Digital Innovation and Resilience in Ports: From Pilot to Practice

As maritime trade remains a key pillar of Europe’s economy, digital transformation of ports and maritime operations is no longer a vision—it’s an urgent need. This cc-creation event brings together port authorities, tech providers, startups, researchers, and regulators to explore how innovation pilots can become scalable, cross-border solutions.

Why Riga?

Riga is not just a host city, it’s a European leader in smart port innovation. In 2024, the Riga Freeport and LMT received the prestigious IAPH  “Port Innovation of the Year” award for launching Europe’s first 5G port solution, recognized for its groundbreaking contribution to digitalization. This success story is a strong signal the future of port innovation is already happening here.

From secure 5G networks and real-time data exchange to AI-powered port infrastructure inspection, drones and emission tracking, the maritime sector is entering a new era of smart, sustainable operations. But turning innovation into practice requires more than technology – it demands collaboration.

Why attend?

• Discover real-world use cases and ongoing pilots across Europe’s smart ports
• Explore emerging technologies and trends shaping the future of smart port operations
• Explore regulatory and governance models enabling innovation at scale
• Discuss cybersecurity, connectivity, data sharing, and interoperability challenges
• Join working groups to shape future pilot consortia and joint projects
• Hear pitches from port innovators and startups tackling today’s maritime challenges

Who should attend?

• Port authorities and maritime infrastructure operators
• Transport ministries and digitalization agencies
• Maritime technology providers and system integrators
• Startup founders and innovation managers
• Cybersecurity and data governance experts
• Network and connectivity leading telco companies (5G, IoT, satellite)

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