Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) pushes for smarter, greener port at PIANC
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has called for smarter, greener and more sustainable port development
enya Ports Authority (KPA) has called for smarter, greener and more sustainable port development as maritime industry leaders meet in Brisbane, Australia, for the Permanent International Association of Navigation Congresses (PIANC) conference, with discussions focused on innovation, resilience, capacity planning and the future of maritime infrastructure.
Chief Executive Officer Capt. William Ruto led the Kenya Ports Authority delegation that also included General Managers Eng. Julius Tai (Engineering Services) and Mr. Edward Kamau (Corporate Services), Marketing Manager, Ms. Miriam Mwakundia to the forum that provided a platform for sharing knowledge, exploring emerging trends and identifying practical solutions to the challenges facing the shipping and maritime sector.
The conference further created an opportunity for KPA to exchange knowledge, benchmark Kenya’s port development against international practices and strengthen professional networks. Under the theme “Connecting and Sharing among Oceania and Asia-Pacific Neighbours,” the forum observed key issues in port development, maritime infrastructure and regional connectivity, including pilotage, future port capacity planning, mobile power systems, nature-positive infrastructure and resilient port development.
PIANC President Mr. Francisco Esteban Lefler also emphasized the need for greater cooperation in a rapidly changing environment during the official opening.
He further called on stakeholders to work together in finding solutions while sharing knowledge, innovation and talent to address emerging challenges in the maritime sector. Building on this call for collaboration, the conference sessions will also examine how ports can anticipate future demand, improve operational efficiency and adopt data-driven approaches to infrastructure investment. For Kenya, these discussions are directly relevant to the country’s development agenda and the transformation of the Port of Mombasa into a modern, efficient and sustainable regional maritime gateway.
The focus on capacity, innovation, resilience and sustainability reinforced the need for Kenya to ensure that port infrastructure keeps pace with regional trade growth while supporting the country’s broader economic development ambitions.
