Orkhan Khalilov Wins 1st Place in International Graduate Poster Contest at 2025 Port of the Future Conference
Orkhan Khalilov, a Graduate Research Assistant and Master’s Degree student in Transportation Management at Texas Southern University (USA), has received First Place in the International Graduate Poster Contest at the esteemed 2025 Port of the Future Conference, organized by the University of Houston and sponsored by the International Propeller Club.
His research poster, titled “Hydrogen-Powered Cold Ironing: A Sustainable Shore Power Solution,” was selected as the top-ranked project among graduate-level submissions from U.S. and international universities. The award was presented in recognition of his original scientific contribution, technical innovation, and alignment with global sustainability goals and U.S. port decarbonization priorities.
The Port of the Future Conference is a high-level international forum that brings together policymakers, industry leaders, engineers, and academics to shape the future of maritime infrastructure and operations. Winning this competitive research contest demonstrates Orkhan Khalilov’s growing influence in the field of sustainable maritime innovation.
This recognition highlights Orkhan’s dedication to advancing clean maritime technologies and resilient port systems, reinforcing his contribution to the future of transportation infrastructure — both in the United States and around the world.
