Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Last Friday's 45th Annual Seaport Golf Tournament was a resounding success, setting a new benchmark as the best tournament in our 45-year history. Led by Captain Chuck Runnion, a sold-out field of 144 players enjoyed excellent weather, spirited competition, and outstanding fellowship throughout the day.  Congratulations to Quality Containers, our 2026 Tournament Champions, with a winning score of 54. Following a tiebreaker, KEITH captured second place, with Paradise Bank rounding out the top three finishers. We extend our sincere appreciation to banner sponsors McAllister Towing and HGT Florida, along with all of our sponsors, players, and volunteers for helping make this year's event truly exceptional.

Finally, a friendly reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend. Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour before retiring Saturday night.

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, discuss initiatives for growing the role of the FEC and its 351-mile mainline in the ’s 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. We are SOLD OUT!   954.463.2801

Port Everglades receives $30.75 million in Federal Funding for Fuel modernization announced this week by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. The grant is part of a $498 million Federal investment to modernize our ports.  Port Everglades’ award will be used to facilitate relocation of a structural bulkhead and widen the slip to 450’ allowing accommodation of larger more economic vessels.  Joseph Morris, Port Everglades CEO and Port Director said, “The Port is greatly appreciative……Broward County Board of County Commissioners and the Port remains committed to ensuring our energy dominance in Florida and globally as part of the port’s strategic Master/Vision Plan.” www.porteverglades.net

Port Everglades has turned the tide!  Over 5.38 million cruise guests were welcomed in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The cruise season is upon us!   Martin Jackson has been appointed Director of the newly created Cruise Services Division. The Cruise Guide 2027-2028 is published and is online.  Romero Britto’s new artwork greets guests at the Palm Garage.  Royal Caribbean’s “Legend of the Seas”, accommodating 7,600 guests will homeport Port Everglades in 2027.  Orient Express Corinthian is new to the port this season.  Crystal Symphony will also homeport with us.  Port Everglades will host nine cruise lines and 40 different cruise ships.  Port infrastructure updates include enhancements to Terminal 18. Details www.porteverglades.net

AAA projects a 3.6% increase in U.S. cruisers next year. Of the 22.4 million projected cruisers, AAA says 71% will sail the Caribbean.  Good news for South Florida, especially Port Everglades! www.aaa.com

JetBlue began flying daily between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Cali, Colombia (CLO) on October 15, its second new Colombian route out of South Florida this month.  The route is one piece of a much larger push at FLL. JetBlue says it has added 12 nonstop destinations from the airport since December 2025 Columbus, Indianapolis, and San Diego come online in November, and the airline expects to run more than 150 daily departures from Fort Lauderdale at winter peak, its biggest FLL schedule to date. By JetBlue’s count, it now offers more flights and nonstop destinations from FLL than any other carrier.  www.jetblue.com

Wednesday October 28 - Sunday November 1, 2026.  67^th Annual Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. As the world's largest in-water boat show, it spans multiple waterfront locations featuring1,300 boats and 1,000 exhibiting brands to six venues across the region! Its 67th year comes with new experiences on and off the water, including a second Windward VIP destination at Bahia Mar, a floating pickleball court at Las Olas Marina, celebrity chef dining, super-yachts, family-friendly activities and more. It brings $1.79 billion economic impact plus 100,000 jobs across Florida.  Tickets: wwwflibs.com

Thursday, October 29, 2026.  10th Annual Marine Research Hub Summit at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.  Join us for us our annual program diving into blue/ocean economy initiatives, research, and solutions with emerging commercialization potential.  7am - Meet at Water Taxi departure location.  Stop #1 (between Riverside Hotel & Stranahan House.)  departs SHARP! 8.30am – 10.30am - Breakfast, Networking & MRH Presentations.  Event registration includes Water Taxi transportation & FLIBS ticket.  Invitation is non-transferable. Information Katherine O'Fallon, 786.778-.453, [email protected]

Wednesday, October 30, 2026.  2026 SFRPC & TCRPC Conference. Join Blue Tech entrepreneurs, investors, and others.  Blue Tech includes the technologies, products, and services used to explore, understand, protect, and work in the ocean and coastal environment. 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/

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, CBP / Port Everglades Perishable Cargo Meeting.  Hosted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Port Everglades.  1.30pm – 2.30pm.  Port Everglades Administration Building.  Third Floor, Conference Room (Room 301) Auditorium.  Register Robert Barcelo   954.468.0177. Mobile.954.253.4407

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/EconDev

Port Everglades Association 2026 Calendar