October 16-17 | Boiler Wharf, Grand Harbour, Malta
Delivered in Malta
Applied to the World

Programme

Day 1 - 16th October
12:50 - 13:00
Keynote
Keynote Welcome from Host Port
Speakers
Capt. Fritz Farrugia
13:00 - 13:10
Keynote
Conference Opening | 2030 and Beyond: Steering European Ports Towards Emissions Compliance and Growth | Keynote Speech by EOPSA's President
Speakers
Roland Texiera De Mattos
13:10- 13:20
Keynote
Shore Power Tendering: Setting the Foundation for Project Success a Presentation by EOPSA Member
Speakers
Laurent Dupius
13:20 - 13:50
SHORELINK PRODUCT LAUNCH: Unveiling a new compact shore power solution for cruise vessels
Speakers
Kaupo Laanerand | ShoreLink
13:50 - 14:35
Panel
Panel 1: Deadline 2030: Is Your Port Ready for Mandatory Shore Power?
Speakers
Moderated by Jordi Torrent Medports
Tommaso Spanevello: Haropa Port
Hanno Bromeis: Port of Hamburg
Edvard Molitor: Port of Gothenburg
Jens Eric Hagen: Port of Oslo
Ana Arevalo Ganda: Port of Barcelona
14:35 - 15:20
Panel
Panel 2: The Port Gridlock: Can National Energy Systems Support Electrified Harbours?
Speakers
Moderated by Valeria Mangiarotti
Ekaitz Lopez Amurrio: Port of Bilbao
Sanna Supponen: Port of Helsinki
Andrej Hrabar: Port of Koper
Tiemo Arkesteijn: Rotterdam Shore Power
Ing. Christian Spiteri Interconnect Malta
15:20 - 15:25
Keynote
Scaling for Impact: Aligning National Energy Systems with Maritime Demands | Keynote Speech by Enemalta Corporation CEO
Speakers
Ing. Ryan Fava
15:25 - 15:30
Aligning National Vision with Maritime Transformation: Delivering on Malta’s 2050 Decarbonisation Goals
Speakers
Katrina Cuschieri
15:30 - 15:35
Keynote
Delivering Energy Infrastructure for a Carbon-Neutral Maritime Sector | Keynote Speech by the Hon Minister for Energy
Speakers
Dr. Miriam Dalli
15:05 - 15:50
Panel 3: PPA Clauses, Class Certification and Damage: Defining Risks at Shore | A legal outlook
Speakers
Kaupo Laanerand | ShoreLink
Suzanne Chambers | Gallagher Malta
Joseph Camilleri | Mamo TCV
Daniel Luke Farrugia | Fenech and Fenech
Elg Mia | Delta Marin
Katarina Stancova | CMA CGA
15:50 - 16:00
Keynote
The Global Port Horizon: Operational Excellence Meets Sustainable Vision | Keynote Speech / Presentation by Valletta Cruise Port
Speakers
Stephen Xuereb
16:00 - 16:10
Keynote
Shorepower is here to stay. | Keynote Presentation from the Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer of Shorelink
Speakers
Kaupo Läänerand
16:10 - 17:10
Beer O’Clock Free Networking Event Hosted Exclusively by Shorelink | Free local craft beer, Live DJ set, Great company
Speakers
16:30 - 17:30
DTF Port Tour – Grand Harbour (Valletta) Hosted by Infrastructure Malta
Speakers
Christopher Farrugia
19:00 - 21:00
DTF Official Networking Reception - Exclusively Hosted by Valletta Cruise Port | by Registration Only
Speakers
Day 2 - 17th October
09:00 - 09:10
Keynote
Shorepower is here to stay. | Keynote Presentation from the Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer of Shorelink
Speakers
Kaupo Läänerand
09:10 - 09:15
Keynote
Beyond the Build: Future-Ready Infrastructure for a Decarbonised Maritime Network | Keynote Speech by Infrastructure Malta’s CEO
Speakers
Steve Ellul
09:20 - 09:30
Keynote
Strategic Anchor: Redefining Malta Freeport’s Role in Global Supply Chains | Keynote Speech by the Malta FreePort Corporation Chairman
Speakers
David Magro
09:30 - 09:40
Keynote
Tourism with Depth: Preserving Our Seas Through Smarter Shore Investments | Keynote Speech by Euro Parl member Dr Daniel Attard Member of the TRAN Committee
Speakers
Dr Daniel Attard
09:40 - 10:25
Panel
Panel 1: Greenification – Shipping Lines, Ports and the Sustainability Mandate | Sustainable Shorelines: Balancing Tourism, Trade and Transformation
Speakers
Moderated by: Roland Texiera De Mattos
Dr Ing Christoph Schaldor Carnival Maritime
Michele Francioni MSC
Javier Cervera Alonso Allienza Net Zero Mar
Max Kommorowski MKO Marine
Faruk Degan TURKLM
10:15 - 10:30
Break
Coffee Break
Speakers
10:25 - 10:30
Keynote
Beyond Compliance: Embedding ESG in Port and Cargo Operations Keynote Presentation by YILDIRIM
Speakers
George Wagner
10:30 - 10:40
Keynote
Keynote Presentation by Valletta Gateway Terminal
Speakers
Marcel Micallef
10:40 - 11:25
Panel
Panel 2: Onshore Power Supply - Powering the Future of Sustainable Shipping through Education | MaritimeMT
Speakers
Moderator: Capt. Edwin Vella
Moustafa Elsharkawy Maritime MT
Sedat Demir Excelsis Malta
Capt.Terence Farrugia Maritime MT
Prof. Alexander Micallef
Hugues Berthet Schneider Electric
11:15 - 11:50
Breakout session with MaritimeMT on Talent, Skills and Education
Speakers
11:50 - 12:50
Lunch Break
Speakers
12:50 - 13:00
EOPSA Ceremony - Signing of and MOU with TURKLIM
Speakers
13:00 - 13:10
Keynote
Regional cooperation for Port Decarbonisation: The role of the WestMED in the Mediterranean
Speakers
Dr Stephanie Vella
13:10 - 13:55
Panel
Panel 3: AI, Technology and Revenue – Infrastructure Optimisation | From Infrastructure to Intelligence: The Digital Shift in Maritime
Speakers
Moderated by: Laurent Dupuis
Marco Hurrle Melita Power
Reinold Karner - RMK
Uwe Augustat Siemens
Valerie Layan - Schneider Electric
Chris Poyner ABB
13:55 - 14:10
Closing Speech by Mr Norbert Grech
Speakers
Norbert Grech
14:10 - 15:10
Closing Reception - Beer O'Clock
Speakers
14:10 - 17:10
Port Tour - Malta Freeport Terminal Hosted by Malta Freeport Corporation
Speakers
WestMed Break Out Session - 16th October
10:00 - 10:10
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Speakers
Mr Piero Piinnelli
10:10 - 11:00
Panel
OPS within the EU Green Deal, Fit for 55, and TEN-T policy
Speakers
Corrado Sciutto
Laurence Martin
Mevric Zammit
11:00 - 11:20
The WestMED Perspective
Speakers
Giulia Antidormi
Leonardo Manzari
11:20 - 11:30
Keynote
Funding Opportunities for OPS and Sustainable Transport
Speakers
Roderick Zerafa
11:30 - 12:20
Panel
Panel Discussion – Scaling up OPS in the Mediterranean
Speakers
Valeria Mangiarotti
Francesco Martellini
Mauro Valdinoci
Matteo Apolloni
Chris Farrugia
12:20 - 12:30
Wrap-up & Conclusions
Speakers
Dr. Stephenie Vella
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply to be a speaker or panelist?
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The agenda for DTF25 is finalised, but expressions of interest are welcome for future editions via the 'Call for Speakers' section.

