One of the most important events in the maritime and port sector in Latin America, AAPA LATAM , comes to Lima, Peru, from June 24 to 27 with an agenda focused on the future, addressing the technological and environmental challenges of the sector.
The choice of Peru as the event’s host city, in addition to the highlights of tours of two of its key infrastructure sites, the port of Callao and the neighboring new port of Chancay , also includes a conference agenda ranging from the most global to the most specific, always of interest to the industry’s stakeholders who will be attending the event in large numbers. The event will feature highly-regarded, high-level exhibitors alongside emerging industry entrepreneurs.
The conference program at the Westin Hotel in Lima ranges from an analysis of the global economic outlook and its impact on demand in the maritime and port industry—a current issue in light of new geopolitical challenges—to success stories in sustainability and decarbonization in port operations, as well as challenges in automation and technology, including the redefinition of global ports and examples of expansion in this area in Latin America; the perspectives of the main cargo generators and new shipping alliances; and innovation and resilience for container and bulk terminals , as well as the challenges facing the cruise industry and port cities in the era of logistics integration.
Specifically, industry specialists and key players will explore the exciting agenda in featured panels tailored to attendees’ interests.
For example, when analyzing the current global economic situation and its prospects, the opening panel will focus on the direction of international trade, geopolitical challenges and their impact on bilateral and multilateral agreements , and the new dynamics of maritime and port transport routes and intralogistics.
Later on the agenda, on the topic of port expansion in Latin America, industry leaders will analyze projects that address the challenges of technological innovation and sustainability in the face of the new global context. There will also be a dedicated space for success stories in automated terminals, the use of AI, and other innovations , so that ports can remain competitive in the face of cargo and shipping demand.
Likewise, another panel will explore the new patterns of logistics needs for shippers. There will also be an analysis of progress in sustainability and decarbonization, as well as how ports are adapting to growing regulatory demands and emissions reductions, the use of electricity in the energy transition of terminals and in logistics processes, and responding to the challenge of balancing operational profitability and environmental responsibility.
In addition, there will be room for specialist analysis of global shipping alliances and their impact on maritime transport routes and ports in Latin America; as well as a space for responsible debate on the highly complex issue of the response of ports , terminals, and security to the incursion of drug trafficking networks into international trade.
Additionally, dedicated panels with top-level executives will analyze how container and bulk terminals are responding to the challenges of automation, digitalization, and sustainability, addressing issues such as cybersecurity, traceability, and congestion. They will also explore how ports can become smart and agile hubs that respond to the demands of international trade , with case studies showing how ports are aiming to improve their productivity, reduce costs, and ensure their relevance in an increasingly demanding trade environment.
Finally, there will be a dedicated panel on the cruise industry, including the new demands of cruise lines and the responses of ports to be efficient and remain competitive on their routes; as well as a panel featuring a renewed analysis of the city-port relationship, with examples of innovation to facilitate greater logistics integration, reduce negative environmental impacts, and incorporate technology for better public-private planning with a positive impact on the region’s communities.
Separately from the event, a special event will feature the presentation of the AAPA and AAPA-CIP OAS Legacy Awards to recognize excellence and highlight initiatives that transform the maritime-port industry, especially those that have left a significant mark on the region, driving sector growth, innovation, sustainability, human capital development, and collaboration in Latin American ports.
This is how the ideal space for firsthand information on current events and trends in the region’s port, shipping, and international trade markets is shaping up . The high-level conferences, along with the showcase of exhibiting companies and technical visits to Callao and Chancay, form a unique and remarkable trio that will make AAPA LATAM Lima a beacon of light, attracting hundreds of visitors, this time to the heart of the Pacific West Coast’s maritime routes.
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