18-21 Sept: ICHCA & NMSA present NEW TECH, NEW WORLD WEEK
osted by The British Columbia Maritime Employers AssociationMultiple industry, regulatory and technology forces are converging to challenge and change the world of cargo handling as we know it. Bigger ships and shipping industry consolidation; automation, digitalisation and electrification; and increased safety and environmental legislation all have significant impact for HSSE, risk, compliance, skills and training, cargo care and operations professionals at sea, at the ship-shore interface, in ports and terminals and along landside transport chains.
ICHCA International, the professional membership body and NGO for the global cargo handling sector, is delighted to join with NMSA, the US National Maritime Safety Association, supported by host BCMEA, the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association, to stage a series of meetings and networking under the headline theme “New Tech, New World”.
Taking place in Vancouver, Canada, from 19-21 September, the 3-day event will bring together national, regional and international cargo professionals to explore latest industry, regulatory and technology trends and share views and experiences on the impact for safety, security, sustainability, skills development and day-to-day practical operations.
The agenda includes:
| Day | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue 18 Sept | ICHCA Board Meeting (open to ICHCA Board Members only) |
| Wed 19 Sept | 80th ICHCA Technical Panel Meeting (open to Technical Panel Members and invited guests) |
| Thu 20 Sept AM | ICHCA & NMSA Joint Meeting (open to all ICHCA & NMSA Members) |
| Thu 20 Sept PM | Tour of the Waterfront Training Centre (open to all) |
| Fri 21 Sept | ICHCA Seminar – Smart Ports & Cargo Chains: Data, Digitalisation & Disruption (open to all) |