IHMA is pleased to announce that Alex Mc Intosh, Marine Manager, Aberdeen Harbour Board, will represent the Association at the Women in Shipping Summit, 10-11 September 2019, London. Furthermore, there is a 20% discount available for IHMA members attending the Summit.
The following information is provided by the conference organiser:
Winds of change within the maritime industry have seen the women's movement improve shipping. The wave of equality may not be perfect, but through embracing the talent and value of women, the industry has become more innovative and more open to change. But understanding the challenges women face and acknowledging the value they can provide is only the start. Focused on topics from empowerment to action, the Women in Shipping Summit t is built around the unique challenges women face, acknowledging the value they provide and taking your next steps. Shaping thoughts, empowering leadership, and helping to progress your career.
The summit will feature a line-up of some of the most impressive names in shipping, both men and women who will tell the story of their journey through the industry to inspire and empower your personal career development plans. Speaker line-up includes:
- Jaz O’Hara, Founder, The Worldwide Tribe
- Magda Kopczynska, Director for Innovative and Sustainable Mobility, European Commission Directorate General for Mobility and Transport
- Sue Probert, Chair, UN/CEFACT
- Helen Buni, Principal Programme Assistant, Technical Cooperation Division, IMO
- Katharina Stanzel, Managing Director, INTERTANKO
- Karin Orsel, CEO/Co-Chair, MF Shipping Group/Dutch Ship Owners Association
- Karin Orsel, CEO/Co-Chair, MF Shipping Group/Dutch Ship Owners Association
Key themes include:
- Challenging unconscious bias in day-to-day interactions: Are we glorifying aggressiveness?
- Maternity, return to work and working arrangements
- Finding your executive voice
- What women bring to the table: fight-or-flight vs tend-and-befriend
- Addressing women's health - advancements and resources
- Why men [should] promote women in shipping
- Attracting talent: Analysing our call to arms
- Digital transformation in shipping and opportunities for diversity
- Beyond gender – addressing the wider diversity challenge in shipping
Save 20%
As we are supporters of the event, you're entitled to a 20% saving! In addition to our early bird discount, which is available until Friday 2nd August. To claim, use VIP code FKT3628IHMA during registration or follow links in this email.
Limited capacity
Please note this event will sell out, currently we have less than 50 places left. Make sure you secure your place early to avoid disappointment.
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The document was released on behalf of the Oil Companies’ International Marine Forum (OCIMF) on 20 August, is available at no charge and can be found here on the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) website:
This publication has been developed by experts from across shipping, refining, supply and testing of marine fuels.
It is understood that the publication is designed to provide guidance for stakeholders across the marine fuels and shipping industries, from fuel blenders and suppliers to end users.
Here are presented (a) the specific safety and operational issues relating to the supply and use of max. 0.50%-sulphur fuels, (b) an overview of fuel quality principles, and (c) the controls that should be put in place to ensure that safety issues are identified, prevented and/or mitigated.
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