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THE PATH TO DECARBONIZATIONOptions & Strategies - Power, Operational, Speed Reductions, Fuel AlternativesWhat is the best way to achieve the decarbonization targets by 2030 or 2050? At present there are several proposals on the table for discussion at the IMO. They hinge on regulatory mandates, industry self-discipline and ultimately on the selection of the proper fuel. The panel will discuss the various options and alternatives and their pros and cons.

 Moderator: Mr. George Plevrakis, Director, Global Sustainability - ABS

Panelists:

Mr. Alexander Saverys, CEO - CMB Group

Mr. Christian M. Ingerslev, CEO - Maersk Tankers

Mr. Bud Darr, Executive Vice President, Maritime Policy and Government Affairs - MSC GROUP

Ms. Ioanna Procopiou, CEO - Prominence Maritime

Captain Rajesh Unni, Founder & CEO - Synergy Marine Group

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PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER - REMAINING VIGILANT & ALERT - THE SHIPOWNERS PERSPECTIVEThe current global situation is accelerating the transformation throughout the shipping industry. Slower economic growth, low oil prices, a global pandemic, uncertainty regarding fuel types and ship designs, rapid developments in technology, increased regulatory demands, and a changing landscape in ship finance are among the challenges the industry is facing today. Weak markets are tough to endure but they also create opportunities. Shipping is and will remain the artery of global trade. The industry thrives on volatility and change. Leading international shipowners panel will discuss how the industry is coping with all these challenges and what changes and transformations can be expected looking ahead.

 Moderator: Mr. Henry Curra , Head of Research - Braemar ACM Shipbroking

 Panelists:

Mr. Bing Chen, Chairman, President & CEO - Seaspan Corporation

Mr. Jerry Kalogiratos, CEO - Capital Product Partners

Mr. Gary Vogel, CEO & Director - Eagle Bulk

Ms. Lois Zabrocky, CEO – International Seaways

Mr. Kevin MacKay, CEO - Teekay Tankers

Mr. Hing Chao, Executive Director - Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings

Day 1

HOW SHIP TRACKING INTELLIGENCE ENABLES OPERATION VISIBILITY

Mr. Dimitris Sousoudis, Territory Manager - MarineTraffic

Day 2

Opening Remarks:

Mr. Nicolas Bornozis, President - Capital Link, Inc.

Opening Panel:

LEADING THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY THROUGH THE NEXT PHASE OF INNOVATION, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & TRANSFORMATIONClassification Societies play a pivotal role in the industry given their mandate to establish and maintain technical standards for construction and operation of marine vessels, to monitor compliance and to provide guidance and support. The panel will discuss various initiatives to help the industry meet the new challenges from environmental compliance, ship safety and security, technological innovation, operational efficiency, human resources management and more!

 Moderator: Dr. Grahaeme Henderson, Vice President, Shipping & Maritime - Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited 

Panelists:

Mr. Christopher J. Wiernicki, Chairman, President & CEO - ABS

Mr. Matthieu de Tugny, President, Marine & Offshore - Bureau Veritas

Mr. Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, CEO - DNV GL - Maritime

Mr. Alastair Marsh, CEO - Lloyds Register

Mr. Ugo Salerno, Chairman & CEO - RINA

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DIGITALIZATION & TECHNOLOGICAL (R)EVOLUTIONShipping companies as well as stakeholders throughout the logistics chain expedite the use of technology to optimize cost & increase efficiency. The significance of data analytics in decision making.

 Moderator: Mr. Paolo Moretti, CEO - RINA SERVICES

 Panelists:

Mr. Mark Cameron, Executive V.P. & COO - Ardmore Shipping Corporation

Mr. Mark O'Neil, CEO - Columbia Shipmanagement

Mr. Alexander Hadjipateras, Executive Vice President, Business Development - Dorian LPG

Mr. Olav Nortun, CEO - Thome Group

Mr. Stephen MacFarlane, Chief Information Officer - V.Group

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TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY AS THE FOUNDATION FOR OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

 Mr. Matt Heider, CEO - Nautilus Labs

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RIDING THE DIGITAL WAVE - HOW TO PROFIT DURING THE SMART SHIPPING ERA     

Mr. Mike Konstantinidis, CEO - METIS Cyberspace Technology S.A

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THE PATH TO DECARBONIZATIONOptions & Strategies - Power, Operational, Speed Reductions, Fuel AlternativesWhat is the best way to achieve the decarbonization targets by 2030 or 2050? At present there are several proposals on the table for discussion at the IMO. They hinge on regulatory mandates, industry self-discipline and ultimately on the selection of the proper fuel. The panel will discuss the various options and alternatives and their pros and cons.

 Moderator: Mr. George Plevrakis, Director, Global Sustainability - ABS

Panelists:

Mr. Alexander Saverys, CEO - CMB Group

Mr. Christian M. Ingerslev, CEO - Maersk Tankers

Mr. Bud Darr, Executive Vice President, Maritime Policy and Government Affairs - MSC GROUP

Ms. Ioanna Procopiou, CEO - Prominence Maritime

Captain Rajesh Unni, Founder & CEO - Synergy Marine Group

Day 1

HOW SHIP TRACKING INTELLIGENCE ENABLES OPERATION VISIBILITY

Mr. Dimitris Sousoudis, Territory Manager - MarineTraffic

Day 1

Opening Remarks: 

Nicholas Bornozis, President - Capital Link, Inc.

Keynote Speaker:

Mr. Kitack Lim, Secretary-General - International Maritime Organization