This year’s convention boasts a distinguished lineup of executives and industry experts who will tackle key issues facing the shipping and marine fuel sectors. Attendees can look forward to in-depth discussions on regulatory updates, assessments from prominent shipping associations, and valuable insights from shipowners and bunker suppliers. A significant focus will be placed on alternative fuels and the anticipated 2025 Mediterranean Emission Control Area (Med ECA).
In addition to the main agenda, participants will have the opportunity to enroll in two specialized training courses. The ISO 8217:2024 course is particularly noteworthy, offering an extensive overview of the latest marine fuel quality standards. This course is especially relevant for those dealing with very low sulfur fuels, biodiesel (FAME and HVO), and biodiesel-residual fuel blends. The Future Fuels course will provide a comprehensive examination of both current and emerging marine fuels, addressing operational challenges, safety concerns, and regulatory compliance. Industry experts will cover topics such as LNG, methanol, biofuels, and ammonia, exploring their future market viability and adherence to evolving standards.
For those interested in participating, registration for the IBIA Annual Convention and the associated training courses is still open. Visit IBIA Annual Convention to secure your place. With a dynamic agenda and ample networking opportunities, the IBIA Annual Convention is set to be a landmark event in the maritime industry.
The Convention agenda will showcase leading C-suite executives and industry leaders who are influencing the future of the sector, including:
- Kostas G. Gkonis – Director & Secretary General, INTERCARGO (the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners)
- Timothy Cosulich, Immediate Past Chair, IBIA, CEO, Fratelli CosulichVassilios Dimoulas – Technology & Innovation Director, Bureau Veritas
- Eirik Nyhus – Vice President, Director Environment, DNV
- Nicos Rescos – COO, Star Bulk Carriers Corp.
- Stamatis N. Tsantanis – Chairman and CEO, Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.
- Kenneth Dam – Global Head of Bunkering,TFG Marine
- Keld R. Demant – CEO, Bunker Holding
- Vassilios Dimoulas – Technology & Innovation Director, Bureau Veritas
- Neils den Nijs – CEO, Titan
- Sifis I. Vardinoyannis – Director, Sekavin Bunkering Stations S.A.
- John Stirling – Director, Marine Technical, Global Physical Operations, World Fuel Services
- Monique Vermeire – Fuels Specialist, Chevron Belgium
- Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou – Co-CEO, Tototheo Global
- Sofia Fürstenberg Stott – Partner, Fürstenberg Maritime Advisory
- Maria Skipper Schwenn – Director of Environmental Regulatory and Public Affairs, Bunker Holding
- Samir Fernandez – Director, Cepsa Trading S.A.U.
- Kenneth Juhls – Managing Director, ZeroNorth Bunker
- Claudia Beumer – Owner/Director, C4Fuel BV
For the full agenda: https://www.ibiaconvention.com/agenda-2024
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