What is TPM 2026 — and why does the entire global shipping industry gather in Long Beach every year?

In this episode of Cargo Chronicles, host Fred McMurray sits down with Eric Trout, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Harbor Freight Transport, to break down the Trans-Pacific Maritime Conference (TPM).

TPM, hosted by the Journal of Commerce, is one of the most important events in international ocean shipping. Industry leaders, global shippers, ocean carriers, and logistics professionals from around the world attend to discuss trends, challenges, and the future of trans-Pacific trade.

In this episode, we cover:

• What TPM stands for and why it matters

• Why Long Beach is the center of global shipping conversations

• Key industry trends heading into 2026

• The importance of networking at global logistics conferences

• How Harbor Freight Transport engages with industry leaders

If you're involved in ocean freight, supply chain, logistics, or international trade, this is a must-attend.

TPM 2026 – Long Beach Convention Center

Hosted by the Journal of Commerce

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