The African Ports Evolution 2012 Conference for African port authorities, terminal operators, government, providers of products and services, will be taking place in Cape Town from the 20th to 22nd of November.
The African Ports Evolution Forum 2012 will provide attendees with take home, futureproofed solutions for boosting the integrity of port operations, modernizing facilities, and increasing bulk and container throughput. The conference will include a lively mix of keynote addresses, panel discussions, case study presentations and numerous networking sessions.
This conference is the only African event to provide broad insight into how a ports development project affects ports authorities, investors, and terminal operators and importers and exporters alike. The African Ports Evolution Forum 2012 will feature, engaging interactive presentations, knowledge and solution driven sessions, key suppliers under one roof, extensive case studies and numerous networking opportunities.
Reasons to Attend the Conference
- Unique opportunity for open dialogue and collaboration between National Revenue Authorities and National Ports.
- Step-by-step guidance throughout every stage in the African port expansion project.
- Sequential contributions made from port operators, port authorities, investors, and importers/exporters.
- Learn how to access emerging corridors from stakeholders with interests along new and growing trade routes.
- Learn about cross-border cooperation amidst Africa’s ports as a means of boosting the continent’s overall profile as a premier partner for international trade.
- Learn how to reduce transit times well below the current World Bank estimate of 38 days to import and 32 days to export in Africa.
Conference Venue
The venue for the African Ports Evolution 2012 Conference is the Radisson Blu, Waterfront. This conference venue is newly renovated and offers a five-star seaside experience overlooking both Table Mountain and Robben Island. The Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront offers some of the most ideal meetings and events facilities in Cape Town. Fully compatible with today’s dynamic business needs, this hotel offers two air-conditioned conference rooms with the latest audio-visual and technical equipment, with world-class catering. Each room has a maximum capacity for up to 70 guests and rooms may be combined for larger groups.
The Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront affords easy access to popular attractions, including Greenmarket Square, Mouille Point and Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and is located 21 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport. The 177 rooms at this Cape Town luxury hotel are equipped with first-class amenities like coffee and tea provisions, free high-speed internet access and mini bar. For the ultimate luxury, the hotel’s Business Class rooms and suites overlook the Atlantic Ocean. Al fresco dining is available at the on-site Tobago’s Restaurant. The hotel also boasts an on-site spa with a variety of relaxing treatments, such as oxygenating vitality pool, and a fitness centre.
Conference Keynote Speakers
The African Ports Evolution 2012 Conference will feature over 40 industry speakers including:
- Tau Morwe, CEO, Transnet National Ports Authority, will deliver the Keynote Address and provide the inside track on South Africa’s dynamic infrastructure development plan now underway.
- Simon Allen, Managing Director, Stefanutti Stocks Marine.
- Ton Bestenbreur, Independent Port Operations & Logistics Consultant and Part-Time Lecturer, University of Stellenbosch.
- Brian Bitsch, Chief Commercial Officer, Sogester S.A. – A.P. Moller-Maersk Group.
- Rae Cruikshank, Group Executive: Customs Operations, South African Revenue Services.
- Dr. Leila Goedhals-Gerber, Senior Lecturer, University of Stellenbosch.
