MEPC83 Athens 2025 Registration

MEPC 83 Seminar series: Outcomes and Impact on International Shipping

Event Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Time: 14:30 - 18:00

Followed by a Networking Reception

Location: Asteria Glyfada, Domus
110 Poseidonos Avenue
Glyfada 166 75
Athens

ABOUT

ABS is pleased to host an expert briefing on the outcomes of MEPC 83 and their strategic implications for international shipping.

The event will provide a comprehensive analysis of the latest decisions from the IMO's Marine Environment Protection Committee with a focus on advancing decarbonization goals, evolving regulatory framework, and the broad impact on global maritime operations.

Bringing together key stakeholders and industry leaders, the session aims to offer valuable insights and guidance to assist shipping companies in aligning with compliance requirements and navigation the transition to a more sustainable future.

AGENDA

14:30 - 15:00 Registration & Networking
15:00 - 15:10 Opening Remarks- Elias Kariambas, ABS Vice President of Southern Europe, Marine Business Development
15:10 -15:30 Regulatory Update- Stamatis Fradelos, ABS Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
- MEPC 83 Regulatory Overview
- Timeline for New Regulations
15:30 - 15:50 The Use of Biofuels
- The Role of Biofuels in Maritime Decarbonization - Antony Vourdachas, ABS Senior Principal Engineer, Global Sustainability
- Class and Statutory Aspects - Konstantinos Kotsos, ABS Senior Technical Advisor, Corporate Chief Engineer Office
15:50 - 16:10 Coffee Break
16:10 -17:10 Aiming for Net-Zero GHG Emissions
- Industry experts will discuss the evolving regulatory framework and explore practical and forward-thinking strategies to support the transition toward net-zero GHG emissions. The session aims to provide actionable insights for shipowners, operators and stakeholders navigating the evolving decarbonization landscape.
Moderator:
- Stavros Hatzigrigoris, Owner, Advanced Engineering Services
Panelists
- Nicholas Logan, Asset Deal Originator, Ocean Transportation, Cargill
- Vasileios Petousis, Energy & Sustainability Officer, Seanergy
- Maria Kyratsoudi, ABS Director, Business Development, Greece
- Panos Zachariadis, Technical Director, Atlantic Bulk Carriers
17:10 – 17:20 Closing Remarks
- Elias Kariambas, ABS Vice President of Southern Europe, Marine Business Development
17:20 – Networking Reception

Speakers

ROBERT LANGFORD

Vice President, Global Offshore Wind, ABS

ERIK MILITO

President, National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA)

PHILLIP LEWIS

Director of Research, Intelatus Global Partners

Roy Bleiberg

Vice President, North America Business Development, ABS

Daniel Reed

Maritime Project Manager, Shell

Jan Sloth Møller

Offshore Site Manager, Ørsted

Jamie Lescinski

Director of Business Development, U.S. Offshore Wind, Boskalis

Timothy Axelsson

Director, Offshore Wind, Liberty Green Logistics

Gregory R. Trauthwein

President, New Wave Media

Josh Diedrich

Managing Director, WindServe Marine

Darren Truelock

Vice President of Operations, VARD Marine US

Ron MacInnes

President, Seatrium Offshore & Marine USA

Eric Empey

Director of Operations, DEME Offshore US LLC

ROBERT LANGFORD
Vice President, Global Offshore Wind, ABS

With over 30 years of experience in offshore consulting, engineering, construction, installation, operations, and maintenance combined with a deep understanding of offshore developments, Rob offers a full range of global perspectives and knowledge in New Energy and Hydrocarbons. He has successfully led numerous offshore developments. His collaborative efforts and leadership expertise on various offshore fixed and floating projects has allowed him to add value for leading energy companies worldwide.