Texas governor asks President Joe Biden for major disaster declaration for winter storm
Alabama chosen for US Space Command HQ over San Antonio, reports say
Read full article: Alabama chosen for US Space Command HQ over San Antonio, reports saySAN ANTONIO ā Multiple news outlets in Alabama are reporting that Redstone Army Airfield near Huntsville, Alabama, has been chosen as the site for the U.S. Space Command headquarters. Port San Antonio had been on the shortlist along with Colorado Springs, Colorado; Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico; Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska; and Patrick Air Force Base, Florida. Senator John Cornyn sent a letter to Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett in support of selecting San Antonio for U.S. Space Commandās future headquarters. āSan Antonio was honored to be among the finalists for the U.S. Space Command headquarters. The process enabled us to highlight our many assets and attributes including our cybersecurity, medical and training missions as well as Port San Antonio,ā Nirenberg said in a statement to KSAT.
Leading SA: Whatās next for Port San Antonio
Read full article: Leading SA: Whatās next for Port San AntonioSAN ANTONIO ā Despite all of the challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, San Antonioās economy is continuing to grow. And, a vital part of this growth is Port San Antonio. Port San Antonio has over 80 tenant customers who employ more than 14,000 people, generating over $5 billion in annual economic activity in the Alamo City. Jim Perschbach, president and CEO of Port San Antonio, joined Leading SA Sunday to discuss what is on the horizon for Port San Antonio as we near the new year. RELATED: Texas Sen. John Cornyn announced San Antonio a finalist for Space Command headquarters
No Santa, no gift wrap, but Elf Louise still delivering Christmas joy
Read full article: No Santa, no gift wrap, but Elf Louise still delivering Christmas joySAN ANTONIO ā Not a creature is stirring inside the cavernous warehouse turned Elf Louise workshop. āNever even crossed my mind,ā said Bill Harrison, executive director for 30 years at the Elf Louise Christmas Project. Now gearing up for year 52, Elf Louise is seeing big demand. Not even a pandemic can stop Elf Louise from delivery Christmas joy, but there will be some changes. āWe are giving out love and understanding and joyful approach to Christmas,ā Harrison said.
New paint removing laser system revolutionary in efficiency and safety
Read full article: New paint removing laser system revolutionary in efficiency and safetySAN ANTONIO ā Port San Antonio is one of the technology hubs of the Alamo City and it already contributes more than $5 billion to the Texas economy, while creating tens of thousands of jobs. The laser is integral for the industry and it is revolutionary in its efficiency and safety. "The business value of removing paint by the system is high. XYREC chose San Antonio and Port SA because of the companyās partnership with the Southwest Research Institute and Port SAās growing tech field. But using these back areas, these hidden areas, youāre going to see an awful lot of this type of groundbreaking research going on,ā Perschbach said.
Port San Antonio Board approves $60 million innovation center
Read full article: Port San Antonio Board approves $60 million innovation centerThe Board of Directors for the Port San Antonio announced Thursday the approval of $60 million for a innovation center. According to a press release, the innovation center will feature 130,000 square feet of building, and have competitors and spectators of major esports events, students and families participating in entertainment, cultural and learning experiences and a showcase for technological innovations made by the industries top dogs. New tech training hub at Port San Antonio will provide resources for job huntersThe center will be funded through a commercial loan, which the Port will repay through multiple revenue streams generated by partnerships. The Board of Directors also directed that profits from the innovation center will help out technology-focused K-12, college-level and professional programs for development. Click here for more information about this project.
Startup at Port SA developing sorting robots that help FedEx
Read full article: Startup at Port SA developing sorting robots that help FedExSAN ANTONIO Port San Antonio is the technology hub of the Alamo City and it is seemingly growing by the day and the companies on the campus are growing as well. Now, Plus One Robotics, a local startup at Port SA, is becoming an instrumental part of the world-wide delivery service. Port San Antonio is a hidden technological and economic gem of San Antonio and of Texas. Well, Austins doing a lot of great things, but in San Antonio, were doing some things that are even more impressive. You see what Plus One Robotics is doing with artificial intelligence, supervised autonomy and sensors, technology on robots.
New tech training hub at Port San Antonio will provide resources for job hunters
Read full article: New tech training hub at Port San Antonio will provide resources for job huntersSAN ANTONIO During the coronavirus pandemic, thousands of people here in San Antonio have lost their jobs. In an effort to help locals with employment, Port San Antonio has created a new tech training hub that will provide a variety of educational and economic development activities. The San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology (SAMSAT) will launch the facility within weeks at the Port SA campus, according to a news release. Workforce Solutions Alamo, the Bexar County Strong Workforce Program, Alamo Colleges, Project Quest and SA Works are among the organizations that will provide services. Read also: San Antonio Works jobs report focuses on helping those who have lost their jobs during the pandemic
JBSA air show canceled due to COVID-19 concerns
Read full article: JBSA air show canceled due to COVID-19 concernsSAN ANTONIO ā The Joint Base San Antonio Air Show that was scheduled for November has been canceled due to COVID-19. Gen. Caroline Miller, commander, JBSA and 502d Air Base Wing. The next air show is scheduled for April 23-24, 2022, at JBSA-Randolph, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force. This is the second big event in San Antonio that was scheduled for November and had to be canceled. The 11-day citywide bash, Fiesta, which had already been postponed in April, was canceled last week due to coronavirus concerns.
UTSA students, Intertek collaborate in developing new system to test exhaust emissions
Read full article: UTSA students, Intertek collaborate in developing new system to test exhaust emissionsSAN ANTONIO Port San Antonio is home to several game-changing companies and one of them, Intertek, is currently utilizing a team of University of Texas at San Antonio students to stay at the forefront of their industry. Now, a team of University of Texas at San Antonio students, is helping in that endeavor. Raj Patel is a member of the The R2D2 Visionaries team, a group of UTSA students who helped develop a new system of testing exhaust emissions. UTSA emissions testing image 2. With the new system referred to as a bench, the sampling methods show tangible evidence of the final measurement much faster.