Association of Pacific Ports News
December 16, 2022
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IN THIS ISSUE:
- APP WELCOMES MARINE AND CIVIL MAINTENANCE
- REGISTER NOW! APP'S WINTER CONFERENCE: HONOLULU, HAWAII - FEBRUARY 8 TO 10, 2023
- Hot topics! More featured speakers and presentations
- Amazing support from sponsors!
- PACIFIC PORTS MAGAZINE:
- February/23 issue to be launched at APP Winter Conference
- MEMBER NEWS:
- Port of San Diego advances Topgolf Venue proposed for East Harbor Island to Environmental Review
- Career opportunities posted for RMI-Ports Authority
- GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. enters into agreement to sell U.S. business to CMA CGM Group
- Port Alberni Port Authority appoints new Manager of Properties and Communications
- Historic $10.4 Million to electrify Auto Terminal will make the Port of Hueneme the first West Coast Port to offer all-electric plug-in-capable wharfs
- Shey-Harding posts opportunity for Oakland Marine Terminal
- Port of Taichung achieves outstanding results in its operations
- Long Beach International Gateway Bridge recognized as significant infrastructure
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APP welcomes Marine and Civil Maintenance
The Association of Pacific Ports is pleased to welcome our newest Association Member, Marine & Civil Maintenance Pty Ltd (MCM). First established over 20 years ago, MCM is a market leader in the field of complex structural repair, maintenance, and refurbishment projects of large civil infrastructure.
“We’re excited to share our technology and services with APP Members,” said Blane McGuiness, Executive Manager, Engineering. “We’re able to pro-actively mitigate the need for large-scale remedial work by mitigating the corrosion process in large concrete structures.” This, plus their commitment to environmentally sustainable practices, illustrate the ingenuity and innovation behind the success of the company.
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REGISTER NOW!
APP's Winter Conference
February 8 to 10, 2023 -- Honolulu, Hawaii
The countdown is on!
We're less than two months away from the APP 2023 Winter Conference.
As the half-way point for our members on both sides of the Pacific, Hawaii serves as the perfect setting for Conference attendees to meet. The fact that it's a tropical paradise adds to the appeal but don't be fooled, attendees should expect full days of participating in discussions on issues facing all ports -- e.g., environmental impacts of GHG emissions and sea level rise; sustainable asset and infrastructure maintenance; legal liability issues; risk management; and security optimization to name just a few. Attendees will also learn from colleagues and peers about best practices and past experiences -- e.g., port modernization projects; development of a marine cluster; and what happens once you've won that grant! And of course, there are plenty of opportunities to network and enjoy the company of colleagues and peers in a relaxing setting!
Featured speakers include:
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Upgrading & Improving Port Operations -- Addressing issues of sustainability, data management, fuel, climate innovation, communications, physical and cyber security that are critical in maintaining efficient, cost-effective goods flow, Margaret McGregor, CEO, Technovation Solutions (a Partner of NEC), will share insights gained over a 25-year career in digital transformation, strategic partnering and business strategy development. McGregor focuses on building digital transition plans, marrying corporate needs and assisting companies to bridge the gap between their legacy technology and increasingly demanding requirements for business security and safety.
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Fiji Ports Corporation Limited: Double Feature! Charting a Smart, Green Path / Risk Management -- The APP is pleased to have CEO Vajira Piyasena and CFO Roshan Abeyesundere present two, very relevant topics for Conference attendees. First, Mr. Piyasena will describe how Fiji Ports is implementing an award-winning strategy to realize their vision of a Smart, Green Gateway for trade in the Pacific region. Mr. Abeyesundere will then highlight strategies that address risk management for ports.
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Financing Harbor Deepening and Widening Projects: Legal Developments on Existing Fee Authority -- The team from Best Best & Krieger Attorneys at Law will provide an in depth look at financing projects. This session relies on the extensive experience of Lowry Cook (Partner, Environmental Law & Natural Resources), Lutfi Kharuf (Partner, Special Districts and Public Finance), and Ruben Duran (Managing Partner of the firm's Ontario office).
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The Venue
Located at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort, February 8 to 10, 2023, the APP's conference is set in a tropical hideaway! Located on the widest stretch of beach, this 22-acre paradise is the perfect setting for Members from both sides of the Pacific. Details on reservations and our Group Code can be found here.
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The List of Sponsors Continues to Grow!
The APP's Winter Conference provides a great opportunity to build relationships with a very targeted market: senior port executives, commissioners and management from the U.S., Canada, and the Pacific Islands; terminal operators; shipping lines; technology providers; environmental consulting and engineering firms; and equipment manufactures to name just a few. Sponsorship benefits have been designed to provide premium exposure not only on-site but leading up to the event as well as through social media and direct email marketing.
