Delegates will also be invited on a tour of the Ceres Paragon facility, with its indented berth and high level automation systems, as well as the facilities of the Ter Haak Group, an integrated multimodal operator catering for a wide range of cargo types.

Hans Gerson, president and chief executive of the main sponsor, the Port of Amsterdam, said: “Plans are well underway to ensure that TOC Europe 2008 will build on its great reputation as the leading shipping, ports and terminals event. We look forward to welcoming exhibitors, conference delegates, visitors from all across Europe and working with the organisers to ensure great success for the event.”