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the client. The web/user interface is very intuitive, but we see a range of in-house expertise and will match our services accordingly,” said English, adding that, with the advent of COVID-19, self-help training videos and an easily accessible user manual have already been incorporated into systems.

The usefulness of PortLink during the pandemic cannot be understated. Access to the system is available anywhere there is an internet connection, helping ports achieve isolation and social distancing protocols while still being able to actively monitor and engage in port activities in real-time. And with multiple security platforms and authentication processes, the integrity of the system is strong.

Future growth

PortLink’s growth strategy is twopronged and focuses both on the size of the company as well as developing new, technological innovations. “We’re currently keeping up with demand but we’re always looking for passionate, talented people,” said Vdovin. “In-house quality assurance is important to us and we’re adding new members to the team all the time.”

On the technology front, Vdovin and the PortLink team are continually looking for ways to enhance the current systems through big data analysis and artificial intelligence, for example. “We’re also adding in weather forecasting to assist with vessel movements and schedules,” said Vdovin. “For example, if a threshold is reached a notice will be issued in real-time.”

Perhaps the most exciting news for PortLink is the imminent launch of HarbourLink, a cost-effective and user-friendly solution that will allow smaller ports to maximize port operations. Because the system is cloudhosted, there is no need for additional equipment. Vdovin expects to make an announcement of the launch of HarbourLink before the end of the year.

To learn more about HarbourLink or any of PortLink’s offerings, please visit www.portlinkglobal.com or email Kris English (Kris.english@portlink.co).

Are you taking advantage of many benefits of the APP? Call or email Jane McIvor: 604-893-8800 / jane@pacificports.org to discuss.

As drivers of economic growth, facilitating trade and generating thousands of jobs, ports of the Pacific Ocean share a common vision: To provide an efficient, fluid, and cost-effective supply chain in a safe, environmentally sustainable and economically viable manner. The Association of Pacific Ports (APP) assists Member Ports in achieving this vision by enabling the sharing of best practices and lessons learned, peer-to-peer networking, and professional development. Supported by Associate Members who provide a diverse range of solutions for both port operations and management, the APP is building partnerships throughout the Pacific.

APP member benefits provide a number of vehicles for you and your colleagues to network, promote best practices and raise awareness of challenges and opportunities.

Industry Representation and Collaboration — in addition to working with like-minded organizations on initiatives that improve facets of your business and the maritime industry, the APP participates in government and industry forums as well as key industry events (e.g., Clean Pacific, GreenTech, Seatrade, Pacific Marine Expo), not only to provide representation for Pacific Ports but also to ensure important information is shared throughout the membership.

Networking — through conferences and workshops, the APP provides opportunities for you to meet your counterparts from around the Pacific, learn through the sharing of best practices, and to develop life-long relationships with your peers. Promotional opportunities for Associate Members are also a key part of our agendas through presentations, distribution of materials, and table-top displays designed to heighten awareness of your products and services. Communications & Marketing — all members are invited (and encouraged!) to: • Submit articles, press releases and activity updates for Pacific

Ports Magazine as well as our semi-monthly e-news updates and our frequently updated website. Not a writer? That’s okay, we can help. • Three months free web banner advertising on pacificports.org as well as six e-news banner ads (with greatly discounted rates for additional advertising). • Discounted rates for advertising in Pacific Ports Magazine. • Opportunities to present at APP Annual and Winter Conferences. • Participation on themed panel workshops.

Contact Jane McIvor (jane@pacificports.org / 604-893-8800) to discuss your priorities and ideas.

ASSOCIATION OF PACIFIC PORTS www.pacificports.org

Port Members

Port of Alaska (www.portofalaska.com) American Samoa Port Administration (americansamoaport.as.gov/) Port of Astoria, Oregon (www.portofastoria.com) Port of Benton, Washington (www.portofbenton.com) Port of Brookings Harbor, Oregon (www.portofbrookingsharbor.com) Port of Columbia County, Oregon (www.portofcolumbiacounty.org) Commonwealth Ports Authority, Northern Mariana Islands (www.cpa.gov.mp/) Port of Grays Harbor, Washington (www.portofgraysharbor.com) Port Authority of Guam (www.portguam.com) Port of Hualien, Taiwan International Ports Corporation, Ltd. (https://hl.twport.com.tw/) Port of Hueneme, California (www.portofh.org) Port of Kaohsiung, Taiwan International Ports Corporation, Ltd. (https://kh.twport.com.tw/en/) Port of Keelung, Taiwan International Ports Corporation, Ltd. (https://kl.twport.com.tw/en/) Port of Long Beach, California (www.polb.com) Nanaimo Port Authority, BC, Canada (www.npa.ca) Port of Newport, Oregon (www.portofnewport.com) Pohnpei Port Authority, Micronesia (www.ppa.fm) Port Alberni Port Authority, BC, Canada (https://portalberniportauthority.ca/) Port of Portland, Oregon (www.portofportland.com) Port of Redwood City, California (www.redwoodcityport.com) Republic of Marshall Islands (RMI) Ports Authority, Marshall Islands

Port of Richmond, California (www.ci.richmond.ca.us) Port of San Diego, California (www.portofsandiego.org) Port of Skagit, Washington (www.portofskagit.com) Port of Stockton, California (www.portofstockton.com) Port of Taichung, Taiwan International Ports Corporation, Ltd. (https://tc.twport.com.tw/en/) Ports Authority Tonga (https://www.portsauthoritytonga.com/) Port of Umatilla, Oregon (https://portofumatilla.org/) Port of Valdez, Alaska (https://www.valdezak.gov/151/Port)

Associate Members

ADELTE Ports & Maritime (www.adelte.com) Albion Marine Solutions (albionmarine.com) AM Insurance (www.amibrokers.com) American Samoa Office of Disaster Assistance & Petroleum Management Anchor QEA (www.anchorqea.com) Best Best & Krieger Attorneys at Law (www.bbklaw.com) BNAC Environmental Solutions Inc. (www.bnac.ca) EA Engineering, Science, and Technology (www.eaest.com) Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. (www.gldd.com) Haynes & Boone, LLP (www.haynesboone.com) Innovative Manufacturing Inc. (www.marinetapes.com) Levin-Richmond Terminal Corp. (www.levinterminal.com) Liebherr Nenzing Crane (www.liebherr.com) Liftech Consultants (www.liftech.net) Lynker Technologies, LLC (www.lynker.com) Majuro Stevedore & Terminal Company, Inc. Maritime and Port Bureau, Taiwan R.O.C. (www.motcmpb.gov.tw) Matson Navigation (www.matson.com) Midstream Lighting (www.midstreamlighting.com) Moffatt & Nichol (www.moffattnichol.com) Nautical Consulting International Inc. (https://nauticalconsulting.com) Northern Economics Inc. (https://northerneconomics.com/) Polaris Minerals (previously: Eagle Rock Aggregates) (http://polarismaterials.com/) PortLink (www.portlinkglobal.com) Reid Middleton, Inc. ( www.reidmiddleton.com) Schrader Co. Sales, LLC (www.schraderco.com) Shey-Harding Associates (www.shey-harding.com) SSA Marine (www.ssamarine.com) SWCA Environmental Consultants (www.swca.com) The Beckett Group (www.thebeckettgroup.org) Truk Transportation Western Wood Preservers Institute (www.wwpinstitute.org) WSP USA (https://www.wsp.com/) Yardi Systems (www.yardi.com)

Reciprocal Members

Association of BC Marine Industries (abcmi.ca) Green Marine (https://green-marine.org/) Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals Association (https://www.irpt.net/)

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