Keep checking back for frequent updates as we confirm speakers, presentations and networking sessions!
Pre-Conference Jet Lag Recovery Day
Give yourself time to recover from jet lag! We recommend attendees arrive on August 1 and join us on Sunday, August 2 for the Valley of the Latte Adventure River Cruise. Please note: as space is limited, you must confirm your attendance (complete the check box on the registration form). Thanks! Set in the lush […]
Golf: Country Club of the Pacific
The Country Club of the Pacific is a landmark heritage golf course on Guam that was founded in 1973 and designed by renowned Japanese golf course architects Seizo Tomizawa and Hirochika Tomizawa. The breathtaking 18-hole golf course seamlessly incorporates the beauty of the surrounding landscape with stunning ocean views on virtually every hole. CCP prides […]
APP Executive Committee Meeting
Association business.
Registration Desk
Your first stop at the APP 112th Annual Conference…grab your name tag, delegate bag and start networking!
Workshop/Side Meeting: MARAD Territorial Consultation
An informal consultation session with U.S. territory port representatives on federal maritime programs, funding access, and technical assistance priorities. Open to APP member ports from Guam, American Samoa, CNMI, and U.S. Pacific island affiliates.
Welcome Reception & Dinner: Celebrating the Pacific Ocean
BEACH CEREMONY: CHAMORU WELCOME & WERIYENG CANOE ARRIVAL Delegates gather at the Hyatt Regency Beach. The CHamoru cultural welcome begins — chants and singing rising from the shore. Simultaneously, the Micronesian School of Weriyeng’s canoe sails in from the sea. The canoe’s arrival and the CHamoru welcome are one event: the ocean bringing its travelers […]
Call to Order
APP President Conchita Taitano, Vice Chairperson, Board of Port Authority of Guam will officially call the 112th Annual Conference to order.
Welcome Remarks
Welcome remarks to open the APP’s 112th Annual Conference: – The Host Port — on behalf of the Port Authority of Guam, Rory J. Respicio, General Manager – The Governor of Guam, The Honorable Lourdes Aflague Leon Guerrero – The Lieutenant Governor of Guam, The Honorable Joshua “Josh” Franquez Tenorio – The Port’s Legislative Oversight […]
Keynote Address: The Pacific at a Crossroads — Maritime Strategy in an Era of Great Power Competition
Confirmation pending…
Session 1A: MARAD Update
Briefing on the Trump Administration’s Maritime Action Plan (February 2026), the Executive Order on Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance, the proposed Maritime Security Trust Fund, Section 301 port fees, and implications for Pacific island ports.
Session 1B (Panel): From Trade Gateways to Strategic Logistics Platforms
Military Buildup, Pacific Supply Chain Resilience, and What It Means for Your Port With military construction accelerating across the western Pacific — on Tinian, in Yap State, and on Peleliu — and the Marine Corps relocation from Okinawa to Guam reshaping the region’s logistics landscape, this session examines what the buildup demands of the ports […]
Reciprocal Member Agreement Signing
The Association of Pacific Ports and the Association of Terminal Operators, Stevedoring and Shipping Companies of Micronesia will officially enter into a Reciprocal Membership Agreement, confirming their commitment to collaborate on issues that promote education and professionalism.
Luncheon Speaker: Building Climate-Resilient Maritime Infrastructure Across the Pacific
Pending confirmation…
Session 1C (Panel): Funding Pathways for Pacific Ports: U.S. Federal Programs and Multilateral Financing
Details to be confirmed…
Lightning Round #1
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Session 1D (Panel): From Build-Neglect-Rebuild to Whole of Life Asset Management
Pacific ports face a recurring pattern of infrastructure degradation due to inadequate maintenance budgets. This session explores asset management frameworks, preventive maintenance planning, and how development partners can support the full lifecycle of port infrastructure.
Session 1E: The Infrastructure of Trust: Aligning Your Communications Strategy to Your Stakeholders
Ports operating in complex regulatory and community environments know that stakeholder concern — left unaddressed — becomes opposition. This session offers a practical framework for transforming that concern into informed advocacy, where early buy-in drives lasting support and project success.
Lightning Round #2
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Member Port Update Session
The tradition continues! This session allows port representatives to provide updates on major projects, business trends and issues they face within their jurisdiction. The Port Update session is a cornerstone of APP’s mission to foster idea-sharing, allow delegates to recognize patterns within the port community, and identify solutions to common challenges without having to ‘reinvent […]
Session 2A: Spotlight on the Port Authority of Guam -- Operations, Infrastructure & Vision
A comprehensive briefing on PAG operations, 50th anniversary milestones, current infrastructure projects, federal grant management, sustainability initiatives, and the port’s role as the critical gateway for Guam’s economy and the region’s supply chain.
