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1 ADVANCING MARITIME LEADERSHIP Key EU policy positions that will affect the future of shipping are coming to a head through 2015, and the industry is anxious to receive a fair hearing before legislators reach closure. In the run up to Europort 2015, the largest single gathering of international shipping interests to be staged in Europe this year, Patrick Verhoeven reports a full legislative workload. At time of writing, his attention was focused on Europe’s unfolding migration crisis, the need for a mandate for humanitarian rescue operations by EU States, and recognition of the front line responsibilities placed on merchant shipping. “All we can do here is raise awareness,” says Mr Verhoeven. Fortunately, greater influence can be exerted elsewhere: ECSA recently set up a dedicated “Sectoral Contact Group on Service and Offshore Support Vessels” to cover all EU policy issues relevant to the sector, ranging from State aid and safety issues to social protection. Closely mirroring an important segment of the high value vessels featured at Europort, ECSA identified cable and pipe layers, ships prospecting for oil, ships conducting oceanographic research and ships servicing offshore wind, gas and oil installations as warranting separate attention. “The aim of this Sectoral Contact Group is to monitor EU developments and policies that are relevant to the offshore industry with an aim at ensuring that the voice of offshore companies is heard,” says Mr Verhoeven. “The EU’s share of the world offshore fleet increased from 28 per cent in 2005 to 37 per cent in 2014 in gross tonnage terms. The success of this contact group will determine whether ECSA ventures into similar initiatives in other specific sectors.” Another core Europort constituency, short sea shipping, is also receiving special attention from ECSA through 2015. Europort 2015 will provide a timely opportunity to review the impact of EU’s 0.1% sulphur requirements for shipping in the European Sulphur Emission Control Areas (SECAs), which came into effect on January 1, 2015. ECSA is conducting quarterly surveys of the impact of the rules, and Mr Verhoeven believes it will become clear if they are causing freight to shift from shortsea to road will start to become clear by Q4 2015. With industry interest across the shipping sector due to gather in Rotterdam for Europort 2015, Mr Verhoeven points out that ultimate ownership or control of 40% of the world’s gross tonnage lies in an EU country. This means that politicians across Europe should be willing to listen to the shipping voice, but also that decisions made within the EU have ramifications globally. For this reason, ECSA is also advocating speedy ratification at international level of the IMO Hong Kong Convention (HKC) on ship recycling. The regional 2013 EU Ship Recycling Regulation (EU SRR) may have been conceived to force the pace, but one of its provisions is to disallow the use of the ship beaching techniques that account for 70% of the ship scrapping industry. SHIPPING ISSUES COME TO A HEAD AT EUROPORT With the maritime and offshore sectors seemingly at the mercy of regulators as well as commercial realities, European Community of Shipowners Association Secretary General Patrick Verhoeven believes Europort 2015’s core ‘Maritime Leadership’ theme offers a timely reminder that the industry needs to come together to find a stronger voice. ADVANCING MARITIME LEADERSHIP UPDATE #JUNE 2015 GLOBAL AUDIENCE SHOWCASE FOR MARINE INGENUITY INTERNATIONAL SHIPYARD PRESENCE

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Key EU policy positions that will affect the future of shipping are coming to a head through 2015, and the industry is anxious to receive a fair hearing before legislators reach closure.

In the run up to Europort 2015, the largest single gathering of international shipping interests to be staged in Europe this year, Patrick Verhoeven reports a full legislative workload. At time of writing, his attention was focused on Europe’s unfolding migration crisis, the need for a mandate for humanitarian rescue operations by EU States, and recognition of the front line responsibilities placed on merchant shipping. “All we can do here is raise awareness,” says Mr Verhoeven.

Fortunately, greater influence can be exerted elsewhere: ECSA recently set up a dedicated “Sectoral Contact Group on Service and Offshore Support Vessels” to cover all EU policy issues relevant to the sector, ranging from State aid and safety issues to social protection. Closely mirroring an important segment of the high value

vessels featured at Europort, ECSA identified cable and pipe layers, ships prospecting for oil, ships conducting oceanographic research and ships servicing offshore wind, gas and oil installations as warranting separate attention.

