2022 Navigating NEPA: Briefing by MARAD on Discretionary Grants
In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD), AAPA hosted a webinar on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) approval process. In this webinar, Senior MARAD staff outline what port authorities need to know as they prepare to secure NEPA approval for forthcoming Port Infrastructure Development (PIDP) projects and other grants.
2020 Planning for Shifting Trade Seminar
This AAPA program traditionally addresses global economic trends with key industry leaders providing their insights on shifting trade routes and the resulting impact on infrastructure needs. The program also examines the political challenges facing free trade policies and the instability in the ocean carrier industry.
2019 Facilities Engineering Seminar
This Seminar addressed best practices and solutions for Port engineering professionals. Sessions include Extending Life of Infrastructure, Funding Port Facilities, Port Design Topics and Project Delivery and Risk Management.
2018 Capital Projects Seminar
Hosted by The Port of Virginia, AAPA’s 2018 Capital Projects Seminar was designed to reward port economic development professionals with new knowledge, skills, ideas and resources to research, plan, develop and market new land/facility improvements and capital projects. This seminar provided different perspectives on bringing projects to fruition, as well as innovative ideas for marketing and promotion to attract new tenants, customers, funding partners and community goodwill.