MMW25 - Conference Agenda

The full MMW25 programme and speakers are currently being finalised. This page will be updated regularly, so please check back for the latest information.

Session 1 - Following the reports by Draghi, Letta, and Niinistö – how can a derisking strategy and an improved competitiveness framework strengthen the European maritime economy?

What actions are necessary to enhance the competitiveness of the European shipping sector? Several prominent European advisors have published reports outlining potential measures. We aim to discuss the key priorities and the future direction of maritime transport policy over the next 5 to 10 years.

Session 2 - Financing new technologies in maritime transport – what role can Portugal play?

The transition of the global merchant fleet will require the invention and implementation of new technologies for cleaner propulsion and more efficient solutions, along with a digital approach. We aim to discuss how shipping companies can finance this development and the extent to which Portugal can be involved in this progress.

Session 3 - Decarbonisation pathway: Regulatory overload or easy compliance?

The shipping sector is implementing significant measures for climate-friendly fleet operations. However, the requirements can sometimes be challenging and fail to account for the varying sizes and capacities of different types of shipowners. We aim to discuss the needs of the maritime transport sector to comply with decarbonization regulations and how to address them.

Session 4 - Ship recycling: Transforming old ships into a sustainable circular economy?

Ship recycling is a sensitive issue that has gained public attention due to concerns over hazardous materials on older vessels, worker safety compliance, and the existence of non-competitive regulations. We aim to explore Europe’s potential role in this process and how it can benefit from ship recycling by fostering a sustainable circular economy

Session 5 - 1,000 ships registered in Madeira: A significant growth of the Portuguese flag as a foundation for sustainable maritime investments? 

Since 2013, 1,000 ships have been registered through EUROMAR in the International Shipping Register of Madeira. What advantages and improvements has this brought to the shipping industry as well as the Portuguese and Madeira economies? Additionally, what are the plans and upcoming milestones to continue offering a high-value flag?

Session 6 - WISTA Atlantic Forum: Reducing Bureaucracy in the Shipping Industry

Like many other sectors, the shipping industry is also burdened by bureaucracy. Therefore, we aim to discuss how bureaucracy can be reduced to enhance competitiveness compared to other countries and regions outside Europe. What might reforms and simplifications look like? 

Confirmed speakers: 

• Nils Aden, Managing Director, Harren Group
• Uwe Altenbach, Sales Manager, Hoppe Marine
• Vasco Becker-Weinberg, President, Portuguese Institute of Law of the Seas (IPDM)
• Jorge d'Almeida, President, Association for Shipping (A4S)
• Pedro Rebelo de Sousa, Founding and Managing Partner, SRS Legal
• Rogerio Gouveia, Secretary of Finance, Regional Government of Madeira
• Albrecht Grell, Managing Director, OceanScore
• Henning Gramann, CEO, GSR Services
• Dr. Albrecht Gundermann, Managing Owner, EUROMAR
• Laura Langh-Lagerlöf, Managing Director, Langh Ship
• Marisa Lameiras da Silva, General Director, DGPM
• Jörg Molzahn, Managing Owner, EUROMAR
• Allan Noor, CEO, AMISCO
• Christian Reinert, Partner & Managing Director, Ancon Blue Law
• Pedro Reis, Minister of Economy, Portuguese Government
• Angelos Roupas, Greek Representative, EUROMAR
• Nazli Selek, WISTA International
• Nuno Santos, CEO, LISNAVE
• Roy Spode Garibaldi, CEO, Sociedate de Desenvolvimento de Madeira S. A. (SDM)
• Michael Suhr, Senior Vice President, Korean Register (KR)

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