Port Entrepreneurship International Congress

Port Entrepreneurship International Congress 2025

At Opentop, we’re getting ready for the 3rd edition of the Port Entrepreneurship International Congress (PEIC), taking place on October 22, 2025, in Valencia (Spain).

We’re currently building an exciting agenda, and we’ve just launched an open Call for Startups to select 20 innovative projects ready to revolutionize the port-logistics sector.

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Port Entrepreneurship International Congress 2024

Relive the groundbreaking Port Entrepreneurship International Congress (PEIC) 2024, held on October 23rd as part of the Valencia Digital Summit. This annual forum, organized by Opentop, the innovation hub of the Port of Valencia, brought together leading minds in port innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology.

The event featured engaging keynotes, dynamic panel discussions, and innovative startup pitches. Highlights included the announcement of Argentina’s SmartportLab joining the Port Innovators Network (PIN), key insights into port security and resilience strategies, and groundbreaking solutions for sustainability and decarbonization. Additionally, the role of public-private collaborations and venture capital in fostering innovation was a major focus.

Top industry experts and startups shared their visions for transforming port and logistics operations, emphasizing automation, clean energy, and supply chain efficiency. Attendees also explored collaborative opportunities through PIN, a global network advancing maritime innovation.

Dive into the moments that inspired the future of port entrepreneurship and discover why PEIC is a must-attend for innovators worldwide.

For a deeper look, watch the video summary of the event and join us in shaping the next wave of port innovation!

Port Entrepreneurship International Congress 2023

The Port Entrepreneurship International Congress, hosted by Opentop during the Valencia Digital Summit 2023, gathered 100+ port logistics leaders to explore innovation in the blue economy.

Key Highlights:

  • “Port Innovators Network” announced, linking ports of Hamburg, Halifax, and Valencia.
  • Presentations by experts from Wilson Sons, Telefónica Ventures, UNCTAD, and others focused on innovation, investment, and industry trends.
  • Startups like i4sea and NextPort.AI showcased solutions developed through Opentop’s programs.
  • Discussions on funding and investment featured entities like theDOCK and the European Commission.

Take a look at the video below to see more: 

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♻️ MARPORTS: Intrapreneurship and innovation for more sustainable port waste management

♻️ MARPORTS: Intrapreneurship and innovation for more sustainable port waste management

Jun 2, 2025

MARPORTS project has achieved the highest score in the intrapreneurship category of the Ports 4.0 Ideas call issued by Puertos del Estado. This smart solution for MARPOL waste management highlights the transformative power of intrapreneurship and the role of Opentop, Valenciaport’s open innovation hub, in supporting entrepreneurship within the port sector.