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Association of Pacific Ports News
May 2, 2025
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IN THIS ISSUE:
- APP'S 111TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE: NANAIMO, BRITISH COLUMBIA CANADA
- Welcome new sponsors!
- Agenda almost 100% confirmed
- Register now!
- MEMBER NEWS:
- Port Authority of Guam secures $10.5 million lease with Black Construction
- Port of San Diego celebrates maritime industry in May
- Matson announces leadership succession plan for Logistics Unit
- Port of Everett recognized with 2025 “Opportunity Lives Here’ Award
- The Don Young Port of Alaska prepares for a historic overhaul to cargo terminal
- Steady progress on Port of Taichung Land Reclamation and Seawall Construction Project lends critical support to offshore wind power sector
- Vector Corrosion: A better way to build: Sustainability through preservation
- BWC Terminals completes new MOTEMS-compliant dock for renewable fuels at Port of Stockton
- SEEN Safety: A shift toward proactive safety
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Sponsorship opportunities are still available!
The APP's 111th Annual Conference provides a great opportunity to build relationships with a very targeted market: senior port executives, commissioners and management from across the Pacific Ocean; 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 through social media and direct email marketing.
Sponsorship Opportunities available (pdf)
To discuss sponsorships, contact:
Jane McIvor (jane@pacificports.org) -- 604-893-8800
Philippe Critot (philippe@pacificports.org) -- 323-660-5459
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Agenda almost 100% confirmed
We're almost there! Panels, speakers and special presentations are just about fully confirmed. And what an agenda! With the main theme being ONE OCEAN -- SHARED VISION, we've organized mornings and afternoons into themes that highlight the critical connections between ports and other sectors of the maritime industry.
Here's just a sample of this year's agenda:
Ports & Ships:
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Developing a Vibrant Cruise Industry: Focusing on what it takes to build a successful cruise industry, Donna Spalding, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), is joined by representatives from top cruise destinations to discuss trends and issues as well as their own experiences in developing their sector.
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Commercial Shipping on the West Coast: Moderated by Jamie Marshall, National Sector Lead – Ports and Marine, Colliers Project Leaders, two of the leading marine-policy advocacy organizations on the West Coast of North America join together to highlight commonalities, differences, issues and opportunities for the interface between port, marine terminals and shippers.
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Electrification and Shore Power for the Ferry Industry: Mike Corrigan, CEO of Interferry and Vice-Chairman for the Port of Vancouver, describes the trends and new technologies related to electrification and onshore power development as well as other sustainability practices — all playing a role in ports’ efforts to reach zero emissions.
Ports & Partners:
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Oil Spill Response -- Ready Today, Prepared for Tomorrow: As Canada’s West Coast marine response organization for almost 50 years, Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (originally known as Burrard Clean Operations) is internationally renowned for their knowledge and expertise in spill response strategies. Senior Communications Manager Michael Lowry describes the growth of the organization and the plans in place for prevention, preparedness and response to cover both sides of the 49th Parallel.
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Emergency Management and Resiliency: Representative Paul Evans, Oregon State Legislature leans on a 30-plus-year career spanning military, National Guard, firefighting and emergency services to share insights into emergency preparedness and resiliency for the transportation sector.
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Associate Member Updates: Practice your two-minute elevator pitch! An open forum for APP’s Associate Members to introduce themselves and explain their products and services that are invaluable to the port community.
Ports & Issues:
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One Waterway, Two Legal Systems: American Maritime Lawyer Alan Goldstein and Canadian Maritime Lawyer Peter Swanson discuss where Canada and the U.S. agree, disagree, cooperate and conflict on major maritime issues.
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Looking to the Future: Vessel Traffic and Port Infrastructure Needs: Clear Seas looks at increased vessel traffic numbers and talks about investment options that could apply to the ports in the Pacific region for proposed projects. Clear Seas is a Canadian not-for-profit organization that provides independent fact-based information to enable governments, industry, and the public to make informed decisions on marine shipping issues.
