MAXIMISING ‘TOTAL’ PORT EFFICIENCY AS PART OF AN ATTRACTIVE OPERATION TO THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY
Our 5th Optimising Port Development conference will address the key challenges faced by modern ports and terminals in order to present an efficient and attractive option to the shipping lines. The meeting will explore terminal operations and appropriate expansion, inner-port efficiencies in communications and transport, as well as assessing relationships with local and national investors in developing an improved port community. Infrastructure, and continued improvement of the entire environment will be high on the agenda with the aim of developing a competitive and specialised service. In an increasingly tough market, this meeting will assist a port in gaining a competitive advantage.
WHAT’S NEW FOR 2012?
- Maximising points of efficiency in port to create a competitive and attractive option to the shipping community
- Improving inner-port transport, operations and communications
- Assessing local and national investment to improve infrastructure and port development
- Learn how to tailor your terminal operations to meet the changing needs of shipping industry
- Discover the strategies and technologies to increase efficiency in the management of throughput
- Understand how to incorporate environmental sustainability into development plans
- Hear expert analysis of international policy and regulation so that your port is fully prepared to meet future challenges
AN INTERACTIVE 2 DAYS
In this meeting, we will offer you the perfect opportunity to discuss your own operational strategies and developmental ambitions, finding solutions with your peers through an interactive and informative 2 day programme.
Participate in roundtable sessions – giving you the chance to discuss the latest issues with your colleagues – and the speakers - in an open, informal and intimate setting Contribute you company’s perspectives, receiving feedback and advice in open and inviting question and answer sessions Continue the debate over lunch and coffee breaks, making invaluable connections, and improving the scope of your company’s needs
Who will attend?
Delegates will be drawn from Port Authorities and Port Terminals as well as other relevant professional bodies including the following job titles:
- Port Directors & CEO’s
- Terminal Managers
- Heads of Technology & Chief Technical Officers
- Developmental Managers
- Strategy & Planning Heads
- Technological & IT Authorities & Consultants
Also present:
- Local and national government
- Private Investors in port/ infrastructure
- Port development consultants
- Suppliers of specialist port technologies and equipment
Venue
To be confirmed
London, UK
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS INCLUDE
- Rune Mjøs, Senior Advisor, Norwegian Ports Association
- Peter Bresseleers, Partner PortExpertise/ Ports & Terminals
- Oli Smaro, Senior Advisor, Port of Fuglafjordur
- Herman Journée, Chairman ECO Sustainable Logistic Chain Foundation, Director Strategic Development, Port Of Amsterdam, Port of Amsterdam & ECOSLC
- Sushil Mulchandani, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Visakha Container Terminal
- Brendan Keating, Chief Executive Officer, Port of Cork
- Patrick Verhoeven, Secretary General, ESPO
- Richard Morton, Port Integration
- Tom Elmer Christensen, Director, Danske Havne
The agenda is available as PDF under downloads.