Royal Caribbean Breaks Ground on New Mega Cruise Terminal in Miami
Royal Caribbean Group’s next major expansion in Miami just took an important step forward, as officials gathered this week to break ground on a brand-new cruise terminal complex at PortMiami.
The project centers on a new Terminal G, a next-generation facility designed to accommodate Royal Caribbean’s largest ships — including vessels carrying up to 7,000 passengers. The terminal will also serve Celebrity Cruises and Silversea, both part of Royal Caribbean Group.
Demolition Complete, Construction Begins
The former Terminal G building, which originally debuted in 1999, was demolished in 2025 to clear the way for the new complex. Construction is now officially underway, following a ceremony attended by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, PortMiami leadership, County Commissioners, and Royal Caribbean Chairman and CEO Jason Liberty.
Opening Targeted for Late 2027
The terminal is scheduled to open by the end of 2027. Once completed, it will become Royal Caribbean Group’s second dedicated facility at the port, joining Terminal A — which opened in 2018 and was designed specifically for the line’s mega-ships.
Modern Design and Passenger Flow
Plans for the multi-level complex aim to improve the flow of guests moving on and off ships. Passenger movements will be strategically separated by floor to reduce congestion during embarkation and disembarkation — a key challenge for ships carrying thousands of guests.
The project also includes a multi-story parking garage integrated with ground-level bus staging and passenger drop-off zones, forming an intermodal hub for seamless transportation connections.
Sustainable & Architectural Features
Terminal G will be LEED Certified, reflecting Miami-Dade County’s sustainability goals and Royal Caribbean’s broader environmental commitments. The design is expected to contribute visually to PortMiami’s evolving skyline, according to project partners.
$345 Million Project Backed by Major Partners
The redevelopment is part of a $345 million investment and is being built through a partnership between Miami-Dade County, PortMiami, Royal Caribbean Group, and the Lemartec-NV2A joint venture — the same team behind Norwegian Cruise Line’s Terminal B.