“The aim of this Sectoral Contact Group is to monitor EU developments and policies that are relevant to the offshore industry with an aim at ensuring that the voice of offshore companies is heard,” says Mr Verhoeven. “The EU’s share of the world offshore fleet increased from 28 per cent in 2005 to 37 per cent in 2014 in gross tonnage terms. The success of this contact group will determine whether ECSA ventures into similar initiatives in other specific sectors.” Another core Europort constituency, short sea shipping, is also receiving special attention from ECSA through 2015. Europort 2015 will provide a timely opportunity to review the impact of EU’s 0.1% sulphur requirements for shipping in the European Sulphur Emission Control Areas (SECAs), which came into effect on January 1, 2015.

ECSA is conducting quarterly surveys of the impact of the rules, and Mr Verhoeven believes it will become clear if they are causing freight to shift from shortsea to road will start to become clear by Q4 2015.

With industry interest across the shipping sector due to gather in Rotterdam for Europort 2015, Mr Verhoeven points out that ultimate ownership or control of 40% of the world’s gross tonnage lies in an EU country. This means that politicians across Europe should be willing to listen to the shipping voice, but also that decisions made within the EU have ramifications globally.

For this reason, ECSA is also advocating speedy ratification at international level of the IMO Hong Kong Convention (HKC) on ship recycling. The regional 2013 EU Ship Recycling Regulation (EU SRR) may have been conceived to force the pace, but one of its provisions is to disallow the use of the ship beaching techniques that account for 70% of the ship scrapping industry.

SHIPPING ISSUES COME TO A HEAD AT EUROPORTWith the maritime and offshore sectors seemingly at the mercy of regulators as well as commercial realities, European Community of Shipowners Association Secretary General Patrick Verhoeven believes Europort 2015’s core ‘Maritime Leadership’ theme offers a timely reminder that the industry needs to come together to find a stronger voice.

ADVANCING MARITIME LEADERSHIP

UPDATE #JUNE 2015

GLOBAL AUDIENCE SHOWCASE FOR MARINE INGENUITYINTERNATIONAL SHIPYARD PRESENCE

Online floor plan & exhibitor listMake the most of Europort 2015 and

plan your visit in advance by checking out the online floor plan at: www.europort.nl. The online floor plan gives you an up-to-date overview of all participating companies.

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“As a worldwide operating company in offshore, naval vessels, workboats, cattle carriers and superyachts, the Europort exhibition is one of the most important shows for us as it is the international maritime meeting place.” (Michel van der Spek, Manager Marketing & Communications, Bolidt)

Rotterdam is the gateway to Northwest Europe and has developed into Europe’s most important industrial area, and its largest logistical hub with all sectors of the maritime chain represented within its vicinity. Europort embodies these qualities making it the meeting place for members of the international maritime community. The event’s breadth is unrivalled and provides the platform to connect the industry on a global level. As exhibitor Michel Vermeulen,

Sales Manager Marine, Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine Europe B.V. puts it, “Europort is a great place to strengthen the relationship with our satisfied customers and meet with any potential customers from all over the world.” The popularity and international appeal of Europort is echoed by fellow exhibitors - not surprising given the event attracts around 30,000 visitors from over 80 countries. “…this exhibition is dedicated to showcasing innovative technology with a strong focus on special purpose ships. We feel this exhibition is a great platform for us to show our products and expertise…” says Super B CEO, Mr. M.H. Doornekamp, “This will be a truly global event, with exhibitors and visitors from all over the world. This show will be of relevance to every single visitor”.

Europort 2015 will host 16 national pavilions including participation from Bulgaria, Spain, China, France, UK, USA, Greece, Italy, Finland, Malaysia, Singapore, Poland, Brazil, Turkey, Romania and The Netherlands.

