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Competitiveness; Maritime Europe vs The World 3; Creating the Future Talent in Shipping and Trade; Investing in People

Thursday, April 24, 2025 · 11:00 a.m. · Amsterdam
About This Webinar

Mare Forum and Rotterdam Maritime Capital of Europe are pleased to announce the third Online Roundtable Discussion on the pivotal question:

"How can Europe enhance its competitiveness against the world?" Investing in People: Creating the Future Talent in Shipping, Trade and Logistics.

THE PANELLISTS:
- Dimitris Monioudis, Managing Director, Rethymnis & Kulukundis and INTERCARGO Technical Committee Chairman, [WEBINAR MODERATOR]
- Andromache Demetriou Captain B’ Class, STENA Rederi A/S
- Albert Veenstra Professor, Trade and Logistics, RSM Erasmus University
- Liliane Flour Division on Technology and Logistics, UN trade & development
- Mario Moretti Managing Director, V.Ships Asia Group Pte
- Esther Roth Program Manager Maritime Cluster, City of Rotterdam‍
- Mike Konstantidis, Managing Director Vessel Optimisation, ZeroNorth

Topics to be discussed:
➤ Why do we need talented and charismatic people for the future of shipping?
➤ Where will they come from?
➤ How to create the future talent in shipping, trade, and logistics in Europe?
➤ There is a need for reskilling seafarers in the EU, with new skills required for handling alternative fuels, safety, and automated vessel operations.
➤ What is the role of shipping education institutes in Europe in the era of sustainability?
➤ What are the trends in shipping management that are attracting characters and passionate personalities?
➤ What are the visions of the young generation?
➤ What are they looking for to enter a shipping carrier?
➤ How can young people be attracted to shipping?
➤ How can the image of shipping and trade be improved?
➤ How can Artificial intelligence assist shipping management
➤ Dispelling the myth that AI will replace human roles entirely

The first and second round tables were a resounding success, sparking insightful discussions and innovative ideas.
➤ Missed it? Watch the recording here: Competitiveness: Maritime Europe vs. The World:
1st Edition:
https://www.bigmarker.com/mare-forum/Competitiveness-Maritime-Europe-vs-The-World

2nd Edition:
https://www.bigmarker.com/mare-forum/Competitiveness-Maritime-Europe-vs-The-World-2

It will be inspiring.

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Who can view: Everyone
Webinar Price: Free
Featured Presenters
Webinar hosting presenter Mario Moretti
Managing Director, V.Ships Asia Group
Webinar hosting presenter
Captain B’ Class, STENA Rederi A/S
Α proactive and pragmatic Merchant Marine Officer having served aboard various types and sizes of ships e.g. cruise ships, roro/passenger and cargo ships across a diverse and multicultural environment. Having responsibility for navigational watch, safety familiarization of crew, passengers’ safety and maintenance of safety appliances of the ships and conducting a variety of seafarer duties crucial to the ship’s mission. Highly trained and disciplined individual who is eager to learn and face new challenges, both at sea and ashore.
Webinar hosting presenter dimitris monioudis
Managing Director - Rethymnis & Kulukundis Ltd and INTERCARGO Technical Committee Chairman
Dimitris was born in London. He graduated from Athens College, Greece and
went on to undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Marine Engineering and
Marine Technology at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne.

He has over 35 years of experience in shipping, having dealt with a multitude
of technical, purchasing, crewing, financial, operational and legal aspects
within the industry as well as repairs, acquisitions and newbuilding projects in
Japan, South Korea and China.

He is Managing Director at one of the oldest London-Greek shipping companies
(established in 1921 in London) which has operated geared bulk carriers, product oil
tankers and combination ore/oil carriers over recent years as well as Chairman-elected
of the Technical Committee of the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners
(INTERCARGO) which represents the interests of approximately one third of the
global ocean-going bulk carrier fleet.

Dimitris is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of The Royal Institution of Naval
Architects, The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and The Institute of Marine
Engineering, Science & Technology and an Associate Fellow of the Nautical
Institute.

He presently sits on various industry bodies including the Council of the Greek
Shipping Co-operation Committee, DNV West Europe Owners’ Committee, Bureau
Veritas UK & Ireland Committee and Technical Committees of Lloyds Register
(Global), ABS (Europe), Korean Register (Greece) and the Union of Greek Shipowners.
He is also a member of the Marshall Islands Quality Council, the Marine Technical
Managers Association of Greece, the International Chamber of Commerce’s
Commercial Crime Services Advisory Board and the President of the Hellenic
Engineers Society of Great Britain.
Webinar hosting presenter Albert Veenstra
Professor, Trade and Logistics, Shipping, RSM, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
Albert is active in research in trade and logistics, with a particular focus on e-commerce. Albert has a background in econometrics and maritime economics. He is teaching in the field of global transport and logistics and ocen shipping. Albert is also scientific director of Dinalog, the Dutch Insititute of Advanced Logistics.
Webinar hosting presenter
Division on Technology and Logistics UN trade & development
Webinar hosting presenter Mike Konstantinidis
Managing Director, Vessel Optimisation, ZeroNorth A/S
Steering ZeroNorth's growth in the strategic regions of Greece, Cyprus, Turkey, and the Middle East, my expertise in executive management and strategy is propelling the maritime industry forward. Our team's focus on vessel optimization through high-frequency data is a testament to our dedication to innovation and operational excellence. With a PMP certification, I ensure that all initiatives are aligned with our ambitious goals, holding a steadfast commitment to data-driven decision-making.

My previous role as Co-Founder and CEO of Metis Cyberspace Technology SA grounded me in new business development, particularly harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence for maritime advancements. We have championed digital transformation, contributing to decarbonization efforts and increasing the sector's competitiveness. Contributing articles on CRM implementation and sales improvement, I have also shared insights on enhancing business effectiveness through technology.
Webinar hosting presenter Esther Roth
Program Manager Maritime Cluster, City of Rotterdam
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