Planning
Charting the Course for 2030
Port Panama City acts as both an operating port and a landlord port, overseen by the Panama City Port Authority, an entity under the governance of the City of Panama City. The Port Authority is comprised of five members appointed by the Panama City Commissioners, each serving a four-year term. The responsibilities of the Port Authority include the appointment of an Executive Director, Attorney, Secretary, as well as other required personnel.
Building upon the continuous expansion and recent achievements in cargo tonnage, The Port remains dedicated to:
- Promoting economic opportunities including current and future trade opportunities
- Prioritizing infrastructure investments
- Maintaining community stability
- Enhancing industrial development
Operating Budget
Fiscal year 2024 – 2025
Meeting Agendas


Strategic Master Plan
In 2023, the Panama City Port Authority embarked upon a journey to review the Path from where the Port has voyaged since 1945, update the Vision to guide the Port’s short- and long-term investment decisions, and design the Plan for the future that includes the revised objectives, strategies, and investments to drive continued growth. Building upon sustained growth and recent records in cargo tonnage, the Port continues to provide major investments in infrastructure and equipment. The Plan establishes the Path for the future, building upon the foundation of success to expand economic opportunities, continue infrastructure investments, sustain the community, promote current and future trade, and support industrial development for the region.
Robust Economic Impacts

Growth in cargo and revenue translates into robust economic impacts for both Port Panama City and the region. This includes:
- 10,790 total jobs for Bay County, Northwest Florida and the Southeastern U.S.
- $618.8 million in personal income and local consumption
- $1.6 billion in total economic value.
Manufacturing & Growth
Since the last update to the Master Plan, the Port has witnessed dynamic changes in global maritime trade. These changes have been influenced by various factors such as expansion, improved accessibility, the use of larger vessels, shifts in trade patterns, emerging markets, trade agreements, eco-friendly initiatives, and the rise of e-commerce. The Port’s goal is to expand economic opportunities by offering modern facilities, promoting trade, and supporting industrial development.
$90 Million in Strategic Investments
- Terminal Expansion
- Land Acquisition
- cargo handling equipment
- infrastructure
- The Port has allocated an additional $85 million over the next five years to meet the evolving demands of our existing and prospective customers.
Planned Investments & Improvements
To realize its mission and fulfill its goals and objectives during the next five years, the Port has elected to pursue capital improvement projects in four basic areas: