News Release
FOR RELEASE - May 28, 2009
Contact: Aaron Ellis, aellis@aapa-ports.org
703-684-5700
American Association of Port Authorities
Phone: (202) 792-4033
www.aapa-ports.org
To bring together these diverse experts in a forum packed with in-depth discussions, hands-on activities and the latest in regulatory updates, the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) will hold its 13th Port Security Seminar and Exhibition, in Houston, Texas, July 22-24, 2009. The seminar, hosted by the Port of Houston Authority, will also feature a day-long exhibition on July 23 to showcase the latest security trends, technologies and products in the seaport industry.
"Port security continues to be one of top concerns for our member ports, both here in the U.S. and throughout the hemisphere," said Kurt Nagle, AAPA's president and CEO. "This seminar will bring together key government officials, port leaders, sworn officers, terminal operators and private-sector security experts to share their knowledge and discuss best industry practices with their colleagues."
More information about AAPA's 13th Port Security Seminar and Exposition is available at / (click on the "Programs & Events" tab) or by calling AAPA's Ed O'Connell at 703-684-5700.
WHO: | American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) |
WHAT: | 13th AAPA Port Security Seminar & Exposition |
WHEN: | July 22-24, 2009 (Day 1, 8:30am - 5:00pm; Day 2, 8:45am - 5:15pm; Day 3, 8:30am-12:30pm, with optional afternoon NASA Johnson Space Center tour) |
WHERE: | The Westin Oaks, 5011 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77056; tel: (713) 960-8100 |
MEDIA: | Credentialed journalists interested in covering this conference for media purposes are asked to contact Aaron Ellis, aellis@aapa-ports.org, to obtain a media pass. |