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Feb 12, 2025

Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray Delivers Keynote Address at National Space Club Florida Committee in Cape Canaveral

In remarks delivered to the National Space Club Florida Committee, Canaveral Port Authority CEO Capt. John Murray outlined the Port’s significance in the local and state economies and its longstanding support of America’s space program in the Cape Canaveral area.

Jan 31, 2025

Moody’s Ratings Upgrades Canaveral Port Authority’s Revenue Bonds to A2, ‘Stable’ Outlook

Moody’s Ratings has upgraded the Canaveral Port Authority’s revenue bonds to A2 and stable outlook as part of its annual Credit Opinion

Jan 27, 2025

Port Canaveral Receives MSC Commitment for New Deployments Through 2028

The Canaveral Port Authority received a commitment from MSC Cruises that includes the deployment of the fourth World Class ship in the 2027-28 cruise season.

Jan 15, 2025

$41 Million Federal Sand Bypass/Beach Renourishment Project Gets Underway

Canaveral Port Authority and Brevard County partner with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Sixth Iteration of Federally-Mandated Initiative to Preserve Space Coast Beaches, Ensure Continued Safe Navigation of Canaveral Harbor

Dec 31, 2024

Port Canaveral Named ‘Best Cruise Homeport’ by Cruise Hive for the Fifth Time

Award reaffirms Port’s commitment to making Central Florida an attractive option for passengers and cruise lines alike

Photo of the Carnival Venezia docked at Port Canaveral

Dec 18, 2024

Port Canaveral Welcomes Carnival Venezia, Record-Breaking 16th Homeported Ship

Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Venezia arrived at Port Canaveral today, becoming the record-breaking 16th ship to homeport at the world’s second busiest cruise port.

Dec 16, 2024

Facilities Management Veteran Steven Shelton Named VP – Facilities Optimization at Canaveral Port Authority

Steven Shelton has been named Vice President – Facilities Optimization at the Canaveral Port Authority.

Celebrity Equinox docked at Port Canaveral

Dec 07, 2024

Celebrity Cruises Makes History at Port Canaveral

Celebrity Equinox arrived at Port Canaveral this week, making history as the first Celebrity Cruises ship to sail from the popular Central Florida Port

Caribbean Princess docked at Port Canaveral

Nov 27, 2024

Princess Cruises’ Caribbean Princess Begins Sailings from Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral continues to expand its fleet of homeported cruise ships with the arrival of Princess Cruises Caribbean Princess,

Photo of Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray delivering the 2024 State of the Port presentation

Nov 20, 2024

Canaveral Port Authority CEO Delivers Annual ‘State of the Port’ Address

Canaveral Port Authority CEO Capt. John Murray delivered his annual State of the Port address providing a comprehensive recap of Port Canaveral’s 2024 performance

Photo of Disney Treasure docked at Port Canaveral

Nov 13, 2024

Port Canaveral Welcomes Disney Treasure

Port Canaveral welcomed another new ship to its impressive lineup of homeport vessels with the arrival of Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Treasure

Sep 16, 2024

Port Access Route Study: Approaches to the Port of Cape Canaveral and Vessel Transit Offshore Jacksonville, Daytona, and Canaveral, Florida

A meeting was held to support public interest in the U.S. Coast Guard's Port Access Route Study (PARS) for the approaches to Port Canaveral

Photo of the MV Canopee docked at Port Canaveral

Sep 04, 2024

MV Canopée, the World’s First Hybrid Wind-Powered Cargo Vessel, Makes Inaugural U.S. Visit to Port Canaveral

A group of smiling people wave at the camera, holding white hand-shaped signs, enjoying a sunny outdoor event.

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.