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TIME & DATE

September 1 – 4, 2026

LOCATION

Kansas City Convention Center

301 W 13th Street

Kansas City, MO 64105

Connect With Leaders Shaping the Inland River Industry in Kansas City!

The Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals (IRPT) Annual Conference is where leaders from ports, terminals, shipping organizations, public agencies, and transportation firms come together to discuss the future of America’s inland waterway system. As one of the industry’s premier events, the conference provides a forum for exploring the policies, infrastructure investments, and economic trends that continue to shape freight movement and maritime commerce throughout the nation’s river network.

We are proud to participate in this year’s conference and engage with organizations that play a critical role in keeping goods moving efficiently and reliably across the country. From port expansion projects and waterfront infrastructure improvements to environmental permitting, transportation planning, and engineering design, our team helps clients tackle complex challenges and position their facilities for long-term success. We look forward to discussing how strategic infrastructure investments can strengthen supply chains, improve operational resilience, and support growth throughout the inland river system.


Connect with us.

Connect with us at IRPT 2026 or schedule time to meet with a waterfront and marine expert.

Joe Liebau

Senior Client Development Leader

Phone: (414) 386-7145

E-mail: joe.liebaujr@foth.com