Ship Recycling Forum - Dubai 2009

This one day forum for shipowners, shipbreakers, shipbrokers, legislators, classification societies, lawyers and regulators will provide insight into the radically changing regulatory environment and tackle the hard commercial issues affecting the demolition industry.

With the world financial crisis causing shipowners to radically reassess their fleets, is older tonnage now becoming too hot to handle? Or does recycling present an opportunity to show off green credentials? Is the scrap bonanza over for good, or will the credit crunch prompt a new boom for demolition? But when times are tough, are owners prepared to pay more for environmentally friendly demolition?

Chaired by Nikos Mikelis of IMO the Forum will shine a much needed spotlight on how the current changes will impact ship owners, ship breakers and associated industries. A top line-up of influential speakers drawn from government, industry and NGO’s will provide delegates with thorough insight and understanding of current thinking in ship recycling, while a lively social networking programme has been designed to maximize delegate interaction and value for time.

When: January 19 2009

Where: Hyatt Regency Dubai

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Name: 2nd Optimising Ship Maintenance

Place and dates: 28th & 29th of January 2009

Hamburg, Germany

Notes:

ACI’s 2nd Optimising Ship Maintenance Conference will build on the achievements of the previous event by exploring the solutions available to overcome the practical challenges of implementing a maintenance management strategy and thus optimising operational efficiency. The business case for pro-active maintenance strategies has been made and the theory behind how to approach this discussed. The 2nd Optimising Ship Maintenance addresses the operational obstacles in the path to ensuring maximum value from your maintenance plan. Develop the tools and methods necessary to ensure the best performance from your fleet.

Our expert panel of speakers comprises leading Technical and Operational maintenance executives from global ship owning and ship management companies which include Jensen Maddey of Marlow Ship Management, Carl Madsen of Clipper Marine Services A/S, Bruno Caillard of Brostrom Tankers SAS, Andrew Trumble of BP Shipping or again Franck Kayser of CMA-CGM, amongst many others.

They will be giving you an insight into the hottest developments in the implementation of cost effective maintenance strategies.

To get a full brochure or to register, please contact Melanie Mulazzi on +44 207 981 2504 or  HYPERLINK “mailto:mmulazzi@acius.net” mmulazzi@acius.net.

ACI’s 2nd Optimising Ship Maintenance Conference will build on the achievements of the previous event by exploring the solutions available to overcome the practical challenges of implementing a maintenance management strategy and thus optimising operational efficiency. The business case for pro-active maintenance strategies has been made and the theory behind how to approach this discussed. The 2nd Optimising Ship Maintenance addresses the operational obstacles in the path to ensuring maximum value from your maintenance plan. Develop the tools and methods necessary to ensure the best performance from your fleet.

THE AGENDA

Throughout the 2 days you will have the opportunity to hear from your industry peers and discover the hottest developments in the implementation of cost effective maintenance strategies:
• Discover how to adapt maintenance management systems to suit your shipping operations
• Understand how to assess the effectiveness of your maintenance program
• Examine how to engage crew in the successful execution of your maintenance plan
• Reduce time out of service through the effective management of the different components of your maintenance value chain

AN INTERACTIVE 2 DAYS

ACI’s meetings offer the perfect opportunity to discover the latest updates and to discuss your own challenges and solutions with your peers through an interactive and informative 2 day programme.
• Hear from an outstanding line-up of the industry’s leading technical professionals.
• Network informally with a relatively small, targeted group of senior-level decision-makers from the maritime industry.
• Discuss the latest challenges and developments in this rapidly changing sector of the industry.
• Participate in roundtable sessions – giving you the chance to discuss the latest issues with your colleagues – and the speakers – in an open, informal and intimate setting

Who will attend?

All ACI’s events attract a targeted group of senior level researchers and decision-makers from industry. Our meetings are strictly end-user focussed. Only a select group of companies are invited to sponsor the event – to ensure the emphasis is on the industry participants, and making sure our delegates have a valuable and positive experience.

Delegates will include Directors and Managers of Technical, Engineering, Superintendent, Maintenance and Fleet.

Where: Hamburg, Germany

When: January 28-29, 2009

CONFERENCE HOME

* Identify the full range of potential risks to your business
* Examine and compare traditional methods of risk management
* Explore the latest derivative tools used in shipping
* Assess the best use of freight futures and FFAs
* Analyse the effect of fluctuations in freight rates, bunker prices, interest rates, foreign exchange rates and vessel value prices

Plus

* Analytical, practical examples of hedging risks are presented in every case

12 Hours CPD: The Solicitors Regulation Authority
Why you should attend:

In today’s highly volatile and risky business environment it is imperative for businesses to be able to accurately identify sources of risk and be armed with the tools to deal with them effectively.

Implementing risk management strategies in our increasingly sophisticated and competitive environment can often make the difference between surviving or failing, and almost certainly gives companies a competitive advantage and the ability to increase profitability.

This course, which was first introduced internationally by its course leaders in 2004, is now brought to you for the first time as a series in London, Hamburg, Oslo and other locations. Already established as a world-leader in shipping derivatives education, the aim of this programme is to provide high quality training in the areas of derivatives and risk management in shipping.

