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Sep 25

2nd Baltic Ports & Shipping

The Freeport of Riga Authority is delighted to host the 2nd Baltic Ports and Shipping 2018 Exhibition and Conference from Tuesday 25 to Thursday 27 September 2018 at the Radisson Blu Hotel Latvia, Riga, Latvia. This two-day conference will feature 35 world class conference speakers addressing issues, challenges, solutions and innovations in port operations, shipping, supply chain and logistic strategies which will be attended by a gathering of more than 300 senior government officials, industry principals, academics, senior level executives such as CEOs, General Managers, harbour masters and terminal operators together with the region's leading maritime consultants, shippers, cargo owners, importers, exporters, shipping lines, freight forwarders, logistic companies, technology providers and service suppliers from countries throughout the Baltic region.

Sep 26

ASBA Annual Cargo Conference

ASBA will return to the Eden Roc in Miami Beach, Florida for our 16th Annual Cargo Conference. We have again booked rooms in the newly renovated Ocean Tower. Our meet & greet opening reception hosted on Sept. 26th and our Sept. 27th dinner cruise up the Intercoastal on the luxurious Biscayne Lady yacht are designed to give our delegates the opportunity to get to know each other in casual surroundings. We have gathered an excellent group of speakers who will address the question, “What’s on the Horizon?” They will share their views on market trends in both the tanker and dry cargo trades. Delegates will enjoy presentations on strategic cargoes that include Coal, Soyabean Meal, Scrap and Construction materials. This year’s Tanker discussion panel will highlight the IMO 2020 Sulfur Emissions issue. This panel is comprised of key industry principals. The Ship Master Dilemma discussion panel will explore the challenges and pressures faced by the Master. The Friday morning panel,providing the latest on Ship Finance, P&I, Panama Canal Booking System and Industry Market Trends, should prove timely and informative.

Oct 04

TradeWinds Shipowners Forum USA

The TradeWinds Shipowners Forum USA will explore the hottest topics in Jones Act and US-flag Shipping. Regulatory questions: Experts will discuss the regulatory landscape for Jones Act and US-flag shipping. Are there changes to the Jones Act regime expected under the Trump Administration or current Congress? Is there sufficient support for the US-flag fleet trading internationally? Would Democratic gains in November’s elections provide any challenges to the US-flag and Jones Act shipping? Jones Act markets: Shipowners and shipyards discuss recent developments in Jones Act market and their outlook for the future. Is the tanker turnaround ahead? Will containerships face oversupply? US-flag markets: Shipowners and operators will explore the outlook for US-flag ships trading in international markets. Is Washington guaranteeing enough work for car carriers, multipurpose ships and containerships trading in these markets? Will the years of decline continue, or is there opportunity for a rebound? Offshore vessels: Amid a painful downturn and a number of restructurings, is the US offshore vessel sector positioned for a recovery? And will that recovery come any time soon? Our expert panelists will explore the competitive landscape for the industry and and discuss the potential for a rebound. The Forum agenda is current being developed. Email info@tradewindsevents.com to request further information as it becomes available and to Register Your Interest in attending.

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