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A significant investment in JAXPORT’s capabilities and the jobs we support 🚢 JAXPORT has been awarded a $40 million grant through the U.S. Maritime Administration’s Port Infrastructure Development Program to modernize Berth 32 at Blount Island. The project will rebuild approximately 900 feet of berth, increase its load-bearing capacity and upgrade infrastructure supporting cargo operations. The award is part of $498 million announced for 35 port projects across 19 states. “The strength of our nation’s economy is directly tied to the state of our ports,” said @USDOT @SecDuffy. “We thank Secretary Duffy, @DOTMARAD Administrator Carmel and members of our North Florida Congressional Delegation for this investment in America’s supply chain and the jobs that depend on trade through Florida’s largest container port,” said JAXPORT CEO Eric Green. “Modernizing Berth 32 at Blount Island builds on recent public and private investments to expand our port’s capabilities, strengthen cargo connections serving the Southeast U.S. and Puerto Rico, and enhance our role as a U.S. Strategic Seaport.” See the full list of grant awards: bit.ly/4Bx9dpl

.@FloridaTrend magazine named JAXPORT CEO Eric Green to its Florida 500 list of the state’s most influential business leaders. The publication recognized Green for his leadership in logistics and transportation and his focus on expanding JAXPORT’s statewide economic impact. “JAXPORT is a community asset,” Green told the publication. “Through continued growth and development of our business and partnerships, we are focused on maximizing the public resources entrusted to us to support job creation and economic opportunity for future generations of Floridians.” Cargo activity through Jacksonville’s port supports 258,800 jobs and generates $44 billion in annual economic impact statewide. Read the full Florida 500 list (registration required): bit.ly/4ssXiou

JAXPORT: Florida’s only Strategic Seaport. Meet the JAXPORT team at NDTA-USTRANSCOM, Oct. 26–29, to discuss U.S.-flag & related cargo routing via the Southeast. bit.ly/47yqzVf #Xmarksthespot for reliable logistics

Japan's vehicle shippers: explore MOL ACE, Höegh and NYK options at JAXPORT. Meet David Briceno at SEUS/Japan, Oct. 25–27, Nashville. bit.ly/4B1OlXh #Xmarksthespot for Japan–U.S. trade

Recent investments are strengthening trade between Jacksonville and Puerto Rico. JAXPORT tenant @TOTE_Maritime's upgrades to gate and terminal technology are helping goods move efficiently between Jacksonville and the island. Read more in the @JaxBizJournal: bit.ly/4z2ZpSt #Xmarksthespot

Carga latinoamericana, clientes estadounidenses: más de 98 millones de consumidores a un día de transporte por carretera desde Jacksonville. Conozca a Juan Pablo Acosta Magaña y David Briceno en TOC Americas para explorar opciones logísticas. bit.ly/4rXJimp

Meet JAXPORT's U.S. FTZ No. 64 Administrator Justin Ryan at NAFTZ, Oct. 18–21. He'll be presenting on zone marketing and operator evaluation. Learn how FTZ No. 64 duty deferral and export benefits work: bit.ly/3TyCnUf #Xmarksthespot for smarter logistics

Located in the Southeastern U.S. at the crossroads of the nation’s rail and highway network, JAXPORT is a global gateway to Florida, the nation’s third-largest state. #Xmarksthespot

Congratulations to Soo Gilvarry on being named as JAXPORT’s Board Chair. At its recent meeting, the JAXPORT Board also selected the following officers: ⚓Vice Chair: Tom Slater ⚓Treasurer: Patrick Kilbane ⚓Secretary: Charles Spencer Additional board members include J. Palmer Clarkson (Immediate Past Chair), Wendy Hamilton and Daniel Bean. The seven-member Board provides policy guidance and strategic oversight as JAXPORT continues to invest in infrastructure, grow its cargo business and support economic development throughout Northeast Florida. Learn more about Soo and the rest of the Board: bit.ly/4yj2Xip

Employee Spotlight ✨ James Baity has gone to great heights to keep JAXPORT’s headquarters running smoothly—sometimes literally. We’re proud to recognize him for 30 years of service. As Building Foreman, James cares for the headquarters where most of our administrative staff work. He handles everything from HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems to structural repairs and facility improvements. With three decades of hands-on experience, James often spots and solves problems before they grow. His remarkable attention to detail is also on display in the custom furniture he has built for our lobby and boardroom. James, thank you for the pride you take in your work and for all you’ve done for JAXPORT.

.@JAXPartnership President Aundra Wallace discusses the industries driving job growth for Northeast Florida during @JAXChamber and St. Johns County Chamber business development event: “The port has done a great job deepening the channel and bringing in bigger ships. It’s really helped us create more jobs in transportation and logistics.”

Our JAXPORT Report e-newsletter is now available 📰 bit.ly/4eecM9U 🔹Construction set to begin on new Blount Island entrance and security plaza 🔹JAXPORT, @WatcoRail continue longstanding rail partnership 🔹 @GeorgiaPacific expanding North Florida paper manufacturing plant Read more: bit.ly/4eecM9U

Fresh connections for fresh cargo. 🍊   JAXPORT is heading to Spain for the Fruit Attraction trade show, joining more than 2,400 exhibitors from 152 countries and professionals from across the fruit and vegetable sector.   Meet our commercial team directors Joyssy Woody and Juan Pablo Acosta Magana to discuss how Jacksonville’s location and refrigerated cargo capabilities can help connect your fresh and frozen products with key markets.   Explore JAXPORT’s fresh and frozen cargo advantages: bit.ly/4rKpTFD

Jacksonville’s logistics strengths help keep forest products moving. JAXPORT offers specialized cargo handling, on-dock capacity, nearby warehousing and strong connections for paper, pulp and more. bit.ly/4rJW6N3 #Xmarksthespot

At this week’s meeting, the JAXPORT Board approved a six-year lease renewal with Jacksonville Port Terminal Railroad, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of @WatcoRail. The agreement also includes four optional one-year renewals. Through Jacksonville Port Terminal Railroad, Watco operates the on-dock rail system at JAXPORT’s Talleyrand Marine Terminal, providing direct connections to @CSX and @nscorp and helping move a wide range of cargo to and from the port. With Watco’s continued partnership, we look forward to building on our work together to keep cargo moving in Jacksonville. #jaXportpartners

Cleaner fuel. Stronger supply chains. ⚓🌎 As more ocean carriers adopt alternative fuels like Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), JAXPORT continues to support the industry's transition to lower-emission shipping. JAXPORT partners @TOTE_Maritime Puerto Rico and @CrowleyMaritime have helped lead this transition, operating LNG-powered vessels between Jacksonville and San Juan and demonstrating how cleaner fuels can support reliable cargo service. Learn more about JAXPORT's LNG capabilities: bit.ly/4z7h8HV

Breakbulk and over-dimensional cargo needs a port built to handle it. At JAXPORT you'll find a global network, on-dock warehousing, and the skilled labor to move any kind of freight. bit.ly/3V3bA2x #Xmarksthespot for #Breakbulk #BBAM26