Breakfast –Included with your InterContinental Hotel reservation, a buffet breakfast is served beginning at 6:30 am in the SEEDS Restaurant (located at 1F on the first floor).

Pick up your name tag and delegate bag. The registration desk can be found on the first floor of the InterContinental Hotel and will be staffed from Friday, August 9 (1:00 to 4:00 pm) to Tuesday, August 13 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm).

As the Port of Long Beach approaches the 20th anniversary of its landmark Green Port Policy, Chief Operating Officer Dr. Noel Hacegaba will discuss how successful collaborations with industry partners and surrounding neighborhoods have led to unprecedented reductions in emissions. Hacegaba will also discuss the recent groundbreaking of the Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility, […]

Dr. Noel Hacegaba Chief Operating Officer
Port of Long Beach

Mr. Hein will discuss the goals, opportunities and challenges for the U.S. Maritime Administration’s mission in the Pacific.

Gus Hein Mid-Pacific Gateway Director
U.S. Maritime Administration

Sponsored by Port of Redwood City

Once again, we lean on Gus Hein to lead a panel session which will identify and discuss key issues relevant to ports. Panel member details to follow…

Gus Hein Mid-Pacific Gateway Director
U.S. Maritime Administration

Sponsored by Port of Long Beach

Port attendees provide a three-to-five minute update on activities and issues within their jurisdictions.

Launched in North America 17 years ago, Green Marine is the maritime industry’s voluntary initiative aimed at advancing environmental excellence beyond regulatory requirements. Its successful model, built on transparency, collaboration, and rigour, has enabled it to become the largest sustainability initiative in the Canadian and American maritime sectors. In 2020, this certification was introduced to […]

David Bolduc President and CEO
Green Marine

Guests should meet in the lobby of the InterContinental Hotel for the shuttle. Join us for a tasting of over 36 types of craft beer at the Zhangmen Brewery located at Kaohsiung Port Warehouse No.2. Sponsored by Port of Umatilla and Burns & McDonnell    

Guests will be provided with maps (and assistants!) to explore Kaohsiung Port Depot and choose a restaurant to their liking. iPass cards will be provided with funds to pay for dinner. Kaohsiung Port Depot 410 comprises four repurposed warehouses, each with its own style. Warehouse 7 is for ladies’ fashion; Warehouse 8 is for gatherings […]

Breakfast –Included with your InterContinental Hotel reservation, a buffet breakfast is served beginning at 6:30 am in the SEEDS Restaurant (located at 1F on the first floor).

Yen Chun Chuang, Supervisor, Ports Business Department, Taiwan International Ports Corporation will provide introductory remarks for Tuesday’s session which focus on TIPC’s operations and initiatives.

Two very significant agreements will be signed at the APP Annual Conference. The Port of Kaohsiung and the Republic of Marshall Islands Ports Authority as well as the Port of Kaohsiung and the Port of Long Beach will enter into a Sister Port Agreements in this signing ceremony.

Sponsored by Port of Hueneme  

The Ports of Busan, Kobe, Naha and Tokyo will provide updates and insights into activities within their respective jurisdictions.

In response to the trend of digital transformation in international port industries, TIPC has initiated the “Trans-SMART 2.0⁺ Plan” to promote smart port development. This presentation will share the application of digital technologies in enhancing maritime safety, improving vehicle traffic efficiency, strengthening cargo transportation security, and achieving sustainable operations. It will also showcase the implementation […]

Shu-Hui Tsai Senior Director, Planning & Development Department
Taiwan International Ports Corporation

As climate change and environmental issues become increasingly severe, sustainable development has been considered as a crucial challenge for the enterprises in the world. TIPC, as an international port operator, will share the way how to carry out carbon reduction, friendly to the ecological environment and ESG practices upon on our port operations experience through […]

Wen-Ying Chang Chief Sustainability Officer, Sustainable Development Executive Office
Taiwan International Ports Corporation

Mr. Huang will share the global trends of new energy for ports and ships, the overview of Taiwan’s new energy industry, and the development opportunities and applications of green energy industry for ports, such as offshore wind power, solar photovoltaics, hydrogen energy and other pioneering energy technologies.

Tiger Huang Senior Director, Port Business Department Investment Department
Taiwan International Ports Corporation

Sponsored by Port of Umatilla

All gantry cranes at Evergreen Marine’s Kaohsiung Container Terminal 7 are electric-powered, and reach stackers and side loaders are equipped with high-standard, eco-friendly engines. In addition, “Containerlink” connects the data flow of container service chain in real time and enables customers to use the online platform to create truck appointments. This boosts the efficiency of […]

Captain Yueh Feng Wu Division Chief
Evergreen Marine Corp.

Opened in August, 2023, Evergreen Marine Corp.’s Terminal 7 at Kaohsiung Port is Taiwan’s first automated container terminal. The facility is considered to be the most important project that Taiwan’s shipping industry has undertaken in recent years. TIPC was responsible for the construction of the port infrastructure while Evergreen invested in the operating system and […]

Sponsored by Taiwan International Ports Corporation and Total Soft Bank The 27th-floor Bar Kao, located in Tai Urban Resort, is a 360-degree sky bar with a breathtaking view overlooking the Asia New Bay area, with a refined yet luxurious vibe. With the afterglow of the setting sun, nestled in your private room, the wine and creative molecular cuisine […]

Breakfast –Included with your InterContinental Hotel reservation, a buffet breakfast is served beginning at 6:30 am in the SEEDS Restaurant (located at 1F on the first floor).

All are welcome!

Sponsored by Port of Stockton

Ports Authority Tonga has embarked on a major upgrade of the Queen Salte International Wharf of Nuku’alofa Port. Mr. Alo Mailesani, PAT’s Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview of the project, including design and construction features, financing partners, and current status of this significant transformation to a world-class international port.

‘Alo ki hakau Maileseni Chief Executive Officer
Ports Authority Tonga

Moving towards automation from the current operational model requires a strategic shift. It starts with evaluating current operations, setting clear goals, identifying areas for automation, choosing the right tools, running pilot projects, training staff, and iteratively improving automated processes. This kind of organized approach enables a seamless transition to an efficient, technology-driven automated system.

William Yip Senior Sales Director | Principal Advisor
Total Soft Bank Ltd.

Sponsored by the Port of Guam

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) are a group of highly stable compounds that persist indefinitely in the environment. International PFAS regulation began in 2009 and carries significant implications for global trade as PFAS is used in a wide array of products, such as semiconductors, medical devices, photographic material, fire suppressants, and certain textiles. The purpose […]

Elizabeth W. Hull Partner
Best Best & Kreiger LLP Attorneys at Law

This panel session provides an update on U.S. naval and air force infrastructure upgrades on Guam (with Port Authority of Guam General Manager Rory Respicio) and the Northern Mariana Islands (with Executive Director Leo B. Tudela). Modernizing Guam’s Port for the Future The Port Authority of Guam is spearheading significant investments to upgrade its infrastructure, […]

Gus Hein Mid-Pacific Gateway Director
U.S. Maritime Administration

Leo B. Tudela Executive Director
Commonwealth Ports Authority

Rory J. Respicio General Manager
Port Authority of Guam

In addition to a farewell from TIPC, attendees will be treated to a preview of the 111th Annual Conference in Nanaimo, British Columba in 2025.