Events FORTHCOMING CONFERENCES & SEMINARS
8 September 2010
SEA10, the annual conference of the Australian Shipowners Association
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
The theme of this year’s event reflects the International Maritime Organization’s Year of the Seafarer.
Further information: Karen Shaw, mobile 0400 546 561, email karen.shaw@asa.com.au
13-15 September 2010
Tuna 2010
Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
The world’s leading global tuna industry event.
Further information: Kishore Navani, Event Organiser, Baird Publications Pty Ltd, marinfo@baird.com.au, phone (03) 9645 0411, web site www.bairdmaritime.com.
14-15 September 2010
Port & Maritime Security 2010
Amora Jamison, Sydney
The 7th annual Port & Maritime Security 2010 summit will bring together experts and leaders to share the most recent initiatives, to give you insights into the latest policy moves and examine some of the most advanced technological approaches on the market. Join your peers at this two-day meeting to network with and learn from some of the best national and international authorities.
Your involvement in the summit is valuable to the industry as well as giving you an essential brief for updating or improving your own operations. This summit is aimed at helping to shape future developments within the maritime industry and equip you with the most up-to-date local and regional industry information.
Port and Maritime Security 2010 will facilitate interaction and cooperation between government agencies, port operators, shipping companies and other key industries and our outstanding speaker panel will be able to give you the latest insights into how you can tackle the ever-expanding threats you and your operations face.
A pre-conference Crisis Management workshop will be held on Monday 13th September. Workshop participants will look at techniques to build resilience in their organisation before, during and after an incident. The workshop will be led by crisis management expert & Managing Director of Turning Point Crisis Management Stephen Young.
Contact the conference registration team on (02) 9080 4307 or email registration@informa.com.au, or book your place online at www.portmaritimesecurity.com.au.
A 15% discount is available to members of the Australian Association for Maritime Affairs. For further information contact Jean Davitt, phone (02) 6295 0056 or email admin@aama.asn.au.
14-15 September 2010
Transport Project Financing Summit
Stamford Plaza, Brisbane
Australia is experiencing an unprecedented boom in infrastructure investment. Across the nation the public and private sector are spending billions of dollars to build the roads, ports, airports and rail network to meet the increasing demands of its freight and passenger transport.
The inaugural Transport Project Financing Summit will address all the issues associated with securing funding for long term transport projects. The agenda will examine the roles of both the public and private sector for future transportation projects in Australia. The sessions will analyse the feasibility of various alternative financing models and address the legislative reforms that are critical in order to encouraging private investment.
Full details at: www.informa.com.au/transportfinance.
26-29 September 2010
Solutions World 2010
Palace Hotel, San Francisco
The eighth biennial conference focused on the latest technology advancements in marine terminal operations and supply chain logistics. Formerly known as Navis World, the user-conference is renamed Zebra Enterprise Solutions (ZES) World.
More than 300 customers, partners and industry experts from around the world are expected to attend the conference. Solutions World will offer more than 60 sessions on the latest advancements in marine terminal and supply chain technologies, such as developments in automation technologies, asset visibility and security, and best practices for managing logistics, assets, inventory and cargo. In addition, ZES will unveil several new marine terminal operations technologies including, Navis General Cargo and ZES Maritime Telematics.
For more information or to register as an attendee or sponsor: http://zes.zebra.com/zes_world_2010/index.jsp. The deadline to avoid registration fees is 15 July 2010.
6-7 October 2010
7th Annual Dry Bulk Shipping Market Outlook
The Devere Holborn Bars, London
Dry bulk demand, particularly iron ore, coking and thermal coal demand from China and India remain strong and are set to surge in the second half of 2010. The rapid recovery of freight rates from a catastrophic collapse in 2008 has seen fixtures for capesize, panamax, handysize and handymax vessels rebound and remain firm. With China’s appetite for steel-making raw materials expected to peak by 2020 with imports of iron ore of 1.3bn tonnes a year, the outlook is for cautious optimism.
Dry Bulk Shipping Market Outlook conference is the only global event to bring together a distinguished panel of experts to analyse market drivers and assess demand and supply fundamentals in the dry bulk shipping sector.
Full details at: www.immevents.com/drybulkshipping.
10-12 October 2010
6th Asia Maritime & Logistics Conference & Exhibition
Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opportunity for Shipowners, Classification Societies, Maritime Law, Suppliers of Marine Equipment, and Suppliers of Marine Services to meet and exchange views on most current development affecting Asian Maritime and Shipping Industry.
Topics include: An update on the economic situation; Its impact on the maritime and logistics industry in 2010, and beyond; Port security what are the issues? How are ports responding?; Creating environmentally efficient ports and whole of supply chain solutions; Examining the latest technological innovations; Shifts in the modal movement of cargoes in the redefined economy and environment.
For speaking and program enquiries: tina.karas@informa.com.au.
Further information and registration details:enquiries@informa.com.au, web site www.asiamaritimelogistics.com.
