Keep checking back for frequent updates as we confirm speakers, presentations and networking sessions!
Breakfast
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).
COMPANION PROGRAM
We’re very excited to be able to offer the following experiences for APP Conference companions. All excursions have translators and escorts for your assistance. Sunday, August 11, 2024 6:30 to 9:00 am — Breakfast – Included with your InterContinental Hotel reservation, a buffet. breakfast is served beginning at 6:30 am in the SEEDS Restaurant (located […]
Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum
Join us as we visit the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum, renown for its amazing architecture and statues, including the 40-meter (131 feet) statue of the Fo Guang Big Buddha, the world’s largest copper-cast Buddha statue. The Museum hosts collections such as the Buddha’s tooth relic, the Great Compassion Mantra Caisons, the Big Bell and […]
Lunch at the Hi-Lai Vegetarian Restaurant
Following our tour of the Buddha Museum, guests will enjoy the fare at the Hi-Lai Vegetarian Restaurant that offers the integration of Chinese and Western cooking methods, exquisite Hong Kong-style dim sum, special vegetarian dishes and creative dishes. With simple Zen style as the main tone of the space, the open kitchen clearly displays the […]
Delegate Registration
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).
APP Executive Committee Meeting
APP association business.
Welcome Reception and Dinner: Port of Kaohsiung Cruise Terminal
All guests should meet at 4:40 pm in the lobby of the InterContinental Hotel to catch the shuttle to the Cruise Terminal. A tour of the Terminal will start at 5:00 pm before the welcome reception. Opened in March 2023, the Kaohsiung Cruise Terminal is a modern architectural marvel. Shaped like a whale, the terminal […]
Breakfast
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).
Delegate Registration
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).
Welcome Remarks
Session #1: Building a Sustainable Future
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, […]
Session #2: U.S. Maritime Administration: Pacific Mission
Mr. Hein will discuss the goals, opportunities and challenges for the U.S. Maritime Administration’s mission in the Pacific.
Networking / Refreshments (Monday morning)
Sponsored by Port of Redwood City
Session #3: MARAD Town Hall
This panel session, moderated by Casey Hehr, Port of Long Beach (replacing Gus Hein, MARAD), includes Port of Nanaimo, Fiji Ports, Port of Stockton, and Port of Long Beach. The panel will discuss issues of relevance and compare insights of various jurisdictions around the Pacific Ocean.
Buffet Lunch (Monday)
Sponsored by Port of Long Beach
Session #4: Port Updates
Port attendees provide a three-to-five minute update on activities and issues within their jurisdictions.
Session #5: Green Marine International: Advancing Environmental Excellence in the port sector
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 […]
Networking / Refreshments (Afternoon)
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
Dinner: Kaohsiung Port Depot / Great Harbor Bridge / Echo Across the Harbor
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. TIPC has arranged for the Great Harbor Bridge to be turning at 7:00 pm. The return shuttle can be boarded in front of the […]
Breakfast
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).
Introductory Remarks
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.
Session #6: Sister Port Agreements
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.
Refreshments (Tuesday morning)
Sponsored by Port of Hueneme
Session #7: Port Sharing
The Ports of Busan, Kobe, Naha and Tokyo will provide updates and insights into activities within their respective jurisdictions.
Session #8: Smart Future: Harboring Innovation with Digital Technology
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 […]
Session #9: Green Future: Sailing Towards Sustainability
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 […]
Session #10: Energized Future: New Energy, New Opportunities
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.
Buffet Lunch (Tuesday)
Sponsored by Port of Umatilla
Session #11: A Green Intelligent Terminal
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 […]
Session #12: Q&A / Discussion
Port Tour: Evergreen Marine Corp.'s Terminal 7
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 […]
Dinner: Taiwanese Food!
Sponsored by Taiwan International Ports Corporation and Total Soft Bank TIPC and Total Soft Bank have organized for traditional Taiwanese fare to be served for guests at the InterContinental Hotel – 3F Grand Ballroom.
Breakfast
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).
Session #13: Republic of Marshall Islands Port Authority
Mr. Thomas Maddison will provide an update on major projects underway at RMI’s port.
Session #14: Sustainability and Infrastructure Resilience
Networking / Refreshments (Wednesday morning)
Sponsored by Port of Stockton
Session #15: Tonga’s Port Modernization
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.
Session #16: Beyond: An efficient, Technology-Driven Automation
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.
Buffet Lunch (Wednesday)
Sponsored by the Port of Guam
Session #17: Ports and PFAS: The Safe Passage of Pollutants Across International Waters
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 […]
Session #18: Pacific Islands Naval and Air Force Infrastructure Revitalization
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, […]
Closing Ceremony
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.