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The International Propeller Club Celebrates its 96th Annual Convention in Athens Largest Chapter, Port of Piraeus, to Host

September 1, 2022-- The International Propeller Club – one of the world’s oldest international maritime organizations – will have its 96th annual Convention and Port President’s meeting in Athens, Greece at the Grand Hyatt Athens Hotel from September 20-22.  The Propeller Club of Piraeus, Greece was founded in 1935 and is the oldest active Club outside the United States, and, in terms of membership, it is the largest Club in the world with over 700 members.

“Members are anxious to network and reacquaint themselves with maritime professionals from around the world, especially since the Covid-19 pandemic required virtual meetings in 2020 and 2021” observed Joel Whitehead, Executive Vice President of The International Propeller Club.  “We look forward to the opportunity to celebrate the work of the Propeller Club in the home of our largest Club.”

The Convention will feature many opportunities for maritime professionals to learn about hot industry topics including six panels on topics of great interest to the maritime community: Current Geopolitical Events and their Impact on Trading Patterns and Energy Routes; Port Operations in Today’s Fast-Changing Environment; The Human Element: and Preparing for the Future in Maritime Education and Reskilling.  Additionally, there will be two panels on Navigating the “NEXT” Stage of the Shipping Evolution Driven by Digitalization and Decarbonization and Sustainable Shipping.

Guests and spouses of Propeller club members will be invited to attend a guided tour of Athens with a visit to Acropolis Hill and the amazing New Acropolis Museum, focused on the archaeological discoveries at the Acropolis of Athens. The final day’s tour will be a guided tour of the Temple of Poseidon located at the tip of the Sounion Peninsula at the southernmost point of Attica. Made entirely of white marble, it was erected in the middle of the 5th century BC and dedicated to Poseidon, the ancient god of the sea. Members and guests will cap off the Convention’s activities with a cocktail reception and gala dinner at the Yacht Club of Greece in Piraeus.

The International Propeller Club was conceived in 1922 as an ever-growing group of maritime professionals met informally in New York each day over lunch to discuss issues of the industry.  As the group became too large for casual conversation, speakers began to be invited to address the group.  News of the club spread to other port cities, and Propeller Clubs were formed in Boston, New Orleans, and a student club at Yale University.  On November 7, 1927, The Propeller Club of the United States was formed as a national and international organization, with individual member clubs designated as “Ports.” 

The International Propeller Club is an international business network dedicated to the promotion of the maritime industry, commerce, and global trade.  Today’s membership comprises a cross-section of the maritime industry in more than 70 Ports in maritime locations around the world, including almost 30 in foreign cities.

Partners and Participants Lining up for SHIPPINGInsight 2022! Decade of Demand features Industry “Shapers and Movers”

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September 3, 2022: SHIPPINGInsight 2022: Decade of Demand Conference and Exhibition being held October 11-13th at the Stamford Hilton in Connecticut features the maritime industry’s “Shapers and Movers” for navigating the future of shipping in its evolution to meet the many demands being placed on it.  Key industry leaders such as Diana Shipping’s Semiramis Paliou, ABS’ Chris Wiernicki, International Seaway’s Lois Zabrocky, DNV’s Knut Orbeck-Nielssen, Euronav’s Hugo DeStoop, Sitar Shipping’s Sanjam Gupta, Lloyd’s Register Kevin Humphreys and more will join solution providers in shaping the future of shipping.

SHIPPINGInsight is in its 12th year of providing a platform for fleet management and solution providers to exchange views and information on strategies for the maritime industry to accelerate change in order to meet the demands of society, regulations, operational risk, crew welfare and protection of the environment. Its program addresses the complex areas of decarbonization, digitalization, disruption, defense and decisions.  Technical sessions on fleet management optimization, fuel and bunkering, energy alternatives, regulatory compliance challenges, cyber security, and safety on the high seas are also a feature.  Its capstone is the globally renowned SHARK TANK, where investors and owners meet new technology competing for SHIPPINGInsight’s Innovation Award.

“We are looking forward to gathering for this critically important event where fleet management meets maritime technology to chart our industry’s course over the next decades to meet the demands for a cleaner and more efficient industry” stated Carleen Lyden Walker, Chief Evolution Officer for SHIPPINGInsight.  “We are delighted by the determination and vision of our “Shapers and Movers” to achieve this.”

