Dispatches No. 118

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Date for your DIARY – InterManager AGM – 11 October 2012 – Copenhagen
This year’s InterManager Annual General Meeting will be held in Copenhagen 11th of October and hosted by our member CODAN at their premises, immediately after the Informa 22nd International Ship Management Business Conference 2012 (09-10 October), which you as member of InterManager will also be entitled for discount.
Venue Address: Codan – Gammel Kongevej 60; 1790 Copenhagen V; Denmark
Codan also kindly facilitated The hotel which is very central, only 300 m.
from to train to airport (departure every 10 min.) and only 100 m. from the AGM venue
Hotel name: Scandic Hotel, Vester Soegade 6, 1601 Copenhagen V tel + 45 33 14 35 35 www.scandichotels.com
Booking ref:. D310436894 (Codan) – please use in order to get discounted corporate rates.
Rooms available range from EUR 105 (905 DKK) to EUR 300
Agenda and programme is firming nicely and should be available by 11 September
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Last week:
29-31 August – Maritime Safety Conference – Copenhagen – Kuba Szymanski speaking along with MOPS representative Dag Nesfossen from Odfjell
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This Week
Quiet
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Looking forward:
11 September – Seagull User Forum – London – Kuba Szymanski representing InterManager
24-25 September – Marine Electronic and Communication Conference – organised by Riviera – London – Kuba Szymanski speaking
26-27 September – Condition Based Maintenance Conference – IMAREST – London – Kuba Szymanski speaking
02 October – “Generation ‘Y’ – Professional Navigators” Seminar & World Hydrography Day 2012 Reception – Kuba Szymanski speaking

Discounts and offers for members
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24 – 25 September 2012 Marine Electronics & Communications Conference 2012
Venue Millennium Gloucester Hotel & Conference Centre, London
Conference overview:
The Marine Electronics & Communications Conference takes an in-depth look at major issues facing ship operators today and in the future. It is the must attend event for anyone whose business involves electronics and communication technology for ships.
1. one free delegate place – TAKEN ALREADY 
2. 10% discount to your members who would like to attend – Please quote this advert
http://www.rivieramm.com/events/Marine-Electronics-and-Communications-Conference-21/Event-Home-195
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The 3rd IMarEST Condition Based Maintenance Conference taking place on 26 – 27 September 2012 will have as its theme “the removal of obstacles to cultural change” and aims to determine what will be the tipping point for widespread adoption of CBM within organisations.
InterManager Members can register to attend at the ‘Marine Partner’ rate and also save £150 off fees before 3 August 2012 – representing 25% savings. Quote “InterManager VIP-CBM”
Call: +44 (0)20 7382 2702; email: [email protected]; visit: www.imarest.org/events
26-27 September 2012, Singapore Green Ship Technology Asia Conference
http://www.informamaritime.com/FKT2369IMEM
20% InterManager discount * VIP Code: FKT2369IMEM
T: +44 (0) 20 7017 5511 E: [email protected]
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26-27 September 2012, Singapore Green Ship Technology Asia Conference
http://www.informamaritime.com/FKT2369IMEM 20% InterManager discount * VIP Code: FKT2369IMEM
T: +44 (0) 20 7017 5511 E: [email protected]
Designed to specifically address the needs of shipowners and operators who want to discuss the commercial strategies and technology solutions available with their peers and colleagues, ship operators from companies such as Maersk, China Navigation, Gearbulk Norway, V Ships, Thome Shipmanagement and Altus Shipping among others, will participate in panels and presentations on the key issues facing the industry today, including:
1. How can the owner/operator make the right investment decisions without further clarity on regulations and guidelines?
2. How to incorporate green technology into the day-to-day running of the fleet
3. Issues surrounding implementation of EEDI for new vessels
4. Debating whether industry has the ability to meet the D2 standard
5. How hull management impacts on ships’ operations
You will also hear from the shippers and logistics managers – H&M and Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics – on where the pressures are in the supply chain to improve environmental performance and how this affects shipowners and operators.
As a special feature, the shipowner/operator breakfast briefing will be just that: open only to shipowners and operators to discuss how to make strategic and technical solutions now in order to meet the challenges; how to filter the information available and make informed decisions within reasonable budgets.
InterManager members have now 3 free of charge tickets – please contact Kuba
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3-5 October 2012 Marseille Mediterranean ship-waste initiative at the GreenPort congress that will take place (www.greenport.com/congress).
Free admission
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9-10 October 22nd International Ship Management Business Conference 2012 – Copenhagen
New Dynamics, New Challenges, New Opportunities

http://www.informamaritimeevents.com/FKT2387IM
Quote VIP Code FKT2387IM to save 50%

