Port Canaveral is back in business now that cruise lines have returned to sailing, and the outlook for fiscal year 2022 is projected to be a record year.
“August was the first time in 17 months that we covered our operating expenses and debt service in the result. So it’s been a long 17 months but we’re back,” said port CEO Capt. John Murray on Wednesday at the board of commissioners meeting.
Since Carnival’s new ship Mardi Gras first sailed July 31 from the port, seven ships have returned to business, even if not at full capacity, Murray said. That includes 66 sailings through Sept. 29 across Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney Cruise Line and MSC Cruises. Norwegian Cruise Line is expected to return in November.
