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19 August 2026

Belfast Harbour joins global network to drive port innovation

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Belfast Harbour joins global network to drive port innovation

Northern Ireland Maritime and Offshore (NIMO), supported by Belfast Harbour, has joined the Port Innovators Network (PIN), expanding the global network focused on innovation and knowledge sharing across the ports sector. The PIER, a founding member of PIN, said NIMO will bring expertise from industry, government and academia, including autonomous systems, offshore renewables, port technology […] The post Belfast Harbour joins global network to drive port innovation appeared first on Port Technology International .

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