Europort - November 7-10 2017, Rotterdam Ahoy-Inspiring creative thought

Maritime Awards Gala

On the evening prior to the opening of Europort 2017, The Maritime Awards Gala will take place. The forthcoming presentation of the prestigious Maritime Awards will be this year’s flagship event to celebrate the Dutch maritime sector’s innovative power. The winners of the Maritime Awards will be announced during the twelfth edition of the Maritime Awards Gala, on 6 November 2017 in Rotterdam. Both shipowners, shipyards, students, designers and suppliers qualify for a Maritime Award when they have demonstrated their added value to the Dutch maritime cluster, or have been an inspiring example of innovative power to others. The following Maritime Awards will be presented: Maritime RNLN Van Hengel-Spengler Award Maritime Innovation Award Maritime KVNR Shipping Award Maritime Designer Award Maritime Award: KNVTS Ship of the Year 

Europort Opening Ceremony

How the Internet Of Things and blockchain can improve supply chain efficiency

The Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain are emerging new technologies in the logistics context that will become mainstream within the next 5 to 10 years, according to research organization, Gartner. Most people are familiar with IoT for smart applications in the living room, but less is known about the tremendous improvements IoT can lead to within the supply chain.

Blockchain technology makes it possible to accumulate generated data in a decentralized database and create a distributed ledger that keeps records of digital transactions. Data in the blockchain is unchangeable and digitally recorded in packages (called blocks). Blockchains are formed by blocks that are chained to other blocks, using a cryptographic signature. They are visible to anyone within a network with the appropriate permissions. This technology will have a major impact on supply chains, potentially reducing delays and making the need for intermediaries obsolete.

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Job Route

In the Maritime & Offshore Career newspaper, distributed at the entrances of Europort, visitors can find a ‘Job Route’ guiding them to many interesting companies offering career opportunities. 

Amver Awards

The United States Coast Guard is pleased to present the Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER) Awards for 2017 to companies from the Netherlands that have made themselves available for search and rescue around the world.

Start-up Plaza

Brand new on the exhibition floor of Europort is the Start-Up Plaza. Ten young companies will showcase their innovative product or service for the maritime industry; keeping efficiency, health, environment and much more in mind. 

To learn more about these strong initiatives, come to hall 6 to meet the creators in between their pitch time in the spotlight on the corresponding stage. The design of the Start-Up Plaza ensures you won’t miss it!                                                                      

Speakers Corner

In the speakers’ corner, exhibitors will give technical presentations of 20 minutes every day, during opening times of the exhibition. Detailed info to be followed.

Power and Propulsion Alternatives for Ships

How Energy management can save costs and support MRV compliance

The energy efficiency of vessels of all types is a concern for shipping companies and fleet managers, saving costs and limiting emissions. Getting an insight into the optimum use of energy can help shipping companies perform better using the same amount of fuel. In this way, energy management can contribute to achieving a profitable and sustainable business model. There are other reasons for gaining an insight into fuel use and emissions. CO2 emissions from maritime transport, for example, are subject to new regulations from both the European Commission and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). 

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Job Route

In the Maritime & Offshore Career newspaper, distributed at the entrances of Europort, visitors can find a ‘Job Route’ guiding them to many interesting companies offering career opportunities. 

Europort Cruise Party

After the exhibition closes on the evening of Wednesday November 8, business will continue in the vibrant setting of the magnificently renovated SS Rotterdam (Steam Ship Rotterdam). This legendary ship sailed off to almost every corner in the world as the former flagship of the Holland America Line. Now the ship is resident in the city of her birth, providing the perfect backdrop for this event. The Europort Cruise Party is an ideal occasion to invite your business relations and meet industry friends, while enjoying good food and drinks, beautifully overlooking the river Maas and the skyline of the dynamic city of Rotterdam. Shuttle buses will be available after the exhibition closes to transfer visitors and exhibitors to what will be a most rewarding and stimulating evening.

More information and tickets: www.europortcruiseparty.nl

MariMatch Europort 2017

MariMatch 2017 is an international "matchmaking" event for companies and institutions in the maritime industry who are looking for new business and/or research partners. The event offers the opportunity to gain new international contacts for future technology partnerships. The focus is on innovative technology. After registration on the MariMatch website participants can schedule appointments with other parties or be invited by potential foreign partners. The intermediate network of Enterprise Europe Network plays an active role in connecting parties from different countries. More information and registration: www.b2match.eu/marimatch2017

Start-up Plaza

Brand new on the exhibition floor of Europort is the Start-Up Plaza. Ten young companies will showcase their innovative product or service for the maritime industry; keeping efficiency, health, environment and much more in mind. 

To learn more about these strong initiatives, come to hall 6 to meet the creators in between their pitch time in the spotlight on the corresponding stage. The design of the Start-Up Plaza ensures you won’t miss it!                

Speakers Corner

In the speakers’ corner, exhibitors will give technical presentations of 20 minutes every day, during opening times of the exhibition. Detailed info to be followed.

