The Short Sea Promotion Center Greece (SPC Greece) – operating under the Hellenic Shortsea Shipowners Association and currently holding the Presidency of the European Short Sea Network (ESN) – is hosting a major European conference titled “Walking into a New Era” on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Athens-Greece. This conference is a space to bring everyone in the intermodal transport chain together – from shipping companies and ports to truckers, rail operators, logistics experts, and policymakers. We’ll dive into how shortsea shipping is evolving, especially in the context of the EU’s green goals and shifting geopolitical landscape.

The Mare Forum conferences are a hallmark for their vibrant exchange of ideas and spirited debates. High-level executives from the shipping, trade and chartering, capital providers industries, regulators and almost all shipping services providers come together in an interactive and dynamic setting to discuss the pressing issues shaping the future of the global shipping industry. Event website

This event focuses on the future of sustainable shipping, featuring discussions on alternative fuels, propulsion technologies, and regulatory updates. Event website

A key pan-European conference which focuses on short sea / feeder shipping & sustainable logistics. Event website

The International Harbour Masters Association (IHMA) and the Port of Rotterdam Authority are pleased to announce the 15th International Harbour Masters Association Congress, to be held from 09–12 June 2026 at Theater Zuidplein in Rotterdam. The theme of the IHMA Congress 2026 is Connecting Horizons – Building Future Resilient Ports Together, reflecting a shared commitment to collaboration, innovation, and sustainability across the global maritime sector. The IHMA Congress is a biennial event offering a vital forum for IHMA members, industry stakeholders, innovators, and suppliers from across the ports sector. The Congress enables attendees to connect, share insights, and explore the latest advancements in technology and best practices. What’s On The Agenda? The event will open at 09:00 on Tuesday, 09 June 2026, with a formal Opening Ceremony, followed by plenary sessions and panel discussions, keynote addresses, workshops and games. Over three days, the Congress will explore the following core themes: Emerging Technologies Sustainable Together Resilient Ports Event website