News Release
FOR RELEASE - September 12, 2024
Contact: Shawn Balcomb, press@aapa-ports.org
American Association of Port Authorities
Phone: (202) 792-4033
www.aapa-ports.org
Washington, D.C. — The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) today released a statement in response to the Select Committee on the CCP and House Homeland Committees' joint report on port security:
“America’s ports thank the China Select and House Homeland Security Committee's Majority for their work and attention on port cybersecurity," stated AAPA President and CEO, Cary S. Davis. "Due to our constant work with the U.S. Coast Guard, other federal law enforcement, and private sector experts, there have been no known security breaches involving port equipment to date. We are eager to continue collaborating with Federal Government leaders to respond to evolving threat landscapes with forward-looking policy solutions like waivers to burdensome procurement requirements and incentives for the domestic manufacture of critical port equipment.”
About AAPA:
The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) is the unified voice of port leaders and maritime industry partners across the Western Hemisphere who serve a vital role in job-creation, international competitiveness, and economic prosperity. Connecting small business owners, retailers, and manufacturers to the global marketplace, AAPA member organizations advocate for national policies and infrastructure investments in support of a resilient global supply chain and a positive impact on the way people live, work, travel, and engage in commerce.
