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title: "TOPnews #6 | Opportunities, Trends & Innovations in Port Logistics"
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Discover new trends and innovations in port logistics at upcoming events! ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­    ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­  

| View in browser  PEIC 2026: Call for Startups is Open to Join the Port Entrepreneurship International Congress   Opentop has officially opened the call for startups to take part in PEIC 2026, the international reference congress in port entrepreneurship and innovation, taking place in Valencia, Spain, on October 20–21. Up to eighteen startups will be selected to join a unique event for visibility, growth, and networking, connecting with port authorities, corporations, and venture capital investors from around the world.   Applications are open until July 13. More info & register     9 International Startups Selected for the 6th Valenciaport Hackathon   Opentop has revealed the nine international startups (from Spain, Singapore, Norway and the Netherlands) selected to take part in the 6th Valenciaport Hackathon, taking place on 30 June and 1 July. Chosen from more than 40 applications, the startups will spend two days co-creating pilot solutions with three challenger companies (Hitachi Energy, VPI Logística and the Innovation Committee of Valenciaport) tackling energy management, smart access and mobility, and disruption response. Winners will receive cash prizes (€6,000 first prize and €3,000 second prize, awarded by Fundación Juan Arizo Serrulla) and access to PEIC.   Want to know who they are? Read the full story      Opentop boosts global open innovation on Halifax visit with PIN   Opentop recently traveled to Halifax, Canada, to push its open innovation agenda forward, scout international opportunities, and deepen its connections within the Port Innovators Network (PIN). The visit brought together fellow PIN members Port Esbjerg and the Port of San Diego, with The PIER (Port of Halifax) acting as host. Over a few packed days, the team toured The Pier's facilities, connected with fellow PIN members, and took the stage as a speaker at the Home-2-Overseas Conference. The trip wrapped up with a visit to COVE Demoday, a showcase of cutting-edge marine and dual-use technologies in action. Curious about the full story? Dive into the article for all the details     Opportunity to Pitch Your Solution to CMA CGM   The CMA CGM Startup Awards are open. This is your chance to pitch your solution directly to a global leader in supply chain, collaborate with industry experts, and unlock the opportunity for global deployment of your technology. Don't miss your moment to apply and be part of the next wave of innovation. Apply before August 7th.   More info   Valencia Startups: Municipal Funding for Your Investment   The València City Council's Entrepreneurship Service has opened its 2026 Municipal Investment Grant for Entrepreneurship, offering up to €2,500 covering 100% of eligible investment costs for freelancers and small businesses based in the municipality of València. Apply before June 30.   More info   Meet the ecosystem  Meet the Ecosystem: Discover Gandolapp's Story   Want to know what it takes to build a startup that's transforming the logistics sector? In this edition of Meet the Ecosystem, we sit down with José Manuel Juan, CEO of Gandolapp to talk about their journey, the challenges of innovating in logistics, and what's next for their solution. Don't miss this inspiring conversation. Read the full interview now and discover the people driving innovation in our ecosystem.   Read the full interview EVENTS Date Event Jun 30–Jul 1 Valenciaport Hackathon Valencia More info Jul 2 FOCUS PYME CEEI Valencia More info Jul 2 Clausura Master Logística Portuaria Valencia More info Jul 8–10 Alhambra Ventures Granada More info Sep 1–4 SMM Hamburg More info Sep 2–4 Asia Fruit Logistica Hong Kong More info Sep 4–6 Sail GP Valencia Valencia More info Sep 15–17 Seatrade Europe Hamburg More info Sep 17 Somos conecta CEEI Valencia More info Sep 22–23 Al Andalus Venture Seville More info Sep 28 Smart Maritime Annual Meeting (SMAGIC) Copenhagen More info Sep 28–Oct 1 Cevisama Valencia More info Opentop Hub, Sede APV - Edificio III, Avda. del Muelle del Turia, s/n, Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana 46024, Spain, +34 96 393 94 00 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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