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IFAN WELCOMED AS A SUPPORTING ORGANISATION OF LISW21
LONDON: July 8th, 2020: The organisers of London International Shipping Week are delighted to welcome the International Foundation for Aids to Navigation (IFAN) onboard as a Supporting Organisation of London International Shipping Week 2021 (LISW21). Support for LISW21 from the domestic UK and international shipping and maritime communities as well as Government has been overwhelming READ MORE
Maritime Skills Commissioners announced
Maritime UK, the umbrella body for the maritime sector, is today announcing the inaugural Commissioners to serve on the Maritime Skills Commission. Government and industry, working through Maritime UK, has established the Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) to lead the sector’s work in ensuring the maritime sector has a pipeline of talented people to serve all READ MORE
UK Ranks 1st on Paris MOU Whitelist
The United Kingdom is officially the highest performing Flag under the Paris MOU Port State Control regime. In the Paris MoU Committee list published today (1 July 2020), the UK heads the White List which is based on the total number of inspections and detentions over a three-year rolling period for flags which have had READ MORE
ABS CONFIRMED AS PLATINUM SPONSOR OF LISW21
PRESS RELEASE ABS CONFIRMED AS PLATINUM SPONSOR OF LISW21 LONDON: JUNE 4, 2020: The organisers of London International Shipping Week are proud to announce that American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has signed up as a Platinum Sponsor of London International Shipping Week 2021 (LISW21). ABS is a leading provider of classification services to the global READ MORE
GLOBAL SHIPPING INDUSTRY LOOKS FORWARD TO LISW21 AS SEPTEMBER DATE IS CONFIRMED
LONDON: MAY 4, 2020: Preparatory work to deliver a London International Shipping Week in 2021 that will be even more relevant and internationally-focused than ever before is well underway as London and the UK look to a trading future outside of the EU and an industry free of the economic constraints imposed by this READ MORE
INMARSAT CONFIRMED AS DIAMOND SPONSOR OF LISW21
LONDON: MARCH 2, 2020: The organisers of London International Shipping Week are proud to announce that Inmarsat plc has signed up as Diamond Sponsor of next year’s event, LISW21. This announcement follows confirmation that the week-long premier global shipping and maritime event will be held during the week of September 6-10, 2021. Inmarsat is the READ MORE
LONDON INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING WEEK 2019 PROVES ONCE AGAIN THAT IT IS THE MUST-ATTEND EVENT OF THE GLOBAL MARITIME CALENDAR
London International Shipping Week 2019 (LISW19) once again exceeded all expectations by welcoming thousands of global shipping industry leaders to more than 200 official events throughout the week. Initial estimates placed the number of UK and international visitors at approaching 20,000 but this figure could rise even further when the number of ‘unofficial’ events are READ MORE
Videotel Wins Best Crew Wellbeing Programme at Safety at Sea Awards
Leading maritime training provider Videotel has won the Best Crew Wellbeing Programme at the Safety at Sea Awards held during London International Shipping Week. The category was for the best standout wellbeing initiative which, in the judges’ opinion, has helped protect crew mental health and wellbeing. Launched during the 5th Annual International Shipowning & Shipmanagement READ MORE
Digital shoppers must understand the vital role shipping plays in delivering their goods, Princess Royal tells industry leaders
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Patron of Maritime UK, demonstrated the importance of London International Shipping Week (LISW) by attending a VIP reception at Banqueting House on Tuesday evening (September 10). With her usual wit, charm and insight, Princess Anne spoke knowledgeably about the international maritime sector, the role of the seafarer, and modern READ MORE
Fourth Propulsion Revolution: ICS Reaches Beyond the Shipping Community
A packed house of delegates was confronted yesterday with the reality of powering global trade without the use of fossil fuels. At the International Chamber of Shipping’s 2019 Conference – Setting Course for 2050 : Powering Global Trade, more than 30 influential speakers from around the world challenged the shipping community to fully explore the READ MORE
Technology, geopolitical uncertainty and environmental regulations will force change throughout the shipping industry
LONDON, 12 September 2019 – Global law firm Reed Smith yesterday hosted a panel of shipping experts to discuss the issues having the biggest impact on the maritime industry. As part of London International Shipping Week, representatives from a cross-section of the industry took part in a lively debate on international trade and the wider READ MORE
Baltic Exchange launches new ship operating expenses assessment
The Baltic Exchange has launched a new assessment to track the cost of operating vessels. Initially covering a range of dry bulk vessels, the service will also be expanded to tankers and other sectors. The Baltic Operating Expense Index (BOI) will be published quarterly and based on assessments from three leading independent third-party ship management READ MORE
ABS Supports Amver Awards Honoring UK’s Commitment to Saving Lives at Sea
(LONDON) ABS continued its long-standing backing of the Amver Awards by sponsoring a ceremony recognizing the contribution of UK shipping to the unique reporting system supporting search and rescue efforts for those in distress at sea. The awards honored 397 UK managed vessels from 54 companies for their commitment to maritime safety, making themselves available to READ MORE
DNV GL: Flexibility is the key as shipping transitions to a lower carbon future
London, 11 September 2019: DNV GL – Maritime has released the third edition of its Maritime Forecast to 2050 at London International Shipping Week 2019 (LISW). The Maritime Forecast examines the future of the shipping industry in a rapidly changing global energy landscape. This year’s report focusses on the challenge of reducing the carbon intensity READ MORE
