Florida Ports Council News

Port Tampa Bay welcomes new crane to boost logistics capabilities

Port Logistics Refrigerated Service (PLRS) has introduced a new Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 Mobile Harbor Crane at Port Tampa Bay.

Celebrity Equinox makes historic debut at Port Canaveral

Celebrity Equinox has made history as the first Celebrity Cruises ship to dock at Port Canaveral, a major cruise hub in Central Florida.

Princess Cruises' Caribbean Princess starts voyages from Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral has expanded its fleet with the addition of the Caribbean Princess from Princess Cruises.

Port Tampa Bay doubles economic impact with strategic investments

Port Tampa Bay, the largest and most diverse seaport in Florida, has significantly increased its economic impact on the region.

SeaPort Manatee boosts capabilities with two new mobile harbor cranes

SeaPort Manatee is enhancing its cargo-handling operations with the addition of two new Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 mobile harbor cranes.

PortMiami partners with NCLH for expanded parking facilities

PortMiami and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) have reached an agreement approved by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners.

Port Everglades reports record growth in cruise passengers and cargo volumes

Preliminary figures for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, indicate that Port Everglades has achieved significant growth in cruise, cargo, and petroleum volumes, leading to record revenues.

Florida ports report record growth in revenue and cruise passengers

As the year comes to a close, Florida's ports have reported significant achievements.

Arcadia Cold opens new cold storage facility near JAXPORT

Port partner Arcadia Cold has inaugurated a new cold storage facility in Jacksonville, marking the latest addition to the region's infrastructure aimed at meeting increasing consumer demand for frozen and chilled food.

JAXPORT strengthens global ties with new shipping alliances for 2025

JAXPORT is set to expand its global connections in 2025, following the dissolution of the 2M Alliance.

Ocean Network Express expands services linking Asia with JAXPORT

Beginning in February 2025, Ocean Network Express (ONE) will expand its East Coast 2 (EC2) container service to include the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT), establishing a direct link between Jacksonville and five Asian ports.

Port Panama City highlights economic impact and future projects

Port Panama City Port Director Alex King recently addressed the Bay County Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the significant economic impact of Port Panama City.

Port Everglades welcomes back Crystal for winter season

Port Everglades marked the return of Crystal on November 9, as the cruise line resumed its winter homeport operations.

Port Tampa Bay announces Maersk's new weekly service connecting with Cartagena

Maersk has unveiled plans to introduce a new weekly container service linking Port Tampa Bay with Cartagena, Colombia.

Florida seaports show economic impact; set cruise records

Most residents of Florida may not be fully aware of the crucial role played by the state's seaports in maintaining the flow of goods and supplies.

Port of Palm Beach wins AAPA Lighthouse Award for internship program

The Port of Palm Beach has been awarded a Lighthouse Award by the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) for its outstanding administrative practices, particularly in relation to its revamped Summer Internship Program.

Rooms To Go to receive prestigious Captain James McKay Port Achievement Award

Rooms To Go is set to receive the Captain James McKay Port Achievement Award at this year's Anchor Ball on December 7, 2024.

Port of Pensacola maintains steady cargo activity amid market challenges

The Port of Pensacola has shown resilience in a fluctuating shipping market, maintaining solid cargo activity throughout the fiscal year despite global supply chain challenges.

MSC reintroduces Port Everglades for two shipping services

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has announced a change in port rotation for two of its services, bringing Port Everglades back as a weekly call starting in November.