Greetings from the vibrant CIRM Annual Conference in Izmir! As we move into day two, we are excited to share some key highlights and topics that will take center stage today:
Shipowners’ Perspectives on Navigation and Communications Equipment
Sean Crowley from Stolt Tankers B.V. and Bob Ball from BP Shipping will give their respective views of shipowners’ perspectives on navigation and communications equipment.
Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS)
Javier Yasnikouski from the International Maritime Organization – IMO will explore IMO developments concerning MASS. Hyogyeong Joo from Avikus will provide insights into the development status of autonomous navigation solutions.
S-100
Hannu Peiponen from Furuno Finland Oy will share the manufacturer’s perspective on S-100 ECDIS. Paul Elgar from NAVTOR will discuss S-100 from NAVTOR’s viewpoint.
Maritime Services
Chinedu Abanobi from Fieldbase Services will shed light on the Digital Literacy Initiative and preparing African bridge officers for the digital era in shipping. Nick Pope from Mackay Marine will explore the topic of improving communication in the maritime industry.
These and the other sessions that await promise deep insights into critical maritime topics, technological advancements, and industry trends. Stay tuned for more updates and takeaways from the CIRM Conference 2023.
Author: Milena Dalinaros