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About the event
About the African Ports Evolution Forum
The 6th annual African Ports Evolution Forum enables growth and increases efficiency for Africa’s maritime industry. The Forum also hosts an interactive exhibition featuring 2 co-loctaed events:
- African Rail Evolution Expo
- TIKZN Export Week Expo
The interactive exhibition provides access to key maritime stakeholders and leading suppliers to the industry.
WHY ATTEND?
AFRICAN PORTS EVOLUTION FORUM 2017 is designed to provide an intensive and focused one-stop-shop for maritime multi-modal connectivity.
- Save time by accessing leaders from over 25African ports authorities all under one roof
- Increase port throughput and efficiency with real-time take-away benefits while you learn about the latest trends, technology solutions and project developments in the region
- Spark new commercial relationships and opportunities from facilitated business matchmaking connecting government and private sector
- Influence policy and development while engaging with the region's top maritime leaders
- Become a top partner and supplier for Africa's maritime industry with insider access to the region's transport infrastructure development pipeline and post-neo-panamax port requirements
Expo features and benefits
- Be exposed to the latest technological advances and trends
- Meet the entire value chain in one convenient location
- Expand your current network and meet the key stakeholders in the industry
- Increase competitiveness and obtain exposure to influential customers
- Network with delegations from over 25 African Countries
- Position your brand as an industry leader to the notoriously difficult to penetrate transport sector
Event at a glance
Expo hours
Tuesday 17 October 2017
10:00 to 18:00
Wednesday 18 October 2017
9:00 to 16:00
Free expo workshops
FREE training and technical workshops – develop your skills and knowledge
Make the most of the expo by attending these FREE workshops and training seminars aimed at giving you the best possible learning and training experiences tailored to your areas of expertise.
Workshop programme available in August 2017.
About the venue
Durban International Convention Centre
About the host city
Durban, a coastal city in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province, is known for its African, Indian and colonial influences. The Golden Mile beachfront is a popular destination for surfers, joggers, sunbathers and water-sports enthusiasts. Refurbished for soccer's 2010 World Cup, the seafront promenade starts at uShaka Marine World, a huge theme park with an aquarium, and ends by the futuristic Moses Mabhida stadium.
The Port of Durban, commonly called Durban Harbour, is the largest and busiest shipping terminal on the African Continent. The port is strategically placed on major international shipping routes, and is South Africa's main cargo and container port.