Ports Day - April 5, 2019

Port of Palm Beach Celebrates 4th Annual Ports Day on April 5, 2019

Recognizing our Workforce and Contributions to our local economy

2019 a Year of Fun, Adventure and Freedom with Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL), the only provider of daily, two-night cruises from the Port of Palm Beach to Grand Bahama Island, is offering a collection of new activities, packages and promotions for anyone looking to escape their daily routines an...

Manuel Almira featured in SFBJ Power Leaders 250

The Port of Palm Beach's Executive Director Manuel Almira was named one of 250 Power Leaders for 2019 by the South Florida Business Journal on February 1, 2019. The Power Leaders list has become an invaluable resource for readers reflecting the "who'...

New Appointments on the Port's Board of Commissioners

The Port of Palm Beach District’s Board of Commissioners welcomed new Commissioner Joseph D. Anderson, during a ceremony held at the Port’s Cruise Terminal on January 8, 2019.

Katherine M. Waldron is the new Chair of the Port of Palm Beach District’s Board...

Berth 17 Debuts with Arrival of Duke of Topsail

On Monday morning, November 26, 2018, the Port of Palm Beach celebrated the first use of Berth 17 by the Duke of Topsail in a ribbon cutting ceremony. 

Attendees at the ceremony included the Chair of the Board of Commissioners, Dr. Jean L. Enright...

BPCL Kicks Off 2019 with Triple Play Promotion

January is one of the most popular months to book a cruise and Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL) is kicking off the new year with an irresistible value proposition. Guests can now make bookings on both Grand Classica and Grand Celebration sailings while...

Tropical Shipping Welcomes New Vessel, Tropic Freedom

Congratulations, Tropical Shipping! Join us in welcoming the Tropic Freedom, a Mini Express Class vessel custom-built at Guangzhou Wenchong Shipyard in China. The vessel holds 300 TEUs (20-foot containers) and serves shallow draft ports in the Caribbean i...

Grand Celebration Returns on December 21, Offers "Sail Away Your Way" Promotion

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL) is pleased to announce that Grand Celebration will return to her homeport, the Port of Palm Beach, and resume a two-night sailing schedule beginning on Friday, December 21. Grand Celebration was chartered for the past t...

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, Florida, surrounded by family. Elected in 1996, Mastics served as a Commissioner of the Port of Palm Beach for 20 years, with six of those years as Chairman of the...

Foreign-Trade Zone #135 Reorganized Under Alternative Site Framework

On September 6, 2018, the U.S. Department of Commerce approved the Port’s application to reorganize Foreign-Trade Zone #135 under the Alternative Site Framework (ASF). ASF is an optional framework for organizing and designating sites that allows...

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 to provide housing, if needed, for pe...

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.

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.

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, which will occur at night and during the Po...

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.

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.

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.

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Unveils Grand Classica Details

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL), the only Line with a two-night cruise departing year-round from the Port of Palm Beach, announced today that Grand Classica, its new ship joining Grand Celebration, will begin sailing on April 13, 2018. Reservations fo...

Grand Celebration Sets Sail With New Enhancements, Second Ship Named

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, the only Line with a two-night cruise departing year-round from the Port of Palm Beach, announced today that Grand Celebration will set sail with several new guest-focused enhancements, including a new adult-only area, a revi...

Video of Special Joint Workshop with City of Riviera Beach

The video is now posted of the Special Joint Workshop held on June 12, 2018, with the Port of Palm Beach District Board of Commissioners and the City of Riviera Beach City Council. It is available on the Riviera Beach TV (RBTV) Channel on YouTube. Click h...

Financial Reports for April 2018

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for April 2018 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website.

Staff Promotion in Clerk’s Office

The Port of Palm Beach announced a staff promotion in the Clerk’s Office today.

As the District Clerk and Records Administrator, Venice Howard provides general administration of the office, serves as clerk to the Board of Commissioners, maintains document ...

Financial Reports for March 2018

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for March 2018 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website.

Financial Reports for February 2018

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for February 2018 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website.

Financial Reports for January 2018

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for January 2018 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website.

Financial Reports for December 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for December 2017 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website.

Financial Reports for November 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for November 2017 are now posted in the Monthly Financials section of the website.

Moody’s Investors Service Affirms Port of Palm Beach’s Baa3 Rating, Upgrading Rating Outlook

On Wednesday, Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s) revised the Port of Palm Beach’s rating outlook to positive from stable and affirmed the District’s Baa3 rating. The positive outlook recognizes the Port’s sustained financial improvement due to successful...