CEDA Dredging Days 2017

CEDA Dredging Days 2017, themed around sustainable dredging, will focus on dredging projects that can add value to nature, as well as to society and economy, and minimise potential negative impacts. Highlights will include the launch of a new book, prepared by CEDA in association with International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) members, that is expected to become a new standard guide for the dredging community, and a technical programme with 19 peer-reviewed papers presented by international experts. An interactive session will focus on contractual problems and how to avoid them. More information and registration: www.cedaconferences.org/dredgingdays2017 or register directly: https://www.cedaconferences.org/content.asp?owner=24&h=15&s=0

How big data can improve operational performance

Big Data is, without doubt, a game changer. The data revolution has found its way into the shipping sector and, increasingly, shipboard systems are equipped with an IP address and sensors, so that data regarding the performance of each specific component can be transferred ashore. This makes it possible to generate real-time information on various aspects, such as the status of operations, the performance of equipment and any necessary maintenance.

Shipping companies, fleet managers and maritime suppliers are expected to have a vision as to the data they want to generate. Having such a vision will help them achieve better cost efficiency and lower the overall total cost of ownership.

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CEDA Netherlands Reception

Job Route

In the Maritime & Offshore Career newspaper, distributed at the entrances of Europort, visitors can find a ‘Job Route’ guiding them to many interesting companies offering career opportunities. 

MariMatch Europort 2017

MariMatch 2017 is an international "matchmaking" event for companies and institutions in the maritime industry who are looking for new business and/or research partners. The event offers the opportunity to gain new international contacts for future technology partnerships. The focus is on innovative technology. After registration on the MariMatch website participants can schedule appointments with other parties or be invited by potential foreign partners. The intermediate network of Enterprise Europe Network plays an active role in connecting parties from different countries. More information and registration: www.b2match.eu/marimatch2017

Start-up Plaza

Brand new on the exhibition floor of Europort is the Start-Up Plaza. Ten young companies will showcase their innovative product or service for the maritime industry; keeping efficiency, health, environment and much more in mind. 

To learn more about these strong initiatives, come to hall 6 to meet the creators in between their pitch time in the spotlight on the corresponding stage. The design of the Start-Up Plaza ensures you won’t miss it!               

Speakers corner

In the speakers’ corner, exhibitors will give technical presentations of 20 minutes every day, during opening times of the exhibition. Detailed info to be followed.

CEDA Dredging Days 2017

CEDA Dredging Days 2017, themed around sustainable dredging, will focus on dredging projects that can add value to nature, as well as to society and economy, and minimise potential negative impacts. Highlights will include the launch of a new book, prepared by CEDA in association with International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC) members, that is expected to become a new standard guide for the dredging community, and a technical programme with 19 peer-reviewed papers presented by international experts. An interactive session will focus on contractual problems and how to avoid them. More information and registration: www.cedaconferences.org/dredgingdays2017 or register directly: https://www.cedaconferences.org/content.asp?owner=24&h=15&s=0

How HR can make your organization future-proof

A business relies on having a highly skilled workforce, to innovate and operate in tough and rapidly evolving market conditions. This means companies must adapt and change - and it is having the right people that makes this possible. It is, therefore, critical that companies attract and retain young talent and high-performing employees. Human Resource (HR) management can make a significant contribution, not only by using social science techniques, but also by leveraging HR data, analytics, and predictive models. In this Masterclass, the speakers will suggest that taking a new perspective on HR can be beneficial in making your organization future-proof and reaching the business results you are aiming to achieve. 

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Job Route

In the Maritime & Offshore Career newspaper, distributed at the entrances of Europort, visitors can find a ‘Job Route’ guiding them to many interesting companies offering career opportunities. 

Maritime Delta Pitches & Award

Start-up Plaza

Brand new on the exhibition floor of Europort is the Start-Up Plaza. Ten young companies will showcase their innovative product or service for the maritime industry; keeping efficiency, health, environment and much more in mind. 

To learn more about these strong initiatives, come to hall 6 to meet the creators in between their pitch time in the spotlight on the corresponding stage. The design of the Start-Up Plaza ensures you won’t miss it!               

Sea Europe Member Meeting

Event Inland Shipping 'This will be the news'

Inland shipping association Royal BLN-Schuttevaer organizes the breakfast session 'This will be the news'. We will present a vision document which we created together with entrepreneurs and stakeholders and we will host a discussion with politicians. Visitors will also get a closer look at the future of inland navigation education. We will conclude with formulating trends in our policy areas: Environment, Nautical, Security and Market. Our event is presented in the form of the popular Dutch TV show 'Dit was het nieuws'. The meeting is freely accessible for anyone who is active in or around inland navigation.

Speakers corner

In the speakers’ corner, exhibitors will give technical presentations of 20 minutes every day, during opening times of the exhibition. Detailed info to be followed.

Student Meeting

OSPAR Work session on Handling (Plastic) Garbage in the Fishing Sector

The OSPAR work session “Handling (Plastic) garbage in the Fishing Sector” will focus on the practical experiences with preventing new garbage from the fishing sector to end up in the oceans, especially concerning the handling of plastic domestic waste and discarded fishing gear on board of fishing vessels and in fishing harbours. By discussing the practices with participants from the fishing sector, waste companies, harbours and other organisations new ways for better waste management and prevention will be explored.

Youngship Seminar

How the Internet Of Things and blockchain can improve supply chain efficiency

How big data can improve operational performance

Power and Propulsion Alternatives for Ships

How Energy management can save costs and support MRV compliance

CEDA Dredging Days 2017

CEDA Dredging Days 2017

OSPAR Work session on Handling (Plastic) Garbage in the Fishing Sector

Job Route

Amver Awards

Job Route

Job Route

How HR can make your organization future-proof

Job Route

Student Meeting

Maritime Delta Pitches & Award

Youngship Seminar