AAPA Seaports Advisory
May 28, 2026
The American Association of Port Authorities will hold its 2026 Annual Convention & Expo September 28–30 at the New Orleans Marriott, bringing the port industry together in one of the most vibrant and culturally rich cities in the world.
 
This year's gathering comes at a pivotal moment for the industry, with conversations around trade policy, tariffs, modernization, and decarbonization shaping the future of ports for decades to come. Early Bird rates are available through June 5.
 
Register here before the deadline.
 
Call for Speakers
Ports and supply chain ecosystem suppliers are also invited to submit a speaker or session proposal for the 115th Annual Convention — submissions close June 5.
 
 
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We are seeking volunteers to join our panel of judges for this year's awards. The judging period is scheduled for June 22 to July 17. While the time commitment will vary depending on the number of submissions, volunteers should plan to review approximately 3 to 5 applications.
 
Judging Responsibilities Include: 
•       Reviewing award submissions and providing objective scores based on defined criteria via our online platform, Submittable.
•       Participating in follow-up discussions, if needed, to help finalize award selections.
 
Serving as a judge is a meaningful way to support AAPA’s mission, while gaining insight into some of the most forward-thinking projects happening within our Ports and ISPs.
 
If you are interested in judging, please email Lmancini@ports.org by Friday, June 12.
 
Also, don't miss your chance to have your port's work recognized as a beacon of excellence in the industry!
 
 
 
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Join terminal and port executives at Green Marine's 19th annual conference in Quebec City this June to dive into decarbonization, GHG management, and other port-focused sessions. Learn how leading operators such as Logistec, SSA Marine, Ports America, and Global Container Terminals are using data, electrification pilots, and new operating strategies to slash emissions while boosting resilience and performance. Discover practical tools, connect with peers, and bring home real ideas to future-proof your terminals and port assets.
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 - Joseph Morris,  Foundation for Seaports of the Americas, Board Chair and Port Everglades CEO and Port Director
 
 
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Upcoming Live Webinar: Advanced Cloud Caching for ArcGIS
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Modern GIS relies on cached layers for performance, but as data grows from gigabytes to terabytes, traditional server-based caches raise costs, strain infrastructure, and limit scale. This advanced webinar shows how to cache imagery, vector, elevation, and 3D layers in cloud object storage like Amazon S3 and Azure Blob—offloading ArcGIS Server, cutting storage costs, and delivering faster maps and scenes at scale.
 
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Assistant Director of Program Management; Long Beach, California; Port of Long Beach
 
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9
Jun 2026
 
Date: Tuesday, June 9
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm ET
 
For more information or a link to attend, please contact AAPA staff liaison Holden Haley directly at hholden@ports.org
14
Jul 2026
 
Date: Tuesday, July 14
Time: 2:00 pm ET
 
For more information or a link to attend, please contact AAPA staff liaison Charissa Meikle at cmeikle@ports.org
28
Sep 2026
 
Dates: September 28–30, 2026
Location: New Orleans, LA
 
The 2026 AAPA Annual Convention & Expo will bring together port leaders and industry stakeholders from across the maritime and supply chain sectors to discuss key issues shaping the future of ports. The event features executive-level programming, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall highlighting solutions for the global port industry.
 
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