Wednesday, August 19, 2026 We’re kicking off Labor Day weekend with our Business Luncheon on September 4, followed next month by our Annual Seaport Golf Tournament on October 23 — both already sold out, a testament to the strength of our Port Everglades community. After a long, hot summer in South Florida, we’re all looking ahead to November and the 67th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, one of the most anticipated events of the year. As we enter Fall, mark your calendars for a full slate of luncheons, expos, and industry gatherings — all fueling Port Everglades’ role as Broward County’s powerhouse economic engine.

Friday, September 4, 2026. Our next Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon at Lauderdale Yacht Club, 11.30am-1.30pm steers us into the first big weekend of college football season!  We feature, Piloting Our Port, to kick off Labor Day weekend!  Capt. Joshua Kornblum will be at the helm.  He is one of the elite group of mariners applying exceptional skill in ensuring safe passage and berthing of mega containerships and some of the world’s largest cruise vessels as they call Port Everglades. Capt. Kornblum is among the carefully chosen cadre of 16 harbor pilots – dual-licensed by the State of Florida and U.S. Coast Guard – who provide complete maneuvering service to and from berth to point of embarkation/disembarkation, including docking and undocking. The Port Everglades Pilots Association has been moving ships safely since 1931.  Joseph Morris, CEO & Port Everglades Director, will update us as we navigate our way into the long weekend.   Many thanks to our sponsors, Atkins Realls, Becker, GFC Crane Consultants, & Orion. Get on board today and make your reservation, as you know, seats go quickly!  www.portbiz.org or call 954.463.2801.

Friday, October 23, 2026. Port Everglades Association Seaport Golf Tournament is right around the corner at Plantation Golf Course and Club.  Full hot breakfast at 7.30am, Shotgun start at 9am. Full barbecue lunch after play with Tournament Winners and Raffle Prizes.  All Members are invited, even if you don’t play, cheer on our players and enjoy the barbecue! To be a sponsor or book your foursome, contact us now! www.portbiz.org or call 954.463.2801
 

All eyes are on the Panama Canal.  Increasingly stringent draft restrictions at the Panama Canal could be a peak-season curveball affecting the U.S. for trans-Pacific trade, potentially diverting cargoes to the West Coast, as happened three years ago amid drought conditions. Another scenario is that tiered restrictions would allow ocean carriers to surcharges.  Much depends on how El Nino behaves in the coming months.  www.joc.com

The logistics robots’ market’s trajectory are aiming toward $91.4 billion by 2035.  This reflects something more fundamental than a hot technology cycle. It marks a rethinking of how warehouses and supply chains are built — not around human labor scaled up, but around a hybrid model where robots handle repetitive, high-volume work and people manage the exceptions. The companies that figure out that balance first won’t just move goods faster; they’ll define what competitive logistics looks like for the next decade. www.gminsights.com

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is notifying stakeholders of changes to our customer payment processes. This order directs federal agencies to fully transition to electronic payments and collections to improve efficiency and modernize federal financial transactions. APHIS is transitioning to electronic‑only payment methods in this month. Accepted Electronic Payment Options:  ACH, debit card, credit card, or PayPal via www.pay.gov (recommended for fastest posting.) Bank ACH or FedWire (contact APHIS for required banking details.)  Information.   [email protected] 612‑336‑3400 or 877‑777‑2128.  APHIS appreciates your cooperation as we implement these changes.

Tuesday, August 25, 2026.  Wood Packaging Materials (WPM): Navigating Compliance Webinar. We take a deeper dive into the steps stakeholders should follow when they receive an Emergency Action Notification (EAN). CBP and APHIS experts will walk participants through each phase of the response and resolution process, from initial notification to final outcomes. After the live event, this and other previously recorded webinars will be available for replay at Trade Outreach Webinars. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (cbp.gov).  www.[email protected].

Monday 14 – Wednesday 16 September, 2026. Americas Food & Beverage Show, Miami Beach Convention Center.  Stop by Port Everglades booth, #978 to discuss how Port Everglades can help you expand your trade.  Robert Barcelo  954.253.4407

Monday, September 21, 2026. Combating Unfair Trade: Understanding New AD/CVD Orders and Reporting Evasion to CBP Webinar.  2pm.  This webinar will provide an overview of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s new antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD) orders and how to report AD/CVD evasion to CBP, with an emphasis on the Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA) program. Free, must register [email protected].

Monday 28 – Wednesday 30, September, 2026. American Association of Ports Association, (AAPA) Annual Convention & Expo.  New Orleans Marriott. As global trade, energy demand, and geopolitical uncertainty reshape the maritime landscape, ports are being called upon to play an even greater strategic role. [email protected].

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. Port Everglades Pilots Association is being honored this year.  The Pilots Association celebrated 95 years of Leadership and Dedication to the maritime industry. They are an elite group of carefully chosen mariners who have demonstrated exceptional qualities of skill, dedication, and commitment to service in the maritime industry. We are honored they are members of Port Everglades Association. The prestigious Compass Golden Compass Gala is Seafarer’s House’s largest Annual Fundraiser.   Make your reservation now [email protected].  Sponsorships 786.985.6049.  Mark your calendars now!

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 featuring over 1,300 boats, luxury superyachts, and marine exhibits. It brings $1.79 billion economic impact plus 100,000 jobs across Florida.  Tickets now available wwwflibs.com.

Port Everglades Association 2026 Calendar