Laurent
Dupuis.
Laurent Dupuis is VP Head of Product Management at Cavotec — a pioneer in shore power for over 40 years and a contributor to the international standards behind it. He is responsible for the company's electrification and automation portfolio (including shore power, e-vessel charging, crane electrification and automated mooring) across ports, maritime and heavy industry, and leads the team of product managers defining market strategy, roadmap and product development for these lines.
Laurent brings 20 years of experience in the electrical equipment industry, spanning engineering, innovation, marketing and sales. His focus is the gap between regulatory ambition and what ports can realistically deploy — turning proven technology into repeatable, scalable installations rather than one-off engineering projects.
Since 2024 he has served on the board of EOPSA, the European Onshore Power Supply Association, where he contributes to industry education, the sharing of expertise and best practice, and advocacy for policy that accelerates shore power deployment.
The Theory of the Perfect Onshore Power Supply Project: From Research to Reality
The keynote will examine what is required to deliver a successful onshore power supply project from initial research through long-term operation. Drawing on Cavotec’s experience of more than 150 installations across 40 years, Laurent will structure the project journey around four phases: Research: Understanding vessel profiles, berth operations, power requirements, standards, infrastructure limitations and future demand. Tender: Producing clear specifications, allocating responsibilities and managing technical and commercial risk. Execution: Coordinating stakeholders, installation, testing and commissioning while protecting normal port operations. Adaptation: Preparing the system for changing fleets, technologies, regulations and operational requirements. The central argument is that a successful OPS project is not simply an equipment installation. It requires the early alignment of technology, port infrastructure, vessel requirements, operational realities and stakeholder responsibilities.
