10th Annual (2018)

UK Ports Conference

Identifying opportunities for growth and delivering port infrastructure to support emerging markets and respond to trade and shipping patterns

Tuesday 22 May - Wednesday 23 May 2018

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10th Annual (2018)

UK Ports Conference

Identifying opportunities for growth and delivering port infrastructure to support emerging markets and respond to trade and shipping patterns

Tue 22 - Wed 23 May 2018 Congress Centre, Central London

Now in its 10th year, the UK Ports Conference is an essential update for the UK ports industry that brings together senior representatives from across the ports, shipping and maritime sectors to explore the opportunities and challenges facing the port sector, now and in the coming years. Taking place over two separately bookable days, this unique event provides the latest updates on policy issues and current trends, while also exploring port development opportunities and how infrastructure can be successfully delivered.

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the UK Ports Conference, we are delighted to announce the launch of the inaugural UK Port Awards and drinks reception, taking place after the conference on Tuesday 22nd May 2018. The awards are the industry's chance to celebrate the success and excellence of the UK ports sector this year.

Highlights of attending:

Hear updates from ports on their current work and planned development
Explore the latest innovations and technology developments, and how these can be used to optimise port operations
Receive the latest policy updates and explore the impact of these
Hear detailed case studies on how to plan and deliver port infrastructure
Consider the possible implications of Brexit for ports, including the impact on customs and how ports can start to plan accordingly
Take away the latest insight on changing trade and shipping patterns and explore how these impact on planned development and infrastructure
Understand the current environmental challenges facing ports and how these can be overcome - including a focus on improving air quality and reducing emissions in ports
Take advantage of 6+ hours' networking with over 150 senior-level attendees from the ports and shipping sectors

Just some of the key organisations that are attending this event:

ABB
AECOM
Arup
Associated British Ports
BAM Nuttall
Belfast Harbour
BLM
Bodell Ports Consultancy
Boskalis Westminster
British Ports Association
Burges Salmon
CalMac Ferries
CILT
Department for Transport
Dover Port
EH Hassell & Sons
GRAHAM Construction
Hapag-Lloyd (UK)
Harwich Haven Authority
HaskoningDHV UK
Hogia Transport Systems

Kongsberg Norcontrol
Kuehne and Nagel
L&M Keating
LDA Design
Marine Management Organisation
MDS Transmodal
Mercator Media
Met Office
Natural England
Network Rail
NewWaves Solutions
Peel Ports
Pinsent Masons
Port of London Authority
Port Training Services
Portsmouth International Port
Ramboll UK
Robert West
Royal HaskoningDHV
RPS Group

SEGRO
Shoreham Port
Solent Gateway
Stride Treglown
Tarmac
Thames Estuary Partnership
The Bristol Port Company
The Crown Estate
Thurrock Council
Transport for the North
Transport Systems Catapult
UK Chamber of Shipping
UK Major Ports Group
VARTAN
VolkerFitzpatrick
VolkerStevin
VTG Rail UK
Waldeck Consulting
Wedlake Bell
Weightmans Solicitors
WSP UK

Download the full list of organisations that have attended previously here.

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Book your place

We offer a 15% discount on bookings of more than one attendee.

Excellent forum for updating knowledge of key industry issues.

T.Waggott, Port of Dover

Why should I attend?

Day 1 will feature the latest updates on policy issues, current shipping and trade trends to help you forward plan for both the short and long term. Join senior port representatives to explore the possible implications of Brexit and how ports can be prepared. Examine the plans, and what improvements are needed, for national infrastructure to better support ports, including how to improve port connectivity.

Day 2 will provide the latest insight on the opportunities for port development, reviewing the emerging commercial and investment opportunities for ports, as well as how to plan and deliver the infrastructure needed to support these. Attend to hear how to incorporate emerging technology into your forward plans, and how these can be used to improve port operations.

Who will I meet?

Port operators and owners
Ship owners and operators
Harbour authorities
Government, local authorities and LEPS
Rail freight operators
Institutional investors
Maritime trade unions
Environmental groups and environmental lawyers
Property developers
Consultants – planning, environment and economic forecasting
Port infrastructure specialists
Safety, training and skills bodies
Road freight companies
Transport specialists

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UKMPG discuss the future of the UK ports industry

Tim Morris, Chief Executive of UK Major Ports Group shares his thoughts on the future of the UK ports industry.

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AECOM discuss biggest issues and opportunities for UK ports sector

Martin Manion, Port & Maritime Director – Europe, Middle, India and Africa at AECOM shares his thoughts on the biggest challenges facing the ports sector.