In addition to gathering Maritime’s “Shakers and Movers”, SHIPPINGInsight will be offering unique networking opportunities.  On Tuesday October 11th there will be Celebrity Karaoke and Greek Food Truck Dinner; on Wednesday there will be a Band Jam Night at the Black Duck in Westport, followed Thursday morning by a “Speed Dating” breakfast. 

 

REGISTER TODAY and join the thought leaders and solution providers as we navigate towards the future of shipping and empowering and improving our ability to transport more than 90% of the world’s goods and energy!

 

About SHIPPINGInsight

Originally established in 2012, SHIPPINGInsight has grown steadily each year. Focusing on fleet optimization and innovation, the event provides a forum for fleet managers and solution providers to exchange ideas and discuss challenges in facing the transformation of the industry.  More than 750 delegates from 35 countries attended the 2021 event, including 121 shipping company executives.  For more information, please visit www.shippinginsight.com.

There are still a few openings for partners.  For more information on becoming a partner, contact Rebecca Tribelli at r.tribelli@shippinginsight.com

US Coast Guard comes out in force for NAMEPA Register today for NAMEPA’s 15th Anniversary Annual Conference and Marine Environment Protection Awards Dinner: Gazing into the Crystal Ball- The Next 15

September 13, 2022: Carleen Lyden Walker, Co-Founder and Executive Director, announced that both VADM Peter Gautier (Deputy Commandant for Operations) and RDML Wayne Arguin (Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy) will be adding their guidance to the discussions with VADM assisting in the presentation of the Awards at the North American Marine Environment Protection Association’s (NAMEPA) 15th Anniversary Annual Marine Environment Protection Conference and Awards Event. Registration is open now for this signature event being held on board the Hornblower Infinity in New York City on October 27th, 2022.

While shipping wrestles with a myriad of changes, it is also looking to the future and what shipping will look like in 15 years: what will the regulations look like? The markets? The fleets? The fuel?  This year’s Annual Conference Program will feature industry professionals exploring the many facets of shipping’s future through discussion of their expectations, aspirations, and potential rewards.  Leadership from winners of the Marine Environment Awards winners will be featured on a Roundtable discussion format.

“Shipping is in a transformational time, with maritime professionals seeking insight as to what the future holds,” observed Ms. Walker.  “As a community, it is important to discuss and dissect the many pathways forward.  One of NAMEPA’s hallmark traits is to provide a forum for such a discussion amongst industry, regulators and students.” 

The conference will be followed by NAMEPA’s Annual Marine Environment Protection Awards (MEP Awards) Dinner recognizing the achievements of industry leaders, companies, organizations and government agencies in their efforts to “Save Our Seas.” The MEP Awards are given in recognition of an individual or organization’s innovative and extraordinary effort to commit themselves to preserving the marine environment as exemplified by a commitment to programs which have specific objectives set for environmental performance and improvement.

 

To register for the event, go to Register Now!

 

The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) is a marine industry-led organization of environmental stewards preserving the marine environment by promoting sustainable marine industry best practices and educating seafarers, students and the public about the need and strategies for protecting global ocean, lake and river resources. Visit us at: www.namepa.net 

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Stars are aligning for SHIPPINGInsight 2022! Shell’s Maarten Poort and GENCO’s Johnathan Wobensmith join Lineup

September 13, 2022: SHIPPINGInsight 2022: Decade of Demand Conference and Exhibition being held October 11-13th at the Stamford Hilton in Connecticut has just announced Shell’s Head of Shipping for the Americas, Maarten Poort, and GENCO’s CEO, John Wobensmith, are to complement key industry leaders such as Diana Shipping’s Semiramis Paliou, ABS’ Chris Wiernicki, International Seaway’s Lois Zabrocky, DNV’s Knut Orbeck-Nielssen, Euronav’s Hugo DeStoop, Sitar Shipping’s Sanjam Gupta, Lloyd’s Register Kevin Humphreys and more to join forces with solution providers in shaping the future of shipping.  Representing a cross section of the global maritime world, this year’s event

