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CHINESE SEAFARERS FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COMPANIESAccess to skilled seafarers remains one of the main challenges for the international shipping community and China has a large pool of skilled seafarers. Furthermore, demand for Chinese crews has increased as the result of the Covid-19 crisis. The presentation aims to update you on the significant progress achieved in maritime education in China and the improvement in the quality of Chinese Seafarers, who are gradually having an expanded presence in the fleet of international shipping companies. It will discuss important issues in crew recruiting, training and retention and provide an update on latest Chinese governmental regulations and efforts in promoting Chinese seafarers to meet international standards.

Mr. Terence Zhao, Managing Director - Singhai Marine Services

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ADDRESSING THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY'S CREWING NEEDS NOW & BEYOND COVID-19 - Short Term Responses & Longer - Term PursuitsDifficulties in crew changes, addressing the well-being of the crews and dealing with crew restrictions when it comes to drydocking and newbuilding deliveries are among the challenges shipping companies face today. Looking ahead, beyond the need to respond to challenges presented by the current crisis, shipping companies aim to ensure the long-term availability of seafarers, who are the backbone of the shipping industry. The panel will discuss how major companies look at the global crewing landscape (including major hubs, such as the Ukraine, the Philippines, India, Indonesia and China) and what needs to be done to ensure an adequate supply of seafarers.

Moderator: Captain Robert Fay, Senior Vice President, Maritime Operations – IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry

Panelists:

Mr. Dennis Svane Hansen, Vice President, Group Crewing Services - BW Group

Captain Panagiotis Drosos, Chief Operating Officer - Capital Maritime

Mr. Prabhat Kumar Jha, Group Managing Director & CEO - MSC Shipmanagement Limited Cyprus

Ms. Angie W. Hartmann, Executive Vice President-Crew Affairs - Star Bulk Carriers

Captain Zhou, Managing Director - Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings

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CREWING - THE CRISIS CONTINUES - IS THERE AN END IN SIGHT?The crewing crisis is a global issue - but the implementation involves international organizations, national jurisdictions, charterers, shipowners and more. The recent crisis in India has elevated the crewing crisis to a new height. The current situation shows the urgency and importance to coordinate all stakeholders into streamlining policy making at an international level and achieving implementation across the board. Is this possible - and how can be it done so we can move from discussion to resolutions?

INTRODUCTORY REMARKS BY Mr. Vassilios Demetriades, Deputy Shipping Minister - Republic of Cyprus

The International Labor Organization adopted in April 2021 a resolution endorsing the global vaccination program proposed by the Republic of Cyprus, which was the first country to submit such a proposal as part of an effort to help alleviate the global crew crisis.

PANEL DISCUSSION 

Moderator: Ms. Antonia Panayides, Partner – Reed Smith 

Panelists:

Mr. Bjorn Hojgaard, CEO - Anglo-Eastern Univan Group; Chairman - The Hong Kong Shipowners Association

Mr. Rene Piil Pedersen, Managing Director, Head of Marine Relations - A.P. Moller Maersk

Mr. Guy Platten, Secretary General - International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)

Mr. Stephen Cotton, General Secretary - International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF)

Mr. Polys Hajioannou, CEO - Safe Bulkers, Inc.

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SHIPPING IN THE AGE OF TECHNOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION - PRIORITIZING AMONG SO MANY NEEDS & SO MANY OPTIONSTechnical, commercial, and corporate operations are optimized through technology with impact on efficiency and profitability. Shipping companies are called to make choices and investment decisions prioritizing among the various areas. This panel will discuss how shipping companies evaluate and prioritize their investments taking into consideration regulatory requirements and market expectations and conditions.

Moderator: Mr. Pino Spadafora, Marine Commercial Senior Director - RINA  

Panelists:

Mr. Salvatore d'Amico, Fleet Director - d'Amico Shipping Group

Mr. Ernst Meyer, COO -Klaveness

Mr. Mark Martecchini, Managing Director - Stolt Tankers 

Mr. Sean Fernback, President & CEO - Wartsila Voyage

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FIGHTING IN THE TRENCHES - THE SHIP CAPTAIN'S PERSPECTIVEA 1x1 discussion with a Vessel Captain

Mr. Nicolas Bornozis, President – Capital Link Captain Rajeev Kaushik – Synergy Group 

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KEYNOTE REMARKS

Mr. Kitack LimSecretary General - International Maritime Organization (IMO)

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RALLYING AROUND CHARITIES THAT SUPPORT THE WELFARE OF SEAFARERS - ADDRESSING THE INDIAN CRISIS & BEYONDThe Indian COVID-19 crisis energized an industry-wide effort to create a charity fund to address the plight of seafarers and their families. The panel will discuss the initiatives led by Charities to provide relief and support during the pandemic and beyond.

