Black Sea Ports and Logistics 2026, the leading event for the Black Sea region's maritime, port and logistics sectors, will take place on June 9-11, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Piyalepaşa. The event will be hosted by YILPORT Holding, with TURKLİM as strategic partner.
Strategically located at the intersection of Europe and Asia, Istanbul connects Black Sea, Mediterranean and international shipping routes and plays a vital role in regional and global trade. The city's maritime heritage and growing logistics ecosystem make it a fitting venue for a gathering focused on strengthening port infrastructure, improving regional connectivity and building supply chain resilience across the Black Sea.
The event opens with an exclusive technical visit to leading port and logistics facilities, giving registered attendees on-site exposure to operational excellence and innovative technologies shaping the future of seaborne trade. Over the following two days the conference will host an extensive programme of expert presentations and panels featuring more than 40 international speakers and bringing together over 400 senior decision-makers, including public authorities, port operators, terminal managers, shipowners, cargo owners and logistics service providers.
With a strong focus on the Black Sea region's evolving trade dynamics, the conference will address port digitalisation, sustainable maritime transport, terminal expansions, hinterland connectivity and the development of resilient supply chains. Organisers position the event as one of the region's most influential sector gatherings.
Key Takeaways:
1. Black Sea Ports and Logistics 2026 will be held on June 9-11, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Piyalepaşa.
2. YILPORT Holding hosts the conference with TURKLİM as the strategic partner.
3. The event is expected to attract more than 40 international speakers and over 400 senior decision-makers.
4. Programme themes include port digitalisation, sustainable maritime transport, terminal expansions and resilient supply chains.
5. Organisers position the conference as a high-level platform for trade collaboration and sectoral dialogue across the Black Sea corridor.
