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The world is at a decisive moment in the fight against climate change, and one of the sectors most under pressure is transportation. From aviation to maritime, from road freight to urban mobility, the industry is seeking solutions to cut emissions, adopt clean energy, and transition toward a sustainable, low-carbon future.

Against this backdrop, the The Maritime Standard is proud to host the Transportation and Climate Change Conference (TACCC 2025) on 25th September 2025 at Saadiyat Rotana Resort, Abu Dhabi. This global gathering will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and sustainability experts to chart actionable pathways for net-zero mobility systems.

Spotlight on Session 2: Innovations & Technology for Decarbonized Mobility

One of the most anticipated highlights of TACCC 2025 is Session 2: Innovations & Technology for Decarbonized Mobility.

This session will explore how artificial intelligence (AI), automation, predictive analytics, and data-driven logistics are transforming transportation. The focus is on practical technologies that directly contribute to decarbonization, such as:

• Smart Fleet Management: Real-time monitoring and optimization to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
• Green Ports and Terminals: The rise of onshore power supply (OPS), electrified cargo handling, and automated logistics systems that minimize carbon footprints.
• Sustainable Ship Design & Retrofitting: Advanced engineering and carbon capture solutions enabling cleaner maritime operations.
• AI-Powered Logistics: Predictive systems to improve operational efficiency and reduce empty miles in global supply chains.

These innovations are not just futuristic ideas—they are scalable, deployable solutions that can transform the industry and accelerate the path to net-zero transport systems.

Expert Line-Up: Leaders Shaping the Future

Session 2 will feature a powerhouse panel of global leaders in transport and sustainability, including:

• Capt. Saif Al Mheiri – CEO, Abu Dhabi Maritime & Chief Sustainability Officer, AD Ports Group
• Ali Shehab – Global Director, Special Projects and Services, DNV
• Dr. Abdullah Sulaiman Al-Abri – VP Sustainability, SOHAR Port and Freezone
• Imran S. Inamdar – COO, Drydocks World
• Theo Xenakoudis – Chief Commercial Officer, International Registries, Inc.
• Fadi Elamin – CEO & Founder, MySkies Aviation
• Katherine Yakunchenkova – General Manager, Al Safina Security
• Dr. Alejandro Ríos-Galván – Independent Sustainability Consultant & Former Director of Bioenergy Research, Khalifa University
• Kumaran Ul Haq - Global Senior Vice President, Lloyd’s Register
• Abdul Fahl - Director, TTMS (Gulf)

This diverse lineup reflects the multi-modal approach to transportation decarbonization, uniting expertise from maritime, aviation, logistics, engineering, and policy.

Why Attend TACCC 2025?

By joining TACCC 2025, delegates will:

• Discover the latest technologies in sustainable transportation.
• Network with decision-makers, innovators, and investors driving climate action.
• Explore real-world solutions to cut emissions across maritime, aviation, road, and rail sectors.
• Access exclusive sponsorship and partnership opportunities to position their brand at the heart of the global green mobility movement.

The Maritime Standard: Championing Innovation and Sustainability

The Maritime Standard has long been recognized as a platform that celebrates excellence, innovation, and sustainability across the transport and maritime sectors. Through events like TACCC, TMS continues to bring together the brightest minds and most impactful organizations to collaborate on building a resilient, climate-smart future.

As the pressure to meet global climate goals intensifies, collaboration between industries, governments, and innovators is more vital than ever. TACCC 2025 and its Session on Innovations & Technology for Decarbonized Mobility will be a milestone moment—spotlighting the solutions that can reshape global transportation and pave the way toward a cleaner, greener planet.

The future of mobility is decarbonized, digital, and sustainable. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation.

Explore the full TACCC 2025 Conference Program