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Governance, Executive Recruitment, and Retention: Shey-Harding Executive Search’s Managing Partner Susan Dvonch is joined by Katie Miller, Deputy Port Director, Administration, Port of Stockton, to enlighten attendees on the keys to building an effective team. Both speakers are renown for their successful recruitment strategies.
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The Elephant in the Room -- Ship Dismantling and Recycling: Alex Rueben, Executive Director for the Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI) and Catherine Hofmann, Principal, Catherine Hofmann Law, highlight the issues and implications of regulations covering ship recycling and the resulting implications for ports.
And much, much more! Full agenda details available at: www.pacificportsconference.com)!
PLUS!
Excursions for attendees include:
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Traditional Salmon Bake on Saysutshun (Newcastle Island), including authentic First Nations dancers and storytellers.
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Waterfront tour of the Port of Nanaimo's operations followed by dinner on board the Magic Spirit vessel
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Golf at the Nanaimo Golf Club -- a spectacular 18-hole semi-private course designed by the legendary Arthur Vernon Macan.
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The Venue
Nanaimo is a vibrant urban centre found on the east side of beautiful Vancouver Island where an abundance of recreation and cultural opportunities give residents a lifestyle second to none for living, working and playing. APP Conference attendees will be delighted by an agenda that highlights Nanaimo's working harbour against a backdrop of natural beauty.
All conference sessions, including meals, will be taking place at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre — a very short walk from either the Coast Hotel Nanaimo (about two blocks) or the Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo (across the street). We have secured premium group rates for both -- averaging $230 CAD per night.
To find out more about Nanaimo -- how to get there, where to stay -- visit here.
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Port Authority of Guam secures $10.5 million lease with Black Construction
May 2, 2025 — The Port Authority of Guam is proud to announce the formal execution of a $10.5 million lease agreement with Black Construction Corporation, following unanimous approval by the Port Authority Board of Directors during its regular meeting on April 30, 2025. The agreement was officially signed by both parties on May 1, 2025. The lease covers more than 374,000 square feet of Port property and marks a major milestone in the Port’s ongoing mission to modernize infrastructure, enhance security, and support both current and future operations critical to Guam and the broader region.
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Port of San Diego celebrates maritime industry in May
May 1, 2025 — The Port of San Diego is celebrating Maritime Month throughout May by honoring the thousands of people who work along the San Diego Bay waterfront, and showcasing how the local maritime industry supports the region’s bay of life. “Maritime Month and National Maritime Day are an opportunity to celebrate our maritime history, and the many hardworking people dedicated to supporting the San Diego Bay waterfront,” said Chair Danielle Moore, Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners. “Not only does the maritime industry play an important role in our economy and environmental sustainability, but it is deeply rooted in our community, creating a vibrant bay of life for us to enjoy now and in the future.”
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Matson announces leadership succession plan for Logistics Unit
April 28, 2025 — Matson, Inc. has announced that Rusty Rolfe, Executive Vice President of Matson and President of Matson Logistics, will retire on July 1, 2025, having led the growth of Matson Logistics from its beginnings as an intermodal marketing company to an award-winning provider of diverse and integrated logistics services over the past 24 years. “Rusty’s influence at Matson over the past two decades will leave an indelible mark on our Logistics platform. With his unwavering commitment to our company’s values and his passion for delivering exceptional logistics services, he has set the gold standard within our organization,” said Matt Cox, Chairman and CEO. “As a respected member of Matson’s executive management team, Rusty’s involvement in numerous strategic initiatives over the past two decades has been invaluable. We are deeply grateful to Rusty for his leadership and significant contributions to Matson, and we wish him all the best in retirement.”
