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COMPANION PROGRAM
We’re currently confirming an amazing time for guests of conference attendees! Watch this page for updates… Wednesday, January 28, 2026 6:00 to 8:00 pm — Welcome Reception (Plumeria Ocean Grove) Thursday, January 29, 2026 7:00 to 9:00 am — Breakfast (Maile Foyer) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm — Oahu Scenic Half-Day Circle Island Tour Experience […]
Golf: Hoakalei Country Club
Designed by “The Big Easy” Ernie Els, Hoakalei challenges the most skilled golfer while also catering to recreational players. Measuring a whopping 7,413 yards from the back tees, Hoakalei is the longest course in Hawaii for those wanting to test their limits! The regular tees measure 6,226 yards for members wishing to have a relaxing […]
APP Executive Committee Meeting
Association business
Port and Maritime Leadership Insights
The International Association of Maritime and Port Executives (IAMPE) has built a strong and expanding network of port professionals and offers a standardized education program for commissioners, executives, and managers across the maritime industry, supporting ongoing professional development and skill building. IAMPE also offers professional services for Ports, such as tariff review and preparation, strategic […]
BBK Law: Ports and PFAS
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) are a group of highly stable compounds that persist indefinitely in the environment. Ms. Kwan, an associate in BBK’s Environmental and Natural Resources Law practice group, will provide an overview of upcoming regulations, the liability this will place on ports and advise on emerging contaminants.
Emission Reductions and Community Efforts
Jeff Wingfield, Port of Stockton’s Deputy Port Director, and Joe Carrillo, SSA Marine’s Regional Vice President, Northern California team up to provide an update on the Port’s emission reduction and community efforts.
Port Updates
Each port will have about 5 minutes to provide an update on activities within their jurisdiction, including issues, trends, challenges, and new opportunities. We encourage you to take full advantage of this session as the issues raised will become topics for discussions throughout the conference.
Beyond Boundaries: Aligning Port Security with Policing Objectives
What is the role of ports in supporting policing on the waterfront? This presentation explores the critical intersection of port operations and law enforcement, focusing on how ports contribute to maintaining safety and security in complex maritime environments. This presentation will share insights into Canada’s port security framework and highlight initiatives led by the Vancouver […]
Leading with Clarity in an AI-Driven World
In an environment shaped by AI acceleration and rising cyber pressures, leaders are navigating more complexity than ever. In this session, Walter Anderson explores how clarity, ownership, resilience, and execution form the foundation of confident, modern leadership. Attendees will learn how to cut through noise, make grounded decisions, and lead teams with steadiness in high-pressure […]
Turning Vessel Emissions Data into Better Port Decisions
The Environmental Port Index (EPI) is an unique reporting tool developed in collaboration with DNV and numerous shipping industry experts. The aim is to increase the operational efficiency of both ship owners and port operators, while reducing their impact on the environment. The EPI is an international solution, backed by global maritime experts and a robust […]
Port of Hueneme's SPEED Initiative
The Port of Hueneme’s Sustainability, Prosperity, Education, Equity- Driven (SPEED) Initiative is an investment of $2 Million Dollars from the California Transportation Agency to develop a Workforce Development program in Ventura County. As a result of this, the Port brought together a collaboration between multiple partners to create a pipeline to develop “the workforce of the future”. Key components of […]
Associate Member Updates
Practice your two-minute elevator pitch! This session is an open forum for APP’s Associate Members to introduce themselves and explain their products and services. We encourage you to take full advantage of this session as it can greatly assist during networking sessions.
Waterfront Tour of Honolulu Harbor
Attendees are in for a treat as they board the Star of Honolulu for a waterfront tour of Honolulu Harbor. The tour will pass by terminals operated by Pasha Group (including the almost-complete Kapalama Container Terminal) and Matson as well as Hawaii’s Pier 2 Cruise Terminal, the Honolulu Vehicle Processing Center and much more. Moderated […]
APP Board of Directors Meeting
Association business — all are welcome!
Update: Green Marine Initiatives
Green Marine’s Eleanor Kirtley will recap the outcome of the first round of pilot projects in 2024 and the launching of a second round in 2026.
Evaluating the Impact of Offshore Renewable Energy Development and O/G Platform Decommissioning
Stacey Kilarski, Resource Management Specialist with Lynker, a premier science, engineering, and technology company, will provide an overview of the study: Port Infrastructure Needs of Commercial and Recreational Fisheries Along the U.S. West Coast. Ms. Kilarski will explore the study’s research and strategies to evaluate how offshore renewable energy development and oil and gas platform decommissioning may affect […]
Ports as Catalysts: Building the Circular Economy from the Shore Up
Ports have always connected the world…but today, they also sit at the intersection of waste abundance and resource scarcity. Each year, millions of tonnes of dredge, sediment, and excess soil flow through port systems, most of it discarded. This session invites a new view: ports as engines of circular transformation. Drawing on examples from Canada’s […]
Military Initiatives in the Pacific
Derek Chow, Burns & McDonnell will lead a panel discussing military initiatives under development throughout the Pacific.
Recession “Proofing” Your Marina
Providing proven ideas to help protect your marina revenues while remaining fully operational.
Closing Ceremony
Preview of APP’s 112th Annual Conference to be held in August 2026 in Guam!