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Safety Village theatre at TOC Europe 2026

Showcasing the best of port safety innovation with a jam-packed schedule focused on risk management

Discover the #SafetyVillage

TOC Worldwide, TT Club, and ICHCA International have teamed up to champion safety in cargo handling.

The TT Club Safety Award is the centrepiece between TT Club and ICHCA that celebrates safety innovation, which leads to the Safety Village at TOC Europe—sponsored by TT Club and in collaboration with ICHCA – an industry platform that spotlights and showcases the latest safety solutions shaping port operations. You can find us at stand D10.

Why Visit the Safety Village?

Gives safety a platform in the transport and logistics industry

Uncovers common safety concerns in the industry

Matches safety problems with innovative solutions

Matches safety problems with innovative solutions

Featured Speakers  

Johan Bjerstedt

Sales & Marketing Manager
Fogmaker International AB

Ray Eagle

Director of Safety, Health, Environment & Quality,
Doyle Shipping Group – Ireland 

James Hookham

Director
Global Shippers Forum

Joison Joy

Claims Adjuster
Collyers TMA

Must-Attend Sessions Covering Safety


TUESDAY, 19TH MAY (12.00 – 12.15)

Opening Safety Remarks: What Keeps You Awake at Night?

This panel will delve into the diverse safety challenges faced by the port labour force, which vary based on factors such as geographic location, weather, terminal size, and equipment. Through a partnership between TOC Worldwide, TT Club, and ICHCA, data has been collected to map safety trends across ports and terminals, offering insights into regional and contextual differences. The session aims to foster dialogue, share experiences, and identify solutions to common safety issues.

Key discussion points include:

  • Identifying the most common safety concerns across ports and terminals.
  • Exploring how safety priorities differ by region and terminal size.
  • Addressing the industry's top safety challenge with a "magic wand" approach.

TUESDAY, 19TH MAY (12.15 – 13.00)

A Tranversal Approach To Safety Performance At Ports And Terminals

This panel will explore the complexities of defining and implementing safety at ports and terminals, addressing the need for clear KPIs to benchmark safety performance and develop actionable strategies. By adopting a differentiated-tier approach and quantifiable safety pillars, the industry can enhance safety while maintaining operational efficiency.

Key discussion points include:

  • Collaborating across departments to integrate safety into overall business operations.
  • Establishing safety verticals with measurable indicators to track performance.
  • Collecting data to identify risks and design effective mitigation strategies.
  • Engaging the workforce to uncover systemic safety issues.
  • Transitioning from reactive to preventive safety measures at ports and terminals.

WEDNESDAY, 20TH MAY (11.00 - 11.45)

Cargo Integrity, Safety & Compliance

This panel will address critical concerns about cargo integrity and personnel safety, shared by port staff, shippers, and cargo owners. The Cargo Integrity Group highlights risks posed by certain cargoes under specific conditions, such as reactive hazards, fire risks, and spills, emphasising the importance of proper packing standards and handling protocols.

Key discussion points include:

  • Identifying high-risk cargoes and conditions that increase safety hazards.
  • Addressing major cargo integrity concerns for BCOs at ports and exploring countermeasures.
  • Collaborating with customs and inspection agents to ensure compliance and cargo integrity.
  • Establishing protocols for packing and container handling to safeguard cargo and personnel.

The conference is FREE to attend with your TOC Europe 2026 visitor pass.

Register now and join hundreds of maritime professionals this May in Hamburg!

Attend workshops on the most common areas of risk for the transport and logistics industry

Hear and learn from experts in risk management

Meet top suppliers of innovative safety solutions