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Watch now: decarbonisation and port infrastructure

January 13, 2026

An IAPH-Mercator webinar examining port decarbonisation priorities isavailable to watchon demand. Delivered last month, the online event examined how theadjournmentof a decision on the IMO Net Zero Framework in London – as well as discussions atCOP 30 in Belém–had affected port infrastructure planning for a multi-fuel future. Moderator Antonis Michail (IAPH technical director) spoke with a high-level panel comprising Vinicius Patel, IAPH regional VP for Central & South America and director of po

Welcome! National Cargo Bureau from the USA

January 07, 2026

We are pleased to announce that National Cargo Bureau has joined the IAPH as an associate member. National Cargo Bureau (NCB) is a non-profit organization founded in 1951 with the mission of “Safety of Life and Cargo at Sea.” NCB provides inspection, certification, and training services globally to ensure compliance with international and domestic regulations for dangerous goods and bulk cargo. Its services include in-person and remote container and cargo inspections, vessel surveys, hatch in

Seasons greetings from IAPH

December 12, 2025

IAPH extends its sincere thanks to all members, board members, council members, committees, working group chairs and partners who have contributed to the association’s success this year. As we reflect on a landmark70th anniversary year– including atriumphant returnto IAPH’s roots inKobe– we also look ahead to a busy 2026. In January, we will invite members to complete the IAPH Annual Member Survey, to make their travel plans for our technical committee daysin Singapore, and tosubmit their projec

Plan your trip to attend the TC Days in Singapore

December 12, 2025

The 2026 Technical Committee days will be held in Singapore, 22-24 April at the Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre and the agenda is beginning to take shape! Members can expect aData Collaborationcommittee sessionfocused on emerging technologiessuch as drones and digital twins, as well as one focused onPort Call Optimisation and data exchange. From aRisk and Resilienceperspective, there will be a discussion of potential updates to the ISPSCode and a look at the challenges of climate resilie

Members advance IAPH’s sustainability projects 

December 12, 2025

IAPH’s technical work around sustainability progressed in early December through dedicated meetings of committee working groups. First, the Clean Marine Fuels Working Group met on 1 December to discuss and formulate its working agenda for 2026. The meeting was well attended, with more than 30 participants involved in a lively discussion aimed at the completion of theCMF safety suite of toolsfor low- and zero-carbon fuels. The group also discussed how to build further on efforts to promote and di

#IAPH2025 proceedings and presentations available

December 12, 2025

For those unable to attend the World Ports Conference in Kobe this year, and for those keen to remind themselves of the content, conferenceproceedingsand approved speakerpresentationsfrom #IAPH2025 can now be accessed from the proceedings section in the members area of the IAPH web site, along with the proceedingsof all previous editionsof the conference.

November-December Ports & Harbors out now

November 28, 2025

The November-December edition ofPorts & Harbors, the membership magazine of the IAPH, isout now. The cover interview is with Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port Authority, who was recently re-elected as IAPH president. In conversation with IAPH managing director Patrick Verhoeven, Jens reflects on the recent 70th anniversary World Ports Conference in Kobe, and shares his priorities for the association as he begins his new term.P&Halso speaks to Roel Hoenders, the IMO’s head of climate action and cle

Harbor Cafés postponed until January

November 28, 2025

Due to scheduling conflicts, the forthcoming editions of the IAPH Harbor Caféare moving from December to January 2026. MS Outlook invitations that have been sent to each member's IAPH senior representative and coordinator will be amended accordingly. Originally scheduled to be held on 9 December (Asia and Europe) and 10 December (Americas and Africa), the Harbor Cafewill now be scheduled for the new year, when members will be able to hear from re-elected president Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port

Get involved with IAPH’s Technical Committees 

November 28, 2025

IAPH members are warmly encouraged to contribute to the association'stechnical committees. IAPH hassix committees coveringclimate and energy,data collaboration,risk and resilience, port operations and finance, cruise, and legal. The discussions that take place in these committees, online and in person, power the work programme of the association for the months ahead. Often referred to as the ‘engine room’ of the association’s work, the in-person 'TC days’ also give regular and associate member

Take part in the World Bank’s cybersecurity assessment

November 28, 2025

IAPH associate memberthe World Bankis conducting a global assessment of cybersecurity practices in national maritime governing bodies, port authorities, and terminal operators. To assist with this effort, IAPH members are invited to complete a shorttechnical questionnaire. The questionnaire is available in English, Spanish, and French, and is accessible on desktop and mobile. It covers cybersecurity governance and strategy, incident protection and detection capabilities, awareness and training

#IAPH2026 webinar: decarbonisation decisions for ports

November 14, 2025

The final IAPH webinar of the year will take place on 16 December, but there is more to discuss than ever as we look toward #IAPH2026 in London and digest recent regulatory decisions on decarbonisation. Following theadjournmentof a decision on the IMO Net Zero Framework atMEPC/ES.2 in Londonand the outcomes of COP 30 in Belèm, selected IAPH member ports will reflect on shifts in their priorities and explain their strategic plans for decarbonization. Vinicius Patel, regional VP for Central & Sout

Welcome! Trelleborg Marine Systems FZE from the UAE

November 06, 2025

We are pleased to announce that Trelleborg Marine Systems FZE has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Trelleborg Marine Systems FZE is a regional office of Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure, part of the Swedish Trelleborg Group. The company provides marine and infrastructure solutions, including marine fender systems, docking and mooring equipment, navigation and piloting technologies, etc. It supports customers across the Middle East and Africa with sales, engineering, and technical s

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