Port Operations Management: Comprehensive Professional Program
Overview
Port Operations Management: Comprehensive Professional Program connects the commercial, operational and regulatory sides of shipping so teams can move cargo safely, efficiently and profitably. Over ten days it covers the full scope of the subject, from fundamentals to advanced practice, and ends with a workplace-based capstone project.
What you will be able to do
- Master Port Operations Management from fundamentals to advanced practice.
- Apply international maritime conventions (IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL), commercial shipping and contracts and port and terminal operations in integrated case studies.
- Design an improvement program covering safety, security and environmental compliance and cargo handling and documentation.
- Assess risk, cost and performance with recognised indicators.
- Complete a capstone project based on your own workplace.
- Present recommendations to management with confidence.
Who should attend
- Specialists and supervisors preparing to lead the function
- Port and terminal managers
- Shipping and chartering staff
- Marine superintendents and officers
- Logistics and freight professionals
Daily outline
- Day 1Introduction to Port Operations Management: concepts, terminology and standards
- Day 2International maritime conventions (IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL)
- Day 3Commercial shipping and contracts
- Day 4Port and terminal operations
- Day 5Vessel operations and maintenance
- Day 6Safety, security and environmental compliance
- Day 7Cargo handling and documentation
- Day 8Cost, performance and KPIs
- Day 9Digitalisation in shipping
- Day 10Capstone project presentations and final assessment
Sessions 2027–2030
| Dates | City | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18–29 January 2027 | DXBDubai | $8,500 | Register |
| 18–29 July 2027 | DOHDoha | $8,500 | Register |
| 4–8 October 2027 | WEB Online | $4,500 | Register |
| 13–24 March 2028 | DXBDubai | $8,500 | Register |
| 10–21 September 2028 | DOHDoha | $8,500 | Register |
| 4–8 December 2028 | WEB Online | $4,500 | Register |
| 19–23 March 2029 | WEB Online | $4,500 | Register |
| 3–14 June 2029 | MCTMuscat | $8,500 | Register |
| 3–14 December 2029 | DXBDubai | $8,500 | Register |
| 16–27 June 2030 | MCTMuscat | $8,500 | Register |
| 23–27 September 2030 | WEB Online | $4,500 | Register |
| 1–12 December 2030 | DOHDoha | $8,500 | Register |
The Port Operations Management series
Frequently asked questions
How much does Port Operations Management: Comprehensive Professional Program cost?
For the 10-day program the fee is US$4,500 per participant online or US$8,500 in the classroom.
Where and when is the course held?
Sessions run from 2027 to 2030 in Dubai, Doha and Muscat, and live online. See the session table above for exact dates.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who complete the course receive an SGT certificate of completion showing the training hours.
In which language is the course delivered?
Sessions are delivered in English or Arabic. Tell us your preferred language when you register.
Can SGT deliver this course in-house?
Yes. For groups we deliver the course at your premises in any city, with content adapted to your equipment and procedures.
How do I register?
Send the course name, city and dates on WhatsApp to +20 106 597 6553. We reply with booking confirmation and registration steps.