Lu Haihu

The top seven leading cargo volume and container traffic port executives have already confirmed their attendance. IAPH World Ports Conference will host port executives and other maritime industry leaders, traveling from nearly 50 countries that comprise the seven continents of the world, at the Hilton Americas Hotel in Houston, Texas.

Pieter Struijs

The theme of the conference, “Anchored by Commitment – Buoyed by Unity,” will celebrate the 30-year reunion of the IAPH conference in Houston. Conference planners are preparing for more than 1,200 conference participants who represent the maritime industry and will promote Houston as “Simply the Best” city to host such a diverse, well-renowned group.

Geraldine Knatz

Top Ports Ranking Source: Shipping Statistics Yearbook 2005

The conference’s six work sessions provide an arena for addressing priority challenges and opportunities that confront the global maritime industry. Additionally, conference planners are preparing Simply the Best evening social activities that will showcase Houston’s international presence.

Register online today to ensure your place. Registration fees include one accompanying person, as well as admission to the plenary and work sessions, exhibit hall and all social activities.

IAPH Member: $2,250 USD
IAPH Non-Member: $2,600 USD

The Hilton Americas Hotel is the official headquarters for the 25th IAPH World Ports Conference. All work sessions, the exhibition and many other activities will take place at the host hotel, and we don't want you to miss out. The special room rate will only be available until April 11 or until the group block is sold out. The block of rooms is valid between April 26–May 4.