Shipping Arabia, October 17, 2026 – Lebanon’s Port of Tripoli participated in the launch of the IMEC Ports Club in New Delhi, India, on October 6, 2026. The initiative brings together ports and maritime organizations from several countries to strengthen international cooperation, trade connectivity and coordination across transport networks.
The Port of Tripoli was represented by its Chairman of the Board, Eng. Iskandar Bandali. During the meeting, participating organizations signed a joint declaration establishing a voluntary and open framework for cooperation and coordination among the ports involved.
Port of Tripoli Joins International Ports in Signing IMEC Declaration
Alongside the Port of Tripoli, the declaration was signed by several major ports and maritime organizations representing countries across the Middle East, Europe and Asia.
The participating organizations included the Port of Beirut in Lebanon, Port of Duqm in Oman, Port of Marseille Fos in France, Cyprus Ports Authority, the Eastern Adriatic Sea Ports Network Authority representing Italy’s Port of Trieste, Hellenic Ports in Greece, and Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) in India.
The declaration establishes a collaborative framework through which participating ports can strengthen dialogue, exchange expertise and explore opportunities for joint initiatives. Its voluntary and open structure provides a basis for cooperation across several areas of port operations, international transport and trade.
IMEC Ports Club to Focus on Connectivity and Supply Chain Cooperation
The IMEC Ports Club aims to strengthen cooperation among participating ports in areas including maritime connectivity, supply chains, trade facilitation and trade procedures.
The initiative also identifies energy, emissions reduction, digital transformation and data exchange as areas for potential joint activities. Through cooperation in these fields, participating organizations aim to improve the efficiency, resilience and sustainability of international transport and trade.
The framework encourages the exchange of operational knowledge and experience among ports while providing opportunities to explore collaborative initiatives related to logistics connectivity and the modernization of transport and trade processes.
Port of Tripoli Seeks Stronger Regional and International Position
According to the Port of Tripoli, its participation in the IMEC Ports Club reflects its commitment to strengthening its position within regional and international transport and trade networks.
The port also aims to expand its relationships with international ports and explore cooperation opportunities that could support its development and strengthen its connections with the wider maritime industry.
Furthermore, the Port of Tripoli views its involvement in the initiative as an opportunity to pursue cooperation that could benefit the port itself, contribute to the Lebanese economy and serve the country’s broader national interests.
Through its participation in the IMEC Ports Club, the Port of Tripoli will be part of a framework for dialogue and coordination with other participating ports on connectivity, supply chains, trade facilitation and sustainable transport.
Source: Port of Tripoli
