Ports 4.0. Conference in Riga

Mar 07 2024

Ports 4.0. Conference in Riga

Ports 4.0 Conference – digitalization in the focus of the maritime sector 

Welcome to the fourth edition of Ports 4.0 Conference organized by the Baltic Ports Organization. Be a part of this valuable industry meeting held in Riga, Latvia on June 6th. Participation is free of charge.

Freeport of Riga – a memorable venue of the event

We are very happy to invite you again to Riga. The Freeport of Riga Authority is located on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea at the mouth of the River Daugava in the Gulf of Riga.

Both historically and geographically, the port is an integral part of the city of Riga. It occupies 11% of the territory of the city of Riga on both banks of the River Daugava and stretches for 15 km from the Vanshu Bridge in the very center of the city to the mouth of the river in the Gulf of Riga.

Its convenient location, providing the closest access to the sea from a large Eurasian land area, has made it possible for the city of Riga to become an important crossroads of trade routes and a thriving port throughout all centuries of its history.

Today, the strategically advantageous geographical location, well-developed connections for all transport modes and diverse logistics solutions provide the Port of Riga with the status of a multimodal transport hub. The central Baltic port provides access to a vast logistics network connecting Northern Europe.

For more information please contact Conference Team:
Gabriela Nowakowska, Conference Manager, gabriela@actiaforum.pl 
Monika Rogo, Conference Communication Manager, monika.rogo@actiaforum.pl 

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VENUE:
Freeport of Riga Authority
12 Kalpaka blvd, Riga, Latvia, LV-1010

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AGENDA

6 June 2024 

8:30 – 9:00 | Coffee and registration

9:00 – 10:30 | Session I

Opening Speeches

  • Port of Riga Representative (TBA)
  • BPO Representative (TBA)

Keynote speech: Main trends to dominate the digitalization process of maritime transport in the next decade
Fraunhofer Center for Applied Research SCS of the Fraunhofer IIS Representative (TBC)

Presentation: Cybersecurity in context of ports as critical infrastructure – current threat level and future scenarios
Luigi Rebuffi, Secretary General, European Cyber Security Organisation (TBC)

Discussion panel: Resisting change – is the maritime transport sector truly conservative by nature and how can the process of its digitalization be accelerated?

  • Copenhagen Malmö Port Representative (TBC)
  • Maritime Technology Center of Sweden Representative (TBC)
  • Dariusz Dąbrowski, Head of Department, DNV (TBC)

10:30 – 11:00 | Coffee break

11:00 – 12:15 | Session II

Case study: Use cases of 5G deployment in Latvia – experiences from the maritime sector
LVR Fleet and LMT (Latvian Mobile Telephone) Representatives (CONFIRMED)

Case study: Utilizing drone technology to track emissions at the Port of Klaipėda
Port of Klaipėda Representative (TBC)

Case study: Enhancing GHG emission measurement through digital solutions
Margus Vihman, CCO, Port of Tallinn (TBC)

Presentation: Data and digitalization for ports 4.0, benefits on safety and sustainability
Yucel Yildiz, Ports and Terminal Manager, RightShip (CONFIRMED)

 12:15 – 13:15 | Lunch

 13:15 – 14:30 | Session III

Presentation: How does regulatory complexity affect the integration of digital solutions in maritime transport and how can the dialogue between the industry and policymakers be improved?
TBA

Case study: Old dogs learning new tricks – opportunities for upskilling and retraining of the current workforce to meet the requirements of a digital era
Bart Steijaert, CEO, Port of Helsingborg (TBC)

Discussion panel: How can the maritime transport sector attract new, tech-savvy talent to assure a smooth digital transition in the coming years?

  • Salvador Furió Pruñonosa, Innovation & Port Cluster Development Director, Fundación Valenciaport (TBC)
  • Viking Line Representative (TBC)
  • (TBA)

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Hidden gem of the Latvian coast
The Port of Riga isn’t just a key part of the Latvian economy. It is also an integral part of the City of Riga and important element of the regional ecosystem.

Look out for our future newsletters in which we will delve deeper into the history of the port, as well as give you some hints regarding the most beautiful and captivating places to visit in Riga itself.

 

  

Accommodation:

Monika Centrum Hotels - https://monika.centrumhotels.com
Address: Elizabetes street 21, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
~ 2 minutes walking distance from the conference venue
Standard double room for single use 74 EUR/night/breakfast included
Standard double room for DBL use 86 EUR/night/breakfast included
Superior junior suite room 99 EUR/night/breakfast included
SUITE room 136 EUR/night/breakfast included
1 superior SUITE room 180 EUR/night/breakfast included
For booking, please contact the hotel directly by using code: CONFERENCE2024
E-mail: sales.monika@centrumhotels.com
Special rate is available until 22nd May, after this date – reservations upon availability.

Hestia Hotel Jugend - https://www.hestiahotels.com/jugend/
Address: Pulkveža Brieža street 11, Riga, LV-1010
~ 4 minutes walking distance from the conference venue
Standard Single room 80 EUR/night/breakfast included
Standard Twin or Double 85,00 EUR/night/breakfast included
Payment method: upon check in at the hotel (cash or credit cards accepted).
Bookings must be made directly to the hotel by email (elina.graudina@hestiahotels.com) or by phone (+37120255007) using the contact details above and quoting the booking confirmation No.: ROP050706
Special rate is available until 10th May, after this date – reservations upon availability.