Coastlink 2026 calls for speakers

Building on the momentum of a highly successful 2025 conference, Coastlink 2026 is now accepting submissions from prospective speakers eager to share insights, solutions and innovations in short-sea shipping and multimodal logistics.

Container ship at sea

Set to take place 6 – 7 May 2026 on the Humber, the two-day event promises a dynamic programme of expert-led sessions and panel discussions focused on economic growth, sustainability and the evolving challenges facing maritime logistics.

Organisers are calling for forward-thinking abstracts that explore real-world strategies and critical issues across the sector. Suggested topics include:

  • Securing maritime and port operations through policy, regulation, and technical initiatives
  • Building sustainable and resilient supply chain distribution models
  • The transformation of short sea RoRo shipping, infrastructure and services
  • Using AI and digitalisation to create value from logistics data
  • Managing uncertainty in trade policy and tariff-driven market volatility
  • Port-centric logistics and the role of inland waterways

More details can be found on each of these topics at the Coastlink website.

Why speak at Coastlink 2026?

Presenters will gain visibility among key stakeholders, including port and terminal operators, shipping lines and logistics providers. The event offers valuable networking opportunities and a platform for discussion and collaboration across the industry.

Next steps

To be considered, submit a 250 – 300-word abstract, along with a short biography and landscape headshot, to Ellie Minshull by 30 September 2025.