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Find out more about our sponsors:
ADMIRAL SPONSORS:
CAPTAIN SPONSORS:
LIEUTENANT SPONSORS:
CREW SPONSORS:
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Pacific Ports Magazine February/23 issue to be launched at Winter Conference -- deadline for booking & editorial coming up quick!
Work is well underway for the next issue of Pacific Ports Magazine to get it ready for distribution at the APP Winter Conference. We're always on the look out for new projects, new technologies, and best practices -- if you have an idea for an article, we want to hear from you! There's still time but hurry! We're on a hard deadline for this one.
To discuss editorial ideas, contact:
We've developed a number of initiatives that will help you promote your business. In addition to advertising in Pacific Ports Magazine (an excellent way to reach your target market!), opportunities for digital advertising, workshop/webinar sponsorships and, of course, our Annual and Winter Conferences.
To discuss opportunities, contact:
Key dates for the September issue of Pacific Ports Magazine:
Book by January 16, 2023
Ad material due by January 23, 2023
Launched at the APP Winter Conference - February 8 to 10, 2023
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Port of San Diego advances Topgolf Venue proposed for East Harbor Island to Environmental Review
December 14, 2022 — The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has voted to advance a Topgolf venue proposed for East Harbor Island to the environmental review phase. Topgolf operates golf-themed restaurant, entertainment, and party venues across the country. Topgolf venues feature high-tech gaming, outdoor hitting bays, chef-driven menus, hand-crafted cocktails, music, corporate and social event spaces, and more. For the East Harbor Island location, Topgolf is proposing a three-story venue housing over 100 hitting bays with an event/stage area, outdoor patios, additional games and entertainment, and more. Topgolf will also contribute toward the public infrastructure around the site such as parks and promenades.
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Career opportunities posted for RMI-Ports Authority
December 11, 2022 — The Republic of Marshall Islands Ports Authority has posted a number of career opportunities over the past few weeks…
- Marshall Islands Maritime Investment Project — Project Maritime Engineer and Maritime Safety Specialist
- Chief Financial Officer
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GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. enters into agreement to sell U.S. business to CMA CGM Group
December 6, 2022 — GCT Global Container Terminals Inc. (GCT) has announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its U.S.-based terminal assets to CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions. GCT currently operates two U.S. terminals: GCT New York on Staten Island, NY and GCT Bayonne in Bayonne, NJ, in the Port of New York and New Jersey.
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Port Alberni Port Authority appoints new Manager of Properties and Communications
December 5, 2022 — The Port Alberni Port Authority is pleased to announce Kate Smith has been promoted to the newly developed position of Manager of Properties and Communications effective January 1,2023. Kate has been with the Port Authority since June 2021 as the Administrative Operations Manager for our Dock+ Facilities. The rapid growth seen over the last 1.5 years at the Dock+ and Ice Plant are a tribute to Kate’s tireless effort and hands on approach to ensure these new facilities were well known in our community and across the Province.
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Historic $10.4 Million to electrify Auto Terminal will make the Port of Hueneme the first West Coast Port to offer all-electric plug-in-capable wharfs
December 5, 2022 — The Port of Hueneme received $10.4 million in funding from Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) to help build shoreside power plug-in infrastructure on its North Terminal. The Port also recently received state and federal funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust to implement innovative technologies to increase electrification efforts, track air quality progress, and further reduce particulate matter. These environmental wins benefit the Port and its surrounding community.
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Shey-Harding posts opportunity for Oakland Marine Terminal
November 29, 2022 — Shey-Harding Executive Search has posted the following opportunity: Operations Manager, Marine Terminal – Oakland, CA / Summary: Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Operations Manager (OM) will be responsible for ensuring safe and efficient operations for vessel, rail, yard, and gate departments. The OM is responsible for providing strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the terminal. The OM will work closely with the Management team to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies that support the overall business objectives and execute on the agreed to plans.
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Port of Taichung achieves outstanding results in its operations
November 29, 2022 — Taichung Port has been in operation for 46 years. In response to the development of the domestic economy and the evolution of the shipping market, Taichung Port Branch has actively invested in various software and hardware facilities in the port area, and timely adjusted its operations and management to match national policies, thus creating an offshore The wind power and green energy industry base has transformed into today’s Taichung Port.
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Long Beach International Gateway Bridge recognized as significant infrastructure
November 28, 2022 — The Long Beach International Gateway Bridge was honored for contributing to the national economy as a vital link in the global supply chain by three leading organizations representing designers and public operators of U.S. infrastructure. Representatives from the American Council of Engineering Companies, the American Public Works Association and the American Society of Civil Engineers visited the Port of Long Beach as the first stop of a national “Engineering and Public Works Roadshow” that recognizes how critical infrastructure projects benefit the nation’s economy, jobs and environment.
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