Scott Anez joined by Canaveral Port Authority CEO, Capt. John Murray

Discussing the impact of Space Launches on the Area

April 01, 2026 at 3:10 pm EDT

Cape Canaveral, Florida — Over 400,000 people have descended on Brevard County for the launch of Artemis II. Orlando Morning News host Scott Anez was joined by Canaveral Port Authority CEO, Capt. John Murray who explained that the port is “the busiest cruise ship port in the world, not just the United States.” Continuing to explain that they, “overtook Miami last year by a very small margin.”

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Capt. Murray went on to explain how the commercial space industry has changed the area into a sort of rocket launching airport.

To hear Scott’s interview with Capt. Murray, click the link below.

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Michelle Wargo, WDBO News & Talk

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