The theme of the 2013 Maritime Economic Development Workshop will be Port Capital Improvements: How regional differences, future markets, economic forecasts and public perceptions influence and drive infrastructure decision-making. In June 2012, AAPA released the results of its latest port infrastructure investment survey, which shows that U.S. ports and private-sector investors are planning $46 billion in capital improvements through 2016. This workshop will explore the factors that drive port infrastructure spending, analyze the risks and rewards for undertaking such investments, and discuss how capital improvements can propel additional business development and influence better intermodal connections with a port.

REGISTRATION FEE: $595 member; $725 non-member

LOCATION:

Courtyard by Marriott – Magnificent Mile Chicago
165 East Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 573-0800 or (800) 321-2211
Fax: (312) 660-2432
Rate: $189.00 single/double

Room Block Cut-Off Date: June 5, 2013

A limited number of hotel rooms has been reserved, so make your hotel arrangements early.