Grand Celebration Sets Sail With New Enhancements, Second Ship Named

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, the only Line with a two-night cruise departing year-round from the Port of Palm Beach, announced today that Grand Celebration will set sail with several new guest-focused enhancements, including a new adult-only area, a revi...

Governor Rick Scott Sends Thanks to Port Director Manuel Almira

In a letter dated November 20, 2017, Governor Rick Scott recognized Port of Palm Beach Executive Director Manuel Almira for his hard work, leadership, and support of the state of Florida. The Governor noted the critical role that transportation infrastruc...

Daylight Restrictions for Lake Worth Inlet

The Palm Beach Harbor Pilots' Association issued daylight restrictions for Lake Worth Inlet, in order to increase safety while the cutterhead dredge McCaskill is working the ship channel. All tug and barge units towing, or in the notch, including Articula...

Port of Palm Beach Welcomes The World on Saturday

The largest private residential ship on the planet, The World is scheduled to arrive at the Port of Palm Beach at 7:00 am on Saturday, December 2, 2017. As the first vessel of its kind where people could travel the globe without leaving home, The World af...

Financial Reports for September 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for September 2017 are now posted in the Financials section of the website.

Update: Draft Restrictions for Lake Worth Inlet

The Palm Beach Harbor Pilots’ Association issued draft restrictions for Lake Worth Inlet, affecting vessel traffic to and from the Port of Palm Beach. Recent soundings show severe shoaling on the centerline and southern half of the Entrance Channel. All v...

Staff Promotions in Operations Department

The Port of Palm Beach announced two staff promotions in the Operations Department today.

As the Manager of Operations and Security, Rick Placeres will oversee day to day operations, working with tenants to facilitate scheduling and cargo business. He will...

Job Fair at the Port: Thursday, November 2

Join us for a Job Fair at the Port of Palm Beach on Thursday, November 2, 2017, from 10 am to 2 pm in the Cruise Terminal. Interviews will be conducted by Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, PeopleReady, Palm Beach Parking, and U.S. Customs and Border Protectio...

Draft Restrictions for Lake Worth Inlet

The Palm Beach Harbor Pilots' Association issued draft restrictions for Lake Worth Inlet, affecting vessel traffic to and from the Port of Palm Beach. Recent soundings show moderate shoaling from passing storms and low-pressure systems. Inbound vessels ar...

County Residents and Organizations Come Together to Show Puerto Rico and USVI They Care

Committed to making a difference in the lives of those devastated by this year’s hurricane season, a group of community leaders has taken the initiative and created a group called Palm Beach County Cares to collect and provide supplies and money...

Palm Beach County Cares to Host Press Conference at the Port of Palm Beach on Wednesday, October 11

Palm Beach County Cares will host a press conference at the Port of Palm Beach on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, to discuss its countywide relief efforts for Puerto Rico. The non-partisan organization’s goal is to collect much-needed clothing and ...

Port of Palm Beach District Railway Earns 2016 Jake Award

In 2016, the Port of Palm Beach District Railway achieved a perfect safety record with no reported injuries. In recognition of this outstanding achievement, the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association has honored us with the 2016 Jake Award....

Financial Reports for August 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for August 2017 are now posted in the Financials section of the website.

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Answers Humanitarian Call by FEMA

The MV Grand Celebration, owned and operated by Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, will be heading to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands at the request of FEMA. The chartered ship will have responsibility for housing the National Guard - first responders as...

Port Advisory: Container Traffic Restrictions

Per U.S. Customs and Border Protection, container traffic exiting the Port will only be allowed from 0600 through 2100 daily, until further notice. CBP is considering closing the lanes all day on Sunday, based on container traffic, and CBP will advise the...

Port Status: Post-Hurricane Irma

After Hurricane Irma passed through Palm Beach County over the weekend, the Port of Palm Beach's operations, security and facility management teams arrived on site on Monday morning, September 11, 2017, in order to ascertain the damages sustained and begi...

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Offers Accommodations & Meals to Those in Need

The U.S. Coast Guard cleared the Port of Palm Beach today for Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line’s MV Grand Celebration to return to port. The cruise line is expected to resume normal cruise operations with the 2-night Bahamas cruise on Satur...

Port Condition Zulu Set at the Port of Palm Beach

The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) ordered Port Condition Zulu to be set at the Port of Palm Beach as of 8:00 pm ET today, Friday, September 8, 2017. Sustained gale force winds are expected to affect South Florida within 12 hours. The Port, i...

