Global Maritime Week
Sustainable, Secure & Smart: The Future of Global Maritime Logistics
23, 24 & 25 September 2025
ROTTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS
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Speakers
Join visionary speakers from leading organisations for crucial insights and expert opinions.
Confirmed Speakers 2025
Øistein Jensen
Chief Sustainability Officer
Odfjell SE
Deepak Sharma
Network Manager – Feeder Fulfilment MAERSK
K.Rajasegaran
Senior Technical Manager,DPA & CSO (Singapore)
Asiatic Lloyd Maritime LLP
George J Souravlas
CEO
Loadline Marine
Jan Egbertsen
Manager Innovation, Port of Amsterdam
Nelson Mojarro (Tentative)
Head of Innovation and Partnerships
International Chamber of Shipping
Cédric Virciglio
Director for International,European Relations and Forecasting
HAROPA PORT
Cdt., Dirk Vande Velde
Expert Global Maritime Transport,Logistics, HSSE, Cargo Management,and ISO Compliance.
INDEPENDENT
Antonio Nicotra
Energy Transition Advisor
INDEPENDENT
Roberto Ruiperez Vara, Pe
Director – LNG Technology, Operations and ProjectsFreeport LNG
Amanda Duhon
Director North & Central America, EIC (Energy Industries Council)
Dallas Smith
Vice President of LNG & Offshore | General Manager of LISCR HoustonLiberian Registry
David Baumgartner
Managing Director Kerogen Ventures LLC
Langtry Meyer
Founder & Chief Operating OfficerTexas LNG
Yong J. An
LNG Legal Counsel
Caio Zapata
Chief Executive OfficerENESTAS SA de CV
Robert Nussmeier
Vice-President of Strategic Clients Baker Concrete Construction
Jim Linn
Chief Information Officer American Gas Association
Chikako Ishuguru
Senior AnalystOsaka Gas
Keith Meyer
Chief Executive OfficerLNG Central
Paul de moudt
General Manager North America Shell LNG Trading
Vivek Chandra
Chief Executive OfficerTEXAS LNG
Ron Brogdon
Oil and Gas Team Leader MDxBlocks
Dain Detillier
General Manager LNG FacilityHarvey Gulf International Marine
Krishna Bayanna
CEO/CTO MDxBlocks
Vince Morisette
Commercial DirectorAlder Midstream
Roberto Ruiperez Vara, Pe
Director – LNG Technology, Operations and ProjectsFreeport LNG
Amanda Duhon
Director North & Central America, EIC (Energy Industries Council)
Dallas Smith
Vice President of LNG & Offshore | General Manager of LISCR HoustonLiberian Registry
David Baumgartner
Managing Director Kerogen Ventures LLC
Langtry Meyer
Founder & Chief Operating OfficerTexas LNG
Yong J. An
LNG Legal Counsel
Caio Zapata
Chief Executive OfficerENESTAS SA de CV
Robert Nussmeier
Vice-President of Strategic Clients Baker Concrete Construction
Jim Linn
Chief Information Officer American Gas Association
Chikako Ishuguru
Senior AnalystOsaka Gas
Keith Meyer
Chief Executive OfficerLNG Central
Paul de moudt
General Manager North America Shell LNG Trading
Vivek Chandra
Chief Executive OfficerTEXAS LNG
Ron Brogdon
Oil and Gas Team Leader MDxBlocks
Dain Detillier
General Manager LNG FacilityHarvey Gulf International Marine
Krishna Bayanna
CEO/CTO MDxBlocks
Vince Morisette
Commercial DirectorAlder Midstream
MARITIME SERIES SPEAKERS
Tom Strang
SVP Maritime Affairs
Carnival Corporation
Øistein Jensen
Chief Sustainability Officer
Odfjell SE
Deepak Sharma
Network Manager – Feeder Fulfilment MAERSK
Capt. Nitin Nayyar
Head of Business,commercial, Energy, Decarbonization & Offshore Projects
MOL (Americas) LLC
Tor Øyvind Ask
Fleet Director
SOLVANG ASA
Isabelle Ryckbost
Secretary General
ESPO
Stuart Neil
Director of Strategy and Communications
International Chamber of Shipping
Jelle Burger
Head of Decarbonisation Pilots and Execution APM TERMINALS
Seckin Gul
General Manager & Board Member
Arkas Bunker
Daniel Mann
CCO
Bound4blue
Ing. Simone Parizzi
Ship Technology, Maritime Safety & Environment, Assarmatori
Ivana Melillo
Energy Efficiency Director
GNV
Ji-Man Seo
Project Manager, Subdivision for Protective Measures Marine Environment Division
IMO
Naomi van den Berg
Program Manager Sustainable Transport
Port of Rotterdam
Renske Schoenmaker
Senior Business Manager Containers Deepsea
Port of Rotterdam
Tomas Lindberg
Sales Director – Maritime
MINTRA
Andreas Slottte
Head of Sustainability and HESQ
Port of Helsinki
Eugene Zamastsyanin
Director Commercial
1 Point Five
Ferdinand Strohmeier
CEO
Mystic Cruises
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Yunus Kaya
Solution Sales Manager
StormGeo GmbH
Kristian R Andersen
Co-Founder Position Green
Jonathan Feys
Chief Commercial Of cer Liquid Bulk Terminals, Ghent Transport & Storage
Jerome Besancenot
Digital Transition Project Director
Haropa Port
Jan Egbertsen
Manager Innovation, Port of Amsterdam
Captain Ben van Scherpenzeel
Chairman, International Taskforce Port Call Optimization, Vice Chairman IMO GIA Low Carbon Shipping
Susann Fischer
Senior Manager Partnerships
FORLIANCE
Jan Sandvig
CEO & Partner
Weel & Sandvig
Peter Czaga
Policy Officer, European Commission
Directorate-General for Transportand Mobility (DG MOVE)
MARITIME SERIES SPEAKERS
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About this event
Global Maritime Week, is a premier three-day deep dive into the future of sustainable, secure, and smart shipping. Bringing together key players from across the maritime industry—including shipping companies, ports, logistics providers, technology innovators, regulators, and investors—this event is designed to tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the evolving maritime landscape.
