About the Workshop
This two-day workshop will convene key stakeholders from the federal, state/provincial and local governments, and the private sector to better respond to supply chain disruptions, plan for transportation capacity and examine coordination opportunities for emergency management between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This event is free to attend.
DATE: June 3-4, 2025 | 9 am - 4 pm
LOCATION: Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Bellingham, WA or virtual
Day 1: The Seattle/Vancouver, BC corridor is both highly important to the U.S. and Canada and vulnerable to various disruptions including weather, malicious actors, accidents and crashes, unrest, or other incidents. This meeting will establish a regional Supply Chain Task Force, the objective of which will be to reduce the duration and impact of supply chain disruptions and improve our understanding of the impacts of these disruptions.
Day 2: With the FIFA Men’s World Cup coming to our region in 2026, we need to be prepared for the challenges and potential disruptions that might occur during the largest event our region has seen to date. This workshop will examine plans for intercity transportation capacity between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC and emergency management coordination in the event of an incident. We will explore potential gaps in policy and communications between levels of government and industry with the goal of developing a cross-border planning team to address key concerns that emerge from the discussion.
This is a closed meeting. The event will be open to credentialed media from 4-5 pm on Wednesday, June 4. Access the media credential form here.
Questions? Contact Tom Lang at [email protected].
DATE: June 3-4, 2025 | 9 am - 4 pm
LOCATION: Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Bellingham, WA or virtual
Day 1: The Seattle/Vancouver, BC corridor is both highly important to the U.S. and Canada and vulnerable to various disruptions including weather, malicious actors, accidents and crashes, unrest, or other incidents. This meeting will establish a regional Supply Chain Task Force, the objective of which will be to reduce the duration and impact of supply chain disruptions and improve our understanding of the impacts of these disruptions.
Day 2: With the FIFA Men’s World Cup coming to our region in 2026, we need to be prepared for the challenges and potential disruptions that might occur during the largest event our region has seen to date. This workshop will examine plans for intercity transportation capacity between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC and emergency management coordination in the event of an incident. We will explore potential gaps in policy and communications between levels of government and industry with the goal of developing a cross-border planning team to address key concerns that emerge from the discussion.
This is a closed meeting. The event will be open to credentialed media from 4-5 pm on Wednesday, June 4. Access the media credential form here.
Questions? Contact Tom Lang at [email protected].
Thank You to our Workshop Partners
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Getting to the Venue
By Train: The Amtrak Cascades train stops at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal twice a day, with additional bus service throughout the day. See the schedule here: https://amtrakcascades.com/sites/default/files/amtrak-cascades-schedule-6-10-24.pdf
By Car: Parking is available at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal off of Harris Avenue.
By Car: Parking is available at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal off of Harris Avenue.
Nearby Lodging
For your convenience, several hotels located within a short distance of the event venue are below.
The Top Places to Get Away and Stay in Bellingham & Whatcom County
The Top Places to Get Away and Stay in Bellingham & Whatcom County
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Fairhaven
Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, a Curio Collection by Hilton 804 10th Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Fairhaven Village Inn 1200 10th Street Bellingham, WA 98225 |
Downtown Bellingham
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel 714 Lakeway Drive Bellingham, WA 98229 Hotel Bellwether One Bellwether Way Bellingham, WA 98225 Hotel Leo 1224 Cornwall Ave Bellingham, WA 98225 |
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North Bellingham
Best Western Plus Bellingham 3985 Bennett Dr. Bellingham, WA 98225 Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport 1055 W Bakerview Rd Bellingham, WA 98226 Heliotrope Hotel 2419 Elm Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham Airport 4620 Mitchell Way Bellingham, WA 98226 Holiday Inn Express 4160 Guide Meridian Bellingham, WA 98226 |
Home2 Suites by Hilton 805 Home Lane Bellingham, WA 98226 La Quinta Inn & Suites Bellingham 1063 W Bakerview Road Bellingham, WA 98226 Oxford Suites Bellingham 4051 Meridian Street Bellingham, WA 98226-5516 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bellingham 4040 Northwest Avenue Bellingham, WA 98226 TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bellingham 4050 Northwest Avenue Bellingham, WA 98226 |