Dublin Port Wins International Sustainability Award for Berth 53 Project

Dublin Port has been named the winner of the Infrastructure category at the 2026 International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Sustainability Awards, recognising the innovative and environmentally conscious design of its Berth 53 Project.

The award was announced on 5 November 2026 at a gala ceremony held during the IAPH World Ports Conference at the Natural History Museum in London, marking Dublin Port’s first win at the prestigious international awards and was accepted by Ken Rooney, Head of Engineering & Sustainability at Dublin Port.

The IAPH Sustainability Awards recognise outstanding sustainability initiatives across the global port industry, celebrating projects that demonstrate innovation, environmental responsibility and long-term benefits for ports and the communities they serve.

This year’s awards attracted 66 project submissions from ports around the world, with 18 projects shortlisted across six categories. Dublin Port’s Berth 53 Project was selected as one of three Infrastructure category finalists before going on to win the overall award.

Part of Dublin Port’s Masterplan 2040, the Berth 53 Project represents an important investment in the future capacity and resilience of Ireland’s largest port, incorporating innovative engineering solutions designed to support port operations while protecting the surrounding marine environment.

A key feature of the project is its open-piled jetty design, developed to maintain natural tidal flows and minimise impacts on the neighbouring Tolka Estuary Special Protection Area.

The project also incorporates Ireland’s first Auto Mooring System, designed to improve the safety and efficiency of vessel berthing operations while helping to reduce fuel consumption and associated emissions.

Berth 53 is being enabled for future Onshore Power Supply, allowing vessels to connect to the electrical grid while at berth, supporting the transition towards more sustainable maritime operations. Together, these features demonstrate Dublin Port’s approach to integrating environmental considerations into the development of essential port infrastructure.

The Berth 52/53 Project is supported by funding through the European Union’s Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) programme.

Winning the Infrastructure category places Dublin Port among leading international ports recognised for their commitment to sustainable development.