IAPH welcomes new climate and energy committee chair

Edvard Molitor of the Port of Gothenburg has been appointed as chairman of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) climate and energy committee at a time when ports are under greater pressure to reduce emissions.

He is head of international public affairs and sustainability at the Port of Gothenburg, representing the growing port in global organisations on sustainability, climate, and environmental issues.

As the new chair of the IAPH climate and energy committee, Mr Molitor said he has opportunities to push for a more sustainable maritime industry.

“IAPH is a key agenda setter, and as the ports’ voice within the IMO, we have the opportunity to influence and accelerate the implementation of new technologies to foster the international shipping sector’s sustainable transition,” Mr Molitor said.

“The entire industry needs to step up and increase the pace, and it is a great honour and inspiration to have been entrusted by the members to lead this work within IAPH and strengthen the ports’ collective voice.”

Mr Molitor is a member of the World Ports Climate Action Programme, a working group with activities around clean marine fuels and onshore power supply, and a board member of the IAPH Environmental Ship Index.