How do I get to the venue?
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The conference will be held at Boilers Wharf in Senglea, accessible by cab or public transport. Signage will be available on-site.

Where can I find the full agenda?
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The agenda is available on our website. It includes session timings, speakers, and topics.

Who can I contact for more information?
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You can reach us at hello@shoretoship.mt or through the contact form on our website.

Who are the keynote speakers?
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Keynote speakers will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates on our Speakers page.

Is accommodation provided or recommended?
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Yes, recommended hotels include Excelsior (Link: DTF2025Shoretoship), AX Hotels (Promo code: AXCORPDTF25), and Cugo Gran Macina (DTF2025shoretoship 10% corporate discount).

Who should attend the conference?
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DTF25 is ideal for policymakers, port authorities, infrastructure developers, energy providers, legal experts, environmental consultants, and researchers working toward sustainable port development.

What is included in my registration?
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Registration includes access to all sessions, keynote speeches, and networking opportunities.

When and where is the conference taking place?
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The conference will be held between the 15th and 17th October at the Boiler Wharf in Valletta.

How do I register for the conference?
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You can register directly through our website. Click on the “Register” button at the top of the homepage.

What is the theme of the conference?
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The theme of DTF25 is “Ports. Power. Partnerships.” Ports explore smarter, greener port operations. Power focuses on clean energy transitions and future-ready technologies. Partnerships unite leaders and financial frameworks for real-world impact.