Hundreds of international and local delegates explored the latest trends and insights in ports, shipping and transport logistics at the 29th Intermodal Africa 2023 exhibition and conference at the Durban International Convention Centre last week.
Hosted from April 18-20, the conference included a technical site visit to Durban port with an extensive tour of Container Terminal 2 where delegates were able to view operations in progress.
Transnet National Ports Authority hosted the event, which was endorsed by the Port Management Association of Eastern and Southern Africa and the Association of Indian Ocean Islands Ports (L’Association des ports des îles de l’océan Indien).
According to the organiser, Transport Events, the conference brought together 350 senior government officials, industry principals, academics, senior executive harbour masters, harbour engineers, port engineers, maintenance supervisors, and procurement decision-makers, along with the region’s leading shippers, cargo owners, importers/exporters, shipping lines, freight forwarders, logistics companies, ports, terminal operating companies, railway operators, and port equipment and services suppliers from countries throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
The programme featured 35 transport and logistics experts and industry speakers who addressed topical issues and challenges in global and regional trade and investment.
“The conference was attended by a gathering of experts who provided valuable insights and engaged in meaningful discussions. The event also provided 50 exhibitors and sponsors the opportunity to network with the delegates, creating a unique platform to showcase their products and services,” Transport Events said in a statement.
“It was evident that participants had come prepared to make the most of the event, with most of the exhibition stands and delegate passes being sold out early due to demand. Intermodal Africa 2023 was a great success, and we look forward to welcoming everyone to our forthcoming events.”
Intermodal Africa 2024 will be held in Swakopmund, Namibia from February 27-29.
