From Policy to Practice: Trading in U.S. Waters and IMO MEPC Outcomes
October 23, 2025 | Athens, Greece
Join maritime industry leaders and regulatory experts for a timely and in-depth seminar focused on navigating the evolving U.S. regulatory landscape and the latest developments from the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC).
Hosted by ABS, this event will provide practical insights, regulatory updates, and expert perspectives on trading in U.S. waters.
Time: 14:30 - 18:00
Location: Athens Marriott Hotel Leof. Andrea Siggrou 385, Athina 175 64, Greece
Agenda at a Glance
14:30 - 15:00
Registration & Networking
15:00 - 15:10
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Elias Kariambas, Vice President of Southern Europe Marine Business Development, ABS
15:10 - 15:35
MEPC Extraordinary Session Update
Stamatis Fradelos, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, ABS
Q&A Session (5 mins)
15:40 – 15:55
U.S. Regulatory Framework
Stamatis Fradelos, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, ABS
Q&A Session (5 mins)
16:00 - 16:25
USCG Port State Control Trends
Louis O’Donnell, Assistant Chief Surveyor, ABS
Q&A Session (5 mins)
16:30 - 16:45
Break
16:45 – 17:00
Changing Flag to USA & Trading in U.S. Waters
Keegan Plaskon, Director of Business Development, ABS
Q&A Session (5 mins)
17:05- 17:50
Panel Discussion
- Moderator: Elias Kariambas, Vice President of Southern Europe Marine Business Development, ABS
- Panelists:
- Nicholas Notias, Chief Executive Officer, Steelships LLC
- Daniel A. Tadros, Chief Operating Officer, American P&I Club
- Louis O’Donnell, Assistant Chief Surveyor, ABS
- Michael Fan, Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, Tsakos Energy Navigation
Q&A Session (5 mins)
17:50-18:00
Closing Remarks
18:00
Reception - Light Buffet
From Policy to Practice: Trading in U.S. Waters and IMO MEPC Outcomes
October 23, 2025 | Athens, Greece
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