Moderator: Mr. Mark Cameron, Chief Operating Officer - Ardmore Shipping

Panelists:

Mr. Vishnu Swaminathan, Co-Founder - WeTeam; Social Responsibility Advisor - Synergy group

Mr. Andrew Wright, Secretary General - Mission to Seafarers 

Ms. Catherine Spencer, CEO - The Seafarers' Charity

Day 1

CREWING - THE CRISIS CONTINUES - IS THERE AN END IN SIGHT?The crewing crisis is a global issue - but the implementation involves international organizations, national jurisdictions, charterers, shipowners and more. The recent crisis in India has elevated the crewing crisis to a new height. The current situation shows the urgency and importance to coordinate all stakeholders into streamlining policy making at an international level and achieving implementation across the board. Is this possible - and how can be it done so we can move from discussion to resolutions?

INTRODUCTORY REMARKS BY Mr. Vassilios Demetriades, Deputy Shipping Minister - Republic of Cyprus

The International Labor Organization adopted in April 2021 a resolution endorsing the global vaccination program proposed by the Republic of Cyprus, which was the first country to submit such a proposal as part of an effort to help alleviate the global crew crisis.

PANEL DISCUSSION 

Moderator: Ms. Antonia Panayides, Partner – Reed Smith 

Panelists:

Mr. Bjorn Hojgaard, CEO - Anglo-Eastern Univan Group; Chairman - The Hong Kong Shipowners Association

Mr. Rene Piil Pedersen, Managing Director, Head of Marine Relations - A.P. Moller Maersk

Mr. Guy Platten, Secretary General - International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)

Mr. Stephen Cotton, General Secretary - International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF)

Mr. Polys Hajioannou, CEO - Safe Bulkers, Inc.

Day 1

ADDRESSING THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY'S CREWING NEEDS NOW & BEYOND COVID-19 - Short Term Responses & Longer - Term PursuitsDifficulties in crew changes, addressing the well-being of the crews and dealing with crew restrictions when it comes to drydocking and newbuilding deliveries are among the challenges shipping companies face today. Looking ahead, beyond the need to respond to challenges presented by the current crisis, shipping companies aim to ensure the long-term availability of seafarers, who are the backbone of the shipping industry. The panel will discuss how major companies look at the global crewing landscape (including major hubs, such as the Ukraine, the Philippines, India, Indonesia and China) and what needs to be done to ensure an adequate supply of seafarers.

Moderator: Captain Robert Fay, Senior Vice President, Maritime Operations – IRI/The Marshall Islands Registry

Panelists:

Mr. Dennis Svane Hansen, Vice President, Group Crewing Services - BW Group

Captain Panagiotis Drosos, Chief Operating Officer - Capital Maritime

Mr. Prabhat Kumar Jha, Group Managing Director & CEO - MSC Shipmanagement Limited Cyprus

Ms. Angie W. Hartmann, Executive Vice President-Crew Affairs - Star Bulk Carriers

Captain Zhou, Managing Director - Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings

Day 1

SHIPPING IN THE AGE OF TECHNOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION - PRIORITIZING AMONG SO MANY NEEDS & SO MANY OPTIONSTechnical, commercial, and corporate operations are optimized through technology with impact on efficiency and profitability. Shipping companies are called to make choices and investment decisions prioritizing among the various areas. This panel will discuss how shipping companies evaluate and prioritize their investments taking into consideration regulatory requirements and market expectations and conditions.

Moderator: Mr. Pino Spadafora, Marine Commercial Senior Director - RINA  

Panelists:

Mr. Salvatore d'Amico, Fleet Director - d'Amico Shipping Group

Mr. Ernst Meyer, COO -Klaveness

Mr. Mark Martecchini, Managing Director - Stolt Tankers 

Mr. Sean Fernback, President & CEO - Wartsila Voyage