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#IAPH2026 webinar series launched

February 06, 2026

IAPH and Mercator Media are excited to announce the#IAPH2026 webinar series, leading up to theWorld Ports Conferencetaking place in London in November! Following the format of last year’s inaugural series, each edition is a deep-dive into one of the hottest topics in the port sector, explored by an expert panel – a taster of what to expect at the association’s conference at Olympia, November 3-6. Co-organised by IAPH and Mercator Media, each webinar covers one of the six areasofinterest of theWo

IAPH-UNCTAD TFT cybersecurity game takes shape

February 06, 2026

IAPH’sData CollaborationCommittee (DCC), in collaboration with UNCTAD TrainForTrade (TFT), has completed preliminary work on a new Cybersecurity Awareness Game designed specifically for port professionals. The digital game focuses on how ports can manage risk while integrating powerful existing and emerging technologies – including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and robotics – into their industrial control systems. Aimed at port professionals at every level of seniority (not jus

January IAPH Harbor Cafés now open all hours

February 06, 2026

Two insightful online Harbor Cafés were held in late January exclusively for IAPH members, and both sessions are now available to access on demand. Thefirst session(held 27 January) focused on the Europe and the Americas regions, while thesecond session(held 28 January) focused on Africa, Asia and Oceania. During both events, IAPH members listened to IAPH'sre-elected presidentJens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port Authority, outlinehis manifesto and four key themes for his next two-year term. Regional

Help complete IAPH’s picture of global port sustainability

February 06, 2026

IAPH member representatives are urged to complete the Association’s annualsustainability and market survey, and to update member directory information about their ports, ahead of the submission deadline of Friday 20 February. Completing this essential process is easier than ever –for those members who completed the survey in 2025, most of the answers will be pre-populated and can be modified easily. The annual survey and update are essential for IAPH to be able to tailor its products, events and

Build your knowledge and network in Singapore

February 06, 2026

IAPH members are invited to register for the 2026 Technical Committee Days,held in Singapore, 22-24 April at the Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre. Viathis link, you can view the agenda, which outlinesallData Collaboration,Risk and Resilience,Climate & Energy, Planning, Operations and Finance, and Cruise committee sessions; you can alsocomplete your registration, plan your schedule and view suggested hotels. Networking receptions will be held on Wednesday 22 April and Thursday 23 April. In

Victor and Nick appointed to new roles in IAPH

February 06, 2026

IAPH is pleased to announce a change to roles within its Europe-based team. ​Victor Shieh becomes membership outreach and networks director and will focus on ensuring existing ports and organisations get the most out of their membership, while further growing the association’s regular and associate membership. He will support the efforts of IAPH regional representativesEnnarasu Karunesan(South Asia) andGuimara Tuñón Guerra(Central and South America) as well as the IAPH council member representin

Rhona appointed IAPH senior sustainability advisor

February 06, 2026

IAPH is pleased to announce that Rhona Macdonald is promoted to the position of senior sustainability advisor & IMO liaison officer. In her new role, Rhona will have greater oversight of, and input to, IAPH’s critical sustainability initiatives and policy work, while also continuing to represent IAPH at meetings of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). Rhona will continue to manage a dual role with the British Ports Association (BPA). In recent years, Rhona has been relied upon as IAPH’

ADB collaboration advances in Tokyo

February 06, 2026

IAPH’sMoUwith the Asian Development Bank (ADB) yielded further progress earlier this week, with the visit of a senior ADB representative to the IAPH Tokyo head office and to the Port of Tokyo. Yeşim Elhan-Kayalar, advisor, Office of the chief economist and director general of the Economic Research and Development Impact Department,visited IAPH’s office, where she met with Ichio Motono, vice president for Asia, South/West, East & Middle East, and Masahiko Furuichi, secretary general of IAPH. Yeşi

Member Ports News(108)

February 05, 2026

Europe and Africa Region 14-Jan Cyprus Ports Authority: Participation of the Cyprus Ports Authority in an online workshop on the ports of the future within the framework of the European PortAbility program 20-Jan Autoridad Portuaria de la Bahìa de Algeciras: TRAFFIC 2025. A decade exceeding 100 million tons annually 21-Jan Bulgarian Ports Infrastructure Company: BPI Co. to breathe new life into Sts. Quiricus and Julietta Island 22-Jan Port of Rotterdam Authority (Havenbedrijf Ro

Welcome! Dubai Port Authority from the UAE

February 04, 2026

We are pleased to announce that the Dubai Port Authority has joined the IAPH as a regular member. The Dubai Ports Authority is the government authority responsible for the strategic governance and oversight of Dubai's ports, focusing on three key functional areas: ・Regulatory Oversight: Setting industry policies and managing corporate licensing. ・Infrastructure Management: Serving as the landlord authority to optimize port assets and long-term strategic planning. ・Security & Safety: Execut

World Maritime News (118)

February 04, 2026

EU set to ringfence €10bn ETS revenue for maritime decarbonization The EU plans to ringfence around €10 billion in annual ETS revenues from the maritime sector by 2030 exclusively for maritime decarbonization projects. This will be formalized in the upcoming EU Industrial Maritime Strategy. The move responds to long‑standing industry demands and aims to ensure that shipping receives dedicated funding for clean technologies. However, the final design may change depending on discussions under the

Welcome! HPC Hamburg Port Consulting GmbH from Germany

January 29, 2026

We are pleased to announce that HPC Hamburg Port Consulting GmbH has joined the IAPH as an associate member. HPC Hamburg Port Consulting GmbH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA). Operating internationally as an independent consultancy, HPC specializes in ports, terminals, and maritime logistics. Headquartered in Hamburg, the company advises port authorities, terminal operators, governments, and private sector clients on port development, terminal operations,

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