Providing a forum for ports to network and build relationships within the port community; to learn and share best practices and innovations; and to demonstrate leadership in fostering good relations across the Pacific Ocean.
As drivers of economic growth, facilitating trade and generating thousands of jobs, ports of the Pacific Ocean share a common vision: To provide an efficient, fluid, and cost-effective supply chain in a safe, environmentally sustainable and economically viable manner. The Association of Pacific Ports assists Member Ports in achieving this vision by enabling the sharing of best practices and lessons learned, peer-to-peer networking, and professional development.
We are pleased to provide the following PDFs, photos and videos from presentations from the APP’s 112th Annual Conference in Guam, August 3 to 6, 2026. Photos (FLIKR site) Day
August 19, 2026 — The Association of Pacific Ports (APP) is pleased to welcome Kirk DeJesus as its new President. Representing the Port of Stockton, California, DeJesus assumes the leadership
Hosted by the Port Authority of Guam (PAG), the APP’s 112th Annual Conference was a huge success! Based on early feedback, delegates found the sessions (especially those with a panel
The official magazine of the Association of Pacific Ports with a focus on issues, activities and updates for ports encircling the Pacific Ocean. (Open magazine in a new browser window.)
The Association of Pacific Ports (APP) is a trade and information association founded in 1913 as the Pacific Coast Association of Port Authorities (PCAPA) for the purpose of promoting increased efficiency and effectiveness of the ports of the Pacific.
Programs of the APP are aimed at enhancing the technical and governance expertise of commissioners and other port officials through meetings, educational seminars, and the exchange of appropriate communications. These programs are also pertinent to the needs of ports’ management and technical staff.
January 27 to 29, 2027
Join port leaders, industry experts, policymakers and maritime professionals for an engaging program focused on the opportunities and challenges shaping Pacific ports. Gain valuable insights, exchange ideas and best practices, build new partnerships, and strengthen relationships across the Pacific port community. Set against the backdrop of Honolulu, the conference offers the perfect combination of strategic discussion, professional networking and Pacific hospitality. Make your plans now and be part of APP’s 2027 Winter Conference—where Pacific ports connect, collaborate and prepare for the future.
Full details will be available at www.PacificPortsConference.com, our dedicated conference site.
The overarching goal of the APP is to create a community for ports and supporting stakeholders that fosters good relations and collaboration among members and the maritime industry as a whole. Focused on all three prongs of port control — governance, management and operations, our robust communication and outreach strategies are dedicated to promoting the increased efficiency of ports and harbors.
As you develop your communication and marketing plans for the coming year, we invite you to learn more about opportunities to participate with the APP.
