This year, the Port of Bremen will be hosting the biannual RORO[ds_preview] Exhibition and Conference covering the rolling cargo and roll-on / roll-off passengers (ro-pax) industries. At the Messe Bremen, from 18–20 May industry executives will find leading global players introducing their latest innovations, along with a high quality Conference.
This pivotal meeting forum for key owners / operators, suppliers and service providers of ro-ro transport will be in place to discuss how the ro-ro sector will navigate a way out of the economic downturn and comply to even more stringent environmental regulations.
The ports of Bremen, Bremerhaven and the Seaports of Niedersachsen have a reputation for excellence and form the largest cargo hub between the rivers Elbe and Ems. Bremerhaven alone is capable of handling more than 1,600 car carriers each year, including the largest vessels in operation. The terminal has a capacity to hold around 90,000 vehicles, and its main customers include car manufacturers such as Daimler and BMW. Additionally, later this year it will open its brand new Kaiser Lock Gate, further cementing its position as one of Europe’s key vehicle import / export ports.
As trade begins to pick up the region is poised to play a leading role in the future of RoRo-transportation. bremenports is now one of the world’s largest automobile hubs and is capable of importing and exporting more than two million vehicles each year, making the city an ideal location to hold this year’s RORO event.
The conference, renowned for its cutting-edge debate, will also offer unparalleled networking opportunities, making the RORO Conference 2010 an event one can’t afford to miss! Over 200 delegates attended the conference last time.
More than 30 speakers so far have confirmed to participate, among them:
• Chairman: Erik Ostergard, CEO, Danish Transport and Logistics Association
• Kell Robdrup, Managing Director, Norfolkline Shipping BV
• Hanns Conzen, Managing Director, TT Line
• Paul Kyprianou, External Relations Manager, Grimaldi Group
• Alfons Guinier, Secretary General, European Community Shipowners’ Associations
• Dr. Stefan Woltering, Managing Director, Bremen Ports
• John Garner, Fleet Director, P&O Ferries Holdings
• Professor Dracos Vassalos, Professor of Maritime Safety, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK
• Miel Vermorgen, Director Sales and Logistics, Port Authority of Zeebrugge
• Mike Garratt, Managing Director, MDS Transmodal
• Dr. Walter Vassallo, Secretary General, Maritime Association for Research and Innovation
Following key issues will be discussed
• Global Ro-Ro Shipping Trends – analyse the impact of the economic downturn on ro-ro/ro-pax links
• Intermodal Challenge – assess the role of short sea shipping and ro-ro in Europe
• Special Industry Sectors – discuss how car carriers are adapting to lower global auto trade
• Port & Terminal Operations – understand how introducing innovation in ro-ro terminals can facilitate and improve ro-ro operations
• Ship Technology – discover how ship design can meet emissions reduction and safety standards
• Safety, Stability & Security – review the impact of new SOLAS rules on ro-pax design and operation
New in 2010
• RORO Shipping Roundtable Discussions: debate the issues impacting the ro-ro sector while networking with your peers in an interactive, friendly environment!
• Speedy Business Card Exchange: a way to meet new contacts in a quick, easy and relaxed atmosphere
• Ro-Ro Shipping Industry Poll: share your views in a poll of key issues impacting ro-ro shipping
