Posidonia 2014 Newsletter 3

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ISSUE 3 APRIL 2014

Posidonia Unveils Conferencesand Seminars Programme Senior shipping gures from 93 countries to debate emerging trendsfor an insightful look into the industrys futureS ome of the hottest and most challenging issues pertaining to theglobal shipping industry will be tabled and debated during a seriesof conferences, panel discussions and seminars at this years PosidoniaExhibition, the worlds most prestigious maritime event.

Government officials, industry analysts, nanciers, shipowners and exhibitorsattending the Posidonia Conferences & Seminars Programme, will be discussingthe future trends and projected developments in various shipping sectors as ex-hibitors and visitors will be mingling on the exhibition oor of the 50,000 squaremetre Athens Metropolitan Expo in search of new business and partnership op-portunities.

While networking and deal-making is a key Posidonia feature, the exchange ofknowledge and ideas about the future of our industry is an important pillar of ourevent, providing a signicant added value to some 1,870 exhibitors from an alltime record 93 countries, and some 18,000 expected visitors, said Theodore Vokos,Executive Director, Posidonia Exhibitions S.A.

The conferences programme kicks off on June 3rd, a day after the of-cial opening of Posidonia 2014, with the Business Brieng of theTradeWinds Shipowners Forum.

Scheduled for an 11.00 start, the brieng will discuss a wide range of issues fromthe entry, exit and inuence of private equity to the buoyancy of public markets,niche lenders and alternative sources of nance, trends and challenges in charter-ing, newbuilding and second hand activity, the future for Futures, vessel design,life-span and construction and the question of fuel efficiency going forward.

Future trends in vessel design and technology will be in the spotlight. Therehas already been much discussion over the value of todays so-called eco ships.Panelists will offer their opinions on whether and when the eco ships of today still simple steel boxes might become truly high-tech; what the future role ofcomposites and the next leap in bridge technology may be; And no discussion onvessel design would be complete without a fuel/emissions debate and an attemptto identify the main stumbling block to LNG as a fuel.

Panelists in the opening session include: Kristin H. Holth, Global Head of Ship-ping, Offshore & Logistics,DNB, Richard Fulford-Smith, Managing Partner,RS Platou, Simon Liang, Chairman,Sinopacic Shipbuilding Group,Christopher J. Wiernicki, Chairman & CEO,ABS and Jeremy Penn, Chief Executive,The Baltic Exchange.

Of vital importance to many of the companies exhibiting at Posidonia is themarket appetite for newbuildings and the conference programme will explorevarious issues pertaining to the sector.

The 2nd session of the Tradewinds Shipowners Forum will be opened byMilitiadis Varvitsiotis,Minister of Shipping, Maritime Affairs and theAegean, and will afterwards debate the impact of Chinese nancingto support Greek newbuildings, protection against unreliable charter-ers, investment risks of dual fuel and of course the big question of ton-nage overcapacity. The panel will include major shipowners, including

George Economou, Chairman of the Board, President & CEODryships Inc; Angeliki Frangou,CEO & President,Navios Maritime Holding; Emanuele A. Lauro, Chairman & ChiefExecutive Officer,Scorpio Bulkers; Evangelos M. Marinakis, Director & Chairman of the BoarCapital Product Partners; thanasios J. Martinos, Managing Director,Eastern MediterraneanMaritime Limited; Nikolas Tsakos, President & CEO, Tsakos Energy Navigation.

Other highlights of the Posidonia Conferences and Seminars programme during the Posidoniainclude press conferences, workshops, roundtable discussions and seminars on issues rangingmaritime risk management to injury and illness at sea and from energy savings and eco-shipnologies to maritime communication.

Future developments in vessel design, composite materials, fuel emissions and technological bthroughs will also be some of the main topics to be discussed at Posidonia 2014, and will bdressed in the following conferences and seminars, amongst others: Strategies for Energy Saving of existing ships, organised byHELMEPA Introducing Japanese challenging design Eco-ships & high technologies, organised by the JapanShip xporters' Association GTTTechnology and Innovation seminar Abu Dhabi Ship Building: its current and future capabilities Futurenautics: Shippings Technology Enabled Future LNGCOMSHIP WORKSHOP: Implementation of LNG Fuel in Commercial Ship Propulsionised by theDepartment of Naval Architects - TEI of Athens & theHellenic Register of Shipping SeaCURE BWMS.Evoqua Water Technologies answer to the Ballast Water Treatment challenge Maritime Communication: What You Need to Know Now, organised byOrange, Intelsat,Intellian, Iridium, IDirect, ShipZNet andGottlieb International Group, Inc Marine Environment Intelligence-Compliance, cost and competency, organised byNAMEPA

Ever since we introduced the Posidonia Conferences and Seminars Programme, we have sedustry welcome and support such events and we are delighted with the nal programme, the qour speakers and the diversity of topics to be debated , said Vokos.We look forward to welcoming all delegates to an exciting few days of debates and deliberaPosidonia is once again about to set the global agenda for the maritime industry, he added.