Via Rotterdam and the Europort exhibition, Dutch and international companies have easy access to world markets and a global knowledge pool. Europort 2015 will bring the entire global maritime industry together in one place, at one time and for one purpose – advancing maritime leadership through cooperation.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Get in touch with industry leaders from all over the world and ensure you are up to date with the latest industry innovations. Go to www.europort.nl and register for a free visitor pass.

Europort is a must attend event for

ship owners, shipyard managers, ship

designers, superintendents, fleet managers,

ship brokers, technical engineers,

naval architects and all other maritime

professionals involved in shipbuilding,

repair or conversion.

WORLD MARITIME CITY ATTRACTS GLOBAL AUDIENCE

The Netherlands is at the centre of Europe’s maritime industries, one of the strongest maritime clusters in the world. Europe’s maritime traditions are widely acknowledged, but its continuing contribution to the wider economy, and as a creator of value and employment, gains less attention. In fact, the strength of the European maritime industry is based on the strength of the individual maritime sectors, but also on the synergies that exist within the entire maritime cluster. The EU controls 40% of the world’s fleet, by gross tonnage, and has experienced an increase of 70% in tonnage growth since 2005. The shipping industry is reckoned to contribute €145 billion per year to the EU’s overall GDP.

The Dutch maritime cluster is one of the largest and advanced maritime clusters in the world and is considered by many as the pioneer in cluster dynamics. In 2014, the Netherland’s maritime sector accounted for a total turnover of €26.1 billion, employed around 200,000 people and involved 12,000 businesses. Its strategic location offers a significant edge in serving the world’s largest consumer and industrial market, and it does so cost effectively. Dutch seaports are the preferred North Sea manufacturing, assembly, and service sites, due to the country’s central location in Europe and the superb transport system meeting the needs of the supply chain.

With some 260,000 shipping movements a year, the North Sea is one of the busiest seas in the world. The Dutch part of the North Sea, approximately a tenth of its entirety, is one of the most intensively used, seeing 110,000 of these movements to and from its seaports. And, while the maritime industry in the North Sea Region (NSR) has faced a stern challenge from Asian competition in shipbuilding activities, European companies are dominant

in specialised market segments such as cruise vessels (99% market share), offshore vessels (43%) and luxury yachts (65%). In addition, Europe’s naval segment remains a truly significant part of the maritime industry. In general, these segments are characterised by a high degree of specialisation, a high-tech approach and sophisticated production processes – the expertise Europort is focused on showcasing to the global maritime community.

While in volume terms the centre of shipbuilding may be elsewhere, European shipbuilders retain 3rd position in terms of the value of the order-book ($31.5bn) and new orders ($3.3bn), as a result of their focus on specialised vessel segments. Dutch shipbuilding is celebrated worldwide for its ability to deliver complex vessels on time and budget. Dredging vessels, high-speed patrol boats, construction vessels for the offshore cluster, mega-yachts, and dedicated short sea ships – these value-added ships are the bedrock of Dutch yard expertise. It is for this reason that Dutch Compensated Gross Tonnage figures consistently stay among the highest in the world.

2014 figures just released by Netherlands Maritime Technology put the Netherlands in the top 5 European shipbuilding nations. At the end of 2014, the Dutch orderbook stood at 156 ships (seagoing vessels) with a total tonnage of 698,000 CGT. Dutch shipyards delivered 67 ships with a total tonnage of 267,000 CGT, up on the previous year total of 235,000 CGT. These deliveries represented a total value of over €1.2 billion and over 80% of this value was generated by vessels built for foreign owners. Cargo carrying vessels and offshore vessels each accounted for about one-third of deliveries, with the remainder evenly split between dredgers and tugs/workboats. New business from the shortsea

cargo and project cargo segments increased, as did orders from the offshore wind industry. Additionally, 108 inland and small seagoing ships were delivered in 2014. Inland tankers, small cutter suction dredgers, river cruise vessels and tugs and workboats made up over 90% of these deliveries. The Dutch superyacht builders also had a successful 2014 with an orderbook at a record value of over €4 billion at the close of the year. Several yards are expanding their construction facilities to service the increase in demand.

European marine equipment manufacturers occupy a significant role in the global maritime industry, accounting for around 35% of the world market. Marine equipment accounts for up to 75% of a newbuild vessel in value terms and given the high percentage market share and value of European newbuilding, the European maritime technology industry remains one of the market’s leading players. Dutch suppliers continue to strengthen their order portfolios and turnover, total turnover for 2014 increased to €3.8 billion from €3.4 billion in 2013. Many of them have manufacturing facilities in foreign countries, built out of a knowledge base firmly controlled from home. Unsurprisingly, Europort attracts a large number of shipbuilders and leading marine suppliers from both the European cluster and overseas. Perhaps nowhere else in the world are equivalent opportunities for the co-operation, innovation and production that allow participants to build on each other’s strengths so close to hand. Certainly, when Europort 2015 opens its doors, they will open on a design, equipment supply and shipbuilding community that is both globally competitive and backed by some of the most renowned specialised R&D institutes in the world.

Securing its status on the maritime calendar and taking place at the centre of the European maritime cluster, Europort provides the industry platform to promote best practice and facilitate the cross-sectorial exchange of knowledge and expertise.

EUROPORT CELEBRATES THRIVING MARITIME CLUSTER

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WORLD MARITIME CITY ATTRACTS GLOBAL AUDIENCE

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EUROPORT IS A SHOWCASE FOR MARINE INGENUITY “It is a great pleasure for Hempel to take part in Europort in November 2015; we participate in every edition of the exhibition. The organisers do a great job of bringing together the leading decision makers in the shipping industry. As Europort has a strong focus on innovative technology, we find it is a great platform to promote Hempel’s ground-breaking products.” (Alex Schoenmakers, Hempel, Sales Manager Marine Benelux)

Innovation is needed to achieve market leadership. To stay ahead of the competition and retain market share calls for smarter, better and more inventive thinking. These are attributes that Europort champions in the industry, based on the contention that collaboration and cooperation offer the best ways of addressing the challenges of tomorrow.

There are many companies participating at Europort 2015 that embody these principles; for example, C-Job, the naval architect firm behind the ingenious Texelstroom ferry project. The resulting vessel has been developed with the customer and end-user in mind, based on unconventional thinking and close partnerships between C-Job, Vripack and TESO. The gas-electric hybrid ferry, due to be delivered in late 2015, combines a clever design that increases capacity without enlarging the outer dimensions, achieves low emissions and delivers state-of-the-art onboard logistics solutions.

Other exhibitors presenting a range of innovative solutions include KWx and its LED solutions that consume up to 85% less energy than conventional lighting and typically last as long as 50,000 more hours. Meanwhile, MTG (Metalogenia) will be

showcasing MTG Systems DMet - a new system providing an all-round solution to performing dredging operations in even the toughest hard rock applications. The system features a patented hammerless locking system, the MTG Twist.

As exhibitor Bruno Bouckaert, Global Sales Director, Hull Vane BV, points out: “Europort is an excellent platform to present an innovation like the Hull Vane, an energy saving device for relatively fast displacement ships. It’s a lot easier to explain the working principles during face-to-face meetings than through email or advertising.”

A prime example of the smart solutions devised in the industry in response to mounting commercial pressure and regulatory changes that are the focal point for this year’s Europort agenda, is the innovative vessel recently launched by another exhibitor, Damen. The LNG-propelled Damen EcoLiner design combines proven engineering with sustainable innovations, including the world’s first installations of the ACES Air-Lubricated Hull, a gas-electrical shaft propulsion system and one of the first Van der Velden® FLEX Tunnel installations. The pioneering vessel reduces fuel costs by up to 25%.

Europort highlights leadership in advanced technology concepts and is focused on cutting-edge innovation within the maritime industry. Not only providing the opportunity for companies to share their new products but as Nadine Buhmann, Vice President Marine & Offshore Business MTU, Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG states, Europort also fosters “interesting possibilities for expert discussions on new technology.”

The exhibition is recognised by companies that are known for their innovative technology skills and commitment to R&D activities like ABB, one of 2014’s Top 100 Global Innovators (Thomson Reuters) for its continued commitment to innovation, research and development. “Our past experience has shown that Europort has become one of the world’s leading maritime meeting places for professionals and pioneers in markets Royal IHC operates in”, commented Director Strategy & Communications, Kitty de Hey, continuing, “As a large supplier of innovative and efficient equipment, vessels and services for the offshore, dredging and wet mining markets, Europort gives us the ultimate opportunity to meet customers, prospective clients, suppliers and other important decision makers.”

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OPENING HOURS

Tuesday 3 November: 10:00 – 18:00 hoursWednesday 4 November: 10:00 – 18:00 hoursThursday 5 November: 10:00 – 22:00 hours Friday 6 November: 10:00 – 18:00 hours

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EUROPORT IS A SHOWCASE FOR MARINE INGENUITY

A crucial feature of Europort is the international range of shipyards it attracts. A large number of shipyards from across the world are already confirmed to participate at the exhibition in 2015.

Shipyards exhibiting at Europort bring the benefit of the full cross-section of services under one roof, from newbuild to retrofit and repairs, covering the complete spectrum of vessel types and geographical spread. Over 40 shipyards will be present in 2015 including; ASL Shipyard, Blohm & Voss, BLRT, Contanta Shipyard, Tallinn Shipyard, Turku Shipyard, Western Shipyard, West Sea Viana, Lisnave, Dakamave, GEMAK, COSCO, Drydocks World Dubai (UAE), Remontowa, Shipyard Nauta, MSR Gryfia and UZMAR.As well as the large international presence, the local Dutch shipyard industry is also strongly represented. Companies such as, Holland Shipyards, Royal IHC and Damen Shipyards will all be exhibiting in 2015. Remarking on his company’s

STRONG INTERNATIONAL SHIPYARD PRESENCE IN EUROPORT 2015

decision, Harold W.M. Linssen, Managing Director, Keppel Verolme, said: “Keppel Verolme is once again happy to participate in Europort 2015 and contribute to the growth and dynamism of the region’s maritime industry. As one of Europe’s

largest international trade shows for maritime technology, the exhibition is an excellent platform for Keppel Verolme to network and build relations with new and long-term industry partners and clients”.

HUMAN CAPITAL IS HIGH ON EVERYONE’S AGENDA

Europort is highlighting the importance of the human capital challenge with an entire day dedicated to this theme. Particular topics for discussion will include ways in which the industry can appeal to young talent and how the industry can provide the type of services those entering the industry have come to expect of competing land-based careers.

The impetus on human capital coincides with the publication of the 6th BIMCO/ICS Manpower Report, which focuses on seafarer supply and demand. The report, undertaken every 5 years, surveys maritime professionals to understand their views and the outlook for industry manpower. Preliminary findings released recently are that “happy ships”, timely wage payments, and career promotion opportunities influenced whether seafarers would stay or leave their employer.

They also found that 66% of seafarers were confident of securing another job in the industry in less than three months if they had to leave their current placement. Finally, basic pay and internet access were the most popular responses when asked about improvements in conditions at sea within the past two years.

These ideas and many others will be examined in the Europort Masterclass series, a joint initiative with Netherlands Maritime Technology, which culminates with a Leadership through Human Capital session. The Masterclass will address the theme of ‘Attracting and retaining the talent your company needs’. Participants will gain a better understanding of sustainable human resource management, discover what makes a good employer, discuss the do’s and don’ts of an in-house academy and explore the effects of recruiting and retaining high calibre personnel.

The human capital issue is squarely on the agenda for the entire maritime industry in 2015. Another important aspect, education and training, forms the theme of this year’s IMO World Maritime Day. IMO Secretary-General Koji Sekimizu has pinpointed these areas as critical to the long-term sustainability of the sector, saying: “Effective standards of training remain the bedrock of a safe and secure shipping industry, which needs to preserve the quality, practical skills and competence of qualified human resources”.

Europort 2015 will focus on the key manning, maritime training and welfare

issues facing shipping, with an emphasis on the strategies and tools required

to tackle impending crew deficiencies, increase crew retention and raise

onboard performance.

40 destinations Rotterdam – The Hague Airport

2h37 Thalys Rotterdam – Paris

27 min. Intercity Direct Rotterdam – Amsterdam

45 min. Rotterdam – Schiphol Amsterdam Airport

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Hotel booking service with special rates www.europort.nl/hotel-service

Free hotel shuttle servicewww.europort.nl/shuttle-service

Visa service to receive visa invitation letter within online registration www.europort.nl/registration

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The Europort Masterclasses are an initiative of Ahoy Rotterdam, organiser of Europort, and Netherlands Maritime Technology (NMT), the Dutch association of shipyards, maritime suppliers and service providers. “As an association we promote and facilitate research, development and innovation within the sector. Not only within the Netherlands, but also on a European level,” remarked Sanne de Vleeschhouwer, NMT’s project manager for the Europort masterclass programme. “These masterclasses are an excellent way for maritime companies to inspire each other, learn from other industries, share knowledge and profit from the networking opportunity.” Each masterclass will address the leadership challenges currently facing the industry across the areas of design, technology, efficiency and human capital.

Moving towards a sustainable transport solution whilst maintaining the cutting edge in design, manufacturing and innovative production capabilities, is the challenge explored within the design themed masterclass. The efficiency masterclasses will combine the views of leading academics, industry professionals and ship owners in an interesting and enlightening debate focused

on the topics of condition based monitoring and fuel. In the constant drive to minimize downtime and the time and cost spent on maintenance there is huge potential for using real-time data to better effect, these new concepts in condition based maintenance will be discussed in depth. The fuel session is especially timely considering the changes in regulation that are now in force and the fluctuations in the energy market. Ship owners need every advantage to stay competitive and future-proof their fleets. This session will provide trend forecasts, analysis and solutions within a unique forum where participants are able to share experiences and hear from those with insight into the complicated decision process.

The technology themed sessions will delve into the hot topic of autonomy and the effects it could have on the shipping industry. Will it make operations more efficient and less expensive? What are the latest developments? Mr. Dr. Jens-Olof Lindh, R&D Management at Saab Kockums, will address the influence of unmanned systems in maritime operations; “We develop unmanned maritime systems for defense, security and safety purposes. The market and applications for such

autonomous systems is developing quickly ”. Prof Dr. Eric van Hooydonk of the University of Ghent will present the results of a study on the regulation of unmanned merchant ships. According to his study maritime law appears to be relatively well armed for the introduction of unmanned (either remotely operated or autonomous) merchant ships. A further session will investigate the implications for manufacturing. Techniques such as 3D printing offer the opportunity to reduce the lead-time between design and production. Moreover, it offers shipping companies the possibility to print spare parts on board. What do these trends mean for the production process, services and business models of maritime companies? In total, 6 masterclasses will run bringing together leading professionals to share their knowledge and expertise. Over the course of 3 hours participants will gain knowledge of the latest technologies and innovations shaping the industry, an insight into future developments and interact with the industry’s leading figures.

Online registration for the Masterclasses is now open. More information and the exact schedule, please visit: www.europort.nl

A MASTERCLASS IN LEADERSHIPA new dimension to the Europort conference programme for 2015 is a series of Masterclasses. The series is designed to consolidate and allow in-depth exploration across the key themes underpinning Europort 2015; technological leadership, ship efficiency, new market opportunities and human capital.

EXPLORING INNOVATION IN ENERGY EFFICIENT SHIP TECHNOLOGYAs global competition increases, the key to survival is designing, building and operating ships more efficiently. Europort has added a conference to its programme in 2015 specifically to explore advances in this area, one of the key themes of the exhibition.

‘Energy Efficient Ships 2015’, hosted by The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA), will form part of the conference programme at Europort 2015. ‘Energy Efficient Ships 2015’ will explore all the current themes pertinent to driving efficiency within the maritime sector. Papers presented will cover: Operational strategies to improve ship efficiency; Retrofit technologies, Designing energy efficient ships; Performance verification, monitoring and management; Full-scale measurements and demonstrations; Radical energy saving strategies and devices; and Enforcement.

The global effort to reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) continues to gain traction and shipping,

despite being one of the most efficient means of transportation for bulk commodities, is subject to increasingly stringent regulations. Ship efficiency solutions are driving commercial decisions, and the industry must innovate to operate and run lower emissions-higher energy efficient ships.

There is considerable potential for further reducing emissions in the shipping sector and a lot of the technology is already available. However, current uptake of many of these technologies is limited due to the cost of implementation and a lack of knowledge regarding their effectiveness on specific ship types/sizes/routes. In the longer-term, improvements in shipping efficiency will be achieved

through the integration of innovative technologies on new vessels; optimal performance across an operational profile, not just a single “design point”. Europort has partnered with RINA to explore the leading international opinions and expertise in the research, development and operation of all aspects of naval architecture and maritime technology as it relates to the field of ship efficiency. Professional representatives from naval architects, class societies, operators, researchers, and builders will present the latest innovations.

For further information and registration, please visit: www.rina.org.uk/Energy_Efficient_Ships

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The ninth such gathering, BND, is organised in conjunction with the Brazilian Embassy. It will take place on November 3rd in the Conference Centre of Ahoy Rotterdam.

The BND acts as a focal point for leaders from the public and private sectors wishing to renew or make contacts in a market that remains one of the shipping and offshore sector’s hottest prospects, despite recent setbacks. “The day is an initiative of the Brazilian Embassy in The Hague, and has attracted cooperation from KPMG, Rabobank, Baker Mckenzie, Intertrust, KvK Rotterdam and the Dutch Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (DUTCHAM),” says Raymond Siliakus, Exhibition Manager, Europort. “It’s a vibrant event that has grown quickly since it was first staged in 2011. We’re predicting

attendance by over 1,000 guests. We’re delighted to partner the Embassy hosting an occasion that will include a unique opportunity to mingle for those in or interested in the Brazilian shipping and offshore sectors.” More than 100 representatives from Brazil will attend through trade delegations, while Government participation is being supported by individual Brazilian states, including representation from the State Governors of Sao Paolo, Rio. “The BND is a day like no other, for those with a commercial interest in Brazil,” says Mr Siliakus. “Under one roof, for one day, the decision makers from local Government, multinationals, entrepreneurs doing or considering doing business in Brazil, and investors get a networking opportunity that can permanently change the way they do business in Brazil.”

DECISIVE DAY FOR BRAZILEuroport 2015 is acting as co-host to Brazil Network Day, the one day event that brings together commercial, financial and governmental interests for an intense session of discussions and networking on opportunities in Brazil.

The legendary ship sailed to almost every corner of the world as the former flagship of the Holland America Line. Today, the ship is back in her birthplace, the city of Rotterdam, and offers the perfect venue for the Europort Cruise Party. Taking place on Wednesday 4 November it’s an ideal occasion to meet industry friends, enjoy good food and drinks while soaking up the beautiful scenery of

the river Maas and the skyline of the dynamic city of Rotterdam. Shuttle buses will be available after the exhibition closes to transfer visitors and exhibitors to the event.

For more details and to order tickets, please visit: www.europort.nl

EUROPORT CRUISE PARTYAhoy Connect is a new, free service from Ahoy Rotterdam to improve networking opportunities during Europort. It is a digital, business networking-platform where you can get in touch with exhibitors and visitors of Europort 2015. Based on data you provide during registration as well as personal searching criteria, the service will provide the opportunity to match with persons of interest, in order to make appointments at the exhibition.

NEW MATCHMAKING SERVICE

EUROPORT PROGRAMME

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