Photo above: Port of Nanaimo
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Association of Pacific Ports News
August 19, 2022
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IN THIS ISSUE:
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REGISTER NOW! Early bird registration ends soon!!! APP 108th Annual Conference: September 25 to 28, 2022 -- Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
- SAVE THE DATE: APP's Winter Conference dates announced
- Member News:
- Port of Long Beach welcomes Pasha Hawaii LNG-powered ship
- Fiji welcomes first cruise ship since pandemic
- Trans Mountain announces new President and CEO
- FortisBC and Musqueam Indian Band sign Tilbury LNG projects agreement
- Study evaluates rail crossings in Columbia County, proposes safety improvements
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APP's Annual Conference
September 25 to 28, 2022
Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
The countdown is on! Less than 40 days until the APP's 108th Annual Conference in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands -- September 25 to 28, 2022! Our agenda is coming together nicely and we're in the midst of assigning times, gathering speaker bios and presentation outlines. Stay tuned as we start rolling out announcements! This year's agenda covers all the bases: MARAD Town Hall, World Bank infrastructure projects, port activity updates and best practices, technology, climate change and weather monitoring, government initiatives, and much much more.
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Featured events and speakers |
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Keynote Speaker: Governor Ralph Torres
We're very pleased to confirm our Keynote Speaker will be Governor Ralph Torres, Governor, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands / CNMI Office of the Governor who will provide welcoming remarks plus activities and priorities for CNMI.
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Supply Chain Information Highway
Dr. Noel Hacegaba will provide an overview and insights into the Port of Long Beach’s new digital infrastructure project that has been created to aggregate data for companies across industries and sectors to track cargo in real time from origin to destination.
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Shipping in the Islands
Patrick Bulaon, Vice President and General Manager, Guam / Micronesia /Matson Inc., will give an overview of shipping in the Islands with an update on current activities.
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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS SOON
The Venue: Hyatt Regency Saipan -- Experience the true essence of Saipan’s paradise whilst enjoying the comforts of home at Hyatt Regency Saipan Hotel. Enjoy panoramic views of the hotel’s lush, tropical gardens while witnessing the breathtaking sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Our hotel on Saipan is conveniently located in the center of the island’s shopping and entertainment district, just a 30-minute drive from Saipan International Airport.
The APP is maintaining a rooming list. When you register for the conference, you'll be asked for some details on your hotel stay (you can still register if you don't have your itinerary set yet). Guests will pay the hotel directly upon check in/out. We're also arranging for shuttles to and from the airport.
Getting there: You may be eligible to use the services of Global Marine Travel — a full-service maritime travel agency specializing in one-way, refundable, changeable marine airfares. Contact Louise Kawaler (+1 604-329-1143) for more information.
Sponsors:
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SAVE THE DATE!
APP ANNOUNCES DATES FOR WINTER CONFERENCE:
FEBRUARY 8 TO 10, 2023
While we're still focused on organizing our 108th Annual Conference in Saipan, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands -- September 25 to 28, 2022, we are already making plans for the APP's next Winter Conference -- February 8 to 10, 2023. This year, we'll be heading to Honolulu, Hawaii, the half-way point for our members. The Alohilani Resort will be rolling out the red carpet for APP members!
Stay tuned for details about speaker and sponsor opportunities.
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Port of Long Beach welcomes Pasha Hawaii LNG-powered ship
August 17, 2022 — The Port of Long Beach on Wednesday welcomed Pasha Hawaii’s MV George III, the first container ship powered by liquefied natural gas to refuel on the West Coast. The ship’s LNG-powered engines are dramatically cleaner than those of a traditional cargo ship.
Following George III’s inaugural visit to Long Beach, the newly built 774-foot-long ship will begin its maiden voyage to its home port in Honolulu. And there’s another LNG Pasha ship on the the way – the Janet Marie will be the second of two “Ohana Class” container ships to join Pasha Hawaii’s fleet, in the fourth quarter of 2022, in service between Hawaii and the U.S. mainland.
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Fiji welcomes first cruise ship since pandemic
August 15, 2022 — Following a two-year lapse, Fiji welcomed its first cruise ship at the Lautoka Port. The Carnival Cruise’s Pacific Explorer, carrying more than 1,900 passengers and crew, will be making two port calls in Fiji as part of its Fiji Adventure itinerary. Following its Lautoka Port call today, the Pacific Explorer will call on Dravuni Island on Tuesday, before leaving Fiji.
The arrival of the Pacific Explorer signifies a favourable restart of the cruise industry for Fiji and the Pacific. Representing the Fijian Government was the Minister for Infrastructure, Meteorological Services, Lands and Mineral Resources, Hon. Jone Usamate.
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Trans Mountain announces new President and CEO
August 10, 2022 — The Board of Directors of Trans Mountain Corporation have announced the appointment of Dawn Farrell to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors. The appointment will be effective August 15, 2022.
Mrs. Farrell brings over 35 years’ experience in the energy business, having held various senior level positions, including most recently President and CEO of TransAlta Corporation where she led the company’s unprecedented transition away from coal-fired electrical generation. This was one of the most significant carbon emissions reduction achievements in Canada’s effort to address climate change.
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FortisBC and Musqueam Indian Band sign Tilbury LNG projects agreement
August 10, 2022—FortisBC Holdings Inc. (“FortisBC”) and Musqueam Indian Band (“Musqueam”) are announcing the signing of an agreement, which will result in the parties sharing benefits associated with the Tilbury LNG Projects (“Projects”). The agreement will see Musqueam and FortisBC working in close collaboration as the Projects are developed, including the Tilbury Marine Jetty. A shared goal of this agreement is to develop a world-leading LNG facility that will result in beneficial outcomes for Musqueam and the region, while improving the overall quality of these Projects.
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Study evaluates rail crossings in Columbia County, proposes safety improvements
August 10, 2022—A study recently evaluated rail crossings throughout Columbia County and identified what safety improvements can be made in both the short and long term. Several local communities and private businesses joined together to commission the Columbia County Rail Safety and Mobility Study, with the Port of Columbia County representing the public-private partnership.
“The rail line is an important economic driver in our county, supporting multiple businesses that employ hundreds of people,” said Sean Clark, the port’s executive director. “We are also aware that by bisecting multiple cities, the rail can present potential challenges.”
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