Still in the planning stage but we’re exploring a number of opportunities for attendees to network while getting out of the hotel and into the surrounding Guam community. Options so far include golf, a riverboat cruise, and an excursion to Sumay Cove Marina. Stay tuned – details will be firmed up shortly.

Association business.

Your first stop at the APP 112th Annual Conference…grab your name tag, delegate bag and start networking!

BEACH CEREMONY: CHAMORU WELCOME & WERIYENG CANOE ARRIVAL Delegates gather at the Hyatt Regency Beach. The CHamoru cultural welcome begins — chants and singing rising from the shore. Simultaneously, the Micronesian School of Weriyeng’s canoe sails in from the sea. The canoe’s arrival and the CHamoru welcome are one event: the ocean bringing its travelers […]

APP President Conchita Taitano, Vice Chairperson, Board of Port Authority of Guam will officially call the 112th Annual Conference to order.

Welcome remarks to open the APP’s 112th Annual Conference: – The Host Port — on behalf of the Port Authority of Guam, Rory J. Respicio, General Manager – The Governor of Guam, The Honorable Lourdes Aflague Leon Guerrero – The Lieutenant Governor of Guam, The Honorable Joshua “Josh” Franquez Tenorio – The Port’s Legislative Oversight […]

Confirmation pending…

Confirmation pending…

Military Buildup, Pacific Supply Chain Resilience, and What It Means for Your Port With military construction accelerating across the western Pacific — on Tinian, in Yap State, and on Peleliu — and the Marine Corps relocation from Okinawa to Guam reshaping the region’s logistics landscape, this session examines what the buildup demands of the ports […]

The Association of Pacific Ports and the Association of Terminal Operators, Stevedoring and Shipping Companies of Micronesia will officially enter into a Reciprocal Membership Agreement, confirming their commitment to collaborate on issues that promote education and professionalism.

Pending confirmation…

Details to be confirmed…

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

Pacific ports face a recurring pattern of infrastructure degradation due to inadequate maintenance budgets. This session explores asset management frameworks, preventive maintenance planning, and how development partners can support the full lifecycle of port infrastructure.

Erik Soderberg, SE President, Principal
Liftech Consultants Inc.

Ports operating in complex regulatory and community environments know that stakeholder concern — left unaddressed — becomes opposition. This session offers a practical framework for transforming that concern into informed advocacy, where early buy-in drives lasting support and project success.

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

The tradition continues! This session allows port representatives to provide updates on major projects, business trends and issues they face within their jurisdiction. The Port Update session is a cornerstone of APP’s mission to foster idea-sharing, allow delegates to recognize patterns within the port community, and identify solutions to common challenges without having to ‘reinvent […]

A comprehensive briefing on PAG operations, 50th anniversary milestones, current infrastructure projects, federal grant management, sustainability initiatives, and the port’s role as the critical gateway for Guam’s economy and the region’s supply chain.

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

This session pairs the EPA Clean Ports Program with a real-world implementation case study. Starting with an EPA Ports Initiative overview ($3B Clean Ports Program), delegates will learn about grantee lessons learned, zero-emission cargo handling equipment, shore power infrastructure, electric harbor craft, and island port access. With nearly eight decades of expertise to provide clients […]

A signature infrastructure project for the Port Authority of Guam, the Glass Breakwater Project transformed the World War II-era structure to provide protection of Apra Harbor from powerful waves and storm surges. From engineering, environmental considerations, and construction methodology, this presentation looks at the entire process of a major infrastructure project.

Following the presentation on the Glass Breakwater Project, delegates will have the opportunity to view the infrastructure firsthand.

Lunch hosted by the Port Authority of Guam in a relaxed beachside setting — celebrating the CHamoru tradition of gathering, sharing food, and building community.

Using concrete examples from Ports around the Pacific, this session looks at the process and benefits of reducing emissions through shore power, electrification of dock vehicles and other initiatives.

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

Pathways to 100% renewable energy for Guam and Pacific territories, port electrification, microgrid resilience, and energy storage.

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

Pending confirmation…

Details being confirmed…

The Annual General Meeting of the Association of Pacific Ports — all are welcome!

Pending confirmation… This session explores the theme “Strengthening Our Shared Pacific”, emphasizing collaboration among ports, governments, and communities across the region. The session highlights the importance of resilient infrastructure, cultural connection, and economic cooperation in navigating shared challenges such as climate change and supply chain disruption. Underscoring the role of ports as vital lifelines that […]

Every port is already more digitally connected than it was five years ago — and more connected than many staff realize. This session starts inside the fence line, helping port authorities of all sizes take practical stock of what they have connected, make smarter decisions about what comes next, and protect themselves from the risks […]

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

The session explores how Pacific ports of all sizes are using technology to work smarter — not just bigger. Whether leveraging data to enhance operational performance, resilience, or decision-making, the port industry is actively employing real-time analytics, digital twins, and predictive tools to optimize berth utilization and cargo dwell times, equipment performance and vessel flow. […]

This presentation explores innovative technologies and forward-thinking practices that help ports extend the lifespan of critical infrastructure. It highlights asset monitoring tools, predictive maintenance strategies, and sustainable upgrades that reduce costs, improve reliability, and maximize long-term value, ensuring ports remain resilient, efficient, and competitive in an evolving maritime landscape.

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

Pending confirmation…

Pending confirmation…

An opportunity for Associate Members and non-port Sponsors to highlight their products and services to delegates.

Pending confirmation…

APP now-Past President Conchita Taitano — Conference summary, acknowledgments, and call to action reflecting the spirit of inafa’maolek.

New APP President Kirk DeJesus thanks the Port Authority of Guam and APP’s outgoing President, provides overview (video) of Port of Stockton and invites attendees to 113th Annual Conference (noting also the APP 2027 Winter Conference will be first – January 27 to 29, 2027, Honolulu, Hawaii)

Si Yu’os Ma’åse — Thank You Attendees departing August 7 are encouraged to explore Guam’s natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture.