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A keynote discussion on the strategic role of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in supporting ports, waterways, and infrastructure resilience.

Strategic update on the U.S. Center for Maritime Innovation, including research priorities, demonstration projects, and early initiatives.

A deep dive into the erosion of U.S. maritime leadership and the national security implications of declining commercial fleet capacity.

How automation, IoT, and digital platforms are transforming real-time visibility and efficiency across maritime and intermodal logistics.

SeaTrain’s modular submersible cargo gliders use patented variable buoyancy propulsion to move quietly underwater without engines, fuel, or emissions for commercial, defense, and energy applications.

Glīders operate autonomously on private rail networks, bypassing public road constraints while reducing congestion, improving safety, and lowering operating costs with fully electric freight movement.

An overview of REGENT’s electric-powered seaglider concept, a wing-in-ground-effect vehicle designed to move people and cargo over coastal waters in floating, foiling, and flight modes.

A practical session on how ports can evolve from fragmented legacy operations to connected, intelligent ecosystems, including a live mini-port demo with sensors, PLCs, and asset tags.

A panel on improving port logistics performance through stronger coordination, smarter systems, and practical technologies that enhance supply chain efficiency.

Why change management is critical to successful port digitalization, cybersecurity resilience, workforce adoption, compliance, and long-term competitiveness.

A discussion on why ports are exploring private managed networks to strengthen cybersecurity, improve real-time data exchange, and support resilient operations.

A case-based look at how aging, disconnected systems can be unified into an integrated port application environment using modern cloud platforms and business systems.

A panel on how ports and businesses can prepare for the rapid shift from paper bills of lading to eBLs, including standardization and trade digitization.

A decision-support tool combining GCAM with multi-modal route planning to evaluate fuel mix, freight modes, routes, costs, and emissions across rail, road, and maritime shipping.

A panel on how relevant, fast-moving research and development can help close maritime border security capability gaps across domain awareness, law enforcement, search and rescue, and environmental protection.

A session on how digital workflows can unify safety and security processes, improve situational awareness, and help ports move from reactive compliance toward proactive workforce and facility protection.

A look at innovative marine engineering concepts—from floating data centers to clean power solutions—that can support port revitalization, resilience, decarbonization, and economic development.

A session on how ports can modernize with integrated security automation, industrial networking, wireless connectivity, and practical cybersecurity strategies aligned with MTSA requirements.

A forward-looking session exploring how ports can eliminate congestion through dynamic slotting, just-in-time arrivals, and integrated scheduling across the supply chain.

A case study on building one of the world’s largest maritime complexes through fully integrated automation, security, telecom, and control systems.

A look at the development of a dedicated LNG fueling hub supporting the growing clean-energy marine fuel ecosystem along the U.S. Gulf Coast.

A major port modernization initiative focused on expanding cargo capacity, cruise infrastructure, and sustainable operations.

A look at inland ports as strategic infrastructure supporting manufacturing, agriculture, and national security through public-private partnerships.

A look at why many major companies are backing away from net-zero commitments, and what is slowing progress toward zero-emission goals.

A panel on hybrid vessel technology, emissions reduction, battery systems, fuel cells, and the operational benefits of hybrid electric power.

A practical discussion of vessel emission reductions through additives, hull cleaning, coatings, voyage optimization, and other near-term measures.

A whole-system approach to port decarbonization, including electrification, hydrogen, energy efficiency, and resilient future-ready infrastructure.

A panel on wind-assisted propulsion systems, AI-enhanced route optimization, reduced fuel consumption, and carbon-emission reduction.

A session on regulatory drivers, sustainable shipping initiatives, and practical energy optimization strategies for ports preparing for a low-carbon, multi-fuel future.

A discussion on how propane can support port operations through scalable fueling infrastructure, backup power, and lower-emission equipment across terminals.

A panel on the growing role of LNG in maritime decarbonization and how bunkering infrastructure is shaping port competitiveness and expansion strategies.

A panel on how trucking companies and ports are navigating the transition to alternative fuels, balancing cost, technology, and infrastructure availability.