PIANC Australia & New Zealand

Bringing together experts on technical, economic, environmental and planning issues pertaining to waterborne transport infrastructure.

Established in 1885, PIANC is the leading global knowledge partner for governments and the private sector in the design, development and maintenance of ports, waterways and coastal areas. As a non-political and non-profit organisation, PIANC brings together the best international experts on technical, economic and environmental issues pertaining to waterborne transport infrastructures.

At the core of PIANC’s mission is the publication of high-quality Technical Reports produced by international Working Groups composed of expert participants from multiple member countries. Through our many conferences and events we bring people together in the ports and maritime communities for knowledge sharing, learning and networking.

PIANC Australia and New Zealand is one of the largest of the 28 recognised National Sections within PIANC International.

7 reasons to join

Get connected to expert guidance and technical advice Gain open access to advanced technological information Address climate change issues Team up with industry decision makers Be active in Working Groups, Commissions and National Sections Come aboard the Young Professional Community Become part of our international network

Latest AU-NZ News

Call out for Working Group 273 Maintenance Dredging in IW

New PIANC Inland Navigation Commission (InCom) – call out for members of WG273 Optimised Maintenance Dredging Volumes in Inland Waterways. Interested? Please apply! Maintenance dredging is essential to preserve the navigability of inland waterways in many parts of the world. In major river systems, dredging is a recurring intervention required

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Congratulations Jordan Wolfe for PIANC DP-W Award 2026

We are thrilled to announce that active PIANC AU-NZ member Jordan Wolfe has received the prestigious PIANC International De Paepe-Willems Award for 2026. Jordan is a maritime structural engineer from WA who has worked in the ports and marine sector of Australia over the past decade. This major PIANC award

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PIANC About Us – new video!

Congratulations to PIANC HQ for their new video about the work, vision and impact of PIANC International. The video was officially premiered at the AGA 2026 in Hull. The video highlights PIANC’s global mission, our international community of experts, and our commitment to advancing sustainable waterborne transport infrastructure worldwide. 🌍⚓

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Submit your abstract for the PIANC De Paepe-Willems Award 2027:

🏆 Gain international recognition
🌍 Share your knowledge with the global PIANC community
💡 Contribute to the future of waterborne transport infrastructure
💰 Win a nice monetary prize

#PIANC #DePaepeWillemsAward

For more than a century, PIANC has connected experts worldwide to share technical expertise, drive innovation, and strengthen the global network shaping ports, waterways, and maritime infrastructure.

Here’s to 141 years of knowledge, collaboration, and connections! 🌍⚓🥳

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