Sustainability and Technology: The Drivers that Shape the Future of Yachting 

Event Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 

Location: Yacht Club de Monaco,
Quai Louis II, 98000, Monaco

Time: 11:00 – 17:00

Followed by a Cocktail Reception

ABOUT

The superyacht industry is currently at a pivotal moment on its journey towards sustainability. Cutting-edge technologies, the establishment of environmental regulations and the use of alternative fuels are reshaping the industry’s landscape while aligning it with a greener future. 

The Superyachts Forum, hosted by ABS, will bring together leaders and experts to explore how the latest innovations are enhancing the yachting experience as well as examine the trends that are shaping the future of the industry, transforming it in ways previously unimaginable.

Our esteemed speakers will touch on the latest developments of the market, technological advancements, new regulations, eco-conscious yacht designs, digitalization and alternative fuels that will contribute to the preservation of our marine ecosystems for future generations. 

AGENDA

• 11:00 – 11:30 Registration and Networking
• 11:30 - 11:40 Welcome and Opening Remarks
  • Daniele Bottino, ABS Manager, Business Development, Yacht Sector Lead 
• 11:40 – 12:00 Regulatory Update  
  • Lorenzo Pollicardo, Technical & Environmental Director, SYBAss
  • Stamatis Fradelos, ABS Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
• 12:00 – 12:30 Current Trends and Innovations in Yacht Technology
  • Electrification in Yachting – Riccardo Repetto, Global Segment Manager - Yacht Sales specialist, ABB
  • Fuel Cell Technologies – Torben Mørch Sørensen, Marine Sales Director, Blue World Technology
  • Methanol Engines for Yachts – Pierpaolo DaFieno, Managing Director of MAN Energy Solutions, Italia
• 12:30 - 12:50 Unlocking Sustainability in Superyachts
  • Rene Laursen, ABS Director, Global Sustainability
• 12:50 – 13:50 Lunch Break
• 13:50 - 14:10 Yacht Market Outlook 
  • Lucy Dunn, Content Director, BOAT International
• 14:10 - 14:25 Engineering Update
  • Pier Carazzai, ABS Vice President, Engineering EMEA
• 14:25 - 14:40 Flag State Regulations
  • Marc Verburg, Director, Yacht Operations, Marshall Islands
• 14:40 - 15:30 Panel Discussion: How is Technology and Sustainability Changing Yachting? 
  • • As the demand for more efficient, sustainable, and luxurious superyachts grows, the industry continues to push the boundaries of technology in new-build yachts to meet these expectations and drive positive change towards a new era where yachts and environmental responsibility go hand in hand. 
  • Moderator:
    • Lucy Dunn, Content Director, BOAT International
  • Panelists:
    • Xavier Perrone, Commercial Manager, Hill Robinson Group Ltd
    • Riccardo Repetto, Global Segment Manager - Yacht Sales specialist, ABB
    • Marc Verburg, Director, Yacht Operations, Marshall Islands
    • Stamatis Fradelos, ABS Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
    • Andrea Castagno, Project Coordination Department Director, SanLorenzo Yacht

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• 15:30 - 15:40 Closing Remarks
  • Daniele Bottino, ABS Manager, Regional Business Development, Yacht Sector Lead
• 15:40 – 17:00 Cocktail Reception