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What is „Global Compass“ International Maritime Forum?
Welcome to the International Maritime Forum „Global Compass“ – Navigating Towards a Sustainable Future. Our Forum is a premier gathering of maritime professionals, academics, and industry leaders dedicated to shaping the future of the maritime industry. The Forum aims to do more than just present the current state, regulations, and innovations in maritime transport. It seeks to create a dynamic platform for connecting people from the business sector, international and national maritime administrations, and representatives of scientific and educational institutions. Join us at the International Maritime Forum „Global Compass“ as we navigate towards a sustainable future for the maritime industry.
Forum Agenda
Time Zone: UTC+03:00
Day 1: September 19th (To watch the panels live, click here)
08:20 | Meeting point in front of Rosslyn Dimyat Hotel for transportation to the Municipality of Varna.
Hotel Horizont and Hotel Rosslyn Dimyat are a 10-minute walk from each other. Please do not be late, as we have arranged transportation and a schedule.
08:30 – 08:50 | Transportation to the Municipality of Varna
09:00 | Official Opening Ceremony at Varna Hall at the Municipality of Varna
After the opening, transportation will be provided back to the Rosslyn Dimyat Hotel.
10:00 – 10:30 | Registration
10:30 – 12:30 | Panel 1: Future Shipping – Vision vs. Reality? | Rosslyn Dimyat Hotel
Moderator: Georgi Dimitrov, N. Vaptsarov Naval Academy, Assoc. Professor, PhD. Mobile: +359 878 786 747
Speakers:
- Ron Crean, Windward Maritime AI, Vice President of Business Development & Growth; Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
- Richard Francke, MAN Energy Solutions, Sales Manager
- Stanislav Mateev, Cargill – Varna, Global Execution Lead (TBC)
- Prof. Milen Baltov, BFU and Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership BS basin node
- Capt. Nikolay Bedzhev, Marine Pilot, University Lecturer, PhD; NauticBlue, Owner
Q&A session to ask your questions about the topics discussed (15 minutes)
12:30 – 13:00 | Networking Break
13:00 – 14:30 | Panel 2: Geopolitical Challenges | Rosslyn Dimyat Hotel
Moderator: Yavor Velchev, SHIPPOSSIBLE INSURANCE, Founder. Mobile: +359 884 120 865
Speakers:
- Simon Bennett, International Chamber of Shipping, Deputy Secretary General
- Nick Shaw, International Group of P&I Clubs, CEO
- Guglielmo Camera, Camera & Vernetti Law Firm, Partner
- Yavor Velchev, SHIPPOSSIBLE INSURANCE, Founder
Q&A session to ask your questions about the topics discussed (15 minutes)
19:30 – 22:00 | Cocktail Gathering at Sea Casino complex *
Dress Code: Semi-Formal
Day 2: September 20th (To watch the panels live, click here)
09:00 – 09:30 | Registration | Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy Planetarium
09:30 – 10:00 | Official Opening | Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy Planetarium
10:00 – 11:30 | Panel 3: Green Shipping & Ports
Moderator: Dimitar Karageorgiev, KRG Law, Attorney at Maritime Law. Mobile: +359 878 299 548
Speakers:
- Luc Smulders, Paris MoU on Port State Control, Secretary-General
- Figen Ayan, MedCruise, President; Galataport Istanbul, Chief Port Officer
- Wim Dillen, Port of Antwerp-Brugge, International Development Manager
- Onur Turhan, Black Sea MoU, Secretary
- Stanimir Nachev, Aero Vision Ltd, General Manager and Laboratory Testing Engineer
- Delyan Hristov, Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, Associated Professor, PhD
Q&A session to ask your questions about the topics discussed (15 minutes)
11:30 – 12:00 | Networking Break
12:00 – 13:30 | Panel 4: Sustainable Education & Crewing | Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy
Moderator: Georgi Parvanov, N. Vaptsarov Naval Academy, University Lecturer. Mobile: +359 883 464 206
Speakers:
- Ian Teare, Hill Dickinson LLP, Partner
- Luciano Crapanzano, Grimaldi/Atlantic Container Line, DPA and Technical and Marine Director
- Marcello Pica, Monaco Chamber of Shipping, Vice President; Marine Partners Monaco, President & CEO; Grimaldi Group, HR Director
- Zaloa Sanchez Varela, University of Split, Professor Assistant, Faculty of Maritime Studies
- Prof. Hristo Smolenov, Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, Honorary Professor, University Lecturer, PhD; Member of the Board and founder of Black Sea Research Fund (BSRF)
- Prof. Blagovest Belev, Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, PhD; Belto Marine Ltd., Owner
- Capt. Andriyan Evtimov, Stargate Maritime Ltd., Managing Director
- Deyan Dimitrov, Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, Lecturer, Lawyer, PhD
Q&A session to ask your questions about the topics discussed (15 minutes)
13:30 – 14:00 | Planetarium Show
14:00 | Official Closing Act and Resolution
13:00 | Varna Landmarks Sightseeing
20:00 | Gala Dinner at „La Veranda“ Restaurant
Dress Code: Formal
* Due to limited time and logistical constraints, reservations for the Cocktail Gathering and Gala Dinner are now full.
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