Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT)

Building connections in global markets 🌏   JAXPORT Director of Cargo Sales for the U.S. Southeast David Briceno recently traveled to Mumbai, India, to showcase the advantages of shipping cargo through #Jacksonville.   The visit took place as ocean carrier Ocean Network Express (ONE) launched its new West India North America (WIN) container service, which now calls JAXPORT's Blount Island terminal weekly. The service is Jacksonville's first direct container service with the Indian subcontinent.   Briceno participated in an event hosted by ONE, highlighting the service's capabilities to cargo decision-makers throughout the region. During the event, Briceno discussed Jacksonville's advantages, including a 47-foot deepwater shipping channel, same-day access to 98 million U.S. consumers, and proximity to the heavily populated Central Florida market.   Learn more about JAXPORT's services to the Indian subcontinent: https://bit.ly/3zXzWA7

JAXPORT’s Caribbean connections are strong 🏗   The port welcomed a delegation from the Dominican Republic today for a roundtable discussion and tour in partnership with Maritime Administration (MARAD), US Army Corps of Engineers, and USAID.   The delegation and port executives discussed how port growth drives regional development for surrounding communities.   They also toured JAXPORT’s Blount Island terminal to observe how modern port facilities and infrastructure support a variety of business lines, including cargo and cruise.   JAXPORT offers regular service to the Dominican Republic moving containers, autos and oversized cargo. Common commodities traded between the two regions include general merchandise, paper, metals, and beverages. #jaXportpartners 

Working together to strengthen the supply chain for Florida businesses and consumers. 🤝 Thank you to Senator Tracie Davis and all of the special guests from the Florida Department of Transportation’s Summer Tour for visiting JAXPORT and seeing firsthand the movement of commercial and US military cargo. During the visit, representatives from the Governor’s Office of Policy and Budget, Florida Senate, and FDOT learned more about the vital link Jacksonville’s port serves in the global supply chain. “The success we are experiencing is a direct result of your support,” CEO Eric Green told the group. With generous support from the State of Florida, major infrastructure enhancements are underway to strengthen JAXPORT’s position as a leader in the movement of containers, automobiles, and non-containerized cargo like paper products. JAXPORT is an economic engine for Florida, supporting nearly 207,000 jobs and $33 billion in annual economic impact for the state.

Happy Fri-yay (or is it Fry-yay?) Either way, today is the perfect day to celebrate #NationalFrenchFryDay French fries are one of many cool cargoes that move through JAXPORT each year, imported from the Bahamas and Belgium and exported to Puerto Rico. Last year, 1.4+ million pounds of fries moved through our port. Pass the ketchup, please!

Congratulations to Linda Carrion, CEO of Carry-on Transportation Solutions, who now serves as the President of the Propeller Club - Port of Jacksonville Club – Port of Jacksonville. The club recently installed new leadership at its annual change of command ceremony. Members advocate for the local maritime industry and the businesses and jobs it supports in Jacksonville. Thank you to Immediate Past President Thomas Cancellare, CHIA for your leadership as the port community celebrated milestones that enhanced Jacksonville’s link in the global supply chain.

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “It takes a village.” For ports, it takes a network of dedicated professionals to keep cargo moving. Check out these photos of the St. Johns Bar Pilots in action climbing onto one of 1,500 vessels that call Jacksonville each year. These highly skilled navigational experts board commercial vessels and use their knowledge of the harbor to help the ship’s crew safely transit the St. Johns River. The Bar Pilots are one of the many partners who support the movement of cargo and cruise service in and out of Jacksonville. #jaXportpartners 📸 ST. JOHNS BAR PILOTS, INC.

ONEderful photo of the containership ONE Reinforcement at JAXPORT. #FoundONE Ocean Network Express North America offers two container services with Jacksonville on the rotation: The EC5 calls ports in Asia and North America and the WIN service calls ports in India and Pakistan before stopping in the U.S. We are proud of the partnership we have built with ONE to diversify container trade between JAXPORT and growing markets around the world.

Happy #IndependenceDay! 🇺🇸 We are grateful for the hard-working men and women who keep the supply chain moving for all Americans. Did you know? In 2023, JAXPORT moved 245 containers of fireworks, totaling more than 1,800 tons, supplying the patriotic spirit for spectators of all ages. 🎆 #Xmarksthespot #JulyFourth

JAXPORT Report is now available 📰 https://bit.ly/3xPnQbB This edition includes: 🔹 Ocean Network Express North America's West India North America (WIN) container service begins calling JAXPORT 🔹 Port growth strengthens Jacksonville’s trucking capacity 🔹 JAXPORT and Puerto Rico Ports Authority hold Inaugural Ports and Partners Summit Subscribe today: http://eepurl.com/gjqoY5 #Xmarksthespot #jaXportpartners

Jacksonville continues to attract top talent from around the nation because of its pro-business environment, low cost of living, and high quality of life.    According to the JAXUSA Partnership, a division of the JAX Chamber, more than 150 corporate, regional and divisional headquarters currently operate in the Jacksonville area. The local population growth is powering Northeast Florida’s job market, enabling organizations of all sizes to thrive in a growing economic landscape and business-friendly climate.   “Florida is one of the fastest growing states, so the fact that we can say we’re the hottest job market in Florida is high praise,” said JAXUSA Partnership President Aundra Wallace. “It’s a testament to the companies we have in the region and their commitment to investing here.”   Read more about why Jacksonville’s population boom ties to talent and opportunity: https://bit.ly/4cm2tO9