decarbonising
the future.
About DTF

about.

DTF positions ports at the intersection of maritime regulation, national grids and energy systems, and moves the conversation from shore power compliance to integrated, resilient energy infrastructure.

A conference of progress

DTF is where shore power meets the energy systems required to make maritime electrification work at scale. Over two days, delegates from 30+ countries convene at the Valletta Gateway Terminal to deploy, stabilise, scale, integrate, finance and operate the infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s ports.

1,500+
International delegates
70+
Exhibition booths
60+
Industry speakers
30+
Countries represented
Ports · Power · PartnershipsThree pillars, one mission
ports.

Shore power at scale, peak load management, energy resilience. The real operational challenges ports face when ships plug in.

power.

Grid capacity, wind integration, battery energy storage, digital twins. The energy systems that must operate behind every berth.

partnerships.

Bankable infrastructure, PPP models, long term returns. Financing frameworks that turn policy mandates into deployed infrastructure.

Who should attendBuilt for decision makers
01PolicymakersPolicy deadlines vs grid reality, infrastructure delivery, cost allocation
02Port authoritiesShore power at scale, peak load management, energy resilience
03Shipowners24/7 OPS reliability, ship readiness vs port readiness
04Utilities & TSOsGrid congestion, flexibility, load forecasting
05InvestorsBankable infrastructure, PPP models, long term returns
06Infrastructure developersProject delivery, modular systems, construction timelines
07Energy providersWind integration, storage deployment, grid services
08Legal & regulatoryPermitting, grid codes, cross border frameworks
Cruise ship berthed at the Valletta Gateway Terminal
The venue

Valletta Gateway Terminal.

At the entrance to the Grand Harbour, with direct access to the port, conference facilities and exhibition space for 70+ booths. The natural place to connect the maritime and energy sectors.

DTF 2025 highlights
DTF 2025 panel
DTF 2025 panellist
DTF 2025 technology panel
FAQ

Questions,
answered.