This 20th edition is being organized in partnership with the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), New York City’s economic development agency. NYCEDC is leading an ambitious project to transform New York’s port-city interface, which we will have the opportunity to discover in greater detail and which will undoubtedly be a source of inspiration for conference participants.

Navigating Change: Innovating Ports, Cities and Climate
From November 18 to 21, 2025, in New York, the 20th World Conference Cities and Ports will bring together stakeholders and experts to envision more resilient port cities in the face of climate change, economic challenges, and global transformations.