Kristiansand
August 21, 2025
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The port conference is organized by the Port of Kristiansand in collaboration with Agder County Council, Business Region Kristiansand, Næringsforeningen i Kristiansandsregionen, Shortsea Promotion Center, Havnemagasinet and Norske havner.

The conference itself is divided into four parts. Port development and framework conditions, My ship is loaded with, where cargo owners are in focus. The shipping companies' requirements, Global Outlook, dedicated international guests under the theme. With this four-leaf clover, we offer something for everyone and ensure a wide range of participants. In the evening, it is also possible to attend the popular conference dinner.

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State Secretary Even Tronstad Sagebakken will come to the Port Conference 2025

Ports are not just part of the logistics system – they are a prerequisite for both emergency preparedness, business development and new jobs. State Secretary Even Tronstad Sagebakken (Labour Party) at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries has confirmed that he will attend the Port Conference 2025 in Kristiansand on 21 August.

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Why should you register for the Port Conference 2025?

Nils Møllerup, Stina Ekrene Ytreland and Eivind Hornnes recommend the port conference for insight into sustainable maritime transport, efficient logistics and value creation through collaboration.

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Port gathering with PwC August 20 - Operator models, port development and port law

PwC has created a meeting place that is focused on the port director/management group in Norwegian ports. We therefore welcome you to an informal port gathering the day before the Port Conference. This year's theme is "operator models, port development and port law"

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Innovation hub

It's easy to talk about the need for change. The difficult – and most important – thing is to make it happen in practice. In this year's edition of Innovation HUB, we have once again brought together leading players from various industries to create inspiration, share knowledge and lay the foundation for idea development.

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