IBIA 2014 Annual Convention: Quality and Compliance

by the International Bunker Industry Association
Monday October 6, 2014

PRESS RELEASE

The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) will be covering key topical issues at its 2014 annual convention.

Where and When : It will be held at The Grand Elysee Hotel in Hamburg from November 3 to 7.

Supported by the German Shipowners Association and the Ship Brokers and Traders association, IBIA has put together a comprehensive programme.

The week starts on Monday 3rd Nov with training forum specifically for the ship owner entitled Bunkering 2015 and beyond - Cover such topics as Fuel Switching, Sampling, ECA compliance and much more. For full Details click here

Tuesday 4th starts with a special workshop delivered by the Maritime Port Authority of Singapore and IBIA specifically for the ship owner concerning Bunkering ships in Singapore.

The convention then kicks off on Tuesday lunchtime, where we get into some issues that look at the opportunities to save money, be more efficient and compliant.

  • Issues covered include:
  • New Fuels
  • Implications of new fuels
  • Quality and integrity
  • Compliance and enforcement

With new sulphur regulations due to take effect from January 1, 2015, don't miss out on this highly relevant programme, plus great networking opportunities at the social events.

Speakers at the convention include:

  • Mark Williams - Braemar
  • John LaRese  - ExxonMobil
  • Mike Doma -   Field Upgrading
  • Daniel Leukx - Europia
  • David Lifschultz - Genoil
  • Niels Bjorn Mortensen - Maersk
  • Roger Strevens - Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics

Speakers from Rotterdam, Hamburg and Gibraltar ports and many more

Delegates can chose between several different packages, ranging from three to five days, with one even including exclusive access to the famous Eisbeinessen Festival dinner.

Places are limited so don't delay, book today!

Just visit http://ibia.net/event/annual-convention-2014/

About IBIA

IBIA

The International Bunker Industry Association exists to provide an international forum to address the concerns of all sectors of the international bunker industry.

The Association currently has over 450 organisations within its membership representing all within the marine fuel supply chain - "from the wellhead to the engine".

IBIA exists to represent the industry in discussions and negotiations with international and national policy makers, legislators and other stakeholders.

We review, clarify, improve, develop and endorse where appropriate, industry methods, practices and documentation.

Our objective is to increase the professional understanding and competence of all who work in the industry.

We represent the Marine fuels supply industry at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).

IBIA actively seeks to involve its members through its technical work groups, regional forums and annual convention to conclude on major issues and topics of the time, creating the "IBIA Position" to present to IMO and to industry.

IBIA champions the continued development of professionals within the bunker industry through its training programmes and publications.

We provide services and facilities for members and stakeholders as the Board shall from time to time consider appropriate.

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