Traditional methods of risk management and more recent derivatives tools will be explored through this unique programme. The course has been designed to draw on the experience and high quality work of Professor Manolis Kavussanos of Athens University of Economics and Business (ASSOE) and Assistant Professor Ilias Visvikis of ALBA Graduate Business School. More than ten years’ pioneering work is embedded in the program, which brings market participants to the forefront of developments in the areas of risk management and derivatives in shipping.
Why this course?

Combining academic rigor with the practical knowledge, this course offers essential skills and guidance to company personnel wishing to implement shipping derivatives for risk management purposes. It reflects all recent developments in the area of shipping derivatives, by continuous reviewing and updating of its curriculum. The course includes practical examples with real data covering every aspect of risk in shipping, hands on simulations, exercises and discussions using small group discussions to maximise interaction.

Past delegates have included dry-bulk and wet-bulk sectors, container shipping, cruise lines, passenger shipping, ship registers, shipbroking, banks, fund managers, lawyers and insurers.
Who should attend:

Shipowners and CEOs, Treasurers and CFOs, MDs, Ship Operators, Ship Managers, Chartering Managers, Operations Managers, Shipbrokers, Maritime Lawyers, Accountants, Financial Analysts, Naval Architects, Bankers, Shipping Fund Investors, Traders, Risk and Asset Managers, Oil Traders

“Clear presentations, good building block approach, lively and interesting interaction with participants”
(delegate January 2008)

Where: Oslo, Norway

When: January 26-27, 2009

* Examine charterparties, bills of lading and key shipping documentation
* Discuss liability under the Hague, Hague-Visby and Hamburg Rules
* Analyse issues of delivery of cargo, cargo insurance, unseaworthiness and due diligence
* Address the handling of claims for dangerous cargo, containers and cargo theft and fraud
* Explore the resolution of disputes through arbitration

Featuring case studies and practical sessions on:

* Limitation of liability
* Contamination and shortage problems
* Establishing and handling a cargo claim

Why you should attend:

Now in its 22nd year this annual 3 day event offers shipping professionals from both the wet and dry industries valuable insights into the intricacies of marine cargo claims.

The expert panel of leading legal and insurance specialists led by Nicholas Woo, Birketts Solicitors, will guide delegates through every aspect of the marine cargo claims handling process. It will show you the tools that are available and how to achieve a good result, both in a reasonable time frame and at a reasonable cost.

Interactive case studies will provide effective illustrations of marine cargo claims handling procedures, and key workshops will present an opportunity to place into context the theory imparted over the course of the three days.

This seminar will be suitable for those new to the marine cargo claims industry, or for those needing a refresher or update to their knowledge. To ensure your participation book your place today.
Who should attend:

* Charterers
* Ship owners
* Claims executives
* Ship brokers
* Commodity companies
* Ship managers
* Maritime lawyers
* Salvage companies
* Operations executives
* P&I Club executives

Where: London, UK

When: January 26-29, 2009

* Studying the implications of human error – strategies and guidelines used by the MOD
* Considering complex salvage agreements
* Examining General Average, transshipment and salvage following a casualty scenario
* Exploring modern investigation techniques used in shipping accidents
* Tackling fires and explosions
* unravelling complications
* Analysing expert evidence and working through investigation reports
* Considering the operational challenges for salvage operators

Why you should attend:

Maritime accidents and casualties, whether caused by machine failure, explosions, fires, groundings or collisions, happen all too regularly. Handling the situation and tackling the aftermath of incidences can be expensive and surrounded in time-consuming complications. Managing the whole process effectively is so important to ensure that any further complications are avoided.

Managing Maritime Accidents and Casualties fifth annual seminar provides an opportunity, second-to-none, to be fully briefed on accident and casualty management including key elements of the investigation procedure. Through practical workshop sessions and discussion time, speakers will give examples of understanding how to best manage the investigation process, the importance of handling the situation and sharing vital evidence, dealing with claims, technical complications, the law and regulatory framework, following the potential for major disputes and media complications following any disaster.

This year’s seminar will cover some of the major cases to-date which have been litigated. Through case studies and workshops, each session will enable participants to glean the very latest techniques in handling and investigating major maritime accidents, and to analyse trends and specific difficult areas which come up time and time again.
Who should attend:

* Ship owners
* Maritime lawyers
* Expert witnesses
* Risk managers
* Insurance companies
* Marine surveyors
* Marine administrators
* Ship managers
* Salvors
* Marine insurers
* Marine engineers

Where: London, UK

When: January 21-22, 2009

Attending the PVA Annual Convention at MariTrends and the PVA Ferry Conference at MariTrends is the most comprehensive industry event for passenger vessel operators and industry suppliers. The PVA Annual Convention at MariTrends is the place to get answers, ideas and the key industry contacts needed to take them to the next level. Attendees are treated to a highly diverse program of in-depth seminars, workshops, expert speakers and special events; aimed specifically at the passenger vessel industry.

As an added bonus, the MariTrends exhibition brings together key passenger vessel vendors and suppliers to showcase a wide array of industry products and services designed to help solve pressing operational questions and problems.

When you attend the PVA Annual Convention at MariTrends and the PVA Ferry Conference at MariTrends, you are guaranteed to come away with information, ideas and contacts that will benefit your company…and your bottom-line.

Where: San Francisco, California

When: January 9-12, 2009