Inmarsat landmark study identifies critical role for maritime startups
New study commissioned by the Inmarsat Research Programme and conducted by PUBLIC shows the key role startups and connectivity will play in driving maritime industries along the road to digitalisation. New study commissioned by the Inmarsat Research Programme and conducted by PUBLIC shows the key role startups and connectivity will play in driving maritime industries READ MORE
Port of Southampton and Government launch UK first Port Economic Partnership
The Department for Transport (DfT), in partnership with ABP’s Port of Southampton, today launches the UK’s first Port Economic Partnership (PEP), an innovative initiative to create stronger links between ports and Government, to maximise long-term trade and economic growth. The Partnership will be launched at an event at London International Shipping Week, on board the READ MORE
ABS Brings Together Industry Leaders to Discuss the Journey to 2050
London International Shipping Week Event Looks Beyond Today’s State-of-the-Art to Meet Decarbonization Challenges (LONDON) Shipping industry leaders debated the industry’s decarbonization challenge at a high-profile ABS panel at London International Shipping Week today. CEO of JP Morgan Global Transport Andrian Dacy; Global Head of Wet Freight at Trafigura Rasmus Bach Nielsen and CTM CEO John READ MORE
Government backs cutting-edge tech to drive down shipping emissions
£2.3m grant to support the development of trailblazing maritime technology. Government to work with the investment community to help finance zero-emission shipping projects. Latest step in Department for Transport’s Clean Maritime Plan. Britain is set to become a global hub for low-carbon maritime technology, thanks to new government funding. Maritime Minister Nusrat Ghani has today READ MORE
New ship to boost safe navigation in UK seas
Government confirms it will buy new state-of-the-art ship for General Lighthouse Authority Trinity House. Cutting-edge vessel will replace the ageing THV Patricia and will use new tech to improve safety at sea. New ship announced as part of London International Shipping Week, which is promoting the UK as a leading maritime trading nation. Travelling in READ MORE
Government hails maritime industry as lifeblood of global trade with launch of London International Shipping Week
Leading global maritime event will show the UK is open for business and has a bright future in international trade. More than 20,000 delegates flood to the capital amid a suite of new Government policies to further enhance the UK as a world maritime leader. Ministers will meet with sector leaders to discuss ambitious future READ MORE
LISW19 OFFICIALLY BEGINS WITH MARKET OPENING OF THE LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
London International Shipping Week 2019 (LISW19) got off to a flying start this morning as UK Government and industry opened trading at the London Stock Exchange (LSE). Lord Mountevans, Chairman of the LISW19 Board of Advisors; Nusrat Ghani MP, Minister for Maritime and Kitack Lim, Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) joined Nikos READ MORE
New Maritime London report outlines steps to grow UK’s $6bn maritime businesses
A new report commissioned by trade promotion body Maritime London has set out 36 detailed recommendations to grow the UK’s $6bn – marine insurance, ship broking, legal, finance and classification industries. The UK has long been the global leader for professional maritime services, but faces increasing competition from centres including Singapore, US, China and Norway. READ MORE
SOUTH AFRICAN SCHOOL GIRLS ANSWER LONDON’S MARITIME CALL
Two 17 year old maritime students from Simon’s Town School’s Lawhill Maritime Centre (www.lawhill.org) will be among the industry ‘movers and shakers’ attending the prestigious London International Shipping Week (LISW), a ‘must attend global shipping event’ taking place from September 9 to 13, 2019. Their visit has been made possible by the TK Foundation, a READ MORE
Help us hit £2million for GOSH in LISW
After my son Oscar’s third birthday, he was referred to Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) where his future would change forever. He was diagnosed with leukaemia. He had 5 brain haemorrhages and 3 bone marrow transplants. But just as everyone began to lose hope, Oscar started to get better. He only survived thanks to pioneering READ MORE
Over 40% of Maritime Businesses Failing to Fund Training
London: Global research recently conducted by Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, the experts in life-long learning for maritime professionals, has revealed that over 41% of people surveyed still receive no funding from within their business for training, with a mere 20% stating that they receive 75-100% funding. Following over 500 responses from professionals around the world and READ MORE
Indian Register of Shipping takes over Chairmanship of IACS
Arun Sharma, Executive Chairman of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass), has been formally introduced as the new Chairman of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) to a group of specially invited maritime journalists at a press conference in the capital today. Mr Sharma was elected as the new Chairman of IACS in a READ MORE
SCOTLAND AND ISLE OF MAN LIGHTHOUSE SHIP ‘PHAROS’ TAKES UP RESIDENCE IN THE THAMES DURING LISW19
NLV PHAROS, one of the ship’s which services marine Aids to Navigation in Scotland and the Isle of Man will play a significant role at London International Shipping Week (LISW) when she will be berthed in the Thames alongside HMS BELFAST from 7 to 13 September 2019. The Northern Lighthouse Board’s 84m multi-function Tender is READ MORE
ShipMoney delighted to have Debra Searle MBE speaking at its LISW event
As the youngest woman to row SOLO across the Atlantic Ocean, Debra has an amazing story to tell of 30 foot waves, killer sharks and very near misses with cargo ships. Seas the Day is the inspiring story of her adventure. During the session she will be challenging perceptions around skillset vs mindset, the impact READ MORE
Facing disruption or cancellation of British Airways flights to London? If so, please read on.
