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Blueprint for a Maritime Nation is an exciting 2-day event that features an outstanding program of expert speakers addressing themes that are critical to Australia’s success as a Maritime Nation.
Day 1 – National Maritime Capability and Resilience Conference
Day 2 – 4th Maritime Decarbonisation Summit
A program that explores the opportunities, challenges, and future state for our industry
Thank you to our amazing sponsors
Platinum & Gala Dinner Sponsors
Queensland Government
The Queensland Government is taking strong action on climate change and is supporting projects that capture opportunities that will come from global demand for cleaner, greener and more sustainable products.
Queensland’s coastline stretches over 7,400 kilometres making the maritime industry one of the key enablers of the growth in the state’s economy. To back its commitment to net zero emissions by 2050, Queensland is helping reduce global maritime emissions through developing sustainable low and zero carbon marine fuels, including green hydrogen and its derivatives.
The Queensland Government has made strategic investments as part of its Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy to capture emerging domestic and international renewable hydrogen opportunities, including industry changing initiatives such as Yanmar’s renewable hydrogen fuel cell vessel. Leading Japanese maritime manufacturer Yanmar has chosen Queensland to demonstrate its 12-metre-long cruiser that is powered by the latest renewable hydrogen technology.
On a larger scale, in 2023 Queensland company EcoTech Biodiesel provided biofuel for ANL, Woolworths Group, the Port of Brisbane, bp Marine and EcoTech collaboration to undertake a 42-day trial voyage between South East Asia and Australia powered by a locally produced biodiesel fuel. As a low cost, biodegradable and renewable energy source, biofuels have proven themselves to be an immediate and low emission alternative to fossil fuels. Preliminary data shows the voyage using biodiesel would reduce emissions by approximately 17% from diesel.
The Queensland Government is also heavily focused in promoting the career opportunities in the maritime industry and has so far held two maritime careers open days – one in Cairns and one on the Gold Coast. Those two events saw more than 2,500 career seekers attend the over 70 exhibitors representing industry, government, training, and apprenticeship related services. The days was heavily focused on training, skills, and employment pathways, and attendees had the opportunity to connect directly with employers facing skills shortages.
The Queensland Government is also investing heavy in maritime Infrastructure. The Cairns Marine Precinct (CMP) is one of the few ports in Australia that can offer potential expansion opportunities in berth and land facilities to Defence and commercial operators. The Queensland and Australian governments are coinvesting $360 million for a new common-user facility within the CMP that will incorporate a 5000-tonne ship lift, allowing ships of up to 120 metres in length to be repaired and maintained on three hardstand areas, as well as two facilities for blasting and painting vessels.
ASP Ships Group
The ASP Ships Group provides services and solutions to the global maritime industry. We manage maritime assets more efficiently, ensure compliance, and minimise risk by using modern digital systems. Our services include Ship Management, Technical Support, Crew Management, Newbuilding Supervision & Marine Logistics – delivered from our network of 12 offices in 10 countries, including 3 offices in Australia and 1 in New Zealand.
ASP has a proud history having emerged from the Australian maritime sector to become a market leader in ship management services not only in Australia & New Zealand, but across the globe. Our international business now includes Technical & Marine offices in Singapore, India, Australia, New Zealand & UK with Crewing operations in India, Ukraine, Croatia, Philippines, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Singapore Australia & New Zealand.
The ASP global fleet now comprises over 250 + vessels of most ship types, where we provide either technical and/or crew management services.
The ASP Ships Group is proudly Australian owned and operated with significant international operations. Our core focus is managing all ships safely and efficiently for each and every one of our clients.
Gold & Lanyard Sponsors
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is Australia’s national agency responsible for maritime safety, protection of the marine environment, and maritime and aviation search and rescue.
With a vision of “safe clean seas, saving lives” AMSA promotes the safety and protection of our marine environment and combats ship-related pollution; provides the infrastructure for navigation in Australian waters; and maintains a national search and rescue service for the maritime and aviation sectors.
AMSA is the national regulator for domestic commercial vessels and works with industry to implement improvements to ensure safe domestic commercial vessel operations; covering vessel safety, operational safety, and seafarer certification.
AMSA’s remit also includes Port State control and Flag State administration, regulation of coastal pilotage areas, and responsibility for casualty response and pollution prevention in the marine environment.
AMSA represents the Australian Government at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other international forums in the development, implementation and enforcement of international shipping standards including those governing ship safety, seafarer welfare, and protection of the marine environment.
MMA Offshore
MMA Offshore is a leading provider of marine and subsea services globally.
With our fleet of modern offshore vessels and our marine, subsea and project logistics expertise, we deliver pioneering blue solutions to support energy and offshore renewables projects, governments and coastal infrastructure around the world.
