From David Volz
Over 300 shipping and logistics leaders from across the Caribbean, Latin America, and the United States are set to convene in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the 23rd Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference (CSEC), hosted by the Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA). Scheduled for May 19–20, 2025, at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina, the conference will explore the critical forces shaping the regional and global maritime industry.
This year’s conference comes at a time of accelerating change for the maritime sector. Over two days, attendees will engage in dialogue on a wide range of pressing topics including artificial intelligence, trade policy, climate resilience, cruise competitiveness, maritime security, and global supply chain disruptions.
The event will open with formal remarks from CSA President William Brown and CSA General Manager Milaika Capella Ras, followed by guest addresses from Hon. Hazelle P. Rogers, C.D., Broward County Commissioner for District 9, and Joseph Morris, CEO and Port Director of Port Everglades. The opening ceremony will also include the presentation of new delegates.
“As a proud Jamaican and a Broward County Commissioner, I am honored to welcome the Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference to Fort Lauderdale,” said Hazelle P. Rogers,
Broward County Commissioner for District 9. “By choosing our County, once again, to host their conference, the Caribbean Shipping Association recognizes everyone under the sun and
how inviting our community is for doing business and participating in leisure activities.” Echoing this warm welcome and reinforcing the region’s commercial readiness, Port
Everglades leadership also emphasized the port’s strategic importance to Caribbean trade..“As the leading gateway between the United States of America and the Caribbean, we value
our strong trade partnership with the Caribbean Shipping Association and its members,” said Joseph Morris, CEO and Port Director of Port Everglades. “I am especially proud to showcase to its membership how our port is advancing infrastructure improvements to further support efficient trade with the island nations for years to come.”
William Brown, President of the Caribbean Shipping Association, noted, “the Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference continues to be a vital platform for industry collaboration, reflection, and action. As we confront complex global challenges, our ability to come together, share insights, and innovate across borders is more important than ever. I am proud to see the CSA lead this conversation with such a strong and diverse slate of delegates.”
