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Port Canaveral reports stronger‑than‑expected May revenue; Star of the Seas naming set for Aug. 20
Summary
At its June 25 meeting Port Canaveral officials said May operating revenue and year‑to‑date results exceeded budget, driven by higher cruise passenger counts and cargo tonnage. The port also previewed the August arrival and naming events for Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas.
Port Canaveral officials told commissioners on June 25 that May operating revenue outperformed budget and that passenger and cargo volumes are up year over year, while previewing an August schedule of ceremonies for Royal Caribbean’s new ship.
“Excitement’s building for the August arrival … The naming ceremony will be on August 20, and the godfather of the ship is Diana Ross,” Captain Murray said during the operations briefing. The official also outlined cruise terminal infrastructure work planned before the ship’s arrival and noted ongoing cargo…
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