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Erwin Verstraelen

Chief Digital & Innovation Officer | Port of Antwerp-Bruges Antwerp, Belgium

Biography

Erwin Verstraelen is the Chief Digital and innovation officer of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges . He has a strong background in business transformation driven by Information technology. His team drives the valorization of new and existing IT capabilities to transform the port in an open innovation hub, a catalyst towards a smart port.

Sessions

16:15h

High-Level Roundtable | TOMORROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Navigating the Future of Innovation in Ports, and Cities

Emma Cobos Port of Barcelona Director of Innovation and Business Strategy Chair

Erwin Verstraelen Port of Antwerp-Bruges Chief Digital & Innovation Officer Speaker

Jens Meier Hamburg Port Authority Chief Executive Officer Speaker

Michael DiBernardo Port of Los Angeles Deputy Executive Director Marketing and Customer Relations Speaker

John Roberson City of Chicago Chief Operating Officer Speaker

07-11-2023 16:15 07-11-2023 17:00 Europe/Madrid Navigating the Future of Innovation in Ports, and Cities

This engaging roundtable discussion unites top executives of major ports and mayors from port cities to explore the evolving relationship between these crucial entities. Focusing on real-world examples, the conversation centers on how innovation is reshaping this dynamic partnership.

We will delve into topics like digitalization, sustainability, and collaborative initiatives, showcasing how innovation can foster growth, sustainability, and prosperity for both ports and cities. This discussion offers a glimpse into the transformative potential of innovation in our global port communities.

Hall 1 | Auditorium

Tue 7 16:15h - 17:00h Hall 1 | Auditorium Full Congress & Tomorrow.Mobility & Tomorrow.Building Passes

10:00h

Opening Session | TOMORROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Welcome Remarks

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator TV and Radio Presenter Master of Ceremonies

Erwin Verstraelen Port of Antwerp-Bruges Chief Digital & Innovation Officer Speaker

Lluís Salvadó Port of Barcelona President Speaker

Malin Collin Port of Gothenburg Deputy CEO & Vice President Strategy and Innovation Speaker

Jens Meier Hamburg Port Authority Chief Executive Officer Speaker

Michael DiBernardo Port of Los Angeles Deputy Executive Director Marketing and Customer Relations Speaker

08-11-2023 10:00 08-11-2023 10:30 Europe/Madrid Welcome Remarks Hall 2 | Plaza: Tomorrow.BlueEconomy

Wed 8 10:00h - 10:30h Hall 2 | Plaza: Tomorrow.BlueEconomy All Passes

13:00h

Panel Session | TOMORROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Innovation in Blue Economy

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator TV and Radio Presenter Master of Ceremonies

Karina Gibert Official College of Computer Engineering of Catalonia Dean Moderator

Oscar Pernia NextPort Co-Founder and Head of Technology & Innovation Speaker

Orestis Trasanidis EIT Community Director AI & Silicon Valley Hub Speaker

Oscar van Veen Port of Rotterdam Director Digital Innovations Speaker

Erwin Verstraelen Port of Antwerp-Bruges Chief Digital & Innovation Officer Speaker

Ann Carpenter Braid Theory Co-founder & CEO Speaker

08-11-2023 13:00 08-11-2023 13:45 Europe/Madrid Innovation in Blue Economy

As the world embraces digital transformation, innovation's role becomes central to global development. The Blue Economy is pivotal in smartly, efficiently, and sustainably transforming ports. New ICT infrastructures like 5G, IoT, and AI drive this change. The session delves into port innovation, unveiling fresh maritime solutions. Explore cutting-edge technologies reshaping the industry, empowering ports in the digital era. Discover AI's varied applications, optimizing logistics, enhancing supply chain visibility, and improving safety.

Hall 2 | Plaza: Tomorrow.BlueEconomy

Wed 8 13:00h - 13:45h Hall 2 | Plaza: Tomorrow.BlueEconomy All Passes