Following extensive deliberation and in-depth brainstorming, The Nautical Institute Singapore Branch announce the list of speakers and its agenda for its annual conference, with theme ”“Seafaring in the modern, and everchanging millennium”
This year, the event aims to dive into an overarching focus on the future of seafarers in the maritime industry. These include rapid improvements in technology, additional regulations, environmental concerns, and new fuel systems being introduced onboard ships.
The conference will host close to 200 maritime professionals and key industry leaders who will be immersed in three comprehensive panel discussions. The fifth edition of this annual conference will be happening at M Hotel Singapore on 27 October 2023.
The Guest of Honour will be Mr. Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive, Maritime Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) who will also be delivering the welcome speech. Subsequently, Managing Director of Gard Singapore, John Martin, and The Nautical Institute, Global Vice President Capt. W.N.S.K.A.M. Wijayakulathilaka (Nish) will kick off the conference with their respective keynote addresses.
During the conference, panel discussions will also be accompanied by speaking slots represented by various organisations. The confirmed panel topics are as follows:
- Session 1: Sustainability: Fuelling The Future
- Session 2: Seafarers: Going Beyond Certification
- Session 3: Navigation: Charting a Course Towards an Autonomous Bridge
Among many esteemed speakers, SAFETY4SEA’s Managing Editor, Apo Belokas, will present key findings of the 2023 SEAFiT Crew survey that revealed many mental health barriers, and that physical wellbeing is the most ignored among other aspects.
Other speakers include: Capt Nish Wijayakulathilaka, Vice President, The Nautical Institute; Susana Germino, General Manager, Sustainability and Decarbonisation, Swire Bulk; Karmesh Tiwari, Head of New Technology, MC Shipping; Dr Sanjay C Kuttan, Chief Technology Officer, Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and; Ashish Anilan, Asst. Director – Sustainability Lead (iCARE), Bureau Veritas Marine (Singapore)
Capt. Yves Vandenborn FNI, Honorary President of The Nautical Institute (Singapore) commented: “We are thrilled to announce the distinguished speakers line up for this year’s conference. Each one of them brings a unique perspective, invaluable expertise, and a passion for driving change in our industry.”
One of our goals is to create a platform and event where thought leaders can share their insights, inspire innovation, and spark meaningful discussions on challenges faced by seafarers, maintaining the safety and efficiency of shipping operations globally.
… Capt Yves Vandenborn added.
