The Johor Port Authority’s (LPJ) 50th Anniversary Conference 2025 marks a major milestone in Malaysia’s maritime journey, celebrating five decades of growth while charting the sector’s future amid rapid global transformation. Anchored by the theme “50 Years of Maritime Excellence: Malaysia’s Southern Gateway, Growing Beyond Borders,” the conference brings together policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and innovators to examine how ports can adapt to digitalisation, sustainability imperatives, and shifting trade dynamics. Against the backdrop of technological disruption, environmental challenges, and evolving supply chains, the event highlights the strategic significance of the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) in enhancing regional connectivity, industrial synergy, and cross-border investment. Through forward-looking discussions on smart port innovations, ESG commitments, and human capital development, the conference aims to position Johor and Malaysia as a resilient, competitive, and globally connected maritime hub for the decades ahead.