Great Lakes East (GLE) has officially relocated its Florida port operations for the Jones Act-compliant Caribbean breakbulk barge service to Port Canaveral, in a move aimed at better serving its customers.
Operations are now being managed through Gulftainer USA’s (GT USA) Canaveral Cargo Terminal (CCT) – a modern facility that is well equipped to handle complex cargo operations and accomodate the Crimson Clover barge. GLE believes that, by relocating, its customers will receive further long-term value whilst strengthening its supply chain performance.
According to GLE, customers will experience shorter transit times in both northbound and southbound directions. Appointments are not required for cargo delivery, with operations conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Gate hours are from 08:00 to 17:00 and same-day loading is guaranteed for trucks that arrive and are checked in by 16:00. GLE has also introduced a more powerful tugboat, with the intention of improving transit time further.
“We are striving to provide the best customer experience in the market by investing in the right people, equipment, and infrastructure,” said Joe Starck, president of Great Lakes Towing. “Our relocation to Port Canaveral is a reflection of that commitment.”
In addition, the relocation brings technological and operational upgrades, including enhanced cargo scanning capabilities, a real-time online portal, increased on-site customer service, dedicated indoor storage, and expanded handling areas.
The terminal has implemented extended stevedoring hours, meanwhile customers will have a 45-day free time window which adds flexibility for logistics planning and delivery schedules.
