Economic Impact Analysis Of Texas Marine Resources And Industries

Attention has centered in recent months on the importance of the oceans and shipping for the economy of the United States. Particular focus has been on the economic influence and potential of marine resources on the economies of all nations in the world. Marine resources and marine industries have historically been major propulsive elements of economic growth in the state of Texas. The following sections will focus on the overall economic importance of the marine environment with specific reference to marine-oriented activity in Texas.