PortTech Summit by COOCK Smart Port 2025

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The Beacon

Closing event of the COOCK smart Port 2025 Project

Stormkop

Smart Weeks

Smart Weeks is a series of events dedicated to exploring cutting-edge developments in smart city, smart port, smart mobility, and smart industry solutions.

The Coock Smart Port 2025 project comes to an end. Look back at what we have achieved and let us inspire you for a final time in this setting. We invite you to talk about innovation in the port and network with peers.PROGRAM13:00 – 13:30 Doors open13:30 - 13:45 Welcoming by Bart Verhoeven of imec-IDLab and Robin Pauwels of The Beacon13:45 - 14:20 Looking back on past projects<ul><li>POC Albertkanaal by Simon Van den Eynde of Qonic (former imec-IDLab)</li><li>POC Wind turbine modellering by Sofie Van Hoecke of imec-IDLab</li><li>POC nautical chain optimalisation by Valentin Carlan of University of Antwerp</li></ul>14:20 - 14:45 Originated COOCK projects from industry<ul><li>Sergio Barbarino, Senior Director Research Fellow at P&amp;G</li><li>Toon Wassenberg, Mobility Advisor at Siemens</li></ul>14:45 – 16:00 Break<ul><li>Demo fair &amp; matchmaking through Conversation Starter</li></ul>16:00 - 16:40 Keynotes<ul><li>Anne De Beule, Teamlead Intermodal at Haeger &amp; Schmidt Logistics - Sustainability Challenges for Logistics Service Providers</li><li>Jef Verbruggen, Product Owner FAST platform at Euronav - The <a href="https://www.codit.eu/nl/referenties/de-iot-oplossing-van-euronav-verbindt-schepen-met-de-wal-voor-meer-efficiency-en-minder-co2-uitstoot/#:~:text=Het%20FAST%20platform%20helpt%20Euronav,de%20kade%20en%20minder%20claims." title="https://www.codit.eu/nl/referenties/de-iot-oplossing-van-euronav-verbindt-schepen-met-de-wal-voor-meer-efficiency-en-minder-co2-uitstoot/#:~:text=Het%20FAST%20platform%20helpt%20Euronav,de%20kade%20en%20minder%20claims." target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">FAST platform</a> and collaboration with <a href="https://zeronorth.com/zeronorth-acquires-euronavs-fast-platform" title="https://zeronorth.com/zeronorth-acquires-euronavs-fast-platform" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ZeroNorth</a></li></ul>16:40 - 17:00 Closing word by Erik Mannens of imec-IDLab<ul><li>Impact of COOCK in numbers</li></ul>17:00 - 22:00 Networking with walking dinner, drinks and DJ ABOUT COOCK SMART PORT 2025This event is organized in the framework of the COOCK Smart Port 2025 project. This three-year program, funded by VLAIO, aims at disseminating the vast knowledge that the University of Antwerp and Imec have in terms of Model-Based Systems Engineering Artificial Intelligence, to the port and logistics community in Flanders. As part of this project, The Beacon is organizing activities and events at which tech companies, port, and logistics operators, and academia are represented._ ___________________________________________________________________________________________LOCATIONStormkop, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47c3f645cbc7b8ff:0x61d1395f266a4f7a?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiC-bC8tZ6EAxVdVqQEHbNKCJ4Q4kB6BAgOEAA" title="https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47c3f645cbc7b8ff:0x61d1395f266a4f7a?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiC-bC8tZ6EAxVdVqQEHbNKCJ4Q4kB6BAgOEAA" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Droogdokkenweg 4, 2030 Antwerpen</a>How to reach StormkopBy car - the nearest parking can be found at parking Rijnkaai - 10 minute walkBy tram - tram 7 until stop MAS - 12 minute walk // tram 24 until stop Londen - 12 minute walkBy bike - park your bike at the bike station at StormkopBy Velo - the nearest Velo-station is 223, Red Start Line - 5 minute walkEVENT DISCLAIMERNo-Show Fee: We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise that prevent you from attending the event after registering. However, please note that there is a no-show fee of 50EUR applicable for individuals who register but fail to attend without prior cancellation. This fee covers the costs incurred in planning, organizing, and reserving your seat. We kindly request that you inform us in advance if you are unable to attend to avoid any inconvenience.Photography and Recording: Please be aware that photographs, audio recordings, and/or video footage may be taken during the event. These visuals may be used for promotional and documentation purposes, both online and offline. By attending the event, you consent to the use of your image and voice in such materials. If you have any concerns or wish to refrain from being photographed or recorded, please inform our staff or event organizers at the registration desk.By completing your registration, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the above information. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines and look forward to welcoming you to our event.If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Head of Innovation Program at penelope@thebeacon.eu

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