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

Programme

Day 1 - 16th October
13:10 - 13:20
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
13:20 - 13:30
Keynote
Delivering Energy Infrastructure for a Carbon-Neutral Maritime Sector | Keynote Speech by the Hon Minister for Energy
Speakers
Dr. Miriam Dalli
13:30- 13:40
Keynote
Shore Power Tendering: Setting the Foundation for Project Success a Presentation by EOPSA Member
Speakers
Laurent Dupius
13:40 - 13:45
Keynote
Scaling for Impact: Aligning National Energy Systems with Maritime Demands | Keynote Speech by Enemalta Corporation CEO
Speakers
Ing. Ryan Fava
13:45 - 14:30
Panel
Panel 1: Deadline 2030: Is Your Port Ready for Mandatory Shore Power?
Speakers
Moderated by Jordi Torrent [Medports]
Tommaso Spanevello: Haropa Port Le Havre
Hanno Bromeis: Port of Hamburg
Edvard Molitor: Port of Gothenburg
Jens Eric Hagen: Port of Oslo
Ana Arevalo Ganda: Port of Barcelona
14:40 - 15:25
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. Ismail D'Amato Interconnect Malta
15:25 - 15:30
Keynote
The Global Port Horizon: Operational Excellence Meets Sustainable Vision | Keynote Speech / Presentation by Valletta Cruise Port
Speakers
Stephen Xuereb
15:30 - 15:40
Regional cooperation for Port Decarbonisation: the role of the WestMED in the Mediterranean
Speakers
Dr Stephanie Vella | WestMED
15:40 - 16:25
Panel
Panel 3: PPA Clauses, Class Certification and Damage: Defining Risks at Shore | A legal outlook
Speakers
Moderated by: Kaupo Laanerand: ShoreLink
Suzanne Chambers: Gallagher Malta
Joseph Camilleri: Mamo TCV
Daniel Luke Farrugia: Fenech and Fenech
Elg Mia: Delta Marine
16:25 - 17:00
Valletta Grand Harbour Port Tour Hosted by Infrastructure Malta
Speakers
Christopher Farrugia Senior Manager IM
Day 2 - 17th October
09:10 - 09:15
Keynote
Beyond the Build: Future-Ready Infrastructure for a Decarbonised Maritime Network | Keynote Speech by Infrastructure Malta
Speakers
Steve Ellul
09:20 - 09:25
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
10:15 - 10:30
Break
Coffee Break
Speakers
11:50 - 11:55
OPS for Naval Command: Decarbonising Military Harbours and Infrastructure
Speakers
Dave Gorshkov CEng FIET | QinetiQ
13:05 - 13:10
Keynote
Rules for a Smarter Sea: Building Trust in AI and Data Systems Across EU Ports | Keynote Speech from Malta Digital Innovation Authority
Speakers
Kenneth Brincat
09:30 - 10:15
Panel
Panel 1: Greenification – Shipping Lines, Ports and the Sustainability Mandate | Sustainable Shorelines: Balancing Tourism, Trade and Transformation
Speakers
Moderated by: Amin Touat
Dr Ing Christoph Schaldor Carnival Maritime
Michele Francioni MSC
Javier Cervera Cervera Allienza Net Zero Mar
Jordi Torrent Med Ports
Faruk Degan TURKLM
09:15 - 09:20
Keynote
Strategic Anchor: Redefining Malta Freeport’s Role in Global Supply Chains | Keynote Speech by the Malta FreePort Corporation
Speakers
David Magro
11:25 - 11:50
Breakout session with Maritime Hub on Talent, Skills and Education
Speakers
MaritimeMT
10:40 - 11:25
Panel
Panel 2: Onshore Power Supply - Powering the Future of Sustainable Shipping through Education | MaritimeMT
Speakers
Moderated by: Cast. Edwin Vella
Ch. Eng. Moustafa Elsharkawy
Sedat Demir
Chief Pilot Terence Farrugia
09:05 - 09:10
Keynote
Smart Growth at Sea: Positioning Malta as a Hub for Sustainable Shipping and Digital Innovation | Keynote Speech by the Hon Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects
Speakers
Silvio Schembri
10:30 - 10:35
Keynote
Smart Operations, Global Reach: Reinventing Terminal Logistics for a Greener Tomorrow | Keynote Speech by Malta FreePort Terminals
Speakers
Alex Montebello
15:30 - 15:35
Malta Freeport Terminals
Speakers
Adrian Camilleri
13:10 - 13:15
Presentation
Presentation from Maddalena Bozzetti from Solar in Blue
Speakers
Maddalena Bozzetti
13:15 - 14:00
Panel
Panel 3: AI, Technology and Revenue – Infrastructure Optimisation | From Infrastructure to Intelligence: The Digital Shift in Maritime
Speakers
Kenneth Brincat | Malta Digital Innovation Authority
Marco Hurrle Melita Power
Reinold Karner
Uwe Augustat Siemens
Valerie Layan - SE
Chris Poyer ABB
15:35 - 15:40
Closing Remarks by EOPSA President
Speakers
Roland Texiera de Mattos
15:40
Malta Freeport Terminal Port Tour
Speakers
Break Out Session - 17th October
14:10 - 14:40
Setting the Scene - The Global and EU Context
Speakers
REMPEC
Ministry of Transport Malta
Italian and Maltese Port Authorities
16:30 - 16:40
Wrap-up & Conclusions
Speakers
Summary of key points
Closing remarks by the WestMED Initiative
15:00 – 15:30
Funding Opportunities for OPS and Sustainable Transport
Speakers
European Investment Bank
WestMED
15:30 - 16:30
Panel Discussion – Scaling up OPS in the Mediterranean
Speakers
14:00 – 14:10
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Speakers
14:40 – 15:00
The WestMED Perspective
Speakers
Technical Group onGreen Shipping (NHs)
S3 Shipbuilding AlternativePropulsion Systems Alliance (SDG4MED – Regione Liguria)
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.