IAPH and CLIA strengthen ties on sustainability, shore power and future-ready port planning

​The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in an effort to strengthen cooperation on sustainability, shore power and future-ready port planning.

The MoU covers several areas of cooperation, focusing on industry regulation and bilateral exchange of information on technical capabilities, environmental initiatives, technical collaboration and sustainability best practices.

As explained, it reflects a shared intent to make it easier for the organizations to share practical know-how and learn from each other while fully respecting local authority, community engagement, and regulatory processes.

Specifically, the MOU aims to encourage:

• Information exchange: Share knowledge and guidance on technical and technological innovations including shore power (OPS) technology and energy management, smart infrastructure and port operations management at the ship-to-shore interface.
• Sustainability knowledge sharing: Encourage submissions by cruise ports and terminals to the IAPH World Ports Sustainability Program database.
• Voluntary alignment: Encourage use of Environmental Ship Index (ESI) and other tools that reward verified performance and may improve utilization of available shore power.
• Constructive timing: Stay informed and aligned on regulatory developments at the IMO and,