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Invitation to Two Hamburg Events in Mumbai | Ports in Conversation & Hamburg Evening Reception

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17 February 2026

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The Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Innovation of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, and co-organised by the Hamburg Representation Mumbai and Port of Hamburg Marketing, is delighted to invite you to:

Event 1: Ports in Conversation – Hamburg Meets Mumbai: Exclusive Workshop | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

This exclusive workshop will bring together senior representatives from ports, authorities, and terminal operators from Germany and India to exchange insights on the future of port operations and sustainable maritime collaboration.

 

Event Details:
Date: 17th February 2026
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Location: Mumbai

 

The workshop aims to foster sustainable port partnerships between Hamburg and Mumbai. The programme will feature high-level opening remarks and expert presentations from leading representatives of the Port of Hamburg ecosystem.

Key topics include Hamburg’s pathway to becoming a leading green port, including electrification, shore power and alternative fuels, as well as insights into future-ready ports, capacity-planning and resilience.

Event 2: Hamburg Evening Reception: Networking Reception with Delegation | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Following the workshop, you are also invited to join us for the Hamburg Evening Reception, hosted in honour of Senator Dr. Melanie Leonhard, Minister of Economy, Labour and Innovation, and her delegation to India.

 

Event Details
Date: 17th February 2026
Time: 6:00 – 10:00 PM
Location: Mumbai

 

The German business delegation comprises high-ranking stakeholders from ports and logistics, as well as the digital economy and artificial intelligence—key areas where Hamburg is driving innovation and shaping global standards. The reception offers a valuable opportunity to engage with key decision-makers and explore new Indo-German collaborations.

For more details and to register, please contact:

 

Important Registration Information: To register kindly write to the above email addresses to receive the registration link. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the event reaches full capacity, we will be unable to accommodate additional registrations. Kindly allow up to one week to receive your confirmation email. Please note that attendance at the evening reception is subject to receipt of the confirmation email. 

Tentative Programme for the Port in Conversation event
03:00 – 04:00Registration & Networking over Hi-Tea
04:00 – 04:05Welcome & Opening by the Moderator (Inga Gurries, Port of Hamburg Marketing)
04:05 – 04:15Opening Remarks by Senator Dr. Melanie Leonhard, Minister for Economics, Labour and Innovation, Hamburg (TBC)
04:15 – 04:20Opening Remarks by Hendrik Meyn, CEO, Port of Hamburg Marketing
04:20 – 04:30Opening Remarks (TBC)
04:30 – 04:50Keynote Presentation by Jens Meier, President, International Association of Ports & Harbors (IAPH) & CEO, Hamburg Port Authority
04:50 – 05:05Presentation by Simone Maraschi, Managing Director, Hamburg Cruise Gate (HCG)
05:05 – 05:20Presentation by Michael Blach, President, EUROGATE
05:20 – 05:35Presentation by Thomas Funk, Director Sales, HHLA
05:35 – 05:50

Panel Discussion: “Planning the Ports of Tomorrow: Capacity, Resilience and Sustainability”


Moderated by Mr. Rajiv Jalota (IAS), India Ports Association

Panellists:

  • Niels Wiecker, Director of Port and Logistics,
    Ministry of Economy, Labour and Innovation, Hamburg
  • Senior Representative from JNPA & MbPA (TBC)
05:50 – 06:00Q&A with the Audience

We look forward to welcoming you for an engaging and insightful dialogue.

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