SENIOR MARITIME FORUM 2025
Smart Navigation, Green Symbiosis, Convergent Innovation Kerry Hotel Pudong (No. 1388 Hua Mu Road, Pudong, Shanghai) 1 - 4 December 2025
Senior Maritime Forum
A unique opportunity for shipbuilders, ship-owners, suppliers, and decision-makers from renowned industry organisations worldwide to gather, address critical challenges, and share insights in the maritime industry. We are excited to bring together such a diverse group of professionals to collaborate and learn from each other.
Theme: Smart Navigation, Green Symbiosis, Convergent Innovation
Venue: Kerry Hotel Pudong (No. 1388 Hua Mu Road, Pudong, Shanghai)
Date: 1 to 4 December 2025
Sessions
| Date | Session Code | Session Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 December 2025 (PM) | A | Keynote Address |
| 3 December 2025 (AM) | B | Shipbuilding & Ocean Engineering |
| 3 December 2025 (PM) | C | Shipping and Ports |
| 4 December 2025 (AM) | D | Marine Finance and Law |
| 1 December 2025 (PM) | E | Marine Equipment & Technology Forum |
Registration Packages
For General Public:
| Pass Type | Fee (General Public) |
|---|---|
| 3-Session Pass | USD 230 |
| Full Access Pass (All 5 Sessions) | USD 290 |
Remarks:
- Single-session tickets are not available. The minimum registration requirement is three sessions.
- Early Bird Offer: A 10% discount will be applied to registrations completed with payment on or before 31st October 2025.
- To register, please click on 'Conference Delegate'. The registration link is available here.
For Exhibiting Company:
| Pass Type | Fee (Exhibiting Company) |
|---|---|
| 3-Session Pass | USD 185 |
| Full Access Pass (All 5 Sessions) | USD 235 |
Remarks:
- Each exhibiting company is entitled to two complimentary tickets for the Marine Equipment & Technology Forum session.
- Single-session ticket is not available. The minimum registration requirement is three sessions.
- Early Bird Offer: A 10% discount will be applied to registrations completed with payment on or before 31st October 2025.
- To register, please click on 'Conference Delegate'. The registration link is available here.
Exclusive Access for Senior Maritime Forum Conference Delegate!
ONE REGISTRATION, TWO PREMIER EVENTS – DOUBLE THE INSIGHT, ONE SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE
We’re excited to announce that holders of the Senior Maritime Forum pass enjoy complimentary access to two dynamic conference tracks at Marintec China:
- 🔹 Marintec Innovation Energytec – Dive into the future of sustainable maritime energy solutions.
- 🔹 Marintec Cruise Interiors – Explore the latest trends in cruise ship design and passenger experience.
This is your chance to broaden your perspective and engage with cutting-edge developments across the maritime industry—all included with your Senior Maritime Forum registration.
Speakers
(more speakers will be announced soon)
Mr Bard BREDA BJERKEN
Managing Associate, Wikborg Rein Advokatfirma AS
Mr Roberto CAZZULO
Chairman, International Association of Classification Societies (IACS)
Mr Bo CERUP-SIMONSEN
CEO, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
Mr Adnan EZZARHOUNI
General Manager, GTT China / Chair, EU Chamber of Commerce Shipbuilding Committee
Mr FENG Qin
Expert, Shanghai Offshore Oil and Gas Bureau
Mr Steve GORDON
President, Clarkson Research
Mr HUANG Zhen
Academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Ms JIN Yanzi
Chief of Corporate Technology, Hudong-Zhonghua (Group) Co Ltd
Mr Nikos KAKALIS
Global Bulk Carriers Segment Director, Lloyd's Register
Mr LI Xin
Vice Director, Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute
Mr LI Yanqing
Secretary General, China Association of National Shipbuilding Industry
Mr LIANG Gang
Chief Engineer, Shanghai Marine Diesel Engine Research Institute (SMDERI)
Mr LU Yanhui
Vice President, COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co Ltd
Mr Vineet PURI
Head, Global Shipping & Logistics - Asia & Japan, Citi
Ms Cristina SAENZ DE SANTA MARIA
Chief Operating Officer, DNV Maritime
Shanghai Maritime University
Mr Noah SILBERSCHMIDT
Founder and CEO, Silverstream Technologies
Mr Jos STANDERWICK
CEO, Maritime London
Mr WU Shunping
Deputy Director & Chief Engineer, CCS Wuhan Rules & Research Institute
Mr XU Bin
Chairman, BOCOM Leasing
Mr XU Feng
President, Shanghai Institute of Marine Insurance / Shanghai Branch, China Pacific Property Insurance
Ms ZHANG Shuang
Researcher, Shipping Development Research Institute, Dalian Maritime University
