AAPA Latin America connects the regional port community
At AAPA Latin America, we lead the regional operations of the American Association of Port Authorities, representing the interests of ports across the Western Hemisphere (United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America).
A network driving port leadership in Latin America
At AAPA LATAM, we remain the meeting point for top leaders and decision-makers in the port community across Latin America.
- A driver of innovation and sustainable growth that fosters collaboration among ports, terminals, operators, and suppliers.
- We strengthen industry leadership, promote effective public policy, and advance best practices to improve competitiveness and resilience.
- A forward-looking vision that addresses current challenges and positions the port logistics chain as a strategic pillar of economic and social development.
- Regional reach from Mexico to Argentina, including every country in Latin America.
- Focus on sustainable, efficient, and innovative development, policy advocacy, and a collaboration and education platform.
We strengthen the regional port industry
We are focused on strengthening the port industry across Latin America, from Mexico to Argentina, including every country in the region.
Foster cooperation
Collaboration between AAPA and terminals to share best practices.
Drive training
Strengthen port talent to address current and future challenges.
Drive financing
Promote investment in infrastructure and technology to improve competitiveness.
Address industry needs
Align strategies with shared knowledge and continuous monitoring.
Programs and benefits designed for our members
An end-to-end portfolio to connect, train, and finance the evolution of the port sector.
Strategic Connections Network
We facilitate engagement among key players in the port value chain.
- We create spaces for decision-makers to align and define strategic actions.
- We include expert voices and strengthen regional coordination.
- We build industry committees to address key challenges.
Exclusive benefits
Alliances with concrete benefits for our members.
- Partnerships for preferred pricing and member-only benefits.
- Access to detailed information and robust port performance statistics.
- Better decisions with better data.
Events
Events throughout the year for training, networking, and added value.
- Demo-days, technical visits, and specialized micro-events.
- Continental Congress as the flagship regional meeting point.
Financing
A bridge between members and financing sources.
- Focus on sustainability-focused programs.
- Financial enablement for small and medium-sized suppliers.
Innovation and Sustainability
Technology and responsible impact for Latin American ports.
- Support for efficient and responsible digital transformation.
- Regional technology transfer programs.
- Opportunities for decarbonization and energy transition.
Education
Educational platform for executives, technical teams, and operators.
- Targeted skills development for port human capital.
- Modules and events focused on soft skills.
- PPM-certified program for CEOs in the Western Hemisphere.
Three pillars for resilient port logistics
Connecting the industry around 3 strategic pillars.
Security
Includes cybersecurity and safer operating environments across terminals.
- Risk management and regional coordination.
- Addressing long-standing threats such as drug trafficking.
Digitalization
Process automation and continuous improvement.
- Progressive transitions adapted to regional realities.
- Operational efficiency and sustainable economic gains.
Sustainability
Sustainability as an opportunity for value creation.
- Decarbonization strategies and energy transition.
- Innovation as the starting point for impact-driven initiatives.
Global collaboration for data and results
We collaborate with international organizations on data and statistics, strengthening value generation for members and the broader port value chain.
A community that moves the port value chain
AAPA LATAM is the meeting point for members across the port sector value chain. As an association, we serve our members and aim to deliver the best service portfolio.
Join Us
Become part of the #AAPALatamFamily and help transform the regional port sector.
Join Us
Become part of the #AAPALatamFamily and help transform the regional port sector.