Decarbonising port operations is now an operational priority across European gateways. GreenPort Congress 2026 brings that technical and commercial debate to Portsmouth with a packed mix of sessions and technical visits.
Dates and venue in Portsmouth
GreenPort Congress 2026 runs from 7 to 9 October at HM Naval Base, Portsmouth. The official programme combines conference sessions, technical tours and networking events integrated throughout the three days.
Programme focus and agenda signals
Official communications highlight electrification and onshore power supply, water management and bioremediation pilots, advances in low‑carbon fuels such as methanol and hydrogen, and digital simulation for port operations. The event also features visits to facilities like BMT’s DISC and discussions on grid constraints affecting ports.
Attendee profile and speakers
Speakers announced for 2026 include port directors, energy specialists and technology providers. Notable names on the roster are Mike Sellers, Raj Kehal, Andrew Connolly and Richard Haine. Sponsors and technical partners listed include Haskoning, BMT and ABB, alongside industry bodies such as UK Major Ports Group and Women in Ports.
Selected speakers
- Mike Sellers
- Raj Kehal
- Andrew Connolly
- Richard Haine
These contributors appear across panels on energy, electrification and water, and lead or take part in the organised port tours and technical briefings.
How to prepare commercial prospecting for GreenPort Congress 2026
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Segment your targets. Decide whether your primary contacts will be terminal operators, port authorities, energy providers or engineering consultancies.
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Bring tight use cases. Short, measurable examples of cost, emissions or operational improvement perform best during technical sessions and site visits.
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Pre-book meetings. Use sponsor and speaker lists to prioritise outreach. Companies such as BMT and ABB are relevant partners for electrification and simulation projects.
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Prepare technical one‑pagers. Diagrams, integration maps and KPI sheets are more effective than long brochures.
Why the topics matter in 2026
Public items in the programme point to practical milestones: first UK shore power sailings, electrolyser and hydrogen trials in European ports, and biofuel storage projects. The combination of infrastructure, regulation and operational change is shaping near‑term investment decisions.
Closing recommendation
If your product or service addresses shore power, water management or alternative fuels, plan commercial outreach around scheduled technical visits and sector sponsors. Check the programme details and booking options on the official site at http://www.portstrategy.com/greenport-congress
