By Karen Robes Meeks
On May 23, the Port of Hueneme hosted “World Trade and Innovation” to highlight World Trade Week and celebrate its fifth annual Maritime Advanced Systems and Technologies (MAST) Expo together with trade partners.
The event featured keynote speaker Erick Went of Matter Labs, who spoke about blockchain and how technology is poised to change the region’s trade and economic future. According to the port, more than 40 exhibitors showcased interactive displays of technological innovations including flying drones, lasers and x-ray cameras.
“Our goal at the port is to facilitate trade for our region,” Oxnard Harbor District President Mary Anne Rooney said to the 400 people who attended. “We aim to provide economic opportunity and vitality to those individuals and businesses who are the life-blood of our communities across our state and across our nation.”
Rooney indicated that the port also believes in “moving our industry forward toward a more sustainable and innovative future.” He added, “I am inspired by all of the conversations and collaborations taking place today among our customers, trade consulates, public safety agencies, elected representatives, and students.”
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Friday, May 25, 2018
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Port of LA to Offer Harbor Tours
By Karen Robes Meeks
As part of World Trade Week, the Port of Los Angeles will host free one-hour harbor boat tours on May 19.
The narrated tours, which will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., will leave from Banning’s Landing Community Center in Wilmington and the Los Angeles Maritime Museum in San Pedro every 30 minutes. No need for reservations.
There will also be the popular “Waves ‘n Woofs” boat tours, pet-friendly tours for owners and their leashed dogs that will leave at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. from both locations.
“The port is proud to offer harbor boat tours, which offer the public a unique opportunity to learn about the logistics and operations of North America's premier gateway for international commerce” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka. “It’s also a great way to see the progress that has been made along the LA Waterfront.”
The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is at 600 Sampson Way, Berth 84, in San Pedro. Banning’s Landing Community Center is at 100 E. Water St. in Wilmington.
As part of World Trade Week, the Port of Los Angeles will host free one-hour harbor boat tours on May 19.
The narrated tours, which will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., will leave from Banning’s Landing Community Center in Wilmington and the Los Angeles Maritime Museum in San Pedro every 30 minutes. No need for reservations.
There will also be the popular “Waves ‘n Woofs” boat tours, pet-friendly tours for owners and their leashed dogs that will leave at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. from both locations.
“The port is proud to offer harbor boat tours, which offer the public a unique opportunity to learn about the logistics and operations of North America's premier gateway for international commerce” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka. “It’s also a great way to see the progress that has been made along the LA Waterfront.”
The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is at 600 Sampson Way, Berth 84, in San Pedro. Banning’s Landing Community Center is at 100 E. Water St. in Wilmington.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Free Boat Tours Offered at POLA this Weekend
By Mark Edward Nero
In celebration of World Trade Week, the Port of Los Angeles is offering free public boat tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 20. Tours will depart every 30 minutes from the Los Angeles Maritime Museum in San Pedro, and from Banning’s Landing Community in Wilmington.
The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is located at 600 Sampson Way, Berth 84, in San Pedro. Banning’s Landing Community Center can be found at 100 E. Water St. in Wilmington. Boats at both locations are wheelchair accessible and have restrooms on board.
The Port of LA has offered free World Trade Week tours to the public for over 20 years. This year’s tours are an hour long, and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are needed.
“World Trade Week is a great opportunity to welcome our local residents and visitors to the waterfront for a spectacular view of the nation’s busiest port in action,” POLA Executive Director Gene Seroka said in a statement.
World Trade Week, which coincides with World Trade Month, is a unique program dedicated to educating the public about the importance and benefits of global trade to the local and U.S. economy. Related events and programs are held throughout Southern California every May.
In celebration of World Trade Week, the Port of Los Angeles is offering free public boat tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 20. Tours will depart every 30 minutes from the Los Angeles Maritime Museum in San Pedro, and from Banning’s Landing Community in Wilmington.
The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is located at 600 Sampson Way, Berth 84, in San Pedro. Banning’s Landing Community Center can be found at 100 E. Water St. in Wilmington. Boats at both locations are wheelchair accessible and have restrooms on board.
The Port of LA has offered free World Trade Week tours to the public for over 20 years. This year’s tours are an hour long, and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are needed.
“World Trade Week is a great opportunity to welcome our local residents and visitors to the waterfront for a spectacular view of the nation’s busiest port in action,” POLA Executive Director Gene Seroka said in a statement.
World Trade Week, which coincides with World Trade Month, is a unique program dedicated to educating the public about the importance and benefits of global trade to the local and U.S. economy. Related events and programs are held throughout Southern California every May.
