Broward County, Florida – Port Everglades is ending Fiscal Year 2025 on a high note, with new records in every major area it services. Early numbers reveal that the port has set new records in cruise travel, cargo activity, and energy distribution all at the same time. This marks a milestone unmatched in its recent history. The success shows how the port is becoming more important as one of the most flexible and competitive seaports in the country.
The port handled 1,167,552 TEUs, which is the most it has ever handled. The rise is due to the growing strength of commercial lines that link South Florida to Latin America, the Caribbean, and other markets across the world. Container shipments reached their greatest level ever because of increased capacity and strong demand from foreign partners.
The energy sector went in a similar direction. Port Everglades stayed Florida’s top oil port, shipping 131,855,261 barrels of fuel products throughout the course of the year. The port’s continual increase in petroleum distribution shows how important it is to the daily operations and economic stability of the region. It serves as a supply lifeline for 12 counties and five international airports…