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Tropical Shipping is keeping the supply chain moving

This week, Tropical Shipping was featured on WPBF 25 news. President and CEO Jeff Fiser and US Port Operations Manager Claude Clevinger explained how the company is continuing operations while maintaining a safe environment for its employees. Watch WPBF story
Port of Palm Beach receives five safety awards

The Port of Palm Beach continues to show workplace safety is a top priority. This year, the Port received five safety awards from the Palm Beach County Safety Council. Read on...
Who is essential for sustaining the movement of sea freight?

The United States Coast Guard issued a Marine Safety Information Bulletin detailing the identification of essential maritime critical infrastructure workers. Read on...
Sen. Marco Rubio shows support for Port of Palm Beach rail infrastructure

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio recently wrote a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation in support of Port of Palm Beach's application $13.2 million Infrastructure for Rebuilding America grant. Read on...
Donated mobile veterinary clinic exported to the Abaco Islands

Today, port tenant Heavy Lift Services, Inc. loaded a mobile veterinary clinic onto the Vi-Nais cargo ship. Read on...
Port Security Grand Program application deadline extended

On Friday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced it has extended the Port Security Grand Program submission application deadline due to the COVID-19 pandemic Read on...
Port of Palm Beach recognizes Director of Human Resources

This week the Port of Palm Beach is recognizing Director of Human Resources, Beatrice Greffin, known to many as "B." Read on...
Research Vessel Petrel berths at Port of Palm Beach

A well-known research vessel made a stop at the Port of Palm Beach on Friday to pick up a film crew. Watch video...
Port of Palm Beach featured in Florida Ports Council e-newsletter

The Port of Palm Beach is this month's "Port Spotlight" featured in the Florida Ports Council e-newsletter. The article talks about how the port and its tenants are helping rebuild the Bahamas, current projects and cruise deals ahead of spring break. Read article...
Palm Beach Harbor Pilots recognized for their work

The Palm Beach Harbor Pilots received the "Best of Riviera Beach" award for being loyal tenants of the Riviera Beach Marina. Read on...
National Engineers Week

In honor of National Engineers Week, we are shining a spotlight on Port of Palm Beach Engineer Ron Coddington. Watch video here...
Retired fire engine shipped to the Abacos

Last Friday, Heavy Lift Services Inc. loaded a vessel named Pathfinder with a retired fire engine, roofing and building supplies and other donated goods collected by The Eagles' Wings Foundation. Read on...
Riviera Beach students meet former & current NFL stars on board the Grand Classica

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line hosted a special community event on Tuesday, ahead of Super Bowl LIV. Watch video...
Tropical Shipping expands its services

Today marks four months since Tropical Shipping began a new service to Belize City, Belize. Read on...
Port Commisisoners participate in 36th Annual MLK Gala Parade

On Saturday, Port Commissioners Joseph Anderson, Dr. Jean Enright and Wayne Richards attended the City of Riviera Beach's 36th Annual MLK Gala Parade. Read on...
Check out our MLK parade float built by our maintenance team

We don't mean to brag, but we have a talented maintenance team at Port of Palm Beach. Take a look at the parade float they built that looks like a ship. Read on...
Shipping container homes exported to Marsh Harbour

Yesterday, Port of Palm Beach tenant, Heavy Lift Services Inc, loaded the Vi-Nais cargo ship with four shipping containers that have been converted into housing for workers who are rebuilding Marsh Harbour in the Abaco Islands. Watch video...
Berth 1 Construction Complete

Berth 1 reopened this week after undergoing extensive renovations. The $4.5 million construction project replaced about 425 feet of sea wall. Read on...
Port Executive Director recognized for outstanding achievements

The Florida Ports Council congratulated Port of Palm Beach Executive Director Manuel Almira for his accomplishments and contributions he's made to the Port of Palm Beach during the past decade. Read letter...
POPB Executive Director featured in the Palm Beach 100 Business Journal

