Conference on Green Transition in the Maritime and Port Sector

Ancona, May 28, 2025 – The city of Ancona hosted an important initiative dedicated to the green transition in the maritime and port sector: the conference titled “Climate Change: the maritime perspective, contributions from the Shipping industry and Ports in advancing towards the green transition.”. The event particularly focused on the challenges and opportunities generated by climate change. Co-organized by the Port Authority, the Marche Region, the Marche Chamber of Commerce, and the Municipality of Ancona, the conference saw the participation of CNR-IRBIM, which illustrated its contribution to research and innovation in this crucial field. The day was structured into two distinct panels, designed to involve both civil society and industry professionals. The morning panel, “Awareness and Dialogue with Citizens,” was open to citizens and university students, with the aim of increasing awareness of the effects of climate change and the role of the maritime sector in the energy transition. For CNR-IRBIM,Pierluigi Penna presented “The CNR’s contribution to the first marine CCS (Carbon Capture and Sequestration) project in Italy: ENI CCS Ravenna,” while Antonello Sala discussed “Technological innovations for the decarbonization of fishing in the Mediterranean and Black Sea.” Numerous speakers from the Università Politecnica delle Marche participated, introduced by the Magnificent Rector Gianluca Gregori and the Director of DVSP-Politecnica delle Marche Francesco Regoli, as well as the Director of IRBIM Gian Marco Luna. The Director of OGS, Paola Del Negro, also offered her valuable scientific contribution to the study of climate change. The afternoon panel, “In-depth Analysis and Interaction for the Sector,” was dedicated to maritime cluster professionals, both at local and national levels. This section allowed for interaction with the leaders of major category associations, including Confitarma, Assarmatori, Alis, Assocostieri, Assoporti, Federazione del Mare, as well as representatives from RINA, Fincantieri, AdSP of Ancona, and the Port Authority, in the presence of the Councillor for the Marche coast, Goffredo Brandoni.

The CNR-IRBIM played a central role in the initiative, presenting its scientific contribution to the ENI-CCA technological plant, its environmental compatibility, and monitoring methodologies. The event offered an overview of the reality of climate change, identifying the phenomenon and focusing on maritime transport and the port industry. The initiative was coordinated by the Port Authority and both the panels and the talk were moderated by journalist Morena Pivetti, with conclusions delivered by the Mayor of Ancona, Daniele Silvetti, preceded by a closing address from the President of the Region. Finally, the event concluded with a visit to the Gaia Blu, the CNR’s research vessel, for its first time in Ancona. Here is the link for the program, more information, and other press news. .

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