Next week, 11 highly qualified students will embark on a life-changing internship journey with the Port of Palm Beach. The students completed orientation on June 9th. The six-week program will run from June 20^th to July 28^th. 

While each student is assigned to a particular department(s) within the Port’s administrative offices, our goal is to expand their knowledge by visiting numerous operations within the port.  

Hiring Local Talent

The Port of Palm Beach hosted a job fair alongside Port tenants that are currently hiring for numerous positions. The more than 40 job seekers who attended the job fair had an opportunity to speak with human resources professionals about the positions available and the company’s employee benefits. Thank you to Port tenants Tropical Shipping, Heavy Lift Services and Ozinga for participating. 

View the Palm Beach County Hurricane Planning Guide Here

Other Projects 

• CBP Security Upgrades and Hardening 
• Master Plan- Executive Director to provide update at May 18, 2023 Board Meeting
• Ozinga Terminal

Cargo Tonnage Report

                                                        FY 2023                FY 2022

Rail cars                               8,808                    9,318

TEUs                                   161,068                157,389

Break-bulk                           95,868                  62,394

Asphalt                                 57,437                 70,242                       

Cement                                35,041                  26,912

Recyclable Steel                  29,259                  31,064                     

Raw Sugar                           307,600                264,000

Molasses                              81,387                 101,475

Margaritaville At Sea News and Promotions

Fresh out of dry dock following a multimillion-dollar round of improvements, the 658-cabin Margaritaville at Sea Paradise has a boatload of new amenities, upgrades, and offerings. The sold-out inaugural post dry dock sailing departed Port of Palm Beach on Friday, June 2nd. 

“We expected a good turnout for our inaugural sailing out of dry dock, but a sold-out ship is incredible,” stated Kevin Sheehan, Jr., CEO of Margaritaville at Sea. “It shows the strength of the Margaritaville brand and our loyal customer base, who are excited about our new experiences and the laid-back vibes of Margaritaville at Sea.”

In addition to the new onboard experiences, Margaritaville at Sea has expanded its onshore excursions in Grand Bahama, adding an Ultimate Party Boat and Snorkeling Experience and Grand Bahama Cycling Adventure to the current line-up of swimming with the pigs, dolphin encounters, and all-inclusive resort day passes. The ship has also partnered with the Pelican Bay Resort, offering guests a third Cruise & Stay option to extend their travels by combining the cruise with a stay on Grand Bahama Island.

DISCOUNTS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

Call your friends and pack your bags for the ultimate trip to paradise. Margaritaville at Sea's latest partnership with XNow allows you to bring your entire crew aboard Margaritaville at Sea and enjoy exclusive vacation savings. As an XNow member, enjoy exclusive cruise discounts for college students and millennials.

 Save up to $700 while you soak up endless entertainment options, tropical cocktails, unforgettable Bahamas activities, and much more—Margaritaville at Sea is your perfect choice for a cruise getaway with friends. Dare we say this will be your best friendcation, girls getaway, or college spring break yet?

XNOW MEMBERS EXCLUSIVELY ENJOY:

• 40% Off All Cruise Fares
• $25 Onboard Credit Per Person

XNow Millennials - Claim Your Cruise Offer Here!

Check out the cruise line’s NEW enhanced drink packages. 

Save up to 40% on every sip. The Blender Cup Package gets you a 22 oz. signature Blender Cup and six drinks credits of your favorite Boat Drinks, while the No Doubts Premium Drink Package gets you 10 credits toward your favorite beers, wines, liquor drinks or specialty cocktails.

Step up to the Captain’s Party Package to add JWB Bottomless Brunch, glasses, and Captain’s Hat to a Blender Cup Package.

BOOK YOUR NEXT CRUISE HERE 

Cruise Passenger Parking Changes 

Job Opportunities

Heavy Lift Services/ Gulfstream Line 

Forklift Operators

Truck drivers

Stevedores

Please contact President Glen Dias at glen@gulfstreamline.com or Vice President Tina Dias at tina@gulfstreamline.com 

Learn about Heavy Lift Services

Port of Palm Beach tenant Tropical Shipping has several job openings in the Riviera Beach area.

This month, the company posted the following positions on its website:

• Cargo Handling Specialist
• Cargo Inspector
• Dispatcher
• Inland Operations Coordinator

View job openings and apply here 

Palm Beach Parking

SSI Petroleum

Fuel Dispatcher

Fuel Polisher

Field Service Mechanic

Please contact Human Resources Manager Vivian Prescott by phone at 863-508-1406 or email vprescott@ssipetro.com.

About SSI Petroleum 

June Work Anniversaries For Port Employees 

Congratulations to the following employees who are celebrating a work anniversary:

Director of Planning Carl Baker- 32 years

Sgt. Peter Wright- 23 years

Assitant Clerk Maggie Ferro- 6 years

Public Information Officer Yaremi Farinas- 4 years

Facilities Worker Chadi Kantar- 2 years

Janitorial Worker Deborah Newman- 2 years

Upcoming Commission Meetings

You're invited to attend our Board of Commissioners meetings.  

• June 15 at 4 PM
• July 20 at 4 PM
• August 17 at 4 PM

View agendas and minutes 

Listen To Board Meetings Online

Juneteenth marks the day all enslaved people were made aware of their liberation. As much as it celebrates freedom, it's also an avenue for people to celebrate African-American culture and traditions and an opportunity to reflect on how we can move forward.

The Port of Palm Beach and the City of Riviera Beach are partnering up to support Riviera Beach teachers and students. Together, we are hosting a school-supply drive, "Sponsor a Teacher's Classroom," from July 10th to July 28th. For more information click here.