SHIPPINGInsight is in its 12th year of providing a platform for fleet management and solution providers to exchange views and information on strategies for the maritime industry to accelerate change in order to meet the demands of society, regulations, operational risk, crew welfare and protection of the environment. Its program addresses the complex areas of decarbonization, digitalization, disruption, defense and decisions.  Technical sessions on fleet management optimization, fuel and bunkering, energy alternatives, regulatory compliance challenges, cyber security, and safety on the high seas are also a feature.  Its capstone is the globally renowned SHARK TANK, where investors and owners meet new technology competing for SHIPPINGInsight’s Innovation Award.

“We are honored to have Maarten and John join this critically important event where fleet management meets maritime technology.” stated Carleen Lyden Walker, Chief Evolution Officer for SHIPPINGInsight.  “They will bring unique insights and perspectives to the fore.”

In addition to gathering Maritime’s key leaders, SHIPPINGInsight will be offering unique networking opportunities.  On Tuesday October 11th there will be Celebrity Karaoke and Greek Food Truck Dinner; on Wednesday there will be a Band Jam Night at the Black Duck in Westport, followed Thursday morning by a “Speed Dating” breakfast. 

 

REGISTER TODAY and join the thought leaders and solution providers as we navigate towards the future of shipping and empowering and improving our ability to transport more than 90% of the world’s goods and energy!

 

 

About SHIPPINGInsight

Originally established in 2010, SHIPPINGInsight has grown steadily each year. Focusing on fleet optimization and innovation, the event provides a forum for fleet managers and solution providers to exchange ideas and discuss challenges in facing the transformation of the industry.  More than 750 delegates from 35 countries attended the 2021 event, including 121 shipping company executives.  For more information, please visit www.shippinginsight.com.

There are still a few openings for partners.  For more information on becoming a partner, contact Rebecca Tribelli at r.tribelli@shippinginsight.com

NAMEPA Announces the Winners of its Marine Environment Protection Awards

September 23, 2022: The prestigious NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) Marine Environment Protection Awards for 2022 were announced today. Winners include ABS for the Industry Award, Port of Long Beach, Kai Martin from Pasha Group being honored as an Individual, Blue Sky Maritime Coalition for Association, Seamen’s Church Institute, Department of Energy’s Wind Power Technologies Office, Principle Power for Innovation, Dr. Michael Alfultis of SUNY Maritime, and Cargill for Sustainability.  The Awards will be presented at NAMEPA’s Annual Marine Environment Protection Conference, celebrating its 15th year Anniversary, being held in person on October 27th.

NAMEPA’s Marine Environment Protection Awards are given in recognition of an individual or organization’s innovative and extraordinary effort to commit themselves to preserving the marine environment as exemplified by a commitment to programs which have specific objectives set for environmental performance and improvement. The categories were Non-Profit, Education, Environmental, Government Agency, Individual, Industry, Port, and Seafarer Welfare.

“We are so impressed and proud of the work that our recipients are doing and the incredible things they have accomplished,” stated Carleen Lyden Walker, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of NAMEPA. “The marine industry works tirelessly to deliver more than 90% of the world’s goods and energy safely and with a keen eye to reducing its environmental impact. It is NAMEPA’s mission to provide a forum for this discussion. It is an honor to spotlight our winners’ efforts, along with community partners who share our values to “Save our Seas”.

The award winners each will receive framed certificates and a desk trophy presented to them by NAMEPA Chairman Joe Hughes and the USCG’s VADM Peter Gautier, Deputy Commandant for Operations (DCO).

The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) was officially launched in 2007.  NAMEPA is a marine industry-led organization of environmental stewards preserving the marine environment by promoting sustainable marine industry best practices and educating seafarers, students and the public about the need and strategies for protecting global ocean, lake and river resources.  For more information, go to www.namepa.net

Media inquiries:  Carleen Lyden Walker, c.walker@morganmarketcomm.com, +203 260 0480

The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) is a marine industry-led organization of environmental stewards preserving the marine environment by promoting sustainable marine industry best practices and educating seafarers, students and the public about the need and strategies for protecting global ocean, lake and river resources. Visit us at: www.namepa.net