PortMiami, among the nation’s busiest ports, contributes approximately $41 billion and more than 324,000 jobs annually to the South Florida economy. Its sustained performance propels Miami to be recognized as the Cruise Capital of the World and Global Cargo Gateway.
After completing more than $1 billion of capital improvements on the cargo side, including a deep water channel with a depth of -50/52 feet, the acquisition of new super Post-Panamax gantry cranes, upgrades to on-dock intermodal rail providing connectivity to 70% of U.S. population in less than four days, and a fast access tunnel link to the U.S. interstate highway system, the world’s largest container shipping alliances have made PortMiami their preferred port solidifying its position as a world class global gateway.
PortMiami is also the closest U.S. East Coast port to the Panama Canal, and since the opening of the its new locks in June 2016, Miami has seen a significant increase in Asian trade as well as bigger ships with deeper drafts calling at the Port.
Last year the Cruise Capital of the World set another world record in cruise passenger traffic with nearly 5 million vacationers sailing through PortMiami. And recently, the Port launched a new modern cruise era making renovations and improvements including options for new cruise berths, terminals, and parking facilities in preparation for the next generation of cruise ships.
The PortMiami team is continuously looking at ways to enhance its customers’ experience and is committed to continue offering optimum infrastructure combined with impeccable customer service.
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