Coastlink is a neutral pan-European network dedicated to the promotion of short sea and feeder shipping, and the intermodal transport networks through the ports that support the sector. It is a place for industry professionals to meet and discuss future innovation, economic and environmental considerations – and develop partnerships that will help build a sustainable future.
The 24th Coastlink Conference, hosted by Associated British Ports (ABP), heads to the Humber, from 6-7 May 2026
Day 1 of Coastlink concluded with a tour of the Port of Bilbao in Santurzi.
Coastlink showcases how shippers are working diligently towards greening their own value chains
Green corridors and the development of green value supply chains are central to the Port of Amsterdam’s vision
In the first panel session on day one of Coastlink, onshore power supply (OPS) expansion to meet demand was a hot topic for discussion
For the last two to three years demand for short sea shipping has been on the up
The UK Port of Tilbury is achieving smarter greener operations with smart tyres and real-time monitoring
Wave energy is gaining momentum as a highly promising, yet still underutilised resource says Eco Wave Power
The Turning Basins Widening Project is essential to accommodate the increasing number of longer vessels at the port