If you are due to be travelling to London International Shipping Week and your flights have been cancelled due to the British Airways strikes, our sponsor and Travel Management Company partner ATPI Marine & Energy are very happy to help you with new travel arrangements via our inhouse team. ATPI Marine & Energy will be READ MORE
Cyber Leadership in Maritime
“In keeping with the exciting announcements during LISW, Norton Rose Fulbright and Templar Executives are delighted to be offering a privileged, GCHQ certified Cyber security Board level briefing for CEOs from the Maritime industry at the end of October. This industry briefing will be delivered by Templar Executives and hosted at Norton Rose Fulbright offices READ MORE
AWARD-WINNING WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COACH TO ADDRESS LACK OF FEMALE EXECUTIVES AT LONDON INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING WEEK
Award-winning women’s leadership coach, Kate Bollanou, has been invited to address an audience at the Women in Shipping Summit during the London International Ship-ping Week on the 10th September – having turned her frustrations into her motivation to help other women. Being the only non-UK national, as well as the youngest and only female member READ MORE
Impressive Line-up of Roundtable Panellists for Inaugural Indian Register of Shipping LISW Event
Leading classification society, the Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass), has recruited an impressive list of panellists for its inaugural event at London International Shipping Week. To be held at the America Square Conference Centre, the panel will be made up of some of the industry’s most respected senior level decision makers including Brian Johnson, Chief READ MORE
British ports welcome funding but is looking for political agreements between UK and EU
Following the announcement today (Friday 30 August) that the UK Government has opened a new grants scheme for infrastructure modifications at ports in preparation for a ‘no deal’ Brexit, the British Ports Association has welcomed the funding but suggested that at this late stage a deal was the best way to avoid potential disruptions at READ MORE
ICS confirms record line up for its flagship Conference
ICS has added further high-level speakers to the line-up of its 2019 Conference: Setting Course for 2050: Powering Global Trade. The flagship conference will take place on September 11th at the British Library, during London International Shipping Week. Stuart Neil, Communications Director of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) said: “The shipping industry is facing READ MORE
Flying the flag for London
The arrival of three prestigious ships in London to celebrate LISW19 underlines the importance that is now attached to this world-leading event. The Royal Navy’s Type 23 Frigate HMS Argyll, docked at Excel London, the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s RFA Lyme Bay, anchored at Greenwich, and the Northern Lighthouse ship NLV Pharos, moored alongside HMS Belfast in the shadow of Tower Bridge, READ MORE
Introducing Waves Group CASPAR System
You’ve just received a call to say that your Vessel has been involved in a major incident. Initial details are sparse – it seems that while nobody has been hurt there could be some very serious damage caused to both the Vessel and some expensive port infrastructure. There will be a lot of questions. Is READ MORE
HRH The Princess Royal to welcome global maritime leaders to London International Shipping Week
HRH The Princess Royal will officially welcome five hundred of the world’s leading maritime executives, diplomats and heads of government to the UK for London International Shipping Week in September. The Princess Royal, who is Patron of Maritime UK, will launch LISW 2019 in the regal surroundings of Banqueting House alongside the Minister for Maritime, READ MORE
Training aid ship project set for launch
Ambitious plans are being launched for a £150m training and disaster relief ship with cutting-edge British technology. Britannia Maritime Aid (BMA), a registered charity, aims to build the futuristic vessel in Britain. It is officially launching its plans at the UK Chamber of Shipping on Monday September 9 during London International Shipping Week. Maritime professionals READ MORE
MARITIME CLUSTERS GATHER IN LONDON TO DISCUSS SHIPPING’S FUTURE
Senior leaders from the world’s major maritime clusters will meet during London International Shipping Week 2019 to discuss ways they can cooperate in servicing the future needs of the global shipping industry. The LISW19 International Maritime Cluster Round Table Debate is sponsored by the Irish Maritime Development Office and will be held from 9am to READ MORE
Security, Disputes and Doing Business top agenda at LISW19 West Africa Session
Towards facilitating global engagement with the Nigerian maritime industry, leading Nigerian shipping and transport law firm, Akabogu & Associates, is set to host the West African Shipping Summit, scheduled as one of the highlight events of the London International Shipping Week. This is as the global shipping community converges in London to discuss among other READ MORE