Whether delivered as a singular solution, or an end-to-end integrated project – we partner closely with our clients to provide innovative, fit for purpose solutions to solve the most demanding marine challenges.
Headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, MMA has a global presence, with offices in Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, Dubai and the United Kingdom.
We pride ourselves on the world class safety, quality and reliability of our operations, underpinned by our Target 365 safety culture which strives for “a Perfect Day, Every Day”.
Svitzer Australia
Svitzer is a global towage and maritime services leader with deep local experience and expertise, delivering mission-critical, safe, and reliable operations.
Founded in 1833, Svitzer builds on more than 190 years of experience, and our powerful tugboats and experts in towage work tirelessly to keep goods flowing, businesses thriving, and communities connected.
Svitzer serves approximately 2,000 customers in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries through a fleet of 456 vessels.
We are proud to be setting the standard for sustainable marine services and have ambitious targets focused on emissions reduction.
Silver Sponsors
Bureau Veritas M&O
www.marine-offshore.bureauveritas.com
At Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, we share a drive to leave the maritime world in a better place than we found it. It’s what unites us, our passion for the oceans and our desire to not just protect our seas, but to shape a better maritime world for future generations.
Pioneering the safety and performance of new technologies since 1828, we are one of the world’s leading ship classification societies and offshore safety and verification bodies, with a global network to support clients worldwide.
We understand the challenges clients face in designing, building and operating a truly sustainable maritime business. We’re by their side to help navigate the energy transition; supporting them with practical advice, tools and technology to make the right decisions to run a safe, sustainable and high performing businesses.
We’re known for being responsive and building strong and long relationships with our clients; for being flexible without compromise. And because we’re part of Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services with over 82,000 employees in more than 1600 locations, we have a truly global outlook, bringing a broader understanding of the global supply chain and blue economy.
So, whether we’re meeting the challenge of decommissioning offshore oil and gas assets safely and sustainably, helping shipowners embrace decarbonisation and digitalisation to transport goods safely and sustainably, or supporting marine renewable energy technologies, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore is shaping a better maritime world.
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore. Shaping a better maritime world.
CSL Australia
The CSL Group (“CSL”) is a world-class provider of complex marine solutions with a history that dates back to 1845. CSL is the world’s largest owner and operator of self-unloading vessels, the third-largest operator of cement carriers, and a leader in high-efficiency transhipment solutions.
With operations that span Australia, the Americas, Europe and Africa, CSL delivers millions of tonnes of cargo annually for customers in the construction, steel, energy and agri-food sectors.
CSL is deeply committed to zero harm and strives to set the standard for safer, smarter, and cleaner shipping toward a sustainable future for people and the environment.
ERGT Australia
ERGT Australia was founded on the understanding that immersive, experiential learning results in greater competence and capability in safety and emergency response training.
For 30 years our business is underpinned by a commitment to strong partnerships, experienced people and world-class facilities.
Our experiential programs are delivered in immersive learning environments that closely reflect real-life workplaces, blending theory and scenario-driven practical approaches to optimise engagement. We design and deliver nationally recognised training programs in collaboration with industry, to help safeguard people and assets in high-risk environments.
ERGT is uniquely positioned to support the Maritime industry through immersive experiential training with centres located in Victoria, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory. We provide Nationally Recognised, and STCW AMSA approved maritime training courses for seafarers working on board vessels in Australian and international waters, who must hold and maintain certain certificates under the relevant STCW standard. Our focus is to provide high-risk safety training, with reliable and consistent standards, nationwide. Our capability includes Sea Survival, Fire Fighting, and extensive Emergency Incident Response training solutions.
Maritime Employees Training Ltd (METL)
Maritime Employees Training Ltd (METL) is a registered not-for profit Group Training Organisation (GTO) and Registered Training Organisation (RTO) established by industry and governed by a bi-partite board consisting of Employer representatives and representatives of the Maritime Union of Australia.
METL recruits, trains, and employs Trainee Integrated Ratings (TIRs) for the industry. METL partners with shipping companies who act as Host Employers of the TIRs to acquire the sea time necessary to acquire their IR certificate of proficiency.
METL is also the only RTO in Australia to deliver the Cert II Maritime Operations (Linesperson) course. This specialised course allows for training and recognition of skills within the workplace, and is delivered in multiple ports around Australia.
Since inception METL has worked for the betterment of the maritime industry through a response to workforce needs.
Wärtsilä Australia
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,800 professionals in more than 280 locations in 79 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2023, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 6.0 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Wärtsilä Marine’s broad portfolio of engines, digital technologies, propulsion systems, hybrid technology, and integrated powertrain systems delivers efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental performance. Wärtsilä Marine also supports customers with lifecycle services related to exhaust treatment, shaft line, and underwater repair.
