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Welcome! UK Major Ports Group from the United Kingdom

February 20, 2026

We are pleased to announce that UK Major Ports Group has joined the IAPH as an associate member. The UK Major Ports Group (UKMPG) is the trade association representing the United Kingdom’s largest commercial port operators. Formed in 1993, it brings together nine major port companies that collectively handle 75% of total UK port volumes through 40 ports. UKMPG serves as the main voice of the major port sector, engaging with the UK Government, European institutions, and other stakeholders on

Deadline extended: IAPH wants to hear from you!

February 20, 2026

The deadline for IAPH member representatives to complete the Association’s annualsustainability and market survey– and to update member directory information about their ports – has been extended to Friday 27 February. For 2026, IAPH has made this essential process 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

#IAPH2026 webinar: strategies for climate resilience

February 20, 2026

Registration isopenfor the first webinar of the#IAPH2026 webinar series, taking place on 4 March (10.00 CET / 18.00 JST). Port climate resilience presents a major risk to physical supply chains – of growing concern to port professionals, BCOs and insurers alike. Yet it is an under-addressed and complex topic, with a lack of relevant strategic advice for port operators and very few replicable initiatives.Led by IAPH'sChloe Rowland, the session will explore which decision-making processes and tech

Book early and save when you join IAPH in Singapore

February 20, 2026

IAPH is holding its Technical Committee Days in Singapore for the first time! IAPH members are encouraged toregisterfor this free unmissable three-day eventand take advantage of early bird rates for Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) events. Free to all IAPH members, the Technical Committee Days will be held at the Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre, 22-24 April, concurrently with SMW. Registration for SMW events – the welcome reception, conference opening, exhibition (EXPO@SMW), anniversary par

DCC explores drone threats and data exchange

February 20, 2026

The Port of Rotterdam hosted a hybrid meeting of the IAPHData CollaborationCommittee (DCC) on 11 February, chaired by Ingrid Boqué Sastre (Port of Barcelona), who was supported by Chloe Rowland (IAPH) in person and vice chairGadi Benmoshe (Marininovators) online. Among the speakers were Didier Decaestecker (SkeyDrone), who presented alongside Ori Marom (Port of Rotterdam) and Didier Venneman (Port of Antwerp-Bruges), to address the use of drones in ports, as well as airspace management. Didier e

Welcome! Cranfield University from the United Kingdom

February 17, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Cranfield University has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Cranfield University is a postgraduate‑only public research university in the UK, specializing in science, engineering, technology, and management. Known for strong industry collaboration and unique facilities such as its own research airport, it is recognized globally for applied research and innovation across aerospace, defense, energy, environment and cyber security. For more information, pl

Welcome! ABL Group (NZ) Ltd from New Zealand

February 17, 2026

We are pleased to announce that ABL Group (NZ) Ltd has joined the IAPH as an associate member. ABL Group (NZ) Ltd is the New Zealand arm of ABL Group ASA, a global consultancy group of companies delivering technical solutions that advance safety and sustainability across the renewables, maritime, and oil & gas sectors. ABL Group (NZ) Ltd provides marine engineering and consulting services, including technical advisory, surveying, ports and harbors consultancy, and marine warranty and casualty

Welcome! Mogadishu Port Authority from Somalia

February 17, 2026

We are pleased to announce that the Mogadishu Port Authority has joined the IAPH as a regular member. Mogadishu Port, located in Somalia’s capital city, stands as the nation’s largest and most strategically important seaport. Serving as Somalia’s primary maritime gateway, it plays a vital role in facilitating trade and supporting economic activity across the Horn of Africa. As a versatile, multi‑purpose facility, the port accommodates a broad spectrum of cargo types, including containerized g

#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

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

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