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Posidonia 2014 Exhibitors News

Nakilat-Keppel Offshore & Marine (N-KOM) will be showcasing its mari-

time capabilities for the second time at this years Posidonia event. TheQatar-based shipyard has completed more than 250 projects, with a signicantnumber of projects completed for Greek clients such as Maran Gas Maritime,Maran Tankers, Chandris Hellas, Samos Steamship, Euronav and TMS Tankers.Having two VLCC-sized graving docks, extensive quay spaces, a range of work-shops and on-site contractors, N-KOM will further operate two additional oat-ing docks (Q-Max/VLCC and Handymax-size) next year, thereby enhancing itsexibility and docking capacity. Commenting on the strategic importance ofPosidonia, Mr Abu Bakar Mohd Nor, CEO of N-KOM said, Posidonia is withouta doubt one of the most important gathering of decision makers in the maritimeindustry, which makes it an excellent platform for us to market our repair, conver- sion and construction services. With a wealth of experience in handling marine andoffshore projects complemented by a strategic location in the Arabian Gulf, we are

well positioned to be the preferred shipyard delivering solutions.

Romanias Constanta Shipyard will leverage its seventh Posidonia participation for the

promotion of Dream 50, the new eco fuel 50,000 dwt, Type IMO 2-3, Chemical TPosidonia Exhibition strikes the perfect balance between commercial and technical meorganised in one of the worlds most important shipping centres, said Radu Rusen, ManagingDirector. He added: Posidonia is a good opportunity to meet our ship-owner customers well as shipbrokers, agents and shipping industry suppliers to discuss about new possito develop relationships in the changing economic landscape. Romanias renowned ship-builder, is also eyeing networking with decision makers of offshore support vessels andstructures projects as well as ship repairs and conversions.

N-KOM to showcase maritimeexpertise at Posidonia

Eco Tanker Design Promotedat Posidonia

The Debut of a Posidonia newcomer

We Clean We Care!

A beautiful settingfor special occasions

The whole world is our market and Posidonia is a key pillar to reaching out to our glaudiences, says Mr. Thomas Kaeser, CEO ofKAESER Kompressoren SE, a German

manufacturer of compressed air systems, who is planning for its inaugural Posidonia ticipation. At Junes event, the company will present its new ASK-model of screw comsor, which is a perfect example of the Kaeser performance. Kaeser develops, manufacand tests the compressors on its premises located in Coburg, southern Germany. By aimingthe highest possible in-house production depth we supervise and guarantee the highestity levels, said Thomas Kaeser.

Hong Kong Qianhe Shipping (Group) Co., Ltd, a specialist in Sludge Disposal, Oil SpillEmergency Response and Tank Cleaning, is coming to Posidonia amidst an expanplan that is likely to see the opening of its rst Hamburg branch by mid-year. The comwill be coming to Posidonia for the rst time but with a well-dened mission: We cleanWe care, is the companys motto as it provides a one stop service on the issue of cleanengines and oceans from the various pollutants. We would like to share our experiences andour qualities of service to all participating companies and visitors to reach our slogan WWe care! said company spokesperson Ms. Maggie Poon.

Vouliagmeni Lake, supporter of Posidonia Cup, will host the prestigious Award ceremonyof the race at its idyllic venue. With its easy access from Athens Metropolitan Expo and thecity centre, Vouliagmeni Lake is a sought after destination for high prole corporate functionsand is already scheduled to host many events during Posidonia 2014. The atmospheric landscape and the naturally occurring pine forest surrounding the lakes clear, tranquil waters providethe ideal backdrop for discerning event hosts and we look forward to welcoming Posidonia exhibi-tors and visitors to celebrate their successes in style, said Nicolas Papazissis, General Manager.

Shipping CommunicationServices Showcased

Visitors to Junes event who would like to hear about the latest developments in VStechnologies and equipment as well as new navigation apparatus like ECDIS BNInmarsat products can drop by the stand ofHellenic Radio Services, a true Posidonia stal-wart counting 18 participations at the worlds most prestigious trade shipping event. was the case for each of our previous Posidonia participations, we are once again looforward to expand our cooperation and representations of products and services by leveing our presence at this summers event, said Ioakeim Tsanis, CEO. We hope that Posidonia 2014 opens new horizons for new commercial agreements between all participants andas successful as always.

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Organiser Event Venue Date Time Contact OrganiserTradewinds Tradewinds Posidonia Tuesday 3 June 11:00-16:00 [email protected]

Shipowners Forum Conference HallDNV GL DNV GL Press Conference Posidonia Tuesday 3 June 10:30-12:30 [email protected]

Seminar RoomFuture Care and Injury and Illness at Sea - New Posidonia Seminar Tuesday 3 June 11:00-13:00 [email protected] University Developments in Emergency Room 2, Hall 2School of Medicine Response and TelemedicineGTT GTT Technology and Innovation Posidonia Tuesday 3 June 12:45-19:00 [email protected]

seminar Seminar RoomAustralian Embassy Press Conference Posidonia Seminar Tuesday 3 June 13:00-15:00 [email protected] Athens Room 2, Hall 2Rightship Harnessing Big Data to improve Posidonia Seminar Tuesday 3 June 15:00-17:00 [email protected]

maritime risk management Room 2, Hall 2Inmarsat Maritime Round table session Posidonia Seminar Tuesday 3 June 17:00-19:00 [email protected]

