Formed in 1955, it is now recognised as the NGO representing ports worldwide.

With over 200 ports in membership, as well as numerous national port representative bodies,[2] it now has consultative status with 5 UN agencies,[1] including UNCTAD and the IMO.

The Secretariat is based in Tokyo and is headed by a Secretary General who is appointed by the Board of Directors.

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