PortMiami broke its cruise traffic record in fiscal year 2024, welcoming 8.23 million passengers—a 12.79% increase from the previous year. This achievement keeps PortMiami as the world’s busiest cruise port, leading over Port Canaveral.

In environmental progress, PortMiami activated shore power in June, cutting pollution by allowing ships to use electricity while docked. Additionally, major infrastructure projects are underway, including the world’s largest cruise terminal by MSC Cruises and a new Royal Caribbean terminal starting construction in 2025.

Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale also saw significant growth, with a 39% increase to over 4 million passengers.

(source: thenextmiami.com, picture: Colin Lloyd)