Port Everglades Association
Wednesday, October 7, 2026. On Columbus Day, Monday, October 12, 2026, we honor the spirit of exploration that shaped America’s maritime legacy — a perfect reminder of the vital role our ports and logistics partners continue to play today. October is action‑packed across Port Everglades, with a full slate of events and engagements on the calendar below. We also proudly recognize the prestigious appointment of our Port Director Joseph Morris to the AAPA Board, a testament to the leadership and excellence driving our port forward, see below for other team AAPA appointments.
Friday, October 23, 2026. Port Everglades Association Seaport Golf Tournament is right around the corner at Plantation Golf Course and Club. Full hot breakfast and check-in open at 7.30am, Shotgun start at 9am. Full barbecue lunch after play with Tournament Winners and Raffle Prizes, 1.15pm -3pm. Reminder to all confirmed foursomes for the Seaport Golf Tournament, please make sure your players have full details of the day. All Members are invited, even if you don’t play, cheer on our players and enjoy the barbecue! We are SOLD OUT! 954.463.2801.
Friday, November 6, 2026. Presenting “Oceans and Rails of Opportunity” at our Business Luncheon, Lauderdale Yacht Club, 11.30am – 1.30pm
Michael Britton, Head of North America Market Ocean Products at A.P. Moller-Maersk, returns to talk about how one of the world’s largest container shipping companies – and a key provider of weekly Port Everglades sailings – is advancing fleet expansion while navigating the global logistics landscape, even amidst Middle East security concerns. Britton has three decades of ocean container shipping expertise.
Leo Vishnyak, Director of Sales for International Intermodal and Automotive Services for Florida East Coast Railway, discusses initiatives for growing the role of the FEC and its 351-mile mainline in the transportation network – from expanding Port Everglades freight rail use to major capacity upgrades. The FEC also is solidifying Class I rail partnerships and looking to ferry deployment with an eye toward future trade.
Joseph Morris, CEO & Port Director of Port Everglades, leads us off and offers his thoughts for the program. Now taking reservations, hurry, we always fill up quickly! 954.463.2801 or www.portbiz.org.
Port Everglades and Team Earn Distinctions at 2026 115th Annual American Association of Port Authorities’ Conference recently.
Joseph Morris CEO& Port Director was elected to serve on the 2026-2028 AAPA Board of Directors, representing the South Atlantic region.
The Port's Director of Facilities Maintenance, Harris Hamid, P.E., achieved his AAPA Professional Port Management (PPM) certification.
Fellow PPM certificate holder Jorge Hernández, Director of Business Development, was a featured panelist. Congratulations to all!
Port Everglades Association welcome two new members. Gulf Building, the company, is a general contractor & construction management firm specializing in commercial, healthcare, aviation, hospitality and high-end residential projects. Kristen Brevi will represent the firm at our business luncheons. www.gulfbuilding.com. Adelte Technologies, Inc. is our other new member, the firm is an international engineering company designing, building and maintaining passenger boarding bridges, as well as equipment & infrastructure solutions for airports, seaports, and road transport operations. Representative Alex Sivila and Mario Pagano will attend our business luncheons. www.adelte.com. Congratulations to both companies!
Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance hosts their Annual Dinner, 5.30pm-8.30pm. Broward County Convention Center Atlantic Ballroom. 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. www.GFLALliance.org/2026annual
Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Annual Cruise Kick-Off Meeting, Port Everglades. Broward County Convention Center. 11.30am – 1.30pm. Luncheon served. Free parking on Convention Center’s Parking Garage ground floor. Reservation by Wednesday, October 14 at Eventbrite
Thursday, October 22, 2026. Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization presents the 5th Annual State of the Region & Annual Awards at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. We honor a distinguished group of leaders, Senator James Scott (Lifetime Achievement Award,) Steve Braun, FDOT District 4 (Community Impact Award,) Coree Cuff Lonergan (Visionary Award,) Lisa Scott Founds (Champion Award.) [email protected] 954.876.0073
Saturday, October 24, 2026. 30th Annual International Golden Compass Award Gala at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Our favorite Port Everglades Association members, Port Everglades Pilots Association is being honored this year. The prestigious Compass Golden Compass Gala is Seafarer’s House’s largest Annual Fundraiser. Make your reservation now [email protected]. Sponsorships 786.985.6049
Sunday, 25 – Wednesday, 28 October, 2026 Robert Barcelo will be in Georgetown, Guyana, for Port Everglades at CSA’s 56th Annual General Meeting, Conference, & Exhibition. If attending, make sure we connect so we can help you expand Caribbean trade! 954.253.4407. [email protected]
Wednesday October 28 - Sunday November 1, 2026. 67th Annual Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. As the world's largest in-water boat show, it spans multiple waterfront locations featuring 1,300 boats and 1,000 exhibiting brands to six venues across the region! Its 67th year comes with new experiences on and off the water. It brings $1.79 billion economic impact plus 100,000 jobs across Florida. Tickets now available wwwflibs.com
Wednesday, October 30, 2026. 2026 SFRPC & TCRPC Conference. Join leaders working to elevate Southeast Florida as the emerging state and national leader in the Blue Tech Economy. Glenn Whitshire, Deputy Director, Port Everglades will be one of the keynote speakers. 8.30am – 3.30pm, Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Information www.sfregionalcouncil.org. 954.924.3653. and www.tcrpc.org. 772.221.4060.
Wednesday 4 – Friday 6, November, 2026. 18th Annual Southeast Florida Climate Leadership Summit, at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale. Drive climate solutions. www.broward.org/Climate/Summit2026/
Wednesday, 18 – Thursday, 19 November, 2026. Florida International Trade & Cultural Expo (FITCE.) FITCE showcases the benefits of and opportunities for international trade while highlighting diverse arts and cultures from around the world. www.broward.org
2026 Bimini Retreat
Gain first-hand knowledge of ideas and plans which affect Port Everglades and port businesses at the city, county, state and federal levels.
