The California Association of Port Authorities (CAPA) is comprised of the state’s eleven publicly-owned, commercial ports and is dedicated to maintaining a vigorous and vital port industry in California.  The Association, which has been in existence since 1940, is committed to promoting the interests of California’s ports, maintaining the state’s leading role in the maritime industry, and leading the way in innovative and cutting edge environmentally-friendly port operations.

On behalf of its members, CAPA maintains a small association office in Sacramento, California, and manages governmental relations with California’s legislative and administrative branches of state government. CAPA provides educational leadership and advocacy on issues relating to transportation, trade, the environment and other subjects related to port operations. In addition, CAPA monitors legislative and regulatory proposals related to goods movement and the maritime community.

In addition, CAPA maintains formal agreements on behalf its member ports with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and provides regular communication with the FMC and other national interests.

California Association of Port Authorities (CAPA)
1510 14th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814