Press Room
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Hutchison Ports PPC Strengthens Regional Leadership at AAPA Latam 2025
PPC reaffirmed its leadership at AAPA Latam 2025 in Lima, Peru, joining 700+ global leaders to address port innovation, sustainability, and city–port integration. With strategic insights from its experienced delegation, PPC led high-level discussions on digitalization and smart planning, strengthening alliances and shaping the future of Latin American logistics with global vision and local impact.
(Top photo, from left to right) Roxana Ortega, Senior Manager of Projects and Infrastructure; Paola Suman, Senior Commercial Manager; and Abdiel González, Market Intelligence Lead all from Hutchison Ports PPC, represented the company at the AAPA Latam Forum, showcasing PPC’s strategic vision in shaping the evolution of Latin America’s port industry.
(Lower photo, 1st from right) Eng. Roxana Ortega, representing Hutchison Ports PPC, moderated the panel “Integrated Logistics: A New Horizon in the City–Port Relationship,” contributing expert insight to discussions on innovation, urban planning, and the evolving role of ports in regional development. -
Hutchison Ports PPC Welcomes Evergreen’s AUE Service to the Port of Balboa.
The arrival of the Evergreen AUE service reinforces PPC’s role as a key maritime hub. This service connects Asia, Central America, and the U.S. East Coast, enhancing global trade efficiency. PPC CEO Jared Zerbe welcomed the delegation and presented a commemorative plaque, highlighting Balboa’s strategic location and connectivity, strengthening seamless cargo movement and global commerce.
(Top photo) Jared Zerbe, Chief Executive Officer of Hutchison Ports PPC, presents a commemorative plaque to Chris Huang, President of Evergreen Marine Latin America S.A. They are accompanied by Franco Ning (far left), Chief Operations Officer of Hutchison Ports PPC, and Jeff Tain (far right), Operations Manager of Evergreen Marine Latin America S.A.
Additional photos showcase the Ever Max, the first vessel of Evergreen’s AUE service, docked at pier 17 of the Port of Balboa. Franco Ning, Chief Operations Officer of PPC, welcomed the Evergreen Latin America delegation and the captain of the Ever Max at the dock, joined by PPC’s Operations and Commercial Department teams. -
Hutchison Ports PPC Strengthens Collaboration with Panama’s Customs Authority
PPC reaffirmed its commitment to strong partnerships with Panama’s national authorities, welcoming Customs Director Mrs. Soraya Valdivieso and her team. Hosted by CEO Jared Zerbe and Senior Management, the visit emphasized PPC’s dedication to secure and efficient port operations. It strengthened collaboration with Customs, reinforcing efforts to enhance efficiency, transparency, and trade security across the region.
(from right to left) Sheila Hernández, Secretary General of the Panama Customs Authority; Jared Zerbe, CEO of Hutchison Ports PPC; Mrs. Soraya Valdivieso, Director General of the Panama Customs Authority; and Franco Ning, COO of Hutchison Ports PPC during a strategic meeting focused on advancing operational synergy and strengthening regulatory frameworks in maritime commerce.
