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IAPH-KMI Port Forum 2026 to focus on industry transformation

July 22, 2026

As the global maritime sector adapts to rapid economic and technological shifts, the IAPH-KMI Port Forum 2026 will explore the major challenges and opportunities shaping the future of ports. Taking place on 27 July 2026 from 10:30 JST at Hotel Azur Takeshiba in Tokyo, the forum will be organized by IAPH, Korea Maritime Institute, and the Japanese Foundation for IAPH, and feature keynote presentations and three thematic sessions. The keynote presentations will highlight global trends in port sust

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July 22, 2026

Industry waits to see what Brussels has in store for the EU ETS The European Commission is preparing revisions to the EU ETS, with major debates focused on ETS revenues, competitiveness, and shipping decarbonization. Shipping industry groups, led by ECSA (European Community Shipowners’ Association), want ETS revenues reinvested in green fuels and support aligning EU regulations with future IMO measures. They also seek permanent exemptions for ice-class ships and certain island services. Environ

Welcome! Port of Narvik from Norway

July 21, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Port of Narvik has joined the IAPH as a regular member. Port of Narvik is one of the most important ports in Northern Europe. It is strategically located on the Ofotfjord in northern Norway and remains ice-free year-round due to the influence of the Gulf Stream. The port serves as a key logistics hub linking sea, rail, road, and air transportation. It is best known as the export gateway for iron ore from the Kiruna mining region in Sweden, which is transported

Welcome! Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech Centre from Hong Kong

July 19, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech Centre has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM) is a Hong Kong-based research and development organization established in 2006 with support from the HKSAR Government. Its mission is to promote innovation and technology in logistics, supply chain management, and e-commerce, and to facilitate the adoption of advanced technologies by industry. LSCM develops practical

Welcome! e1 Marine, LLC from USA

July 16, 2026

We are pleased to announce that e1 Marine, LLC has joined the IAPH as an associate member. e1 Marine, LLC is a clean-energy technology company focused on decarbonizing the maritime and port sectors through innovative methanol-to-hydrogen generation technology. The company enables vessels and port operators to produce high-purity hydrogen on demand from methanol, supporting the use of hydrogen fuel cells without the challenges of transporting and storing compressed hydrogen. Its proprietary t

Welcome! Ports Victoria from Australia

July 16, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Ports Victoria has joined the IAPH as a regular member. Ports Victoria is a Victorian Government statutory authority responsible for maritime navigation, vessel traffic management, and operational safety across Victoria’s commercial ports and waterways. It provides 24/7 navigational services to support safe and efficient vessel movements while protecting the marine environment. The organization oversees key functions such as harbor master services, aids to nav

IAPH Board meets ahead of IMO SG discussion

July 13, 2026

IAPH Board members met in London on Monday for their second quarterly meeting of the year. IAPH president Jens Meier and board members Abubakar Dantsoho (VP for Africa), Marika Calfas (VP for Southeast Asia and Oceania) and Ichio Motono (VP for Asia, South/West, East & Middle East) participated in person. Board members Vinicius Patel (VP for America, Central & South) and Gene Seroka (VP for America, North) attended remotely. Managing director Patrick Verhoeven and secretary-general Masahiko Furu

#IAPH2026 sessions will tackle critical topics ​

July 13, 2026

Ports find themselves in arapidly realigning worldand sessions at the IAPH World Ports Conference will shine a light on the key strategic concerns for the industry. On 4 November 2026, a plenary session will see industry leaders reflectingrecent developments at the IMO, and examining the commercial implications and potential infrastructure requirements. ‘The IMONet Zero Frameworkand the future of global regulation of maritime carbon emissions’ will see moderator Declan Bush (senior reporter, Llo

#IAPH2026 – discover London from the water

July 13, 2026

As part of the 2026 IAPHWorld Ports Conference, on Friday 6 Novemberheadline sponsorPort of London Authority invites delegates to enjoy a memorable journey along the iconic River Thames. Departing from Woods Quay, in the heart of London, this exclusive 2.5-hour river cruise will showcase the capital from its most spectacular vantage point. Travelling east towards Canary Wharf before returning to Central London, guests will enjoy breathtaking views of London's world-famous landmarks, historic wat

IAPH European team meets and networks in London

July 13, 2026

This week, IAPH colleagues based in Antwerp, Brussels, London, Plymouth and Athens convened at IAPH’s Park Street, London offices, shared with theBritish Ports Association, to review strategic priorities for 2026. Held 8July, the meeting focused on projects and deliverables under the key thematic areas of IAPH’s committees. Among the issues discussed were theEnvironmental Ship Index, ongoing advocacy at the IMO, publications and products, and the IAPHWorld Ports Conferencein London, 3-6 November

Harbor Café podcast highlights ammonia-powered carrier 

July 13, 2026

In the latest edition of the IAPH Harbor CaféPodcast, deputy COO of EXMAR Ariane Saverys speaks with IAPH’s Victor Shieh about the maiden voyage of their latest seventh-generation of mid-size gas carriers, which have carried LPG and ammonia for decades. The first newbuild vessel,Antwerpen, is seaborne and scheduled to carry its first cargo of low-carbon ammonia out of China, with a difference: the vessel is being propelled by the ammonia, an industry first for the liquid bulk segment. Ariane tel

IAPH-World Bank PCS report available in Spanish

July 13, 2026

In collaboration withOAS-CIP, IAPH has developed a Spanish version of theIAPH-World Bank Port Community Systems Reportwhich is now available for download. It contains practical guidelines on implementation, with case studies from developing and developed countries. You can get your copyhere. This adds to the Spanish versions developed for theWCO-IAPH Guidelines for Cooperation between Customs and Port Authorities,IAPH Cyber Resilience Guidelines for Emerging Technologies, and thePort Call Optimi

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