Room 2, Hall 2United Kingdom ECDIS Implementation, Policy Posidonia Tuesday 3 June 13:15 & 16:30 [email protected] Register now Hydrographic O ce and Procedures - Free Seminar Meeting RoomHelmepa Strategies for Energy Posidonia Wednesday 4 June 10:30-14:30 [email protected]

Saving of existing ships Conference Hall Japan Ship Exporters JAPAN-Posidonia Seminar - Posidonia Wednesday 4 June 10:30-14:30 [email protected] Introducing Japanese challenging Seminar Room

design Eco-ships & high technologiesAbu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Ship Building: its Posidonia Seminar Wednesday 4 June 11:00-13:00 [email protected] Building current and future capabilities Room 2, Hall 2 [email protected] Marine Electronics Integration with Simplicity Posidonia Seminar Wednesday 4 June 13:00-15:00 [email protected]. & Cobham SATCOM Room 2, Hall 2

RINA Hellas RINA Seminar Posidonia Wednesday 4 June 14:45-16:45 [email protected] RoomSecure Anchorage Legal and Compliant Maritime Posidonia Seminar Wednesday 4 June 15:00-17:00 [email protected] Area West Africa Security Offshore Nigeria Room 2, Hall 2 Futurenautics Futurenautics: Shippings Posidonia Wednesday 4 June 17:00-19:00 [email protected]

Technology Enabled Future Seminar Room J&E Papadopoulos Seminar Posidonia Seminar Wednesday 4 June 17:00-19:00 [email protected]

Room 2, Hall 2Turkish Embassy Turkish Embassy Reception Events Area 1 Wednesday 4 June 17:00-19:00 [email protected] Kingdom ECDIS Implementation, Policy Posidonia Wednesday 4 June 13:15 & 16:30 [email protected] Register now Hydrographic O ce and Procedures - Free Seminar Meeting RoomNamepa Marine Environment Posidonia Thursday 5 June 10:30-12:30 [email protected]

Intelligence-Compliance, Seminar Roomcost and competency

Evoqua Water SeaCURE BWMS. Safetyand Posidonia Thursday 5 June 11:00-13:00 [email protected] Reliability comes with Experience. Seminar Room 2(formerly Siemens Evoqua Water Technologies answer to Water Technologies) the Ballast Water Treatment challenge Department of Naval LNGCOMSHIP WORKSHOP: Posidonia Thursday 5 June 11:00-15:00 [email protected] - TEI of Implementation of LNG Fuel Conference HallAthens and the in Commercial Ship PropulsionHellenic Register Plants of Shipping Orange, Intelsat, Maritime Communication: What Posidonia Thursday 5 June 12:45-14:45 [email protected] Intellian, Iridium, You Need to Know Now. Join the Seminar Room IDirect, ShipZNet market leaders for an educational & Gottlieb overview of new technologies International and the future of MaritimeGroup, Inc. Communication (With Q&A)Delta to the Epsilon Seminar Posidonia Seminar Thursday 5 June 13:00-15:00 [email protected] Mediation & ADR Room 2, Hall 2 ServicesSKF Hellas 1) How to get Condition Monitoring Posidonia Thursday 5 June 15:00-16:45 [email protected]

right, during new building phase Seminar Room 2) Blue Mon, an environmental

monitoring system for oceangoing vessels supportinga visualized environmentalmapping of your ships emissions

Technomep Certication and Inspection are Posidonia Seminar Thursday 5 June 15:00-17:00 [email protected] of quality and economy Room 2, Hall 2

China SINO - HELLENIC Posidonia Thursday 5 June 16:00-19:00 [email protected] Society Maritime Seminar Conference Hall ALBA Graduate Seminar Posidonia Thursday 5 June 17:00-19:00 [email protected] School Seminar RoomUnited Kingdom ECDIS Implementation, Policy Posidonia Thursday 5 June 13:15 & 16:30 [email protected] Register now Hydrographic O ce and Procedures - Free Seminar Meeting Room Jean Monnet Centre of Piraeus and its Prospects Posidonia Seminar Friday 6 June 11:00-14:00 [email protected] Excellence, Department as an International Centre Room 2, Hall 2 of Maritime Studies of Maritime ServicesUniversity of PiraeusMulticon Marine Seminar Posidonia Friday 6 June 11:00-13:00 [email protected]

Meeting RoomUnion of Greek Press Conference Posidonia Friday 6 June 11:00-12:00 Shipowners (U.G.S.) Seminar Room

ORGANISERS:Posidonia Exhibitions S.A. Tel. +30 210 4283 608, Fax + 30 210 4283 610E-mail: [email protected]

For Press Information contact:MSPS Corporate A airs, Tel. +30 210 9604200,Fax +30 210 9649013,E-mail: [email protected],Contact: Mrs. Fay Athousaki

Programme of Conferences & Seminars at Posidonia 2014

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