Capital Link, 5th Annual Cyprus Shipping Forum: Digital Conference, Thursday, June 17, 2021
Capital Link 5th Annual Cyprus Shipping Forum “Cyprus Shipping – At the Forefront of Industry Developments Enhancing Competitiveness in a Fast Changing World”
ΣΧΕΤΙΚΑ ΑΡΘΡΑ
Capital Link is hosting the 5th Annual Cyprus Shipping Forum on Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 11:00am – 5:30pm Limassol time as a digital conference.
The Forum will take place under the Auspices of the Republic of Cyprus, the Cyprus Shipping Deputy Minister to the President, and with the leading sponsorship and cooperation of the Cyprus Union of Shipowners, the support of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber and by the following Organizations: CSC – Cyprus Shipping Chamber • Cyprus Investment Promotion Agency – Invest Cyprus • Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) • Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers Cyprus Branch • Cyprus Naval Architects Association • Cyprus Shipping Association • Association of Merchant Marine Officers • CYMEPA • Cyprus Marine Club • Cyprus Master Mariners Association • The Nautical Institute, Cyprus Branch • Young Ship Cyprus.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Mr. Vassilios Demetriades, Shipping Deputy Minister to the President, Republic of Cyprus
This year’s forum will once again feature international and Cyprus based Maritime Industry Leaders, key Industry Participants and Government Officials, who will discuss the latest geopolitical, regulatory, industry and financial trends and developments, such as compliance with low sulfur and decarbonization regulations, the impact of technology and access to capital, the outlook of the various shipping sectors, shipmanagement and more.
Cyprus is a leading and growing shipmanagement and shipowning center with a robust, versatile and efficient maritime cluster. The event will be open to the buy and sell side communities as well as the media.
This year’s forum will once more feature industry leaders from all over the world, connected on-line and addressing a global audience.
For the fifth year in a row, the Conference Chairman of the Forum will be Mr. George A. Tsavliris, Principal of Tsavliris Salvage Group, elected Chairman – INTERMEPA (International Marine Environment Protection Association), Chairman – CYMEPA (Cyprus Marine Environmental Protection Association), Member of the Board of Directors of the Cyprus Union of Shipowners and Honorary Chairman – Tsavliris Cultural Foundation.
Registration is Complimentary here: https://forumshippingcyprus2021.capitallink.com/en
AGENDA TOPICS
Opening Keynote Remarks
The Attractiveness Of Cyprus As An International Maritime Center
Expanding The Shipowning Base In Cyprus & Reinforcing The Cyprus Registry & Flag – Incentives & Advantages
Cyprus As A Global Shipmanagement Hub – What’s Next
Fostering Environmental Sustainability – Green Initiatives :Global – Eu & Regional Policy – Regulatory & Market Developments & Taxation Schemes
Addressing The Crewing Crisis – The Cyprus Approach : Focusing On Vaccinations – Crew Welfare – Maritime Training
The Shipowners’ Perspective – Navigating Through Industry Transformation In A Fast-Changing World
A Regional Financial Hub – Cypriot Banks Stay The Course
Accelerating Digital Transformation: Connecting Ships – Ports – People – Enhancing Efficiency & Competitiveness
PARTICIPATING SPEAKERS
Mr. Ilias Tsakiris, CEO – American Hellenic Insurance Co.
Mr. Nicholas Pavlidis, Head of Shipping – Bank of Cyprus
Mr. Konstantinos Chatzitolios, Project Development Leader for Greece, Cyprus & Malta – Bureau Veritas
Mr. Mark O’Neil, President & CEO – Columbia Shipmanagement
Mr. Andreas Hadjipetrou, Managing Director – Columbia Shipmanagement
Mr. Andreas Hadjiyiannis, President – Cyprus Sea Lines Shipping; President – Cyprus Union of Shipowners
Mr. Pieris Markou, CEO – Deloitte Cyprus
Mr. Stamatis Fradelos, Manager, Business Development – DNV
Mr. Constantinos Milios, Head of Shipping Finance – Eurobank Cyprus Ltd
Mr. Aristides Pittas, Chairman and CEO – Eurodry; Chairman & CEO – Euroseas
Mr. Sunil Kapoor, Director – FML Ship Management Limited
Mr. Antonios Spanakis, Head of Shipping – Hellenic Bank
Mr. Dieter Rohdenburg, CEO – Intership Navigation
Mr. Philippos Philis, Chairman & CEO – Lemissoler Navigation; President Elect – European Community Shipowners Association (ECSA)
Mr. Theodosis Stamatellos, Marine & Offshore Regional Manager, South Europe Lloyd’s Register Group Area Lead – Lloyd’s Register
Mr. Philip Hadjisoteriou, Client Relationship Manager – Lloyd’s Register
Mr. Jan Meyering, Joint Managing Director – Marlow Navigation Co.
Mr. Adam Montanios, Managing Partner – Montanios & Montanios LLC
Mrs. Maria Toumazi, Partner – Montanios & Montanios LLC
Mr. Prabhat Kumar Jha, Group Managing Director – MSC Shipmanagement
Mr. Peter-Michael Haddad, General Manager – OneNovation
Ms. Julia Anastasiou, Deputy Managing Director – OSM Maritime Group
Mr. Petros Achtypis, CEO – Prevention at Sea
Ms. Ioanna Procopiou, CEO – Prominence Maritime
Mr. Ioannis Efstratiou, Head of Marine Environment Unit, Shipping Deputy Ministry – Republic of Cyprus
Mr. Neophytos Papadopoulos, Permanent Secretary, Deputy Ministry of Shipping – Republic of Cyprus
Mr. Vassilios Demetriades, Shipping Deputy Minister to the President – Republic of Cyprus
Mr. Spyridon Zolotas, Senior Director – RINA
Ms. Michela Schenone, Marine Digital Solutions Manager – RINA
Mr. Christos Karavos, Director, Hotel Operations – Royal Caribbean
Mr. Polys Hajioannou, CEO – Safe Bulkers; Vice President – Cyprus Union of Shipowners
Dr. Loukas Barmparis, President – Safe Bulkers
Dr. Oleg Kalinin, Managing Director – SCF Management Services (Cyprus) Ltd.
Ms. Charis Plakantonaki, Chief Strategy Officer – Star Bulk Carriers
Mrs. Nicole Mylona, CEO – Transmed Shipping Co. Ltd
Mr. George A. Tsavliris, Principal – Tsavliris Salvage Group
Mr. Roine Ahlquist, Managing Director – Tufton Asset Management
Mr. Alastair Evitt, Managing Director – V. Ships Limited