• Port Everglades Association

    Florida's Premier Port Business organization promoting the growth of Port Everglades Since 1979


    PEA serves as a bridge between public and private interests to facilitate the Port's achievement of its rightful place as a leader in the ranks of America's port ocean commerce.

  • TURNING THE TIDE, 2025

    Port Everglades Association  

    Wednesday, February 12, 2025.  We love our Members and Guests and wish you all a happy Valentine’s Day this Friday and President’s weekend. In honor of President’s Day our offices are closed on Monday.

    Friday, March 7, 2025.  Our Port Everglades Association Business Luncheon at Lauderdale Yacht Club, 11.30am – 1.30pm is honored to announce U.S. Rep. Brian Mast will be topping our program.  Mast, a highly decorated military veteran, is the newly elected Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.  He is also a member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee.  He represents Florida’s 21st Congressional District and is a staunch advocate of protecting the environment and preserving our state’s natural resources. Joining us on the program is Giora Israel, President of his Company after three decades with Carnival Corporation he will provide us with a big-picture update on maritime energy sources.  The program will culminate in a special briefing from Port Everglades CEO and Port Director, Joseph Morris on the latest at the Port.  Make your reservations now, we always get sold out very quickly! 954.463.2801.  www.portbiz.org.

    Friday, May 30, 2025.  Mark your calendar!  Port Everglades Association presents The Annual Economic Engine Performance Report at Broward Convention Center.  The panel will be Mark Gale, Joseph Morris, Coree Cuff Lonergan, Stacy Ritter, moderator Russell Benford.  We are proud to welcome Florida Transportation Secretary, Jared Perdue. The annual briefing on business is by Broward’s Airport, Seaport and Tourism Leaders If you are not a sponsor or a table host or a guest at a table, you STILL should plan to attend. As a benefit of your membership, you get one seat at no cost. You must contact the office to confirm your participation. 954.463.2801.  www.portbiz.org.
     


    Port Everglades Association’s President, Justin Weir, has been has honored by The Signal Mutual Indemnity Association.  Weir is President of Florida International Terminal (FIT) and was awarded this prestigious Executive Leadership Award for his work promoting worker safety and health.  FIT has a management system that considers training and education on all safety topics for its more than 500 International Longshoremen’s Association workers.  Congratulations Justin. www.saamterminals.comwww.fitpev.com

    The ambitious $1.3 billion project to improve, deepen and widen Port Everglades has a projected start date for the dredging in 2028 and should take eight to 10 years to complete.  Currently authorized at 42’, moving forward, this will be deepened to a template of 50.’ “Cargo ships and petroleum tanker vessels are getting larger, and deeper depth is essential. The project has stalled over the environmental impact regarding coral reefs which the Army Core of Engineers is working to resolve. www.portevergldes.net.

    Revitalizing US commercial shipbuilding is likely to be a complex and lengthy endeavor Maersk CEO, Clerc said speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos explained that even with tariffs, it would take 6-7 years for first US-built ship.  Full article. www.worldcargonews.com

    Thursday, February 13, 2025.  U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Trade is hosting a webinar titled Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA). providing an overview of the EAPA process.  After the live event, this and other previously recorded webinars will be available for replay. www.cbptradevents.certain.com

    Tuesday, February 25, 2025.  Leverage International Trade Through AI, Blockchain, and Crypto Event.  9am - 11pm. City of Miramar 2300 Civic Center Place Miramar, FL 33025. Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, and associated cryptocurrencies are rapidly gaining traction globally and becoming much more mainstream. Registration, $55 pp Information [email protected]  www.eventbrite.com

    Wednesday, Feb. 26th, from 7:30 am -12 noon.  Dive into the $28 billion plan to harden our infrastructure addressing Climate Challenges at Broward Center for Performing Arts. This event being presented by Broward County, The Broward Workshop, Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, and the Marine Research Hub Information [email protected].  954.462.5380

    Thursday, March 13, 2025.  Logistics & Supply Chain Leaders Meeting.  Cruise Terminal 25, Port Everglades.  Robert Barcelo 954.468 .0177  Mobile: 954.253 .4407 [email protected]

    Sunday 2 – Wednesday 5, March, 2025.  TPM25. Long Beach, California. Port Everglades is participating in TPM25.  We are connecting to discuss how our Port can be a viable port of entry for Florida / Asia Imports and Exports. Information, Robert Barcelo 954.468 .0177         Mobile: 954.253 .4407 [email protected]



    Monday, March 31 to Tuesday, April 1, Oceans Day 2025, Tallahassee. This year’s conference will focus on Florida’s Ocean Economy: Building a Sustainable Future, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to ensure the long-term health and vitality of the State’s coasts and oceans. [email protected]

    Monday 7 – Thursday 10, April, 2025.  Seatrade Cruise Global at Miami Convention Center.  www.seatradecruiseevents.com

    Friday, April 11, 2025.  Coast Guard Foundation’s Twenty Ninth Gala Event honoring the U.S. Coast Guard.  Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, Reception 6.30pm, Dinner and Program 7.30pm.  Our own Port Everglades Association Executive Director, Ms. Lori Baer is the 2025 Coast Guard Foundation’s Tribute to the Seventh District’s Honoree!  860.457.1413 [email protected].

    Wednesday 23 – Wednesday 30, April 2025The 31st Fleet Week is returning to Fort Lauderdalewww.browardnavydaysinc.org

    Lori Baer, Executive Director, Port Everglades Association. 954.463.2801.  www.portbiz.org.

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