Changing times call for changes in how we learn. Simulation, webinars and virtual lessons are all examples of how the port industry is adapting to changing times and technology to pursue self-improvement.

“From the Front Lines” is a new column for Seaports, one designed to share port leaders’ first-hand perspectives and insights based on their direct involvement in the Western Hemisphere port industry.

Hands-on doesn’t necessarily mean on-site, especially as ports explore new ways to improve processing, extend their reach and become more resilient.

REPORTAJE Por Nick Fortuna ISTOCK.COM/KRULUA Hoy día, casi todos vivimos atados a nuestros teléfonos móviles, pero esa no fue una opción para Tracey Sandberg un jueves cualquiera en septiembre de 2018 cuando el Puerto de San Diego fue impactado por un ataque de ransomware. Sandberg, quien se había unido al puerto como directora de tecnologías de la información a inicios ...

AAPA is raising money for port authority staff and their families impacted by Hurricane Ida. Contributions to the Port Employees Emergency Relief Fund can be made through participation in the AAPA’s Inaugural Golf Tournament to be held September 26 at the Wolfdancer Golf Club. There is still time to register to attend AAPA’s Annual Convention & Expo and receive the JW Mariott Austin hotel group rate, ...

The aftermath of Hurricane Ida is currently being felt along the U.S. Gulf Coast and Northeast. Did you know that ongoing emergency funds are available right now? Port employees in need of immediate financial support can apply for assistance through the Port Employees Emergency Relief Fund by contacting AAPA Accounting Manager Larrinda Shields at (703) 706-4719 ext. 719 or by email at [email protected]. ...

NOAA Hydrographic Services Review Panel (HSRP) Federal Advisory Committee will hold a virtual public meeting conducted via webinar, September 1 from 12:45-5:30 p.m. and September 2 from 1:00-5:30 p.m. ET. The meeting will have two special sessions highlighting: 1) offshore wind energy and data sharing interests; and 2) the technology, operations and systems to support ocean surveying and mapping in less ...

As the U.S. Congress considers major infrastructure legislation, AAPA has continued advocating on behalf of member ports. AAPA’s message to Congress is that ports are ready to begin making vital improvements as soon as the necessary funding is available. AAPA’s coordinated social media campaign urges Congress to pass infrastructure legislation – including robust funding for port modernization – which will support America’s ...

Michael Lichte, Vice President, Milk Optimization and Customer Relations, Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), will address attendees of AAPA’s 110th Annual Convention on the importance of the global supply chain and DFA’s reliance on ports in delivering milk solutions to the global marketplace. Lichte has worked with DFA for more than 17 years, previously serving in a variety of roles including economics, ...

Over the past month, AAPA staff have been settling into their spaces at the new headquarters in Washington, D.C. To celebrate and give members, partner organizations, and supporters of seaports in government the opportunity to check out the new space, AAPA hosted an Open House on July 21. Guests enjoyed food and beverages while networking and exploring the modern office. ...