Road transport is the largest contributor to transportation emissions, accounting for 73%! Zero-emission electric trucks help power the change. Huge thank you to all our truckers this #TruckerAppreciationDay! @SeaPortManatee
Happy National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! ๐ This week, we celebrate the hardworking men and women who keep our supply chains moving and our communities connected. Thank you, truckers, for all that you do!
๐ Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard ๐บ๐ธ We celebrate and thank the courageous men and women who safeguard our waters and shores every day. Your dedication makes our maritime world a safer place. โ๏ธ
Did you know that in 2024, SeaPort Manateeโs imports surpassed $2.4 billion, representing a 35.5% increase from the year prior? Thank you to our partners and tenants for this sucess.
#SeaPortManatee#GlobalTrade#EconomicGrowth
Welcome Atlantic Orchard โ the first wind-assisted juice carrier at our port! This 590-ft ship, chartered by Louis Dreyfus, carries 1.86M gallons of orange juice and 1.93M gallons of lime juice from Brazil, using sails to cut fuel consumption and emissions by up to 10%! ๐๐๐
Today, on National Maritime Day, we honor the dedication and sacrifice of U.S. Merchant Mariners who keep our nationโs commerce moving. Their service strengthens the economy, supports national security, and drives global trade forward.
Did you know? In FY 2024, over 168,897 TEUs moved through SeaPort Manatee, packed with essential cargo for American businesses and Florida's 142.9 million visitors! ๐โ
๐โ๏ธ Happy International Women in Maritime Day! Today, we acknowledge the invaluable role women play in the maritime industry worldwide. Thank you for all your dedication and hard work that helps shape this industry.
Did you know over 1.3M tons of construction aggregates like crushed granite, limestone, and gravel came through SeaPort Manatee in FY 2024? These materials are vital for building and maintaining our roads!
๐ Earlier this week, our Communications Specialist, Sunshine Lloyd, spoke to more than 230 second-grade students at Harvey Elementary about the importance of SeaPort Manatee, how everyday items make their way to local store shelves, and where those products originate.
After 28 years in Operations & Maintenance, we wish Joe Bracken a happy retirement! His dedication has left a lasting impact at SeaPort Manatee. Thank you, Joe, for nearly three decades of hard work โ we'll miss you and wish you the best in this next chapter!
Behind every shipment that moves safely through our port is a dedicated security team working 24/7. From surveillance to emergency response, they protect people, cargo, United Statesโ commerce, and Floridaโs natural resources โ keeping the port secure.
Did you know? One of SeaPort Manateeโs top cargos is transportation fuel, serving 11 Florida counties. In fiscal year 2024, more than 375 million gallons of fuel crossed our docks โ thatโs enough to fill 55,000 vehicles a day.
๐ฃ๐ท Happy Easter from SeaPort Manatee! ๐ท๐ฃ
Wishing everyone a joyful and relaxing Easter Sunday filled with peace, happiness, and time well spent with loved ones.
๐ Happy National Banana Day! In FY 2024, over 1.2 billion bananas crossed our docks โ 3.3 million a day! SeaPort Manatee is proud to be a key gateway for fresh produce to Florida and the U.S. East Coast. ๐๐ข
Watch SeaPort Manatee's video! ๐ฌ๐ข It showcases the daily operations that keep our port movingโimports, exports, and more! โ๐ฆ Check it out! ๐ #SeaPortManatee#PortLife#GlobalTrade