EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S NOTE
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elcome to Pacific Ports Magazine! When the Association of Pacific Ports realized that we could not hold our Annual Conference this year (now scheduled for August 8 to 11, 2021 in Nanaimo), we set to work thinking of how best to continue meeting our mandate of promoting and encouraging professional development through the sharing of knowledge and best practices. Judging from participation in the very first issue, I believe we’ve found a winning solution. Much like the Association itself, Pacific Ports Magazine recognizes the importance of a strong port community. As drivers of economic growth, facilitating trade, and generating thousands
of jobs, all ports share a common vision: To provide an efficient, fluid, and costeffective supply chain in a safe, environmentally sustainable, and economically viable manner. The APP and Pacific Ports Magazine are committed to supporting you in your efforts to achieve these goals. For ports sharing the waters of the Pacific Ocean, there is this obvious connection that heightens our need for collaboration. Whether it be for an environmental initiative that protects the very basis of our livelihood, a project that bolsters efficiencies, or an idea to enhance the fluidity of supply chains, joining forces will make us so much more successful.
One of the first steps in developing any relationship is, of course, an understanding of your counterpart. And that’s where we can help. Over the following pages, you’ll gain insights into the priorities, opportunities and challenges facing other ports as well as commentary from industry leaders and introductions to key suppliers offering innovative solutions. By reading through the articles herein, the odds are very good that you’ll come away with at least one ‘gold nugget’ that can be applied to your own situation. Better yet, you’ll see an opportunity to contribute by sharing your experience with the same issue. Enjoy the read. — Jane McIvor
PORT OF BENTON The Port of Benton fosters economic development, trade and tourism by providing quality infrastructure and multi-modal transportation at a variety of sites. Real Estate • The Port of Benton owns and operates property within Tri-Cities Research District along with value added agriculture and industrial property. Transportation
• Richland and Prosser GA Airports • High Dock and Low Dock for Shipping Access • Short Line Operator and Both Class I Railroads (UP & BNSF) For more information:
www.portofbenton.com or 509-375-3060
PORT OF
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