Port of Palm Beach Executive Director, Manuel Almira, is starting off the new year with a bang. Almira was profiled in a new magazine called the Palm Beach 100, which profiles the top 100 business leaders in the county. Read on...
Port Commission Chair recognized by the Salvation Army

Port of Palm Beach Commission Chair Katherine Waldron was recognized by the Salvation Army of Palm Beach County for helping find warehouse space for the Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program. Watch video...
Promoting the Bahamas

A local Bahamian band called the Junkanoo Gawds performed on Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line's Grand Celebration thanks to local Palm Beach Harbor Pilot Greg Turner, who is passionate about promoting tourism to the Bahamas. Watch video...
More donations headed to Marsh Harbour in time for Christmas

Ro-Ro cargo ship, Duke of Top Sail, is sailing to Marsh Harbour from the Port of Palm Beach for the last time this year. Read on...
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line featured in Gucci holiday ad campaign

Guess who is the star of the new 2019 Gucci Gift Giving Campaign? Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line's Grand Classica. Read on...
Port tenants work together to help the Bahamas

A 53-foot trailer filled with 28 pallets of donated supplies arrived at Port of Palm Beach last week. At least three of our tenants worked together to get the supplies to the port and then onto the Grand Celebration, which shipped the goods to Freeport. Watch video...
More than 380 tons of donated water arrive at Port of Palm Beach

Nineteen semi-trucks arrived at the Port of Palm Beach on Tuesday filled with more than 380 tons of donated water. The water was donated by the state and FPL. The water bound for Nassau, was stored in the Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line's warehouse. Watch video here...
Tropical Shipping sends supplies & equipment to Freeport

On Saturday, Tropical Shipping loaded one of its cargo vessels, the Tropic Opal bound for Freeport, with equipment for power companies as well as donated supplies for their employees and hurricane victims. Watch video...
Port Commission Chair on a misison to help hurricane victims

Port of Palm Beach Commission Chair Katherine Waldron, who co-founded Palm Beach County Cares, met with members of the organization to discuss how to safely and effectively help victims of Hurricane Dorian. Watch video...
Meet our New Employee

The Port of Palm Beach adds new member to the rail and facilities department. Read on...
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line now offering Cruise & Stay package

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is inviting travel advisors to give their clients the ultimate getaway this summer through the unique Cruise & Stay Package. Read on...
Port receives reward for investing in safety equipment

On Friday, August 9, 2019, the Port of Palm Beach received a $2,740 check reward for purchasing safety equipment including personal flotation devices, eye wash stations, medical kits and some other safety items. View Video
Local kids visit the Port of Palm Beach

Summer fun at the Port of Palm Beach! Read on...
The Port of Palm Beach names new Public Information Officer

The Port of Palm Beach welcomes Yaremi Farinas to the team. Farinas will be the Port’s Public Information Officer and Communications Specialist. Read on...
Materials Analysis and Testing (April 2019)

Results of the material testing for the unknown substance affecting the Port of Palm Beach and surrounding properties. The purpose of the analysis was to identify the contaminants. Read more...
Ports Day - April 5, 2019

We proudly celebrate the 4th Annual Western Hemisphere Ports Day, joining hundreds of seaports in North, Central and South America, and the Caribbean, to highlight the value of the industry in creating jobs and contributing to economic prosperity. Read more...
2019 a Year of Fun, Adventure and Freedom with Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is offering a collection of new activities, packages and promotions for anyone looking to escape their daily routines and take time to savor what truly matters. Read More
Manuel Almira featured in SFBJ Power Leaders 250

Executive Director Manuel Almira was named one of South Florida Business Journal’s 250 Power Leaders for 2019. Read More
New Appointments on the Port's Board of Commissioners

