Events

Future Events

4 February 2025
 - 6 February 2025
Virginia, USA
Join us in Virginia, USA, 4 - 6 February 2025, where we will have the honour of presenting the first-ever Port Technology Summit! This event will bring together our global community of C-Level industry professionals across ports, terminals and technology solution providers for three days of exclusive keynotes and insightful panel discussions on the key challenges and developments within the industry. A variety of networking opportunities, including an Opening Ceremony and Gala Dinners, will also be available, designed to enhance your event experience and connect you with the people who are vital to the development of your business and increasing industry awareness.
1 April 2025
 - 2 April 2025
Valencia, Spain
PTI's Container Terminal Automation Conference is the leading content-first conference for container terminal operators in Europe. It draws over 250 delegates every year for two full days of knowledge-sharing and collaboration, aimed at helping the industry become more efficient, sustainable, and profitable. This year's event showcased essential CTAC themes; automation, equipment, and optimisation, as well as the exciting projects, technologies, and business practices that have emerged since our previous edition. 8th edition of CTAC Europe 2024, and our first trip to Valencia, home to one of the most advanced ports on the continent, was a SOLD OUT event! Act now to secure your spot for CTAC Europe 2025 and be part of our biggest event yet!
23 April 2025
 - 24 April 2025
Hilton Dusseldorf, Germany
The Intermodal Container Terminal Conference will bring together over 150 industry leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders from around the world to explore the latest trends, technology advancements, and strategies shaping the future of intermodal transport. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in insightful discussions, connect with global experts, and discover innovative solutions to drive efficiency and sustainability in logistics. Don’t miss out on this unparalleled networking and learning experience in the heart of Europe!
29 April 2025
 - 30 April 2025
Scandic Göteborg Central, Gothenburg | Sweden
The industry’s net-zero target is a collective mission that demands a collaborative effort. We are committed to gather the world’s leading ports and terminal operators to engage in discussions on pioneering concepts and showcase innovative technologies that significantly reduce emissions from operations. The GreenTech for Ports and Terminals conferences feature the most current case studies from influential stakeholders addressing sustainable port infrastructure, the emergence of green shipping corridors, future fuels, electrified equipment, AI applications, digitalisation and decarbonisation.

Past Events

3 December 2024
 - 4 December 2024
Virtual Event
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ICHCA

Port Technology International is excited to announce a new virtual event, Maritime Safety Series: Ports Edition​, taking place in October 2024. Our event will feature a comprehensive programme complete with keynotes, panel discussions, and case studies focusing on key areas such as risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and the latest technology advancements aimed at enhancing safety. By highlighting the importance of regulatory compliance and the advantages of strategic investments in safety measures, we aim to foster a positive cultural shift within the maritime industry.
24 September 2024
 - 25 September 2024
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
#SDP2024
The Smart Digital Ports of the Future Europe Conference is returning for its eighth year on 24 - 25 September 2024 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands! Hilton Rotterdam is the ideal venue for this year's conference, offering a sophisticated and centrally located setting, coupled with state-of-the-art facilities to enhance the overall event experience.

The two-day conference will feature keynote presentations and panel discussions focusing on the challenges and opportunities that arise in the quest for full port digitalisation. Solution providers and end users will have numerous networking opportunities to connect and build great business partnerships, which will help the maritime industry thrive in a world where technology is constantly developing to enable an increase in efficiency, sustainability and profitability.

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7 May 2024
 - 8 May 2024
Barcelona, Spain
#GreenTech2024
GreenTech for Ports & Terminals joined our 2023 calendar of events as our first and long awaited live edition for sustainable, smart ports. With nearly a decade of experience hosting flagship events for Ports and Terminals, PTI were pleased to launch this platform for our community to collaborate and share knowledge which will empower Ports & Terminals to decarbonise and strive for net zero status in the coming decades.

Our 2024 event will bring you two-days of sustainability focused content featuring case studies and keynote addresses from leading stakeholders in the industry and panel discussions hosting the world’s leading Ports and Terminals. Together, we will create an event that empowers us to play our part in the decarbonisation of the maritime industry!

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17 April 2024
 - 18 April 2024
Valencia, Spain
#CTAC2024
The Container Terminal Automation Conference is back in 2024 on the 17th & 18th April, Valencia Spain! This year's conference will be focused on container terminal automation and technology, welcoming the industry’s leading technology providers to showcase their products and solutions to our community of end-users.

The two day event will feature sessions ranging from large scale equipment to emerging technologies and digitalisation practices which are streamlining port operations. Sessions included strategy-based discussions on the opportunities and challenges that come with container terminal automation. Ultimately, all technologies and topics featured on the agenda will be helping ports to become more efficient, more sustainable and safer.
5 December 2023
 - 6 December 2023
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
#SDPNA2023
Smart Digital Ports has been hosted in Europe for the past seven years and this year will see the first edition of Smart Digital Ports North America! The event will take place on 5th & 6th December 2023 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

This edition will feature the most disruptive smart, digital port projects from across the globe, presented by industry leaders. Join us for keynote addresses and engaging panel discussions in which we welcome our audience to engage with our speakers and drive the conversation.

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14 November 2023
 - 15 November 2023
Virginia, USA
Taking place on 14th & 15th November 2023, the first North American edition of CTAC will be supported by our host partners Virginia International Terminals. The conference represents an unrivalled opportunity to learn from the port and terminal industry’s established leaders and most disruptive innovators. Featuring panel discussions, keynote addresses and case studies on ground breaking automation and technology projects.

The North American ports & terminals community has long been Port Technology International’s most loyal readership base, so we are excited to supplement our editorial presence with a flagship conference. To keep up to date with all opportunities and announcements for CTAC North America 2023, Register Your Interest and don’t miss a thing!

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