U.S. Chamber of Commerce Briefing on the Supply Chain Impacts of the Port of Baltimore Closure

The tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the subsequent closure of the Port of Baltimore have sent shockwaves across supply chains and commerce in the region and beyond. As one of the busiest ports in the U.S., the impact is significant.

Please join us for a virtual briefing on Monday, April 1 at 3:00 PM ET to hear from industry leaders about the implications of the port closure, strategies they’re implementing to mitigate disruptions, and the path forward on a long-term solution. This event is closed to press and for Chamber members only.


Monday, April 1, 2024

3:00 P.M. ET – 4:30 PM ET

Briefing Agenda:

The Port Perspective

  • Cary Davis, President and CEO, American Association of Port Authorities
  • Derek Miller, Director of Government Relations, American Association of Port Authorities  
  • Mark Schmidt, Vice President/General Manager, Ports America Chesapeake
  • Tom Saunders, Head of Government Affairs, Ports America

The Ocean Carrier Perspective

  • Bud Darr, Executive Vice President, Maritime Policy and Government Affairs, MSC Group
  • Krister Holliday,  Vice President, Government Relations, CMA CGM North America
  • Douglas Morgante, Vice President Government Relations, Maersk
  • Michael Britton, Head of North America Market – Ocean Products, Maersk

 

For any questions, please contact Sterling Wiggins (swiggins@uschamber.com).

This event is closed to the press.