GALLERY OF THE OCEANS ECONOMY CONFERENCE & EXPO 2024
The 2024 Oceans Economy Conference and Expo is a two-day high level industry event which brings together key phrases in the commercial and defence maritime industries.
The conference covers the full spectrum of services and products for the sector including logistics and shipping, offshore oil and gas, fisheries, tourism as well as defence and security at sea.
The expo is the ultimate showcase of cutting edge technologies, innovative solutions, and industry advancements in the oceans economy sector.
Live demonstrations of vessels, search and rescue and security systems will also form a key highlight of the event.
- SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS
Odwa Mtati – CEO, South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI)
New Horizons 2024: The biggest trends in the maritime sector.
The new way of work has imposed significant changes in the way companies around the world perform, forcing them to adopt new operational practices quickly. The maritime sector is no different; companies have had to re-evaluate supply chain management and logistics based on shipping, clearing delays and other operational challenges. When charting a course in response to the key trends shaping the maritime sector in 2024, these are the strategies that need to be implemented.
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The new way of work has imposed significant changes in the way companies around the world perform, forcing them to adopt new operational practices quickly. The maritime sector is no different; companies have had to re-evaluate supply chain management and logistics based on shipping, clearing delays and other operational challenges. When charting a course in response to the key trends shaping the maritime sector in 2024, these are the strategies that need to be implemented.
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Tembaletu Tanci – Acting Head of Operation Phakisa, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Unpacking the Ocean Economy Master Plan.
The OEMP takes Operation Phakisa to the next level with the inclusion of Small Harbours and Coastal Marine Tourism as additional sub sectors. It also seeks to include the recognition of Wild Capture Fisheries.
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The OEMP takes Operation Phakisa to the next level with the inclusion of Small Harbours and Coastal Marine Tourism as additional sub sectors. It also seeks to include the recognition of Wild Capture Fisheries.
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Rajesh Dana – Acting Managing Executive, Transnet National Ports Authority
Unpacking challenges and opportunities in South Africa’s port infrastructure and operations.
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Nomqhele Dube – Analyst, Birguid
Economic insights into South Africa’s fishing
industry.
This presentation will delve into the economic factors shaping South Africa’s fishing industry. Through a comprehensive overview, we’ll explore key themes such as market trends, regulatory frameworks, sustainability challenges, and emerging opportunities. By examining the interplay between economic forces and industry dynamics, participants will gain valuable insights into navigating this vital sector in South Africa’s economy.
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This presentation will delve into the economic factors shaping South Africa’s fishing industry. Through a comprehensive overview, we’ll explore key themes such as market trends, regulatory frameworks, sustainability challenges, and emerging opportunities. By examining the interplay between economic forces and industry dynamics, participants will gain valuable insights into navigating this vital sector in South Africa’s economy.
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Fisokuhle Mbatha – Research Assistant, South African Deep-sea Trawling Industry Association (SADSTIA)
Strategies and challenges in promoting
environmental responsibility in South Africa’s
fishing industry.
This presentation will delve into the economic factors shaping South Africa’s fishing industry. Through a comprehensive overview, we’ll explore key themes such as market trends, regulatory frameworks, sustainability challenges, and emerging opportunities. By examining the interplay between economic forces and industry dynamics, participants will gain valuable insights into navigating this vital sector in South Africa’s economy.
This presentation will delve into the economic factors shaping South Africa’s fishing industry. Through a comprehensive overview, we’ll explore key themes such as market trends, regulatory frameworks, sustainability challenges, and emerging opportunities. By examining the interplay between economic forces and industry dynamics, participants will gain valuable insights into navigating this vital sector in South Africa’s economy.
Nceba Mfini – HR Executive, Amsol
Investing in the future
An overview of the critical skills required to usher in the future and strategies to plug the current skills gaps.
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An overview of the critical skills required to usher in the future and strategies to plug the current skills gaps.
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Timothy Walker – Maritime Project Leader and a Senior Researcher, Institute for Security Studies (ISS)
Understanding the impact of new naval
technology in the African maritime security
seaspace.
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Cobus Valentine – Chief Commercial Officer, Global Command and Control Technologies
Global Command and Control Technologies in Maritime Domain Awareness.
Sefale Montsi – Director, Damen Shipyards Cape Town
Accessing Naval supplier and business opportunities in conjunction to Operation Biro.
As a key supplier for the SA Navy, Damen Shipyards will share opportunities stemming from the latest MMIPV project and strategies for the broader industry to get involved in Operation Biro.
As a key supplier for the SA Navy, Damen Shipyards will share opportunities stemming from the latest MMIPV project and strategies for the broader industry to get involved in Operation Biro.
Professor Patrick Vrancken – South African Research Chair in the Law of the Sea and Development in Africa, Nelson Mandela University
Exploring state ocean jurisdiction: Legal rights and responsibilities in Maritime Zones.
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Dr Vusi Malaza – Senior Manager, Institute for Maritime Technology a Division of Armscor SOC Ltd
Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) capabilities and technologies.
New capabilities to support MDA must be developed through investments in technology including sensors and platforms, communications and information sharing, and information exploitation. Which capabilities and technologies are required to compete with global powerhouses, detect threats and eliminate challenges in the African context?
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New capabilities to support MDA must be developed through investments in technology including sensors and platforms, communications and information sharing, and information exploitation. Which capabilities and technologies are required to compete with global powerhouses, detect threats and eliminate challenges in the African context?
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