In a ceremony held on Tuesday evening, the Port welcomed newly elected Commissioner Joseph D. Anderson. Appointed to one-year terms, Katherine M. Waldron is the Chair, Wayne M. Richards is Vice Chair, and Anderson is Secretary/Treasurer. Read More
Berth 17 Debuts with Arrival of Duke of Topsail

The Port of Palm Beach celebrated the first use of Berth 17 by the Duke of Topsail in a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday. Read More
BPCL Kicks Off 2019 with Triple Play Promotion

Reserve a 2-night sailing to Grand Bahama Island, and receive three offerings: 5 free drinks, $25 onboard credit, and $50 casino match play. Read More
Tropical Shipping Welcomes New Vessel, Tropic Freedom

A Mini Express Class vessel custom-built at Guangzhou Wenchong Shipyard in China, Tropic Freedom joined Tropical Shipping's fleet in late September. Read More
Grand Celebration Returns on December 21, Offers "Sail Away Your Way" Promotion

Grand Celebration will return to the Port of Palm Beach and resume 2-night sailings beginning on December 21. The ship was chartered for the past two months to assist with restoration of service to communities impacted by the Massachusetts gas incident. Read More
Former Port Commissioner George E. Mastics, Esq. Passed Away on Wednesday

Early Wednesday morning, George Edward Mastics, Esq. passed away at his home in Palm Beach, surrounded by family. Elected in 1996, Mastics served as a Commissioner of the Port of Palm Beach for 20 years. Read More
Foreign-Trade Zone #135 Reorganized Under Alternative Site Framework

The U.S. Department of Commerce approved the Port's application to reorganize FTZ #135 under the alternative site framework (ASF) with a service area of Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties. Read More
Grand Celebration Chartered to Assist Communities Impacted by Gas Incident

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has chartered the Grand Celebration to assist with restoration of service to communities impacted by the Massachusetts gas incident. The ship will be traveling to Boston on October 1, 2018. Read More
Happy Thanksgiving!

All of us at the Port of Palm Beach join in wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! Please note: our administrative offices are closed on November 22 and 23, and will re-open on Monday, November 26 at 8:30 am.
Financial Reports for August 2018

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for August 2018 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website. View Documents
The Palm Beaches Selected as One of Forbes Travel Guide's Top 18 Destinations of 2018

While Elon Musk is hard at work trying to make Mars the next travel frontier, other places in this orbit demand a visit right now. Palm Beach County, made up of 39 cities and towns, draws you in with 47 miles of sand. Read More
Rail Improvements Project Begins in April

Beginning in April, the Port's railroad tracks will undergo improvements in order to increase the efficiency of cargo transport and handling. Port operations will not be affected at any time by the construction project. Read More
Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year that ended September 30, 2017 is now posted in the Financial Reports section of the website. View Report
New cruise ship sets sail to Bahamas out of Port of Palm Beach

Palm Beach County leaders on Friday heralded the arrival of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line’s newest ship at the Port of Palm Beach. The Grand Classica joins its sister ship, the Grand Celebration, in offering daily cruises to Freeport, Grand Bahama Island. Read More
Palm Beach’s Northern Shore Thickened with Free Inlet Sand

About 235,000 cubic yards was dredged from the entrance channel, the Port of Palm Beach turning basins in the Lake Worth Lagoon and sand-settling basins north of the inlet. Read More
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Unveils Grand Classica Details

Reservations now open for Grand Classica sailings, beginning April 13, 2018. Kicks off daily departures to Grand Bahama Island with two ships. Read More
Grand Celebration Sets Sail With New Enhancements, Second Ship Named

Grand Celebration sets sail from Port of Palm Beach with new enhancements, beginning on December 23, 2017. Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line names second ship and announces Bahamas itinerary. Daily departures to Grand Bahama Island will begin in April 2018. Read More

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Thu Apr. 16

Board of Commissioners Meeting: CANCELLED
Thu May 21

Board of Commissioners Meeting
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Board of Commissioners Meeting

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