Port of the Future Week

Port of the Future Week 2026 brings together three days of groundbreaking innovations in autonomous and sustainable technology in port environments, featuring live demos, showcases, expert insights, and international collaboration.

From 15 till 17 September, you'll discover how autonomous and sustainable technology are being implemented in ports today.

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From Innovation to Implementation

Three days of autonomous and sustainable technology in practice.

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Port of the Future Week 2026 Key Highlights

15 September

DroneHorizon (Antwerp)

Drone Horizon is an international platform for drones and autonomous systems in infrastructure, logistics, and port operations, with a strong focus on European cooperation in unmanned systems.

15 September

MODI Final Event (Antwerp)

Simultaneously MODI will host a side event on this day at the Port House by Zaha Hadid. MODI is a European cross-border flagship initiative to accelerate the introduction of Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM) solutions to significantly improve logistic chains. Register for the final event here.

16 September

Autonomous Summit (Antwerp)

A day full of demonstrations and showcases. What you can expect during this second edition:

More than 30 real-life demos of autonomous technology in a port context
Live showcases from start-ups, scale-ups, and R&D projects
Use cases on interoperability between systems, vehicles, and infrastructure
Side events such as pitches, panels, and networking opportunities
The Gathering reception & networking, powered by Antwerp Innovation Powerhouse

17 September

MAGPIE & PIONEERS (Rotterdam)

An inspiring day dedicated to the green port of the future, showcasing concrete technological applications and collaboration between European ports. Find out more about MAGPIE and PIONEERS on their website.