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Jul 19, 2024

Port Canaveral Hosts ‘World’s Biggest Wave Out Party’ for Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas on her Maiden Voyage

Nearly 800 people lined the shoreline at Port Canaveral’s Jetty Park today to bid “Bon Voyage” to Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas as she embarked on her first revenue sailing from Port Canaveral.

Jul 17, 2024

Dr. Jeff Long, Ph.D. Joins Canaveral Port Authority as Chief Financial Officer

The Canaveral Port Authority announced today Dr. Jeff Long, Ph.D. has joined the Port as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 15, 2024.

Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray (right), Canaveral Port Authority Commission Vice Chair Wayne Justice (left) and Utopia of the Seas Captain Gus Andersson

Jul 12, 2024

Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas Arrives at Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral welcomed home Royal Caribbean International’s new Utopia of the Seas, the ultimate short getaway.

Map of Freddie Patrick Park boat ramp parking configuration with enter and exit traffic access points

Jul 10, 2024

Port Canaveral Boat Parking Announced for 2024 Red Snapper Season

The Canaveral Port Authority is expecting boat trailer parking at Port Canaveral will be in high demand again during the 2024 Federal Atlantic Recreational Red Snapper Season.

Jul 02, 2024

Port Canaveral Receives Green Marine Recertification for Environmental Excellence

Port Canaveral has once again earned Green Marine re-certification underscoring the Port’s commitment to environmental excellence in port operations.

Concrete pile installation at North Cargo Berth 4

Jul 01, 2024

Port Canaveral Advances Berth Renovation of North Cargo Berth 4

Work is progressing well on an extensive $39 million capital improvement project to rebuild Port Canaveral’s North Cargo Berth 4 (NCB4).

Jun 27, 2024

Join Us for the July 5th Fireworks Celebration at Port Canaveral

Skies above Port Canaveral will light up with color and sound on the evening of July 5th for the traditional fireworks celebration hosted by The Cove Merchants Association and Port Canaveral.

MSC Grandiosa will homeport at Port Canaveral

May 16, 2024

MSC Cruises to Expand at Port Canaveral with the Arrival of the MSC Grandiosa

MSC Cruises is expanding its presence at Port Canaveral with a second ship, bringing more 7-night sailings and more short cruises to The Bahamas.

Port Canaveral’s new cruise terminal will be located at existing North 8 berth

May 09, 2024

Port Canaveral Plans New Cruise Terminal 7 to Meet Growing Industry Demand

Port Canaveral announced its plan today to build a new cruise terminal to meet the growing demands of the cruise industry.

Applications for the 2024-25 school year will be accepted through June 30, 2024

Apr 26, 2024

Canaveral Port Authority Opens Applications for Junior Ambassador Program

The Canaveral Port Authority Board of Commissioners once again invites Brevard County high school students to apply to become young ambassadors for Port Canaveral.

Fishing Vessel Drill Conductor Training flyer

Mar 12, 2024

Fishing Vessel Drill Conductor Training in Port Canaveral

The Alaska Marine Safety Education Association (AMSEA) will offer a Fishing Vessel Drill Conductor Course in Cape Canaveral , Florida.

Port Canaveral’s second mobile harbor crane aboard the MV BBC Moonstone

Feb 12, 2024

Port Canaveral Expands Cargo Handling Capacities with Addition of Second Mobile Harbor Crane

Port Canaveral welcomed a new addition to its landside cargo operations with the arrival of a second mobile harbor crane, marking a significant expansion in the Port’s ability to handle an increasingly diverse cargo portfolio.

Feb 02, 2024

Marine Towing of Tampa Extends Fleet Operations to Serve as Tug Operator at Port Canaveral

Marine Towing of Tampa, LLC (MTOT) and E.N. Bisso & Son, Inc announced that they have executed and closed on an Asset Purchase Agreement.

Best U.S. Port in 2023 Port Canaveral Graphic

Jan 02, 2024

Port Canaveral Voted Best US Cruise Homeport of 2023

Florida’s Port Canaveral has been named the Best US Homeport for 2023 in the annual Cruise Hive Awards.

Dec 13, 2023

Port Canaveral Expands Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure with Fast-Charging Options

Port Canaveral, in collaboration with Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), will introduce six cutting-edge FPL EVolution® Level 3 fast charging stations to offer expanded opportunities to charge electric vehicles at the Port.

Nov 09, 2023

Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray Delivers “2023 State of the Port” Address

Capt. John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO, presented a comprehensive overview of the Port's strong performance in Fiscal Year 2023 and expressed a positive outlook for the upcoming FY 2024 during his annual "State of Port" address on Nov. 8 at Cruise Terminal 1.

Oct 26, 2023

Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas Begins Homeport at Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral welcomed home Royal Caribbean International’s Allure of the Seas, the first of the game-changing Oasis Class ships to sail 3- and 4-night getaways to The Bahamas and the cruise line’s award-winning private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

Sep 25, 2023

Disney Treasure to Debut at Port Canaveral in 2024

Disney Cruise Line's newest addition, the Disney Treasure, will make its grand debut at Port Canaveral in December 2024, marking a historic moment as it joins Disney's prestigious fleet.

Aug 15, 2023

Celebrity Cruises to Homeport Celebrity Equinox in Port Canaveral Beginning in December 2024

Celebrity Cruises has chosen Port Canaveral to homeport their award-winning Celebrity Equinox to expand the brand’s sailings to the Caribbean starting December 3, 2024, through April 19, 2025.

Jul 20, 2023

‘Clean Canaveral’ Completes First LNG Bunkering of Cargo Vessel at Port Canaveral

The Clean Canaveral liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunker barge has completed its first barge-to-ship bunkering of a cargo vessel at Port Canaveral’s South Cargo Berth 4.