• April 12-14, 2027
  • South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center, Houston TX

Participating Ports

Connecting leading seaports, terminals, and maritime organizations shaping the future of global trade, logistics, sustainability, and port innovation.

Antigua & Barbuda Port Authority

The port’s modernization also includes the creation of a logistics park, enabling private businesses to provide services alongside the Port Authority, fostering a competitive and efficient maritime environment. This initiative is expected to stimulate job creation, expand government revenue, and support broader economic diversification beyond tourism.

Port Contact: Darwin Telemaque

Authoritti Portual Durres

The Port of Durres is located at the north end of the Durres Bay and south of the Adriatic Sea. A whole range of technical-nautical services are available at Durres Port providing highly productive terminal operations, logistics services, accessibility, administrative facilities, sustainable onshore and maritime infrastructure ensuring quick and safe shipping while promoting nature conservation and economic development.

Port Contact: Qerim Kodheli

Corn Belt Ports

Corn Belt Ports were established to address a historical gap in inland port infrastructure in the heart of the Corn Belt, covering parts of Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. They are county-based, long, linear, rural, and multimodal transportation units designed to integrate with regional planning agencies and support efficient freight movement. The ports operate within the Corn Belt Lock and Dam System, enhancing navigation and logistics for agricultural commodities and other goods.

Port Contact: Robert Sinkler

Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago

A natural harbour on the sheltered north western coast of Trinidad, the Port of Port of Spain is ideally positioned to service the major sea lanes between the Americas, the islands of the Caribbean and the trading links between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans via the Panama Canal.

Port Contact: Wilfred de Gannes

Port of Beaumont

It is the fourth busiest port in the United States according to the American Association of Port Authorities and the thirty-fourth largest in the world in terms of tonnage. It is also the busiest military port in the US and the second busiest military port in the world and the headquarters of the United States Army's 842d Transportation Battalion, which specializes in port logistical activity.

Port Contact: Randall Ogrydziak

Port of Belize

We are dedicated to being the gateway for trade and economic growth in Belize. With a commitment to reliable and high-quality logistics, we connect our customers to global markets through innovative solutions, modern infrastructure, and a passion for excellence. Our skilled and engaged workforce, supported by advanced technology, ensures seamless operations while fostering a sustainable and prosperous future for the nation.

Port Contact: Arturo Vazquez

Port of Corpus Christi

Port Corpus Christi is the 5th largest port in the United States in total tonnage. Port Corpus Christi is located on Corpus Christi Bay in the western Gulf of Mexico, with a straight 45’ deep channel. The Port is located close to downtown Corpus Christi, Texas, Nueces County, Texas; but the port is not part of the City or the County.

Port Contact: Leslie Ruta