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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

IAPH participates at ICSI and NATO discussions

July 13, 2026

IAPH’s senior manager for Data Collaboration, Risk & Resilience Chloe Rowland recently attended events in London relating to the activities of both theData CollaborationandRisk & ResilienceTechnical Committees. Appropriately scheduled during London Climate Action Week and amid a heatwave, a roundtable discussion session hosted by the International Coalition for Sustainable Infrastructure (ICSI) focused on unlocking finance for climate resilient port infrastructure projects. Chloe made a statemen

C&E Steering Group discusses nuclear propulsion 

July 13, 2026

The IAPH Steering Group onClimate and Energymet virtually on 2 July to hold a first IAPH technical discussion on developments regarding nuclear energy propulsion of commercial vessels and implications for ports. While the IAPH working groups onClean Marine FuelsandPort Readiness Levelswere identified as the right fora for considering technical work in the field, it was considered important for IAPH to establish a mechanism to get early identification of relevant developments in the shipping indu

Member Ports News (117)

July 09, 2026

Europe and Africa Region 24-Jun Ports of Cabo Verde: ENAPOR strengthens the leadership skills of its middle management. 25-Jun Bulgarian Ports Infrastructure Company: BPI Co. supports the celebration of the International Day of the Seafarer Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority: GPHA Director General, Keta MP Inspect Progress of Keta Port Administration Block Project Port of Antwerp-Bruges: New cooperation agreement between Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority, Port of Antwerp-Bruges Inter

Applications open for IAPH Ports Technology Mentorship scheme

July 08, 2026

Port technology leaders sought for year-long programme aimed at facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among IAPH members. Applications have opened for the IAPH Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among IAPH members. The scheme, which will run for one year, is seeking six emerging or newly appointed technology leaders from IAPH member ports who will benefit from mentorship, alongside six wel

World Maritime News (129)

July 08, 2026

Mega-hub era wanes as carriers disperse global connectivity Global container shipping is undergoing a structural shift away from traditional mega-hubs such as Singapore, Port Klang, Tanjung Pelepas, Shanghai, and Ningbo. According to SeaIntelligence's analysis of UNCTAD's Port Liner Shipping Connectivity Index (PLSCI), what began as temporary rerouting due to disruptions in the Red Sea and Middle East has now become a long-term network strategy. Shipping lines are increasingly distributing carg

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