When completed in 2029, the facility is expected to accommodate more than 200 annual ship calls.
August 3, 2026
The work includes restoring more than five acres of land for the future terminal PHOTO: PORT TAMPA BAY
Port Tampa Bay is filling the former Metroport site — once home to the historic Banana Docks — as it begins developing what will become a fourth cruise facility.
The terminal is expected to accommodate more than 200 additional annual ship calls, helping cruise operations reach more than 2m passenger moves a year and generating an estimated $100m in additional annual economic impact.
The work includes restoring more than five acres of land for the future terminal.
Site preparation under way
Kimmins Contracting Corp. is leading the site preparation, which includes filling the former Metroport area and relocating stormwater infrastructure. This project phase is expected to continue through late 2026, followed by a settlement period before construction advances.
HDR with BEA Architects
HDR, in partnership with BEA Architects, has been selected to design the terminal and an accompanying parking garage. Initial renderings of the facility are expected in the coming months.
"This project is about much more than adding another cruise terminal. It's an investment in the future of Port Tampa Bay and the economy of West Central Florida," Port Tampa Bay President/CEO Paul Anderson said. "As cruise demand continues to grow, this terminal will strengthen our ability to serve existing cruise partners, attract new opportunities and support jobs, tourism and business throughout the region."
Fuente: sea-trade cruise
