Smart Ports & Logistics Transformation
2nd Edition North Africa Smart Infrastructure Week 2026
- 4 - 5 May 2026
- Four Seasons Hotel Rabat At Kasr Al Bahr, Morocco
Conference Agenda
Day 1
09:00 - 09:50
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
09:50 - 10:00
WELCOME NOTE BY THE CONFERENCE PRODUCER
10:00 - 10:20
SPECIAL REMARKS BY THE GUEST OF HONOUR
10:20 - 10:40
VISION 2030: MOROCCO’S SMART PORT & LOGISTICS STRATEGY”
- Why Morocco is redefining its port & logistics ecosystem
- Major policy drivers, regional trade outlook, sector goals
- How can Morocco’s ports become regional leaders in digital trade and logistics innovation?
10:40 - 11:00
VIP EXHIBITION TOUR
10:40 - 11:25
PANEL DISCUSSION| FROM PORT TO PLATFORM: THE RISE OF SMART PORT SYSTEMS IN MOROCCO
- How are Moroccan ports leveraging digital technologies to transform operations and improve efficiency?
- What role does real-time data and AI play in optimizing port logistics and cargo handling?
- How can Morocco set a benchmark for other African and Mediterranean ports in smart port innovation?
11:25 - 11:45
THE ROLE OF TANGER MED IN AFRICA-MEDITERRANEAN TRANSSHIPMENT & INDUSTRIAL LOGISTICS
- How is Tanger Med shaping regional trade between Africa and the Mediterranean?
- What strategies are being used to optimize transshipment and cargo throughput at Tanger Med?
- How can Tanger Med’s industrial logistics zones drive economic growth and attract investment in Morocco?
11:45 - 12:30
PANEL DISCUSSION| TERMINAL AUTOMATION & PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS – EFFICIENCY, THROUGHPUT & GREEN PORT OPERATIONS
- How can automation and AI boost port efficiency while reducing delays?
- What predictive analytics strategies can maximize cargo throughput and operational planning?
- How can green technologies and smart operations make Moroccan ports more sustainable and eco-friendlier?
12:30 - 12:40
INNOVATION SESSION
12:40 - 12:50
INNOVATION SESSION
12:50 - 13:00
INNOVATION SESSION
13:00 - 13:35
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
13:35 - 13:55
INTEGRATED LOGISTICS ZONES: CONNECTING PORTS, INLAND FREE-ZONES & SMART CORRIDORS”
- How can integrated logistics zones streamline the movement of goods from ports to inland hubs?
- What role do smart corridors play in boosting trade efficiency and regional connectivity?
- How can Morocco’s logistics integration model attract investment and strengthen supply chains
13:55 - 14:15
NEXT STEPS FOR MOROCCO’S LOGISTICS & SMART PORT ROADMAP: STRATEGIES FOR THE FUTURE”
- How can Morocco’s ports and logistics hubs continue to innovate and lead in regional trade by 2030?
- What are the critical steps to integrate digital platforms, green technologies, and smart corridors across ports and inland logistics zones?
- How can public-private partnerships and investment strategies accelerate the development of Morocco’s smart port and logistics ecosystem?
14:15 - 14:35
THE FUTURE OF PORTS: AI, DIGITAL RISK, AND SEAMLESS INTEROPERABILITY
- How can Single-Window innovations like Portnet evolution break bureaucratic barriers and redefine port efficiency in North Africa?
- Are ports ready to fend off cyberattacks, or are digital risks silently crippling their ecosystems?
- How can AIoT and predictive analytics turn ports into smart, self-optimizing hubs—before competitors leave them in the dust?
14:35 - 14:40
CLOSING REMARKS
14:40 - 15:40
NETWORKING LUNCHEON & END OF DAY ONE
Day 2
09:15 - 10:10
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:10 - 10:20
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:20 - 10:30
WELCOME NOTE BY THE CONFERNCE PRODUCER
10:30 - 10:50
GREEN PORTS & ZERO-EMISSION LOGISTICS: MOROCCO’S SUSTAINABLE TRADE GATEWAY”
- How can Morocco’s ports become leaders in zero-emission and sustainable logistics operations?
- What role do green technologies like solar power and eco-friendly cranes play in transforming port efficiency?
- How can sustainable trade practices at ports drive economic growth while protecting the environment?
10:50 - 11:10
IOT, BIG DATA & AI IN PORT OPERATIONS: FROM DOCKSIDE TO DIGITAL TWIN
- How can IoT sensors and real-time data improve operational efficiency at Moroccan ports?
- What role does AI play in predictive maintenance and optimizing cargo flow from dockside to digital twin models?
- How can big data analytics help ports anticipate demand, reduce congestion, and enhance decision-making?
11:10 - 11:55
PANEL DISCUSSION| SMART GATE SYSTEMS & REAL-TIME FLOW MANAGEMENT IN MOROCCAN PORTS
- How can smart gate systems reduce congestion and speed up cargo movement at Moroccan ports?
- What real-time flow management strategies can optimize terminal operations and improve efficiency?
- How can digital tracking and automation enhance security and transparency across port logistics?
11:55 - 12:25
FIRESIDE CHAT | SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE & REGIONAL CONNECTIVITY – MOROCCO’S ROLE BETWEEN EUROPE & AFRICA”
- How can Morocco strengthen its supply chains to ensure resilience against disruptions and climate risks?
- What strategies can enhance Morocco’s role as a logistics bridge between Europe and Africa?
- How can technology and smart infrastructure improve regional trade efficiency and connectivity?
12:25 - 12:35
INNOVATION SESSION
12:35 - 12:45
INNOVATION SESSION
12:45 - 12:55
INNOVATION SESSION
12:55 - 13:20
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
13:20 - 13:40
LOGISTICS INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMS: START-UPS, FINTECH, BLOCKCHAIN & PORT-LOGISTICS COLLABORATION
- How can start-ups and tech innovators drive disruption and efficiency in Morocco’s logistics sector?
- What role can blockchain and fintech solutions play in enhancing transparency and trust across port operations?
- How can collaboration between ports, logistics players, and tech ecosystems accelerate Morocco’s smart logistics transformation?
13:40-14:00
CUSTOMS, SECURITY & DATA MANAGEMENT: BUILDING TRUST IN SMART LOGISTICS PLATFORMS
- How can digital customs and security systems streamline trade while ensuring compliance and safety?
- What role does data management play in creating transparency and trust across Morocco’s logistics networks?
- How can smart logistics platforms balance efficiency, security, and stakeholder collaboration
14:00-14:20
SCALING SMART PORTS & LOGISTICS TRANSFORMATION ACROSS NORTH AFRICA: WHAT’S NEXT?
- How can Morocco’s smart port model be replicated to transform logistics across North Africa?
- What strategies will drive cross-border collaboration and regional trade integration?
- How can innovation, technology, and sustainable practices shape the next generation of African logistics hubs?
14:20 - 14:30
CLOSING REMARKS
14:30 - 15:30
NETWORKING LUNCHEON & END OF DAY TWO