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2025 Annual Meeting Presentation - Florida's Economic Trends & 2030 Vision

Presented by Mark Wilson, President & CEO of Florida Chamber of Commerce

2024-25 Annual Report

A recap of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida for the 2024-2025 year.

2024 FLIBS Economic Impact Report Graphic

Visualized overview of the 2024 FLIBS economic impact.

2024 FLIBS Economic Impact Report 

Comprehensive report of the economic impact created by the 2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) 24-008, Port Conditions - April 2024

This MSIB clarifies Coast Guard mandated Heavy Weather procedures and Port Conditions for a number of South Florida ports, waterfront facilities, and waterways.

2022 Economic Impact Report

Conducted by Thomas J. Murray & Associates, this report outlines the groth and economic impact of the recreational marine and boating industry in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties.

62nd Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Economic Impact Study

The economic report of the study conducted by Thomas J. Murray & Associates of the 62nd Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Impact of Recreational Boating - March 1987

An overview of recreational boating and its impact in the South Florida region in March 1987

FEC New River Bridge Temporary Deviation August 2021

The FEC New River Bridge will be under a temporary deviation throughout August 2021. This will include approximately 2 4-hour windows through the night with the bridge in the down position to complete the work.

Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) 21-010, Special Traffic Pattern, ICW Restriction - Port of Miami

This MSIB informs mariners of an ICW waterway restriction and modified traffic pattern set to begin June 25, 2021. This restriction is designed to facilitate ongoing dredging by Port Miami while keeping mariners safe. 

USCG Charter Operations

USCG issued educational brochure on Charter Operations

Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) 21-003, Port Conditions - April 2021

This MSIB clarifies Coast Guard (CG) mandated Heavy Weather procedures and defines Port Conditions for the Port of Miami, Miami River, Port Everglades, Port of Palm Beach, and Port of Fort Pierce and all waterfront facilities and waterways in Sector Miami's area of responsibility.

Crew Visa Letter

The purpose of this letter is to provide information to United States Department of State non-immigrant visa (NIV) issuing officers on non-U.S. citizen yacht crewmembers who are employed or about to be employed onboard foreign-flagged registered private yachts entering U.S. waters.

South Florida Business Journal Marine Industry Special Section

The South Florida Business Journal Marine Industry Section and Book of Lists

Sales and Use Tax on Repairs of Boats or Vessels Capped at $60,000

Tax Information Publication Issued by the Florida Dept. of Revenue on 6/26/2015

MIASF Annual Report 2019-2020

A recap of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida for the 2019-2020 year.

Vessel Heavy Weather Lay Up Plans

Per MSIB 20-007, vessels over 500 gross tons must submit a heavy weather plan in order to stay in port during a hurricane; this form template can be used to submit your request.

Sales and Use Tax on Boats: Information for Owners and Purchasers

If you are planning to buy a boat in Florida or have plans to bring one into Florida, the Florida Department of Revenue reminds you that tax compliance is an important aspect of boat ownership.

FEC Bridge Work Schedule: July-August 2020

Schedule for FEC bridge repair which begins on July 27, 2020 and runs through August 21, 2020.

Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) 20-007, Heavy Weather Condition Safe Harbor Advisory

This MSIB clarifies and reinforces the importance of sensible planning for the safe refuge of vessels under 500 gross tons whenever USCG Sector Miami's Captain of the Port Zone experiences heavy weather conditions.

2019 FLIBS Economic Impact Report

Report of the economic activity associated with the 60th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in 2019.

Florida Atlantic Intracoastal Movable Bridge Guide

Regulations, clearances and other information regarding movable bridges along the intracoastal.

Economic Impact of Dania Cutoff Canal Dredging

A summary of the economic impact of the 2013 dredging of the Dania Cut-off Canal, prepared by Thomas J. Murray & Associates.

Broward County Manatee Protection Plan (Revised 2008)

The Broward County Manatee Protection Plan is intended to implement additional manatee protection measures.

Marina Facilities in Broward County (2007)

List of marina and dock facilities in Broward county, along with additional related information.

Flotilla Plan

Broward County Hurricane Flotilla Plan

Marine Industry Skill Gaps & Job Vacancy Survey

Produced by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.

Mega Yacht Study 2018: Executive Summary

The Executive Summary of the Mega Yachts in South Florida: Trends, Impacts & Issues 1997-2018 is provided for your general information.

2015 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) Economic Impact

Economic Activity Associated With the 56th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Economic Impact Study 2018 - Executive Summary

The Executive Summmary of the Economic Impact of the Recreational Marine Industry Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties, Florida 2018 is provided for your general information.