Summary

America's ports are making significant progress toward zero-emission operations as part of a broader effort to reduce their environmental footprint. Driven by an urgent need to improve air quality and protect surrounding ecosystems and communities, ports across the nation are increasingly adopting the electrification of core activities, including shore power, cargo handling, and drayage. This transition is essential not only to comply with evolving state and federal regulations but also to enhance sustainability and resilience in the face of growing climate-related challenges.

However, the transition to electrification of port operations is far from simple. It requires careful strategic planning, substantial upgrades to existing infrastructure, and significant investment in new technologies. The complexities of this transformation call for a coordinated approach from all stakeholders to ensure that the transition delivers both economic and environmental benefits to port communities.

Building on the success of its previous editions, Global Transmission Report’s 3rd Annual Port Electrification US conference, scheduled for June 24-25, 2025, at Hilton Long Beach, California, will focus on the opportunities, solutions, and future of the electrification of key port operations.

The conference will feature engaged panel discussions and informative presentations addressing the challenges of electrification, highlighting strategies for achieving greener port operations, sharing lessons learned from ongoing projects, and showcasing the latest technologies and best practices.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with a broad spectrum of experts, including policy makers, port authorities, terminal operators, state transportation departments, local officials, technology providers, electric utilities, logistics firms, and charging solution providers. This conference will provide a collaborative platform for these key players to exchange ideas, share insights, and work together to accelerate the electrification of port operations.

Highlights from 2024 edition

TESTIMONIALS

It was a great experience to hear how different Ports approached electrification and the challenges they face - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

Felt the material presented at the conference was informative. I appreciated the lack of vendors, booths, etc. Many conferences place the primary focus on that aspect rather than providing relevant content. I found this difference to be refreshing and less distracting. I also appreciated the size of this event. It allowed for easy access/discussion with nearly all attendees and/or panelists. -3 degrees

I thought it was great. I learned a lot. - C&K Holdings

DAYS TO GO

When

June 24-25, 2025

Hilton Long Beach

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