For discount details please contact Kuba
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11 October 2012, Copenhagen – InterManager AGM – agenda will be available at the beginning of September
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15 – 16 October 2012, Miami BWMTech North America
Navigate ballast water management regulations and equip your fleet for compliance in North American waters at the leading US BWM conference
The first regulatory and technical international ballast water gathering for shipowners operating in North American waters. BWMTech North America will deliver practical compliance guidance and brief the maritime industry on US ballast water regulatory developments.
50% Discount for InterManager members. Quote VIP Code: FKT2396MNGEM to Claim
Visit: http://www.informamaritimeevents.com/FKT2396MNGEM
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15 – 16 October 2012. Tanker Safety Conference 2012
Venue: Orchard Hotel, Singapore
Conference overview:
Tanker Shipping & Trade journal’s two-day event firmly established as THE meeting point for key executives in the tanker industry to discuss the operational challenges facing tanker owners, operators and managers
– one free delegate place – ALREADY TAKEN 
– 10% discount to members who would like to attend – Please quote this advert
http://www.rivieramm.com/events/tanker-safety-conference-2012-36/event-home-548

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17 October – Athens – Seagull – Newslink Greek User forum

This year’s annual Seagull – NewsLink Greek User Forum is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 17th 2012.
The venue is the Athenaeum InterContinental Hotel, Syngrou Avenue 89-93, Athens, 11745, Greece.
We will start with the first session in the afternoon for those who are interested to attend InterManager’s KPI seminar. The Seagull – NewsLink meeting will start later in the evening. There will be a buffet for all participants after the closing.
This forum is open to all customers, their guests, and anyone interested in learning more about InterManager, Seagull & NewsLink.
You will have the opportunity to meet your maritime colleagues and talk directly with the people at InterManager, Seagull and NewsLink

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18 October – Singapore – TradeWinds Smart Shipping Conference – Four Seasons Hotel

Join smart shipping innovators who are overcoming shipping’s challenging commercial and regulatory environment.

You’ll get insight and practical guidance on:
• Getting smart: From the boardroom to the bridge
• Putting together smart supply chains and purchasing processes
• Closing the gap between regulatory compliance and smarter shipping
• Who’s paying to be smart and is it paying off for them?

PLUS! Exclusive to TradeWinds SmartShipping, Owners & Managers Panel – an interactive and expertly moderated session that will get you the nuggets of wisdom you need from the forward-thinkers in the market. Visit www.smartshipping2012.com for full details and to register.

