Exclusive Port Tours at DTF 2025

Experience Malta’s maritime excellence through a series of exclusive DTF 2025 events designed to connect, explore, and inspire. Join us as we showcase real-world decarbonisation in action and network with global leaders shaping the future of sustainable ports.

Exclusive Reception at Malta’s Iconic Gardjola

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Malta’s Grand Harbour, this invite-only evening offers delegates a unique opportunity to network in one of the island’s most iconic vantage points.

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Hosted within the historic Gardjola Gardens, overlooking Valletta’s illuminated skyline, the DTF Networking Reception brings together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and partners for an evening of meaningful connections, exchange of ideas, and collaboration.
Enjoy curated hospitality, Maltese-inspired canapés, and live ambiance as conversations flow on the future of sustainable ports, clean energy, and maritime innovation.

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This event is strictly by RSVP and reserved for registered delegates, speakers, and partners.

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Grand Harbour Port Tour

Hosted by Infrastructure Malta
Date: 16 October 2025
Location: Valletta Grand Harbour
Focus: OPS infrastructure (Phase1 & upcoming Phase 2), historic waterfront redevelopment, cruise operations.

The Grand Harbour - Europe’s First OPS-Enabled Cruise Hub

The Grand Harbour is Malta’s principal passenger and cruiseport, serving over 900,000 cruise passengers annually (2023).

OPS Project – Phase 1 (completed):

€49.9 million EU-cofunded investment.
5 quays electrified (Deep Water Quay, Pinto 4/5,Lascaris Wharf).
Capacity: Power supply up to 16 MVA.
Annual emission reductions: >40,000 tonnes of CO₂ and 70% less NOx/PM around harbour communities.

OPS Project – Phase 2 (upcoming):

Extension to remaining cruise berths.
Incorporation of smart grid integration with Enemalta’s distribution network.
Target: Completion by 2027 to service all cruise berths.

Malta Freeport Port Tour

Hosted by Malta Freeport Corporation
Date: 17 October 2025
Location: Malta Freeport Terminal, Birżebbuġa
Focus: OPS integration at a major transhipment hub, digitalisation in container logistics, sustainability initiatives.

Malta Freeport - A Strategic Mediterranean Hub

Established in 1988, Malta Freeport is one of the Mediterranean’s top 10 transhipment ports.

Annual capacity: 3 million+ TEUs handled.
Connectivity: Links with 115 ports worldwide.
Hosts two container terminals and the Oil Tanking Malta terminal.
OPS & Sustainability Initiatives:
- Shore power integration planned for container vessels – reducing reliance on auxiliary engines during berthing.
- Investment in digital twin and automation for yard operations.
Environmental focus: reduction of CO₂ emissions, waste management, and efficiency in vessel turnaround.

Exclusive Port Tours at DTF 2025

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