{"id":47392,"date":"2026-06-10T14:16:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T12:16:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aivp.org\/home\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T20:23:36","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T18:23:36","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aivp.org\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Founded in 1988, AIVP is an NGO that brings together urban and port stakeholders from around the world to envision and build sustainable, innovative, and responsible port cities<\/strong>, placing citizens at the heart of the effort.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Agenda 2030 by AIVP<\/h2>

Global Reference Framework<\/h3>

Ten commitments<\/strong> to guide port cities toward sustainable development<\/strong>, in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The AIVP Agenda 2030 serves as a strategic tool shared by the entire network. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Port Center Concept<\/h3><\/div>

Put citizens at the heart of city-port initiatives.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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AIVP North America<\/h3><\/div>

AIVP North America works closely with port cities in Canada, the United States, and Mexico through a dedicated program of activities.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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AIVP Antoine Rufenacht Award<\/h3><\/div>

Highlight outstanding city-port development projects in light of the AIVP Agenda 2030.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Our Services in 4 Concrete Steps<\/strong><\/h2>

Exclusively for members of the AIVP network.
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<\/svg><\/span>Access our strategic intelligence<\/span><\/h3>

AIVP conducts in-depth strategic monitoring and provides you with the key insights through a selection of high-quality content dedicated to port cities.<\/p>\n<\/div>Learn more<\/span><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div>

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<\/svg><\/span>Join a working group<\/span><\/h3>

Through a collaborative approach and creative sessions held via videoconference and on-site, the AIVP invites its members to work together and reflect on the port cities of the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>Learn more<\/span><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div>

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<\/svg><\/span>Receiving support<\/span><\/h3>

AIVP supports its members by providing unique international expertise through international benchmarks, thematic masterclasses, and stakeholder engagement.<\/p>\n<\/div>Learn more<\/span><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div>

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Through the \u201cSustainable Port Cities\u201d program, AIVP provides all the tools needed to transform a port city in a sustainable manner, in line with the vision of the AIVP Agenda 2030.<\/p>\n<\/div>Learn more<\/span><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div>

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News & Resources<\/strong><\/h2>

AIVP offers a showcase of excellence and serves as an indispensable source<\/strong> of analysis, resources, and inspiration dedicated to the future of port cities.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Nuclear energy as a lever for European ports<\/a><\/h3>

European ports are exploring nuclear energy as a lever for decarbonisation. A recent report, using the Port of Rotterdam (Netherlands) as a case study, concludes...<\/p>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>

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New Member Interview \u2013 Transport et Manutention Deschieter<\/a><\/h3>

Transports et manutention Deschieter is a multimodal logistics provider specialising in river and rail solutions, based in the heart of the port of Ghlin, Belgium....<\/p>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>

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AIVP and Port City Futures present the Green Shipping Corridors White Book<\/a><\/h3>

In this publication we gather complementary perspectives, discussing the foundations of GSCs, how they are being implemented in different regions of the world, their connection...<\/p>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Port-City collaboration discussed at the Atlantic Arc Commission General Assembly<\/a><\/h3><\/article>
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Diversifying Port Center funding: a closer look at sponsorship<\/a><\/h3><\/article>
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AIVP NA shines at Green Marine’s GreenTech Conference 2026<\/a><\/h3><\/article>
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AIVP Publishes Its 2025 Activity Report<\/a><\/h3><\/article><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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More than 150 best practices<\/strong>
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A valuable decision-making tool to help you implement the AIVP\u2019s 2030 Agenda in your region. Join the network<\/a> to access all the best practices!<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Amsterdam (Netherlands): A program to limit noise levels in the port<\/a><\/h3>
The Westpoort of Amsterdam launched the HoorbaarMinder, \u2018Hear the Difference\u2019, project to replace the reversing sounds made by trucks and other machines. The sound...<\/div>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>
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In Delfzijl (Netherlands), all options are on the table, including abandoning projects<\/a><\/h3>
In Delfzijl, the very close proximity between port activities (Groningen SeaPorts), industrial activities and the city centre makes for a particularly complex and challenging...<\/div>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>
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Rotterdam (Netherlands): Floating facilities and attractions in the port of Rotterdam<\/a><\/h3>
Case study The Recycled Island Foundation, later becoming Clean Rivers, employed the architectural studio GlodSmith in 2010 to design floating structures that could provide...<\/div>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>
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Rotterdam (Netherlands): 250 sensors for a safer port<\/a><\/h3>
The (W)E-nose network was installed in the port of Rotterdam to identify any pollution originating from port activities that could be harmful to the...<\/div>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>
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Amsterdam (Netherlands): Opting for a multi-use terminal<\/a><\/h3>
The Cruise Port Amsterdam has attracted over 3.8 million passengers since its inauguration in 2000, drawing visitors from all corners of the globe who...<\/div>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>
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Oslo (Norway): Parks between city and port<\/a><\/h3>
The Oslo City Council and Port Authority of Oslo co-developed a strategy for highlighting heritage structures in developing older port areas into urban spaces...<\/div>Read more<\/span><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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AIVP\u2019s Mission: To Reinvent the City-Port Relationship<\/h2><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Sharing and Solidarity<\/h3>

To share knowledge and information about the future of port cities and about ongoing and completed projects, both among port cities of all sizes and among countries on every continent.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Sustainable Development<\/h3>

Integrate sustainable development and environmental issues into the economic dynamics of ports, the quality of urban life, and the emergence of innovative industrial sectors.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Public Interest & Citizen Engagement<\/h3>

Involve citizens in urban and port development or redevelopment projects to combat the gentrification of waterfront and port areas and promote social inclusion.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Join AIVP to improve the relationship between cities and ports <\/strong><\/h2>

Join an international organization dedicated to promoting more sustainable, responsible, and innovative urban, port, and economic development, with citizens at the heart of its efforts.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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