25-29 October 2010
Euronaval 2010: International trade show for naval defence and maritime safety & security
Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre
Euronaval traditionally covers missions ranging from naval sovereignty to state actions at sea and maritime safety and security, including the enforcement of public order at sea, marine, maritime and fisheries policing and maritime and coastal surveillance. Program includes debates on the safe and secure use of the seas for civil and military purposes.
Further information and registration details:info@euronaval.fr, phone +33 (0)1 7 36 80 80.www.euronaval.fr.
26-28 October 2010
Ports Australia 42nd Biennial Conference
Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart
Ports Australia’s Biennial Conference is attended by port corporation CEOs and their senior management teams, as well as ports’ Board members and other key decision makers within the ports community.
For further information about attending or sponsorship opportunities contact info@portsaustralia.com.au, web site www.portsaustralia.com.au.
9-10 November 2010
AusIntermodal 2010
Langham Hotel Melbourne
Celebrating its 10th year anniversary, AusIntermodal 2010 will bring together government departments, the leaders of Australia's ports, shipping lines, freight operators and logistics service providers and analysts to discuss the planning and efficiency of the nation’s freight framework.
The 2010 transport picture of the nation is one that highlights efficiency, productivity and a focus on streamlining transport interfaces to ensure efficiency across the freight transport chain. AusIntermodal 2010 will provide a state by state and national update on transport projects, regulation, investment initiatives and the new developments in supply chain management and technology that are facilitating productivity and prosperity.
Full details at: www.ausintermodal.com.
10-11 November 2010
2nd Maritime Security & Anti-Piracy conference
(Workshop 12 November 2010)
London
Bringing together government officials from the US, NATO, EU and the Horn of Africa regional states, senior decision-makers from the shipping industry and latest products and technologies supplies to help all stakeholders adopt a practical, comprehensive and sustainable strategy to address maritime security and best practices to counter piracy.
For further information: email cassandra.montes@new-fields.com, web site: www.new-fields.com/MSPAC2.
14-19 November 2010
20th International Maritime Pilots’ Association Congress (IMPA 2010)
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Queensland
This biennial congress will carry on the tradition of being the most influential gathering place for colleagues to meet with the shared goal of improving and strengthening the pilotage industry.
Attendees can look forward to five days of exposure to innovative thinking, leading discoveries, current practice and case studies, problem-solving and business opportunities. Products and services will be showcased by the IMPA 2010 sponsors and supporters to delegates, leaders, and experts from across the globe.
In keeping with the tradition of the Congress, the social program has been designed to maximise networking opportunities with industry colleagues and partners in a relaxed environment that showcases the best that Brisbane has to offer. Our welcome reception, gala dinner and day tour will allow those attending to mix business with pleasure in convivial surroundings. The accompanying persons program offers a fabulous treat for partners and guests.
Further information: email info@impa2010.com, phone (07) 3858 5510, web site www.impa2010.com.
23-25 November 2010
Ausmarine 2010
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre, WA
The exhibits will provide AUSMARINE 2010’s quality local and international audience with a truly global perspective on the state-of-the-art in marine technology for commercial and military applications.
Everything that contributes to the design, construction and operation of efficient, effective and safe vessels will be on display – from finance through vessel design, classification, construction and outfitting to operator training and government services.
Equipment for all vessel types and from stem to stern and keel to masthead will be showcased including construction materials, engines and propulsion systems, deck machinery, electronics, interior fittings and safety equipment.
Further information: Kishore Navani, Event Organiser, Baird Publications Pty Ltd, marinfo@baird.com.au, phone (03) 9645 0411, web site www.bairdmaritime.com.
1-2 December 2010
Maritime Structures 2010
Sydney Harbour Marriott
Engineers, port authorities, government, material suppliers and those in the marine construction industry discuss fundamental issues in design and planning, projects, and the latest technologies in maritime structures. Sponsorship enquiries: Jessica Humphries, phone (02) 9080 4309, email jessica.humphries@informa.com.au..
Full details at: www.informa.com.au/maritimestructures.
9-11 August 2011
Bulkex 2011
The Australian Technology Park, Sydney
Held every two years, BULKEX is the largest exhibition in Australasia for the Bulk Materials and Powder Handling sector and showcases the latest innovative product, services and solutions for a growing number of industries.
Full details at: www.bulkex.com.au.
9-13 July 2012
12th International Coral Reef Symposium
Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns, Australia
Held every four years, the International Coral Reef Symposium (ICRS) is the world’s largest and most important coral reef meeting bringing together coral reef scientists, graduate students, resource managers, and policy makers.
Over 2,000 talks and posters will be presented on major themes including Climate Change, Reef Ecology, Conservation Planning, Fish and Fisheries, Genomics, Management Tools, The Coral Triangle Initiative, and the Human Dimension of Coral Reefs.
Further information about attending or sponsorship opportunities: email info@icrs2012.com, web site www.icrs2012.com.
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