Lightning Round #3
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Session 2B: EPA Clean Ports Program & Jacobs
With nearly eight decades of expertise to provide clients comprehensive solutions to challenges such as climate change, water scarcity, aging infrastructure and emerging contaminants, Jacobs’ work with the Port Authority of Guam is a text book example of how to develop and implement comprehensive strategies to address emissions inventory, climate and air quality planning, zero-emission […]
Session 2C: The Glass Breakwater Project
The US Navy’s innovative Glass Breakwater repair project is a large-scale example of the sustainable repair/rehabilitation of deteriorated coastal/marine infrastructure in the Pacific. Representatives from the US Navy, TPC-NAN JV, and Baird & Associates will discuss the 80 year history of typhoon damage and ad-hoc repairs to this structure, and how recycled rock materials are […]
Fieldtrip! Glass Breakwater Site Visit
Join representatives from the US Navy, TPC NAN JV and Baird & Associates for an exclusive site visit to the US Navy’s innovative Glass Breakwater Repair Project. This first-hand tour will provide participants with a unique opportunity to observe the project’s ongoing construction, including key design features and the use of recycled rock materials in […]
Wednesday Lunch: PAG Family Beach
Lunch hosted by the Port Authority of Guam in a relaxed beachside setting — celebrating the CHamoru tradition of gathering, sharing food, and building community.
Session 2D (Panel): Net-Zero Port Operations
This timely panel session will explore how ports across the Pacific are advancing toward net-zero operations while maintaining efficiency, resiliency, and economic competitiveness. Panelists will discuss practical strategies for decarbonizing marine terminals, electrifying cargo-handling equipment, implementing shore power, and integrating alternative fuels and renewable energy systems. They will also examine funding pathways, regulatory pressures, digital […]
Lightning Round #4
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Session 2E (Panel): Ports & Energy
Pathways to 100% renewable energy for Guam and Pacific territories, port electrification, microgrid resilience, and energy storage.
Lightning Round #5
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Session 2F: New Energy Opportunities
Pending confirmation…
CHamorro Village Night Market
Held every Wednesday evening in the heart of Hagåtña, the CHamorro Village Night Market is one of Guam’s most vibrant cultural experiences. Visitors can stroll through rows of local vendors offering handmade crafts, island souvenirs, fresh tropical treats, and authentic CHamorro cuisine, from barbecue skewers and kelaguen to red rice and lumpia. Live music and […]
APP Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the Association of Pacific Ports — all are welcome!
Session 3A: Strengthening our Shared Pacific
Pending confirmation… This session explores the theme “Strengthening Our Shared Pacific”, emphasizing collaboration among ports, governments, and communities across the region. The session highlights the importance of resilient infrastructure, cultural connection, and economic cooperation in navigating shared challenges such as climate change and supply chain disruption. Underscoring the role of ports as vital lifelines that […]
Session 3B (Panel): Your Port Protected -- Cybersecurity for Ports of All Sizes
Every port is already more digitally connected than it was five years ago — and more connected than many staff realize. This session starts inside the fence line, helping port authorities of all sizes take practical stock of what they have connected, make smarter decisions about what comes next, and protect themselves from the risks […]
Lightning Round #6
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Session 3C (Panel): Digital Port Management -- Data-Driven Performance for Pacific Ports
The session explores how Pacific ports of all sizes are using technology to work smarter — not just bigger. Whether leveraging data to enhance operational performance, resilience, or decision-making, the port industry is actively employing real-time analytics, digital twins, and predictive tools to optimize berth utilization and cargo dwell times, equipment performance and vessel flow. […]
Session 3D (Panel): Extending the Life of Your Port Assets -- New Technologies and Practices
Ports face increasing pressure to maximize the lifespan of critical infrastructure. This session explores innovative technologies, data-driven maintenance strategies, and best practices that enhance asset performance, reduce lifecycle costs, and improve resilience. Learn how forward-thinking ports are extending asset life while maintaining safety, efficiency, and long-term operational sustainability.
Lightning Round #7
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Thursday Luncheon Speaker: From Policy to Practice -- Driving Maritime Excellence in the Pacific Century
Pending confirmation…
Session 3E: Blue Economy Innovation – Port of San Diego’s Incubator Model
Jason Giffen of the Port of San Diego will explore how ports can become catalysts for sustainable economic growth through innovative blue economy initiatives. This presentation highlights the Port’s pioneering Blue Economy Incubator model, which supports start-ups focused on aquaculture, coastal resiliency, maritime decarbonization, ocean monitoring, and environmental restoration. Attendees will learn how the incubator […]
Lightning Round #8
An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.
Session 3F (Panel): A Port's Most Important Asset: Workforce Challenges and Best Practices for Recruitment and Retention
Pending confirmation…
Closing Remarks
APP now-Past President Conchita Taitano — Conference summary, acknowledgments, and call to action reflecting the spirit of inafa’maolek.
Preview of the 2027 Annual Conference / Remarks From the New APP Pres
New APP President Kirk DeJesus thanks the Port Authority of Guam and APP’s outgoing President, provides overview (video) of Port of Stockton and invites attendees to 113th Annual Conference (noting also the APP 2027 Winter Conference will be first – January 27 to 29, 2027, Honolulu, Hawaii)
Conclusion of the APP's 112th Annual Conference
Si Yu’os Ma’åse — Thank You Attendees departing August 7 are encouraged to explore Guam’s natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture.