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IAPH/IHMA PCO Guide to be unveiled at IMO FAL 50

March 23, 2026

Delegates at the 50th session of the IMO Facilitation Committee (FAL 50) 23-27 March are invited to attend a very special lunchtime presentation hosted by IAPH and the International Harbour Masters Association (IHMA). At lunchtime on Monday 23 March in the IMO’s Main Hall, attendees can learn about how ports and shipping have united to standardise port call data, advancing safe, efficient and sustainable berth‑to‑berth navigation. Produced by the IAPHand the IHMAwith the endorsement of 40 indust

ChainPORT Academy wild cards: apply now!

March 23, 2026

The deadline for applications for wild cards to the chainPORT Academy is approaching! IAPH regular member ports have until 28 March to take advantage of this unique opportunity to take part in hands-on learning that shapes the ports of the future. Hosted by thechainPORTinitiative, the annual chainPORT Academy is a multi-wayin-person working format, designed primarily for the operational level of chainPORT member ports. IAPH regular members can secure one of three available wild cards for the nex

Latest Harbor Cafe podcast examines energy strategies

March 23, 2026

The first IAPH Café podcast of 2026 is now available onSoundcloudandSpotify! In this edition, Luisa Rodriguez of the Transport Section of UNCTAD speaks to IAPH’s Victor Shieh about Sustainable Smart Ports (SSP) in Africa – a wide-ranging project she recently spearheaded. SSP focuses on establishing future energy strategies for ports, using three concrete case studies from a small island port, a medium-sized coastal port and a global transhipment hub – all in Africa. A webinar, open to all, which

Singapore TC Days – new sessions added

March 23, 2026

Theagendafor the Technical Committee Days, held 22-24 April in Singapore, has been comprehensively updated – with new sessions added, as well as with session descriptions, chairs and speakers. The two new sessions include one co-hosted by IAPH and the World Economic Forum (WEF) on Thursday 23 April – ‘Nature- and people-positive ports’ – that will address a WEF initiative to accelerate critical transformation of ports, by developing and implementing nature and people positive port strategies. Th

Sponsor the IAPH Technical Committee Days

March 23, 2026

Ahead of the upcoming Technical Committee Days 22-24 April, IAPH is offering associate members the opportunity to sponsor one of the two evening networking receptions held in the Suntec city district of Singapore, as well as the chance to sponsor the headline opening session of the event – or one of the two thematic streams (on climate and energy/sustainability or digitalization/risk and resilience). You can find the brochure outlining the available packageshere.All receptions, thematic streams

Chloe makes connections at Oceanology 

March 23, 2026

On Tuesday 10March, IAPH'ssenior manager: Data Collaboration, Risk & Resilience Chloe Rowland attendedOceanologyat The ExCel, London. Oceanology is a global event featuring more than 500 exhibitors, live demonstrations on the river Thames and a full conference program, with a focus on the latest developments in ocean technology. Chloe spoke with a number of contacts within the industry and had extremely productive conversations regarding conference content for the upcomingWorld Ports Conference,

Ennarasu spreads the message at IMU and IIL  

March 23, 2026

IAPH regional development director for South Asia Ennarasu Karunesan has been very active in early March. He participated in the two-day International Port Conclave at the Indian Maritime University (IMU), sharing insights on digitalization in maritime industries. He was also a guest of honour at the 19th Graduation ceremony of Indian Institute of Logistics (IIL), Chennai, where 93 students received their Port and Shipping MBAs –Ennarasu noted that the visit was characteristic of IAPH's outreach

IAPH and FONASBA lead joint industry statement on protecting shoreside maritime workforce

March 19, 2026

Strait of Hormuz - ID 165219414 courtesy of Dreamstime.com Joint statement proposed by FONASBA, IAPH, IBIA, IHMA, IMPA, IPCSA and PIANC Earlier today (18 March) at the 36th Extraordinary Session of the IMO Council – held to address the impacts on shipping and seafarers of the situation in the Arabian Sea, the Sea of Oman and the Gulf region, particularly in and around the Strait of Hormuz – IAPH joined the Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA) in issuing a

Member Ports News(110)

March 18, 2026

Europe and Africa Region 5-Mar Port Autonome de Conakry: Port of Conakry: Aly Koita takes over as general manager Port of Antwerp-Bruges: EU Port Strategy recognises the crucial role of ports for the European economy Autorità Portuale di Genova (Port Authority of Genoa): Genoa Port Academy: French AFTRAL students visit the Ports of Genoa 6-Mar Autoridad Portuaria de la Bahìa de Algeciras: RO-RO TRAFFIC. The SUMC is in effect, requiring trucks to show their boarding reservation to

World Maritime News (121)

March 18, 2026

Customs ordered to refund $166bn in tariffs but it can’t comply (yet) After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that IEEPA tariffs were illegal, CBP is now required to refund $166 billion to importers, but currently lacks the systems and manpower to comply. The agency is working to deploy new electronic refund capabilities within 45 days, while the court warns that delays could result in massive interest costs by year‑end. Meanwhile, the Trump administration’s fallback measure—a global 10% tariff unde

Welcome! Flux Lines from Canada

March 16, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Flux Lines has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Flux Lines is a maritime clean‑technology company focused on accelerating port electrification and reducing ship emissions. Based in Montréal, Canada, the company develops mobile, battery‑based shore power solutions in the form of battery barges that supply clean electricity to vessels at berth or at anchor. This flexible approach allows ports to provide shore power without investing in costly, fixed infras

Welcome! Administración Portuaria de Puerto Madryn from Argentina

March 16, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Administración Portuaria de Puerto Madryn has joined the IAPH as a regular member. Administración Portuaria de Puerto Madryn is the public port authority responsible for managing and operating the Port of Puerto Madryn, located in Chubut Province, Argentina. It oversees port infrastructure, maritime traffic, and services related to cargo handling, fishing activities, and cruise tourism. The authority plays a key role in supporting regional economic development,

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