Port Everglades Association
Wednesday, June 3, 2026. We move into June with extraordinary momentum — and head straight into our signature annual gathering this Friday, the Economic Engine Performance Report, already sold out with 700 leaders from across Broward County and South Florida. It’s a defining moment for our region and a testament to the strength of our maritime, transportation, tourism, and logistics community. Looking just ahead, Friday, June 12–Sunday, June 14 brings our Annual Bimini Retreat, one of the most anticipated weekends of the year for Port Everglades Association members — a blend of connection, collaboration, and coastal escape.
Friday, June 5, 2026. Port Everglades Association welcomes a sold‑out audience of 700 leaders from across Broward County and South Florida to the Atlantic Ballroom East for our annual Economic Engine Performance Report, held from 11.15am – 1.20pm at the newly expanded Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention Center. This annual signature program brings together the executives who power our region’s interconnected economic engines, and we are honored to feature Broward County Mayor Mark Bogan; Coree Cuff Lonergan, Broward County Transit; Mark Gale, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport; Stacy Ritter, Visit Lauderdale; Joseph Morris, Port Everglades; and Monica Cepero, Broward County Commissioner. Their insights will be guided by today’s moderator and Event Chairman, Russell Benford, Vice President, Royal Caribbean Group, as we examine the performance, priorities, and shared momentum driving Broward’s economic future. Network with friends, associates, new and old, it’s the most talked about Port Everglades Association event of the year which is not to be missed. Come early and network! Completely sold out! Complimentary Parking, follow the signs! [email protected]. 954.463.2801.
Friday. June 12 – Sunday 14, 2026. 3rd Annual Port Everglades Association Bimini Retreat via Balearia Caribbean & Resorts World Bimini. Departing early Friday, returning Sunday evening. FREE round-trip ferry for Members compliments of Port Everglades Association. Accompanying family members will have a special discounted round-trip rate of $150 per person. Participants are responsible for Resorts World Bimini, special rate of $279 plus taxes and resorts fees per night. Our weekend includes a special day water excursion Friday, late afternoon Happy Hour and a special hosted dinner party Saturday night. 954.463.2801
As Port Everglades continues to strengthen its position as one of the leading trade gateways in the United States, 2026 Trade Numbers publication, highlights the Port’s continued growth, resilience, and strategic importance in global commerce. The 2026 report reflects another year of strong performance across our diversified cargo portfolio, including containerized cargo, refrigerated perishables, petroleum, breakbulk, and international trade activity. Port Everglades continues to serve as a critical link connecting South Florida and the United States with markets throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and beyond. Driven by strategic infrastructure investments, operational efficiencies, strong public-private partnerships, and our advantageous geographic location, Port Everglades achieved record cargo activity in Fiscal Year 2025, surpassing 1.16 million TEUs and reinforcing our leadership in Florida’s perishables market.
DHL, one of the world’s largest logistics and shipping companies, is closing a Miami‑Dade warehouse and laying off staff, according to the South Florida Business Journal. The move reflects internal restructuring rather than a slowdown in South Florida freight demand, and no direct impact to Port Everglades operations is expected. www.bizjournals.com.
The global cruise fleet is set to grow to around at least 540 sh ips by 2037, from a fleet of 459 ships at the start of 2026, according to the 2026 Cruise Industry News Annual Report.That also means that the passenger capacity grows from about 36 million at the start of this year to nearly 50 million over the next 10 years. Based on the current orderbook, the biggest capacity increases will come this year, with a 9 percent increase in passengers, followed by 5 percent in 2027, 4 percent in 2028 and 3 percent in 2029, 2030, 2031 and 2033.
Monday, June 8, 2026. Columbia Miami Road Show. 8.30am-10.30am. World Trade Center Miami Inc. 5835 Waterford District Drive, Suite 100, Miami 33126. In 2024 Columbia had $54.8 million, 52.9 consumers, 4/5 days to South Florida. https://www.trade.gov/florida
Tuesday, 9 – Wednesday 10, June 2026. Cruise Ship Interiors Expo at Miami Beach Convention Center. 250 exhibiting suppliers and design studios offering the finest products and services on the market. The forefront of cruise design and guest experience. Attend the IDCEC-accredited conference and hear from Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Virgin Voyages, Regent Seven Seas Cruises & Oceania Cruises, and many more. Expect in-depth discussions, working groups, and Q&As covering the industry's latest topics, trends, and projects. Not to be missed, entrance is free but you must register. www.cruiseshipinteriors-expo.com.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The 57th Edition of Port Everglades Trade Partner Webinar Series featuring: Broward County / Port Everglades Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Number 25. Presenters are Krystal Permanan - Senior Manager - Business Development and Donna Young - Program Coordinator. Krystal and Donna will provide an in-depth presentation regarding the latest developments and updates to this vital program. 10am - 11am. EST. Webinar will air via Microsoft Team. Robert Barcelo 954.468.0177. Mobile 954.253.4407 [email protected]
Monday June 22, 2026. Is the deadline for submitting applications. PIANC (The US Section of the World Association for Waterborne Transport Infrastructure) is seeking qualified experts to join four new working groups. These groups will focus on developing technical guidance on critical topics in the waterborne transport sector. 1. WG 270: Strategies to Prevent Negative Effects of External Threats in IW Infrastructure and Facilities. 2. WG 271: IW Guidelines for Navigation Availability Assessment. 3. WG 272: Decarbonization of the Inland Navigation Fleet. 4. WG 273: Optimized MaintenanceDredging Volumes in Inland Waterways. To apply and for more details on each working group, please visit the PIANC website at: https://pianc.us/wg-vacancies/
Lori Baer, Executive Director, Port Everglades Association. 954.463.2801. [email protected]
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