A new survey of ports shows suggest that, despite regulatory changes and geopolitical challenges, a majority remain committed to long-term decarbonisation goals.
The latest edition of the IAPH World Ports Tracker 2026 shows more than half of responding ports have publicly declared carbon neutrality targets ahead of 2050, while investment in infrastructure for low- and zero-carbon marine fuels has continued to grow. LNG bunkering is now being used in around one-third of ports surveyed.
The report – which gives an overview of sustainability and risks in the global ports sector – covers feedback from ports handling more than 8.6 billion tonnes of maritime cargo. It also includes data on container port productivity and liner connectivity from UN Trade and Development, MDS Transmodal, and S&P Global.
More information on the report, including a summary presentation and video overview, is available here: World Ports Tracker 2026 information page