Maritime & Port Sector Symposium

October 15, 2025 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
VIGIMARE Project: Surveillance of Critical Submarine Infrastructure Johanna Karvonen EU Project Coordinator /Laurea University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Towards new CIP Capabilities and Resilience in Ports ( TRANSCEND project) Raphael Company Director of Safety and Security /Valenciaport Foundation, Spain
Underwater Security - The Unseen Threat Simon Goldsworthy Global Business Development Manager – Intruder Detection Systems /Wavefront Systems, UK

The port and maritime sector faces critical infrastructure challenges, including climate change impacts, cyberattacks, terrorist attacks and geopolitical instability, all threatening global trade, economic prosperity, national security and environmental sustainability. To protect and build resilience, the sector needs to embed climate adaptation, enhance cybersecurity measures, and foster collaboration between stakeholders. Resilient ports are crucial for economic stability and require a holistic approach.