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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.

The PIANC Profile

Learn more about PIANC AU-NZ and how we assist industries, communities and the environment in our various capacities.

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Find out more about becoming a member of PIANC AU-NZ. You can also purchase a membership online through our new facilities.

EVENTS

PIANC AU-NZ hosts a variety of networking and technical events for national, regional and global audiences, many now online. Check them out.

Corporate Members

PIANC AU-NZ welcomes corporate members - it's a great way to connect your staff with our services. View our current list.

Working Groups

View our range of current and upcoming working groups and learn more about each of the programs, aims and outcomes.

Regional Chapters

Learn more about the PIANC AU-NZ Regional Chapters today and get connected!

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

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Latest AU-NZ News

The best things in life are free

15 January 2026

The best things in life are free, as are many of PIANC’s publications! Several important climate change and decarbonisation reports and technical notes are available for FREE from PIANC International. See our list below. PTGCC 2: Climate Change Costs to Ports and Waterways: Scoping the Business Case Assessment for Investment

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From Strategy to Reality: PIANC AU-NZ Seminar

24 November 2025

Short video and presenters slides available! In August 2025 PIANC AU-NZ hosted a one-day pre-Coasts&Ports Conference Seminar in Adelaide – dedicated to the practical implementation of decarbonisation and ESG strategies in port and maritime operations and infrastructure. Attendees came from Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Vietnam. “PIANC is all

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Leadership changes in PIANC NZ

6 November 2025

Kia ora koutou katoa,Ngā manaakitanga mō te tau 2025! We’ve had a great year in the PIANC NZ Chapter, hosting six popular events with a total of over 450 participants! Twenty industry presenters shared their knowledge and experience with our community in person and online, we contributed two webinars to PIANC

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8 Jan

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7 Jan

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