Port of the Future Week

Antwerp & Rotterdam

15/09/2026 - 17/09/2026

Port of the Future Week brings together three days of groundbreaking innovations in autonomous and sustainable technology in port environments, featuring live demos, showcases, expert insights, and international collaboration.

From innovation to implementation

From 15 till 17 September, you'll discover how autonomous and sustainable technology are being implemented in ports today.

Op 16 september organiseerde we port of the future : autonomous summit. Er kwamen technologiebedrijven gespecialiseerd in autonome (en remote-controlled) technologie samen.

Program highlights

15 September: Drone Horizon (Antwerp)

Drone Horizon is an international platform for drones and autonomous systems in infrastructure, logistics, and port operations, with a strong focus on European cooperation in unmanned systems. Find out more about Drone Horizon on their website.

16 September: Autonomous Summit (Antwerp)

A day full of demonstrations and showcases. What you can expect during this second edition:

  • More than 30 real-life demos of autonomous technology in a port context
  • Live showcases from start-ups, scale-ups, and R&D projects
  • Use cases on interoperability between systems, vehicles, and infrastructure
  • Side events such as pitches, panels, and networking opportunities

17 September: PIONEERS (Rotterdam)

An inspiring day dedicated to the green port of the future, showcasing concrete technological applications and collaboration between European ports. Find out more about PIONEERS on their website.

Why participate?

  • See how autonomous technology works in practice, from water to road and air
  • Connect with leading players from the European port and technology sector
  • Learn from real interoperability cases and implementation experiences
  • Expand your network with innovators, policymakers, and researchers

Three days of autonomous and sustainable technology in practice – from testing and collaboration to scaling up. More details to follow soon.

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Contact

Elke Verbeelen, corporate communication advisor
Elke Verbeelen

Corporate Communication Advisor

Roxanne Keteleer

Event Expert

Contact us for more information about participation, sponsorship, or the program.