The Port Authority of Guam had the pleasure of hosting Tamuning Elementary School students on February 17, 2023 for a tour of the Port. The 120 second grade students were escorted by their teachers and aides.

The students were greeted with welcoming remarks by General Manager Rory Respicio in the CFS Warehouse. The students were afforded the opportunity to know how more than 90 percent of the goods they have are received on the island. The students were provided a flow chart to see first-hand how cargo is processed, moved and transported into the community.

“As General Manager for the Port, I welcome the opportunity to help educate and share the Port roles with our island’s school students at every level,” Respicio said.

After Respicio met with students, they were escorted back onto their buses for a tour of the yard. The Port’s tour guides for the students were Anthony Evangelista, Raymond Santos, George Duenas and Kevin Sanchez. The students were able to get a close-up view of the gantry cranes, pay loaders, and cargo containers in the yard. The guides provided a brief explanation of the primary operations, movement of equipment, types of equipment used and the different uses for the various containers. Students were able to see the new GPA generators that are currently being transported for the new power plant.

In preparation for the tour, students were given an assignment. Riley Aguon, daughter of Christopher Aguon in Planning, provided her answers to the questions. Riley reflected that her favorite part of the trip was to drive around to see the machines, and to see her dad. Riley also reflected that she thinks she wants to work here when she grows up. She understands how more than 90% of all the goods and supplies coming into Guam come through the Port.

Schools and organizations interested in a tour of the Port can visit our website at www. portofguam.com/school-tours or email tours@ portofguam.com for more information.