Port Condition Yankee Set at the Port of Palm Beach

The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) ordered Port Condition Yankee to be set at the Port of Palm Beach as of 8:00 am ET on Friday, September 8, 2017. Sustained gale force winds are expected to affect South Florida within 24 hours. The Port and ...

Port Condition X-Ray Set at the Port of Palm Beach

The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) ordered Port Condition X-Ray to be set at the Port of Palm Beach as of 12:00 pm ET on Thursday, September 7, 2017. Sustained gale force winds are expected to affect South Florida within 48 hours. The Port an...

Port Condition Whiskey Set at the Port of Palm Beach

Due to the possibility of gale force winds (39 to 54 mph) entering South Florida within 72 hours, the U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) ordered Port Condition Whiskey to be set at the Port of Palm Beach as of 8:00 am ET on Wednesday, September 6...

Proposed Budgets for Fiscal Year 2018

The proposed Budgets for FY 2018 are now available for review. The document below includes the Operating, Renewal & Replacement, and Capital Improvement Budgets. These budgets will be discussed during the Budget Workshop, a public meeting at the Port ...

Port of Palm Beach Welcomes Congressman Brian Mast on August 2, 2017

Riviera Beach, Florida – August 1, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach is pleased to welcome Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) to Palm Beach County on August 2, 2017. Congressman Mast’s visit to the Port of Palm Beach in Riviera Beach...

Main Gate Closure

Please note: the Port of Palm Beach’s Main Gate (SR 710 Cargo Gate) will be closed, beginning on Friday, July 14, 2017 at 9:00 am, and will reopen on Monday, July 17, 2017 at 6:00 am.

All traffic will be rerouted to the Port’s Southgate...

Financial Reports for May 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for May 2017 are now posted in the Financials section of the website.

Staff Promotions in Administration and Accounting Departments

Riviera Beach, Florida – June 9, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach announced two staff promotions in the areas of Administration and Accounting today.

Beatrice Greffin, formerly the Manager of Human Resources, Payroll, and Foreign-...

Port of Palm Beach Issues Audited Comprehensive Financial Report for the 2016 Fiscal Year

Riviera Beach, Florida – June 1, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach published its audited comprehensive financial report for the Fiscal Year of 2016, the period from October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. During the Board Meet...

Financial Reports for April 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for April 2017 are now posted in the Financials section of the website.

Port of Palm Beach Welcomes Foreign Diplomats with Experience Florida

The Port of Palm Beach was honored to welcome representatives from 21 foreign missions yesterday morning, as part of Experience Florida, a week-long program for participants to strengthen economic, commercial, scientific and cultural relations between the...

Financial Reports for March 2017

The Port of Palm Beach's Financial Reports for March 2017 are now posted in the Financials section of the website.

Port of Palm Beach Signs 10-Year Contract with Tropical Shipping

Riviera Beach, Florida – April 26, 2017 – On Thursday, the Board of Commissioners for the Port of Palm Beach District approved a new 10-year contract with its largest tenant, Tropical Shipping. The agreement includes options for both parties to extend the...

Port of Palm Beach Welcomes New Client, Johnson Bros. Corporation, a Southland Company

Riviera Beach, Florida – April 17, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach is pleased to welcome Johnson Bros. Corporation, a Southland Company, as a new client. Johnson Bros. is a nationwide leading Heavy Civil Marine contractor. They have completed numerous movea...

Port of Palm Beach Welcomes Congressman Alcee L. Hastings on April 12

Riviera Beach, Florida – April 11, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach is pleased to welcome Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) to Palm Beach County on April 12, 2017.

Congressman Hastings is scheduled to stop at the Port of Palm Beach in Riviera Beach, from n...

Port of Palm Beach Celebrates 2nd Annual Ports Day on April 4, 2017

Riviera Beach, Florida – April 3, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach proudly celebrates the 2nd Annual Western Hemisphere Ports Day on April 4, 2017, joining hundreds of seaports in North, Central and South America, and the Caribbean, to hi...

Port of Palm Beach and Panama Canal Authority Extend Strategic Alliance by Five Years

Riviera Beach, Florida – March 20, 2017 – The Port of Palm Beach and the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) have extended the term of their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by five additional years. The original MOU was executed in...

Port of Palm Beach to Conduct Operation Guardian with RDSTF & Local Law Enforcement Agencies

Riviera Beach, Florida – March 10, 2017 – On Monday, March 13, 2017, South Florida’s Regional Domestic Security Task Force will conduct Operation Guardian, a full day of training, safety and security exercises at the Port of ...