Join Us This October in Poland!

We are pleased to announce the DBTG Operational & Technical Conference 2025, taking place in the beautiful tri-city area of Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Sopot on the Baltic coast. This region offers a dynamic combination of maritime heritage, modern dry bulk terminals, and vibrant coastal life.

Programme Overview

Monday, 20 October 2025 – Terminal Visits

On the first day, we will visit three key bulk terminals in Gdynia and Gdańsk:
HES Gdynia Bulk Terminal, featuring the newly constructed grain warehouse at Śląskie Quay, Speed, Gdynia, a dynamic terminal known for its efficient operations and strong multimodal connections and Gdańsk Bulk Terminal (GBT). The day concludes with an evening welcome reception for networking and socializing with fellow industry colleagues.

Tuesday, 21 October & Wednesday, 22 October 2025 – Business Sessions

Business sessions will be held at the Sheraton Hotel Sopot, located right on the beach promenade.

Key Themes:
Although work in progress, we will certainly include following elements:

Safety
Technical changes in our operations.
Poland’s and Global Steel Industry Transformation
Poland as a Grain Hub and its position in the global grain world
Baltic Geopolitics & Dry Bulk Strategy

Why Attend?

High-level presentations and practical case studies
Expert panels and interactive sessions
Unique networking opportunities with terminal professionals from around the globe
First-class hospitality in a historic and forward-looking location

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM

Click here for the form

HOTEL REGISTRATION IN THE Sheraton Hotel Sopot

We have a room block in Sheraton Hotel Sopot. Book your hotel room with our special DBTG rate of 590 PLN per room per person (excluding tax). This rate is only for delegates of the DBTG Conference and can be taken between 18-23 October 2025.

You can use our hotellink.

GOLF TOURNAMENT-THE COOPER CUP

The DBTG Golf tournament takes place on Sunday 19th of October at the Sierra Golf Resort in Pętkowice.

You can register for the golf tournament via the Conference Registration Form.

Welcome
to DBTG

Connecting Dry Bulk Terminals Worldwide

The International Dry Bulk Terminals Group (DBTG) is the global network for dry bulk terminal professionals. A not-for-profit society open to all owners/operators of dry bulk terminals world-wide. Established in 1998 DBTG provides an effective forum and voice for a global, but highly fragmented, industry that is of critical importance to the seaborne trade and transportation of dry bulk commodities. We share operational best practices, promote safety innovations, and advocate for a greener future. In partnership with leading organizations like IMO, we advance standards in dry bulk handling. Join a global network committed to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.