Crews are working to remove the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge from Baltimore's shipping channels. Meanwhile, Florida's seaports are stepping in to support industry partners by providing alternative routes for cargo movement to and from Baltimore. JAXPORT, a major vehicle-handling port in the U.S., has already started receiving shipments initially destined for Baltimore. The port typically handles over 700,000 new vehicles annually and recently received 1,600 vehicles that were rerouted from Baltimore.
Florida’s ports are described as "America’s supply chain solution," with assurances of reliability and resilience in ensuring cargo delivery from ship to shelf. Concerns have arisen regarding bridge safety at other ports nationwide, including those in Florida. Collaborations with entities like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Florida Department of Transportation aim to maintain strong, safe, and secure port infrastructure.
A recent Port Safety, Security and Infrastructure Investment hearing was held at PortMiami by joint subcommittees on Maritime Transportation and Homeland Security. Fred Wong Jr., representing PortMiami, provided testimony during this congressional committee meeting. Congressmen Daniel Webster, Carlos Gimenez, and Mario Diaz Balart were acknowledged for their leadership roles.
The president recently discussed Florida's ports' response to the Baltimore incident with the News Service of Florida. Readers are encouraged to learn more about these efforts through that interview.
"Thank you for your leadership in helping make Florida America’s supply chain solution."