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Register today for #IAPH2026 port security webinar

September 04, 2026

The latest instalment in the#IAPH2026 webinar seriestakes placeSept 9 (17:00 CEST / 08:00 PDT). 'New Frontiers of Port Security' sees IAPH managing director Patrick Verhoeven joined byIne Van Wymersch, national drug commissioner at theFederal Government of Belgium, Nick Parnham, chief of the Office of Maritime Cybersecurity for the United States Coast Guard and Øistein Kaarbo, maritime director at the Port of Narvik. The panel will discuss practical guidance on how to keep the supply chain safe

#IAPH2026: get set for cutting edge debate

September 04, 2026

In line with thethemeof this year’s IAPH World Ports Conference –Port leadership for a brave new world– plenary sessions at the London event will offer delegates an insight into critical conversations happening right now in maritime c-suites across the globe. On4 Novemberat 14.30 GMT, an expert panel will explore AI-powered maritime intelligence to strengthen resilience of port operations. How can AI-powered maritime intelligence, collaborative optimisation, and just-in-time arrival coordination

IAPH Europe meeting held in Hamburg

September 04, 2026

IAPH members of the European region met in Hamburg this week, duringSMM, one of the world’s largest maritime trade shows. The regional meeting consisted of a public session, held at theAll About Portsconference – a new product of SMM – and a closed-door meeting. Both took place in the presence of IAPH president Jens Meier (Hamburg Port Authority), ournewly elected vice-presidentfor EuropeBoudewijn Siemons (Port of Rotterdam) and managing director Patrick Verhoeven. The public session focused on

Rebecca Moore appointed Ports & Harbors editor

September 04, 2026

IAPH is pleased to announce that Rebecca Moore has been appointed as editor of IAPH’s official bi-monthly journal,Ports & Harbors. A highly experienced maritime journalist, Rebecca most recently spent 13 years at Riviera Maritime Media as the editor of the titlesPassenger Ship TechnologyandContainer Shipping & Port Technology,and latterlyas a conference producer.Ports& Harborsis produced in cooperation with IAPH’s UK-based media and eventspartners Mercator Media, whichalso produces IAPH’s annual

IAPH Welcomes RMI Ports Authority, the Republic of the Marshall Islands

September 02, 2026

We are pleased to announce that RMI Ports Authority has joined the IAPH as a regular member. RMI Ports Authority is the public authority responsible for the management, operation, and development of the Republic of the Marshall Islands’ seaports and airports. Headquartered in Majuro, RMI Ports Authority oversees key gateway facilities, including the Port of Majuro and Amata Kabua International Airport, supporting the country’s trade, transportation, and connectivity with the global maritime c

IAPH Welcomes Cook Islands Ports Authority from Cook Islands

August 24, 2026

We are pleased to announce that the Cook Islands Ports Authority has joined the IAPH as a regular member. The Cook Islands Ports Authority (CIPA) is a government-owned statutory corporation responsible for managing, developing, and coordinating maritime ports across the Cook Islands. CIPA plays a vital role in supporting the country's trade, tourism, transportation, and economic development by ensuring safe, efficient, reliable, and sustainable port operations. CIPA manages the Cook Islands'

IAPH Welcomes NeuWave, UK

August 24, 2026

We are pleased to announce that NeuWave has joined the IAPH as an associate member. NeuWave is a UK-based provider of environmental intelligence solutions for the offshore and maritime industries. The company delivers high-resolution wave and weather forecasting tools to support safe, efficient offshore operations. Its technology helps clients optimize weather windows, improve project planning, and reduce operational risk. NeuWave serves sectors including offshore wind, subsea infrastructure,

Boudewijn Siemons elected to the IAPH board as vice-president for Europe

July 31, 2026

CEO of Port of Rotterdam is appointed following IAPH election in the Europe region ​IAPH is pleased to announce the election of Boudewijn Siemons, CEO of Port of Rotterdam to the IAPH board as regional vice-president for Europe. Boudewijn became CEO of Europe's largest port in 2024 after having previously served as interim CEO and COO at the port authority. Before joining the Port of Rotterdam in 2020, Boudewijn worked at Royal Vopak as president of the North and Latin America division havin

IAPH-KMI Port Forum 2026 highlights innovation and collaboration for the future of ports

July 30, 2026

The IAPH-KMI Port Forum 2026 highlighted the importance of innovation, sustainability, and international collaboration in building the smart and green ports of tomorrow. Held on 27 July at Hotel Azur Takeshiba in Tokyo, the hybrid forum welcomed around 120 in-person participants and 40 online attendees, mainly from Japan and Korea. Co-organised by IAPH, the Korea Maritime Institute (KMI), and the Japanese Foundation for IAPH, the forum brought together stakeholders from the maritime community

Welcome! Flinders Port Holdings Pty Ltd from Australia

July 24, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Flinders Port Holdings Pty Ltd has joined the IAPH as a regular member. Flinders Port Holdings Pty Ltd (FPH) is South Australia’s leading port and logistics company, providing integrated port, stevedoring, warehousing, distribution, and hydrographic survey services. The company owns and operates the Port of Adelaide, the Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal, and six major regional ports across South Australia, playing a critical role in facilitating the state's

IAPH Europe to meet in Hamburg on 2 September

July 24, 2026

Members wishing to meet our new vice-president for Europe in person will have a first-hand opportunity during this year’s IAPH Europe regional meeting, which will be held in Hamburg duringthe afternoon of 2 September. Following an initiative of our president Jens Meier, the meeting will explore the theme ‘Powering Europe’s Future: The Critical Role of Ports in Energy Supply Security’. The regional meeting will be part of theALL ABOUT PORTSconference, which is held alongsideSMM, one of the world’

IAPH-KMI Port Forum to focus on transformation

July 24, 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 from 10:30 JST at Hotel Azur Takeshiba in Tokyo, the forum will be organized byIAPH,Korea Maritime Institute, and the Japanese Foundation for IAPH. The agendafeatures keynote presentations and three thematic sessions. The keynote presentations will highlight global trends in port sust

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