2026 Port of the Future Conference — Registration

The 2026 Port of the Future Conference is shaped by new concepts, research and innovation, advances in technology, increased dependence on automation, enhancements in data security and information sharing, and heightened environmental compliance – all impacting the ability to move cargo and people rapidly and securely across international borders. This conference, now in its seventh year, focuses on creating and revitalizing our Nation’s seaports, infrastructure, and processes – across maritime and cyber domains.

This year’s Conference brings together the leaders of more than 50 seaports from the United States and Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Central and South America to Houston – to apply their vast accumulated knowledge and experiences to address the port and maritime industries’ most pressing challenges, formulate viable solutions, highlight innovations, and identify best practices.

Participants will hear from industry visionaries, thought leaders, government agency executives, and prominent researchers on their visions for Ports of the Future, projected trends and emerging challenges, promising research, and new, innovative technology.