Florida Trend’s Florida 500
Paul Anderson Named to Florida Trend’s Florida 500
Congratulations to Port Tampa Bay President & CEO Paul Anderson, recognized among Florida Trend’s Florida 500 for Logistics & Transportation. The annual Florida 500 celebrates leaders whose vision, innovation, and impact drive Florida’s economic growth. Anderson’s leadership has positioned Port Tampa Bay as Florida’s largest and most cargo-diverse port and a top-10 U.S. cruise port.
The Maritime Executive:
Bulking Up —
This Maritime Executive cover story examines how energy, construction, and infrastructure projects are fueling breakbulk growth nationwide, with Port Tampa Bay featured for its leadership in handling bulk and project cargo. The article underscores the port’s modern facilities, strategic partnerships, and role in supporting Florida’s booming construction and manufacturing sectors.
Tampa Bay Business Journal:
Port Tampa Bay Approves Contract for Channel Deepening
Port Tampa Bay has approved a crucial contract for its long-awaited shipping channel deepening and widening project.
The project, estimated between $1.2 billion and $1.5 billion, will deepen the main 42-mile channel from 43 to 47 feet and widen it to 500 feet, improving accessibility for larger vessels. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers partnership marks the start of design and pre-construction engineering, with construction expected to begin in FY 2028. This modernization ensures the port can accommodate global trade trends and maintain its position as Florida’s largest port by cargo tonnage.
The 9th Annual Port Tampa BaySlam Is Almost Here!
The 9th Annual Port Tampa BaySlam Fishing Tournament is just weeks away! This one-day, five-species, catch-and-release event brings together participants from across the maritime, logistics, and business communities. The event benefits the Tampa Bay Maritime Scholarship Foundation and the Tampa Seafarers Center, supporting education and community services connected to our port.
A special thank-you to our Title Sponsor, BRANDT®, and to all our participants and supporters who make this event possible.
Learn more: Port Tampa BaySlam
November Port Tampa Bay Board Meeting
The next regular business meeting of the Tampa Port Authority, d/b/a Port Tampa Bay, Board of Commissioners is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at the Joseph Garcia International Center (1101 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602). Public comment is welcome for anyone who signs in prior to the meeting. Speakers will be called in the order they sign up and have up to three (3) minutes each.
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