December 12, 2025
For those unable to attend the World Ports Conference in Kobe this year, and for those keen to remind themselves of the content, conferenceproceedingsand approved speakerpresentationsfrom #IAPH2025 can now be accessed from the proceedings section in the members area of the IAPH web site, along with the proceedingsof all previous editionsof the conference.
December 10, 2025
MSC’s ascent rewrites power balance and risk in container shipping MSC’s rapid fleet expansion through secondhand purchases and newbuildings has made it the clear leader in container shipping, surpassing Maersk. Over the past five years, MSC added 1.8 million TEU via secondhand ships and has a 2.2 million TEU orderbook, creating a large capacity gap. Competitors are responding with defensive ordering, pushing the global orderbook to 34% of existing fleet capacity, especially for large vessels.
December 09, 2025
Europe and Africa Region 14-Nov HAROPA PORT: In Le Havre, cruises go ‘zero emissions’ with the launch of RENAQ 18-Nov Belfast Harbour Commissioners: BELFAST HARBOUR LAUNCHES CONSULTATION ON GROUNDBREAKING 2050 DRAFT MASTERPLAN THAT WILL SUPPORT NI’S ECONOMY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS Port of Amsterdam: New CFO and COO at Port of Amsterdam Ports of Cabo Verde: Cape Verde has been elected Vice-President of Cruise Atlantic Islands (CAI). 19-Nov Autorità Portuale di Genova (Port Auth
November 28, 2025
The November-December edition ofPorts & Harbors, the membership magazine of the IAPH, isout now. The cover interview is with Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port Authority, who was recently re-elected as IAPH president. In conversation with IAPH managing director Patrick Verhoeven, Jens reflects on the recent 70th anniversary World Ports Conference in Kobe, and shares his priorities for the association as he begins his new term.P&Halso speaks to Roel Hoenders, the IMO’s head of climate action and cle
November 28, 2025
Due to scheduling conflicts, the forthcoming editions of the IAPH Harbor Caféare moving from December to January 2026. MS Outlook invitations that have been sent to each member's IAPH senior representative and coordinator will be amended accordingly. Originally scheduled to be held on 9 December (Asia and Europe) and 10 December (Americas and Africa), the Harbor Cafewill now be scheduled for the new year, when members will be able to hear from re-elected president Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port
November 28, 2025
IAPH members are warmly encouraged to contribute to the association'stechnical committees. IAPH hassix committees coveringclimate and energy,data collaboration,risk and resilience, port operations and finance, cruise, and legal. The discussions that take place in these committees, online and in person, power the work programme of the association for the months ahead. Often referred to as the ‘engine room’ of the association’s work, the in-person 'TC days’ also give regular and associate member
November 28, 2025
IAPH associate memberthe World Bankis conducting a global assessment of cybersecurity practices in national maritime governing bodies, port authorities, and terminal operators. To assist with this effort, IAPH members are invited to complete a shorttechnical questionnaire. The questionnaire is available in English, Spanish, and French, and is accessible on desktop and mobile. It covers cybersecurity governance and strategy, incident protection and detection capabilities, awareness and training
November 26, 2025
Divergence on net zero could reshape global shipping routes The IMO failed to adopt a global Net-Zero Framework, leading carriers to favor regions with lower carbon prices. Regional carbon pricing and frameworks will create complexity for shipowners, potentially reshaping global shipping routes. Geopolitical, energy security, and economic factors have slowed maritime decarbonization, according to GCMD CEO Lynn Loo. Cargo owners with strong sustainability goals will exert significant influence o
November 14, 2025
Last week in Sao Paulo, Brazil, a pre-COP30 event on advancing sustainable biofuels for shipping was co-hosted by Clean Energy Marine Hubs (CEM HUBS), the International Chamber of Shipping, Sustainable Business COP 30, the National Secretary for Oil, Gas and Biofuels,and UNICA. Vinicius Patel, IAPH regional VP for Central and South America (and director of port administration, Port of Açu) took an active role in the November 8th discussion. Specifically, he addressed how early movers in shipping
November 14, 2025
Last week in Rio de Janeiro,C40 Cities, supported by IAPH and theInternational Finance Corporation(IFC) launched the Global Port Sustainability-Linked Loan (SLL) Initiative at the C40 World Mayors Summit. Announced on 4 November, this transformative partnership is designed to unlock massive investment in sustainable port infrastructure and accelerate the maritime sector's just transition to net-zero. The initiative establishes the first global framework specifically tailored to deploy SLLs for p
November 14, 2025
The final IAPH webinar of the year will take place on 16 December, but there is more to discuss than ever as we look toward #IAPH2026 in London and digest recent regulatory decisions on decarbonisation. Following theadjournmentof a decision on the IMO Net Zero Framework atMEPC/ES.2 in Londonand the outcomes of COP 30 in Belèm, selected IAPH member ports will reflect on shifts in their priorities and explain their strategic plans for decarbonization. Vinicius Patel, regional VP for Central & Sout
November 14, 2025
Last month, IAPH’s regional representative for India Ennarasu Karunesan participated in the 2025 Asia-Pacific Regional Dialogue on Sustainable Maritime Connectivity, organised jointly by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP) and the Government of India. The event, held October 27-29 at the Westin Mumbai Garden City brought together global leaders, policymakers, and sector experts to discuss sustainable, resilient, and inclusive pathways for maritim
