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13th International Conference on Asian and Pacific Coasts
APAC 2027
Resilient Coasts in the Context of Climate Change
An international forum for coastal engineers, oceanographers and researchers across the Asian and Pacific region.
- Dates
- October 19-23, 2027
- Venue
- Crowne Plaza Nanjing Jiangning
- Organizers
- COES · JSCE · KSCOE
Nanjing, China
Where coastal science, engineering and climate resilience meet.
APAC 2027 brings together the coastal research community for paper exchange, professional collaboration and applied discussion on resilient coasts in a changing climate.
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Call for Papers
Author milestones at a glance
Call opens
Sep 1, 2026
Abstract due
Jan 10, 2027
Full paper due
May 10, 2027
Early bird ends
Aug 20, 2027
Submission
Abstract Submission
The abstract submission system will open soon. Submission guidelines and the online submission link will be available here once the system opens.
Abstract Submission Deadline
Approx. 300-word abstract with 4-6 keywords.
Notification of Accepted Abstracts
Authors receive review decisions and next steps.
Full Paper Submission
6-12 pages using the Springer proceedings template.
APAC 2027 Conference
Technical sessions, committee meetings and networking in Nanjing.
Conference Topics
Three connected tracks for resilient coasts.
Coastal Dynamics
Wave climate, nearshore currents, sediment transport and morphology.
Climate Resilience
Sea-level rise, natural hazards, adaptation and nature-based solutions.
Engineering & Management
Coastal structures, sustainable management and renewable marine energy.
Coastal Wave Dynamics Under Climate Change
Wave climate changes, extreme wave statistics and wave-current interaction.
Nearshore Currents and Sediment Transport Processes
Littoral currents, suspended and bedload transport, field measurement.
Coastal Structures and Nature-based Solutions
Seawalls, breakwaters, artificial reefs and green infrastructure.
Coastal Morphology and Beach Nourishment
Shoreline evolution, dune systems, SLR adaptation and nourishment design.
Natural Hazards and Mitigation Methods
Tsunami, storm surge, typhoon, coastal flooding and early warning.
Coastal Management for Sustainable Adaptation
Integrated coastal zone management, planning and socio-economic assessment.
Program
A conference rhythm built for exchange.
Opening & Keynotes
Welcome session, plenary talks and community reception.
Technical Sessions
Parallel paper sessions, committee meetings and poster exchanges.
Field & Closing Events
Applied discussions, closing remarks and post-conference connections.
Registration
Registration will open soon.
Please check back for updates.
Venue & Travel
Crowne Plaza Nanjing Jiangning
Located in Nanjing's Jiangning District, the venue combines conference facilities, on-site accommodation and convenient metro access for international attendees.
- Zijin Main HallCapacity 500+
- Five meeting roomsCapacity 100+ each
- On-site accommodation42-78 sqm rooms
- Metro accessShengtaixi Road Station, Line 1
Leadership
Organizing Committees
Prof. Zheng Jinhai
Hohai University, China
Prof. Pan Junning
Nanjing Hydraulic Research Institute, China
Wang Yanhong · Zhang Jisheng
Nanjing Hydraulic Research Institute, China
International Scientific & Technological Committee
Membership to be announced. The ISTC will be established and confirmed by June 30, 2026.
Contact
APAC 2027 Secretariat
Emailapac2027@nhri.cn
Submission supportapac2027-review@nhri.cn
AddressNanjing Hydraulic Research Institute, 223 Guangzhou Road, Nanjing 210029, China