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    Tropical Shipping

    Tropical Shipping provides cargo and freight shipping services across Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean.

    Ports:32
    A stylized shipping logo featuring a palm tree silhouette within a blue rectangle representing tropical trade routes and
    A large container ship navigates the ocean with visible cargo containers and a prominent superstructure
    $0.75B
    Revenue
    32
    Ports

    Company Overview

    Tropical Shipping provides cargo and freight shipping services across Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean.

    Key Leadership

    • Tim Martin – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Tropical Shipping operates in North America, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, and globally via partners.

    Equipment & Infrastructure

    Container Types

    • Container, Steel

      Dry containers in various ISO sizes for shipping general cargo and dry materials.

    • Reefer Container

      Temperature-controlled containers for transporting perishable goods like fruits and vegetables.

    Technology Platforms

    • Octopi by Navis terminal operating system
    • Powerfleet asset visibility and tracking system

    Warehouses & Logistics Hubs

    Logistics facilities and distribution centers worldwide:

    • Riviera Beach, FL

      Port of Palm Beach LCL Cargo Receiving Facility for cargo drop-off and pickup

    • Kearny, NJ

      Tropical Shipping LCL Facility for less-than-container load cargo handling

    Certifications & Capabilities

    International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Labor Condition Application (LCA) Certification by U.S. Department of Labor Marine Cargo Insurance Certification

    Global Locations & Network

    Tropical Shipping operates ships from Canada and South Florida to The Bahamas and Caribbean. It provides inter-island transportation and logistics services throughout the region.

    Carrier Partners & Alliances

    Tropical Shipping partners with Carnival Corporation for emergency relief logistics to the Bahamas. It also has alliances with Crowley and Kestrel Liner Agencies for port investment and shipping services.

    Service Portfolio

    Ocean Freight

    • Dependable ocean transport
    • Tailored shipping solutions
    • Strong port network

    Special Cargo

    • Chilled and frozen products
    • Monitored refrigeration systems

    Digital Offerings

    Tropical Shipping eServices lets users book, pay, track shipments, and upload documents online.

    Industry Reputation & News

    Awards & Recognition

    2024 CMEx Leadership Award; 2024 ACMF Anchor Award

    Recent Developments

    Tropical Shipping will reduce its bunker surcharge effective October 19, 2025.

    Analysis & Future Outlook

    Strengths

    • Fast, reliable fixed-day sailing schedules
    • Strong presence and expertise in the Caribbean region
    • High commitment to customer service and satisfaction

    Challenges

    • Potential shipping cost increases due to new US port fees
    • Risk of losing market share to non-US carriers in the Caribbean

    Opportunities

    • Expand services to new Caribbean and Latin American markets
    • Leverage smaller vessels for niche, shallow draft port access
    • Partner with local governments for disaster relief logistics