PS! InterManager members are entitled to 10% discount off the regular rate – simply quote promotion code XXXX when registering.
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21-24 October 2012
37th Annual Interferry Conference Grand Hyatt Hotel, Dubai
Conference overview
The Interferry conference is the longest running shipping conference devoted to the ferry industry. Sessions will cover financial and economic trends, alternative fuels (with a focus on LNG), technology (both IT and communications), ship design innovations, regulations and opportunities in developing countries. Highlighting the speaker line-up will be Andreas Chrysostomou, Chairman of Marine Environment Protection Committee of IMO; Bud Darr of the Cruise Lines International Association speaking on the Costa Concordia accident; Arnauld Filancia of Wartsila providing a view of the next 30 years using scenario analysis; and Jan Olsson of Deutsche Bank providing his views on the Euro crisis.
The host organization, Roads & Transport Authority of Dubai, is providing a 50% discount on the delegate registration fee for the first 250 delegates. There are 50 places remaining. In addition Emirates Airlines is offering a 10% discount on flights to Dubai and room rates at the 5-star Grand Hyatt start at $200.
For more details and online registration go to http://www.interferry.com/confwebsite/confindex.html
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Combating Piracy Week 22 – 26 October 2012, London www.combating-piracy.com
Combating Piracy Week will bring together over 200 senior security representatives from across the shipping and oil and gas industries to hear the latest thinking on practical security measures and gain intelligence on current levels of political involvement. You’ll leave armed with new intelligence to create a robust and tailored security strategy to protect your offshore assets from piracy and maritime crime. For more information on this flagship meeting, simply visit www.combating-piracy.com or email [email protected]. Intermanager members are eligible for a 15% discount off the conference registration fee, simply quote the priority booking code: INTERMANAGER when registering.
What will you learn at Combating Piracy Week?
• Access data analysed and explained by the IMB, IMO and EUNAVFOR to make sure you are aware of the emerging and existing threats to your organisation
• Understand how the fight against piracy is evolving and how your security strategy needs to evolve with it: Assessing the implications of the land-based assaults carried out by EUNAVFOR on pirate clans and the ongoing debate surrounding the payment of ransoms
• Hear the successes and failures of recent innovations in protection technologies and conduct a cost-benefit analysis of the latest technologies
• Understand how private armed security companies will be regulated and the implications this will have on your operations: Make sure your private armed security teams work within the realm of the law
• Engage with political decision makers to make sure your industry needs are taken into account when directing future policy
• Have your company’s specific challenges tackled by recognised experts in dedicated 3-hour interactive workshops: Share experiences with your industry peers and access the expert knowledge of your workshop facilitator
• Benefit from hearing from an unparalleled expert speaker panel representing the vast array of key stakeholders all bringing you the latest filtered information to stay one step ahead of the pirates
• Learn key lessons from your peers during dedicated networking time with a room packed with senior security experts from across the global shipping and oil & gas industries
For more information or to register, please visit www.combating-piracy.com or email [email protected]. Please don’t forget your booking code: INTERMANAGER.
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14-15 November 2012, London 25th International Ship Finance & Investment Conference
http://www.informamaritime.com/FKT2382IMEM 20% InterManager discount * VIP Code: FKT2382IMEM
T: +44 (0) 20 7017 5511 E: [email protected]
27-29 November Intermodal Europe 2012
Amsterdam RAI
Containers in Motion Container Transport across the Road, Rail and Sea
Intermodal Europe is the must-attend event that brings the intermodal industry together. Attend the free exhibition and conference for the opportunity to network with leading figures from every transport and logistics sector.
3-4 December – London – Management of Ships Waste Seminar – Informa
InterManager members are entitled to a 50% discount to attend for registrations made by 7th September 2012, there is a 20% discount for registrations made after this date.
You can see the latest programme at www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/FKT2397EMSPK
To register visit www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/FKT2397EMSPK, email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 20 7017 5510
Please quote VIP code FKT2397EMSPK when registering to secure the discount.
If you book by the 7th September, they get a further early registration discount of £200.

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19 – 20 November, 2012 Amsterdam, the Netherlands European Ports & Shipping 2012
Exploring PPP opportunities in the European ports and shipping industry

Over the years, maritime transport has emerged as a critical contributor to the trade competitiveness of the European Union. Consequently, for many countries with an adequate coastline, maritime infrastructure development has attracted significant investments, thereby influencing the pace, structure and pattern of development in the country. The opportunities for private and foreign investment in port infrastructure projects across the EU in coming years are immense. Governments have already planned huge investments to meet the growing port infrastructure needs and a large number of port infrastructure projects are coming. The European Ports and Shipping Conference will bring together an international audience where you will have the opportunity to meet, network and benchmark with key representatives from the ports and shipping industry and discuss how to overcome your challenges in today’s competitive economic environment.

Who Will You Meet
Policy Makers, Government & public sector, Port and terminal operators (Port Trusts, Private Port & Terminal Operators etc.), Port infrastructure developers, Shipping lines, Logistics /supply chain companies, Storage and warehousing providers, Supply chain professionals, Logistics and distribution experts, Private Investors (Domestic/International), Transport companies, Construction companies, Consultants, Marine, electrical & mechanical engineering companies, Financial institutions and banks
Speaker Panel
CEO, Bibby Ship Management, UK
CEO, Ship Owners Associations of South Africa, South Africa
General Director,International Union of Combined Road – Rail transport, Belgium
Secretary General Manager, European Port Community Systems Association, UK
Managing Director, MDS Transmodal, UK
Managing Director, Wilhelm Borchert, Germany
Technical Director, Royal Haskonig DHV, UK
Development Manager, PCC Intermodal, Poland
Business Manager Logistics, Port of Rotterdam Authority, Netherlands
Marketing Manager, Venice Port Authority, Italy
….. and many others
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Capt. Kuba Szymanski
Secretary General
InterManager
+44 7624 498 266
web: www.intermanager.org

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