US cruise company the Royal Caribbean Group and Florida port operator PortMiami marked the start of construction of a new cruise terminal with a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, January 8.
Delivered by the Lemartec-NV2A joint venture, in partnership with Perez and Perez Architects and Planners, the PortMiami Cruise Terminal G project involves the design-build-delivery of a modern cruise terminal able to accommodate up to 7,000 passengers.
Royal Caribbean said the new terminal will include a multi-level parking garage, an intermodal facility, and other critical infrastructure to support large cruise ships.
With a total investment of US$345 million, the facility will be dedicated to the Royal Caribbean Group while maintaining multi-vessel functionality.
Designed as a single-berth terminal, it will enable efficient embarkation and disembarkation through the integration of advancements in cruise terminal construction, energy efficiency, and a unique user experience, according to Royal Caribbean.
The future Cruise Terminal G is slated for completion in late 2027. Funding for the new terminal is provided through a partnership between Miami-Dade County and the Royal Caribbean Group.