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NewsFlorida DailyAugust 31, 2026Hillsborough

Ports America and Trailer Bridge enter 10-year partnership for Jacksonville-Puerto Rico shipping

Ports America and Trailer Bridge have signed a 10-year agreement to manage stevedoring and technology investments for barge services between Jacksonville, Florida, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The contract, which begins August 31, 2026, includes two optional five-year extensions.

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Why It Matters

This partnership dictates the operational management and technology standards for a major shipping route connecting Florida to Puerto Rico for at least the next decade.

Key Facts

  • The partnership has a 10-year initial term.
  • The agreement becomes effective on August 31, 2026.
  • The contract includes two additional five-year extension options.
  • The partnership covers stevedoring services and technology investments.
  • The agreement supports Trailer Bridge’s Jones Act barge service.
  • The service route connects Jacksonville, Florida, and San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Who's Mentioned

personMalcom McLean“Founder of Trailer Bridge”organizationPorts America“Port operator and logistics provider”locationSan Juan“Destination for Trailer Bridge barge service”personDavid Eckles“Vice President, Gulf & South Atlantic, Ports America”organizationTrailer Bridge“Transportation company serving Puerto Rico”locationJacksonville“Primary U.S. mainland gateway for Puerto Rico trade”personMitch Luciano“CEO of Trailer Bridge”