About This Webinar
During our last webinar edition on the IAPH World Ports Tracker, cybersecurity was identified in the membership-wide survey of IAPH as the number one health, safety and security risk for their businesses. Nonetheless 37% of the same ports surveyed are adopting AI-led business case solutions in their ports, with only 1% starting to look at quantum computing. What should ports be aware of as they look at these game-changing technologies to improve their operations? Which proactive steps can they take to protect themselves effectively?
Presenters
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    David Lederhendler
    Founder and CEO, Yeji Data Lab
    David Lederhendler is the Founder and CEO of Yeji Data Lab, a Montreal-based firm specializing in scalable AI solutions for ports, terminal operators, freight forwarders, manufacturing, and technology companies. A seasoned technology executive, he brings over 15 years of experience in AI product management, innovation, and strategy, helping organizations leverage data-driven transformation for competitive advantage.
    David leads a team of experts from top-tier universities, driving industry-specific AI innovation with real-world applications. His work extends across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America, where he collaborates with global partners on cutting-edge AI implementations. Prior to founding Yeji Data Lab, David held key roles at Bombardier, PwC, and IVADO Labs, where he honed his expertise in applied AI and strategic technology deployment. He holds degrees from École Polytechnique de Montréal and ESSEC Business School in Paris.
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    Gadi Benmoshe
    Vice Chair of the IAPH Data Collaboration Committee and Managing Director, Marinnovators Consulting
    Gadi Benmoshe is Managing Director of Marinnovators, offering consulting services focusing on Digital transformation, Innovation and Cybersecurity to Port Authorities/Operators and Maritime-Tech companies.

    As the active vice chair of the Data Collaboration Committee at the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), he lead the development of the 'The Mindset Shift to Innovation in Ports' whitepaper, promoting innovative practices in global ports.

    Additionally, Gadi is involved with key international organizations such as IMO, UN/CEFACT, WEF, IPCSA, and ISO. His work across these roles highlights his dedication to advancing global trade and logistics through innovation.

    Gadi holds a B.A. in Computer Science and a M.B.A., which underpin his expertise in technical and managerial capacities.
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    Chloe Rowland
    Senior Manager: Data Collaboration, Risk & Resilience, International Association of Ports and Harbors
    Originally qualifying as a commercial litigation lawyer, Chloe has worked in project management for the past 15 years. A dedicated professional focused primarily on maritime cyber security issues, she has extensive experience in strategic management, stakeholder engagement and network and relationship development. Working in close partnership with governments, international policy makers, regulatory bodies, defence forces and key industry stakeholders worldwide, Chloe previously managed the University of Plymouth’s Maritime Cyber Security Labs to address cyber vulnerabilities in vessels, ports and maritime supply chains as well as in the offshore renewables sector. Her activities with the university resulted in a comprehensive understanding of cyber vulnerabilities and cyber-resilient operations in the maritime sector; this is a key topic for IAPH members under both the Data Collaboration and Risk and Resilience themes which she is taking forward in her role as Senior Manager at IAPH.
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    Patrick Verhoeven
    Managing Director IAPH
    Patrick Verhoeven is managing director of the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH). The organisation represents about 180 ports and some 150 port-related businesses in 85 countries worldwide.

    Prior to joining IAPH in 2017, Patrick spent twenty-four years in Brussels representing the interests of shipowners, port authorities, terminal operators and ship agents at EU level. He started his career in 1991 with the Antwerp-based ship agent Grisar & Velge.

    From 2019 to 2022, Patrick served on the supervisory board of the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority as deputy chairman. Patrick holds a PhD in applied economics and a bachelor’s in law from the University of Antwerp. He is associate professor at the university’s Centre for Maritime and Air Transport Management (C-MAT). Patrick lives in Antwerp with his wife and three children.
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    Moderator - Victor Shieh
    Strategy and Communications Director - IAPH
    Victor Shieh is IAPH’s Strategy and Communications Director, having commenced work for IAPH as Communications Partner for its World Ports Sustainability Program which launched in 2018.

    Victor has been involved in the maritime and logistics industry since he graduated in BCom from The University of Birmingham, beginning his career as a management trainee of the National Freight Consortium in the UK before leaving for Spain. There he commercially managed an enterprise serving Iberian ports and logistics operations with real-time radio data solutions.

    He then moved to Belgium in 1998 where he was European Business Unit Manager for voice-based logistics data systems. He then joined Safmarine Container Lines as Global PR and Communications Executive , a Maersk subsidiary with roots in Africa.

    Following ten years in the role, Victor set up his own communications agency, advising shipowners, offshore companies, ports, terminal operators, supply chain logistics companies, and forwarders on all aspects of corporate communications.
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