Flexible Vessels. Smarter Waterways.
Tuesday, 24 November 2026 | A Poppa, Eilandkaai, Ghent, Belgium
About the Event
Join us for the joint final conference of the AUTOFLEX and FOREMAST projects: two EU Horizon Europe initiatives shaping the future of autonomous inland waterway transport.
The event brings together technology developers, transport operators, regulators and policymakers for a full day of presentations, live demonstrations and panel discussions on the next steps for autonomous inland shipping in Europe.
Programme
Session 1 : How Do Small Autonomous Vessels Enable Modal Shift?
Panel discussion and presentations on the role of autonomous vessels in shifting freight from road to water.
Session 2 : Autonomous Vessels in Action: Technology and Demonstrations
Live demonstrations, digital twins and autonomy stack results from both projects.
Session 3 : From Research to Market: Business Models, Policy & Standardisation
Pathways to commercialisation, regulatory frameworks and what comes next.
Full agenda available soon.
Practical Information
📅 Date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
📍 Venue: A Poppa, Eilandkaai, Ghent, Belgium
🎟️ Attendance is free of charge
📋 Registration is mandatory deadline: 10 November 2026
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Agenda