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Port of Everett recognized with 2025 “Opportunity Lives Here’ Award
April 25, 2025 — On Tuesday, April 22, the Port of Everett was recognized for its multi-faceted and innovative efforts to drive economic development in Snohomish County and beyond with Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s 2025 “Opportunity Lives Here” Award. The Opportunity Lives Here Award recognizes Snohomish County organizations that bring innovation and create opportunities locally and regionally. The Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), in partnership with Herald Media, presented the Port with the award at its annual meeting and awards celebration on April 22.
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The Don Young Port of Alaska prepares for a historic overhaul to cargo terminal
Report from KTUU News (By Joe Allgood) April 25, 2025 — After over 60 years of existence, the Don Young Port of Alaska is already in the process of the largest change since its inception. As part of the Port of Alaska Modernization Program, a contract for over $800 million in work was awarded by the municipality of Anchorage for a new terminal, meaning designs over a decade in the making will begin to take shape. “This is probably the biggest infrastructure project that the state of Alaska has ever seen since maybe the Trans-Alaska pipeline,” said Port Director Steve Ribuffo. “It is that size in significance not only because of the cost, because of the magnitude of change in one place that’s going to happen over a decade.
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Steady progress on Port of Taichung Land Reclamation and Seawall Construction Project lends critical support to offshore wind power sector
April 24, 2025 — Port of Taichung is pushing forward with plans under the Port of Taichung Land Reclamation and Seawall Construction Project to meet future growth and national energy policy needs, provide critical support to the nation’s expanding offshore wind power sector, and offer a productive outlet for soils regularly dredged from port waters and navigational channels. Land reclamation work is proceeding in closed off sections of port waters using soil regularly dredged to maintain navigation and operational safety. Once completed and stabilized, current plans call for the reclaimed land to be developed by offshore wind farm interests in a manner that further deepens their roots at the port and builds Port of Taichung into a critical hub for the offshore wind power industry.
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Vector Corrosion: A better way to build: Sustainability through preservation
April 23, 2025 — It’s no secret that the concrete industry significantly impacts our world and society. Concrete is the second most consumed substance on Earth and the most widely used construction material by far. Each year, we produce more than 30 billion tons of it to meet the demands of growing populations, urban development, and aging infrastructure. That level of use comes with enormous environmental and operational implications. If concrete were a country, it would be the third-largest emitter of CO₂, following behind China and the U.S.
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BWC Terminals completes new MOTEMS-compliant dock for renewable fuels at Port of Stockton
April 22, 2025 — BWC Terminals (BWC) today celebrated the official completion of its expanded renewable fuels terminal at the Port of Stockton, marking a significant milestone in strengthening California’s renewable fuels and maritime infrastructure. BWC executives, customers, and partners attended the ribbon-cutting event in addition to special guest California Congressman Josh Harder. The state-of-the-art terminal includes the first newly constructed Marine Oil Terminal Engineering and Maintenance Standards (MOTEMS)-compliant dock built in California in nearly 30 years. It will play a vital role in advancing the renewable fuels supply chain across the state. It is designed to safely and efficiently transfer renewable diesel and biodiesel from marine vessels, supporting California’s efforts to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors such as heavy-duty transportation. The facility features modern safety and environmental systems, including spill containment, fire protection, seismic resilience, and upgraded vessel mooring infrastructure.
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SEEN Safety: A shift toward proactive safety
April 22, 2025 — SEEN Safety CEO Dave Knight provides observations from recent travels…
On recent visits to the US and the UK, we saw a clear shift. Health and safety professionals are no longer waiting for a near miss or serious incident to justify investment. They are now looking for ways to prevent incidents before they happen — and that means turning to active safety systems that detect people in real time. Some common challenges we heard were:
Passive Safety Is No Longer Enough
For a long time, safety around forklifts and heavy equipment has depended on passive controls like barriers, bollards, walkways and high visibility vests. These are important, but they are now the bare minimum. The more progressive safety leaders are starting to ask a new question, “How do we stay ahead of accidents, not just respond after they happen?”
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