Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai The Address Dubai Marina, Dubai, UAE 10 October 2017 AGENDA PROGRAMME Organised by
Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai
Message On behalf of Dubai Maritime City Authority, I would like to welcome you to the Dubai Maritime Agenda which is held again under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council. Dubai Maritime Agenda 2017 takes place in line with the Dubai Maritime Sector Strategy s (MSS) key objectives in its bid to transform Dubai as a first-class global maritime hub on an equal footing with Singapore, Hamburg, Oslo, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Copenhagen, Athens and London. The one day biennial event has become a leading international platform, bringing together a number of elite influential international dignitaries, leading regional and international experts, decision-makers and maritime leaders to review in-depth insights on the role of the maritime industry as a major contributor to the growth of the global economy. The Agenda provides an ideal platform for highlighting Dubai s position as a major player in the advancement of the local and global maritime industry based on the pillars of creativity, technological innovation, excellence, training and human investment. The second edition is drawing international attention with its focus on various key issues such as the exploration of the future of the maritime sector, with a particular emphasis on advanced technology and emerging innovations such as 3D printing, automated ships and smart transformation, among others, to further develop a sustainable and integrated maritime sector at both the regional and international levels. Dubai Maritime Agenda 2017 will help promote excellence and innovation in the maritime sector, as it provides an ideal platform for enhancing effective communication channels between regional and international maritime authorities. It will also highlight Dubai s role as an influential power in shaping the future of the maritime industry both regionally and globally, as a leading hub for maritime innovation in the world. The agenda will highlight the outstanding maritime achievements and the major initiatives under the umbrella of the DMCA and reflect DMCA s efforts to make Dubai one of the world s top maritime hubs. Timetable 08:00 08:30 am Welcome Coffee and Registration 08:30 08:45 am DMCA Welcome 08:45 09:45 am Session One: The Global Outlook for Shipping 09:45 10:45 am Session Two: Safely Sailing the High Seas Reducing the Legal Risks 10:45 11:00 am Coffee break 11:00 12:00 pm Session Three: Future of Shipping Technologies (automated ships, 3D printing, energy, etc) 12:00 1:00 pm Session Four: Finance for Shipping in the Next Decade and the Role of Shipping Banks 1:00-2:00 pm Networking Lunch 2:00 3:00 pm Session Five: Maritime Clustering - Collaboration or Competition 3:00 3:15 pm Closing Remarks Amer Ali Executive Director, DMCA
Programme 08:00 08:30 am Welcome Coffee and Registration 08:30 08:45 am DMCA Welcome Moderator: Todd Benjamin Journalist and Broadcaster 08:45 09:45 am Session One: The Global Outlook for Shipping A challenging market environment for most sectors of shipping still provides opportunities for shipowners. With its principal focus on the container, energy transport and offshore marine markets, leading players from the industry will discuss the outlook for specific market segments and how market conditions are re-shaping the structure of the industry, such as the accelerated move towards greater consolidation. How will the regulatory agenda, including the upcoming IMO global fuel sulphur content cap and the two year reprieve on the retrofitting of ballast water treatment systems, play out across the industry? Lead Speaker: Marc Gijsbrechts Chief Executive Officer, West and Central Asia, Maersk Line Simon Chattrabhuti Head of Deep Sea Tankers Analysis, Clarksons Platou Sergey Popravko Managing Director, SCF Management Services René Kofod-Olsen Chief Executive Officer, Topaz Energy and Marine Mark Williams Managing Partner, Affinity Research LLP
09:45 10:45 am Session Two: Safely Sailing the High Seas Reducing the Legal Risks The role of arbitration in the resolution of maritime disputes and in reducing legal risks for shipowners. The Emirates Maritime Arbitration Centre has taken its place as a new player on the global arbitration scene. What are the key attributes of a strong arbitration and mediation service, and how are they achieved by the major arbitration jurisdictions around the world, in the delivery of a service which is both informed and trusted? Lead Speaker: Mark Beer OBE Registrar General and Co-Chief Executive, DIFC Courts, Dubai International Financial Centre Charles Anderson Senior Vice President, Head of Skuld New York, Skuld North America Inc. Arthur Bowring Hong Kong Maritime Arbitration Group (HKMAG) Clive Aston London Maritime Arbitration Association Edward Newitt Board of Trustee Member, Emirates Maritime Arbitration Centre (EMAC) 10:45 11:00 am Coffee break 11:00 12:00 pm Session Three: Future of Shipping Technologies (automated ships, 3D printing, energy, etc) Changes in information and communications technology applied to the maritime industry in the intelligent shipping revolution will soon have an effect on sea transport as dramatic as that of containerisation in the nineteen seventies. This session will examine the future of digital applications for the shipping industry and what they may mean for operational efficiency and economies of scale. The associated challenges of cyber security for shipping lines, ports and other elements in the supply chain will also be discussed. Lead Speaker: Gwynne Lewis Head of Data, Digital and Software, LR Marine & Offshore Oskar Levander Senior Vice President Concepts & Innovation, Digital & Systems, Rolls-Royce Marine Kenneth Nakken Vice President, Digital Services, ABB Marine & Port Services Panos G. Moraitis Chief Executive Officer, Aspida Anwar Siddiqui President, Bahri Data, The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri)
12:00 1:00 pm Session Four: Finance for Shipping in the Next Decade and the Role of Shipping Banks How the current market landscape has affected the number and transaction size of ship finance deals so far in 2017. The role of traditional bank ship finance versus alternatives, including the expanded role of Chinese lease finance for international players. Finance for second hand vessels in a period of restructuring. The role of regional banks in ship finance now and for the future. Lead Speaker: Domenik Nizet Senior Vice President, Shipping Finance Asia Pacific & Middle East, DVB Bank SE, Singapore Jacob Berman Managing Director, Infrastructure and Transportation Corporate & Institutional Banking, Standard Chartered Bank Dipak Karki Head of Advisory & Capital, Galbraith s Financial Ltd. Nijoe Joseph Partner, Stephenson Harwood Middle East LLP Marcus Machin Chief Executive Officer, Tufton Oceanic Finance Group 1:00-2:00 pm Networking Lunch 2:00 3:00 pm Session Five: Maritime Clustering - Collaboration or Competition The fast track towards globalisation in all aspects of the industry is driving the proliferation of key global and regional maritime centres of excellence. In this session, representatives of some of the world s leading international maritime hubs will reflect on the strategies needed for success as an IMC, the benefits generated, and offer their views on what lies ahead for competition and cooperation between the world s leading maritime capitals. Kaity Arsoniadis-Stein Executive Director, Vancouver International Maritime Centre Nawfal Al Jourani Chief Officer, Dubai Maritime Cluster Office Jos Standerwick Chief Executive Officer, Maritime London Arthur Bowring Senior Consultant, Hong Kong Shipowners Association (HKSOA) Stephan Piworus Senior Vice President, Identec Solutions 3:00 3:15 pm Closing Remarks
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