This year, we focus on integrating sustainability, security, and digital innovation to shape the next generation of shipping operations. Discussions will cover regulatory shifts, advancements in alternative fuels supply flow, infrastructure investments, and strategies for optimizing supply chain logistics. Additionally, we will explore how smart ports, autonomous vessels, and cutting-edge technologies are reshaping efficiency and resilience across the industry.
Beyond engaging panel discussions and expert-led sessions, attendees will benefit from dedicated networking opportunities, including extended coffee breaks and tailored 1:1 meeting spaces. A select group of companies will also have the opportunity to showcase their latest technologies and solutions on exclusive platforms designed to drive collaboration and business growth.
With an agenda packed with insightful keynotes, case studies, and interactive discussions, this year’s conference promises to be an essential gathering for maritime leaders looking to stay ahead in an increasingly digital and decarbonized shipping era.
Exclusive Opportunity to join Pre-scheduled 1-on-1 Meetings!
Our Maritime Week offers an exclusive opportunity for attendees to engage in (Pre-scheduled 1-on-1Meetings) with key decision-makers from leading shipowners and target customers. These meetings will bebased on Active Requirements from Shipowners making this tailored networking experience much morepotential allowing you to directly interact with industry leaders in a focused, time-efficient setting.
Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business prospects and foster valuable relationships.
Agenda
8:00 Registration & Coffee
9:00 Chair Opening Remarks
Chairman: Antonio Nicotra, Energy Transition Advisor
9:15 Keynote Address
9:40 Conference Presentation:
A 10-15 Year Market Outlook: Geopolitics And Investments, Infrastructure & Sustainability
● Infrastructure & Investment Shifts: Analyze how evolving geopolitical tensions influence maritime investments and infrastructure development.
● Trade Policy & Regulatory Dynamics: Examine the role of shifting trade policies and regulatory frameworks in promoting sustainable maritime practices.
● Innovation & Strategic Resilience: Explore emerging technologies and strategic approaches that enable the industry to thrive amid global geopolitical uncertainties
Speaker: Isabelle Ryckbost, Secretary General, ESPO
10:10 Panel Discussion
Geopolitical Disruption & Its Impacts on Maritime Finances andOperations
● Adaptability and strategic planning amid geopolitical challenges
● Impacts of conflicts on tariffs, taxes, and green transition financing
● Effects of sanctions and government policies on maritime logistics
10:50 Coffee Break & Pre-scheduled 1-on-1 Meetings
11:50 Session 1
Newest Regulatory Mandates Shifting Maritime Operations
● Frameworks for major maritime industry towards its 2050 decarbonisation goals
● Updates on the new MEP83 mandatories
● Implementation of the CSDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence) and its impact onthe total value chain from 2026
12:50 Lunch Break
Awards
Sustainable Shipping Initiative Award
Smart Port of the Year
Innovation in Alternative Fuels
Excellence in Maritime Digital Transformation
Supporting Organization in Maritime Transition
Best Green Finance Initiative
Testimonials
Words from our clients that fuel our zeal to serve better.
It's very good to have all of the components, and all of the segments of the entire value chain in the room. It creates a lot of added value to talk with each other and about ways how to improve
Klaas Kerssemakers
Commercial Director of Anthony Veder
It is a good initiative to give awards to people who are doing something special in the domain of sustainability, ecology and environment. These initiatives should be awarded."
Dirk Vande Velde
Chief Sustainability Officer of MSC
I like the event, the participation is very qualified and the number of people overachieved my expectations. I like to be here and exchange views with partners and with people who share the same interests
Franco Porcellacchia
Vice President of Carnival Corporation
The Event has brought together a wide range of individuals across the whole value chain. ", Collaboration is key if you want to change some thing in the world and how we operate in the Maritime sector
Barbara van de Bergh
Barbara van de Bergh - Head of DLNG Business Development of Royal Dutch Shell
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