Oceans Economy Conference and Expo
22-23 MAY 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.
WHEN & WHERE
Embark on a voyage
of new business opportunities
MAKE YOUR BOOKING NOW WITH OCEANS ECONOMY
MEET
Meet Fellow to-level players in the oceans economy space.
CONNECT
Connect with and exchange ideas across oceans economy sectors.
SHARE
Share ideas and innovations in maritime developments.
DISCOVER
Discover and celebrate the oceans economy in the unique location of the Saldanha IDZ
ABOUT THE OCEANS ECONOMY CONFERENCE & EXPO 2024
Taking place MAY 2024, the event brings together top-level players in both the general oceans economy and maritime security industries for
high-level discussions and engagements on developments in new technologies for the maritime industry, as well as the protection and promotion
of South Africa’s maritime assets.
- EXHIBITORS AND VISITORS:
Maritime Metrics
44%
PRIVATE MARITIME AND DEFENCE COMPANIES
36%
GOVERNMENT
14%
STATE-OWNED COMPANIES
6%
INTERNATIONAL ATTACHES
MISSION
Bring together the entire oceans economy ecosystem for high level engagement within the commercial and defence maritime industries.
CHALLENGE
Openly discuss and find solutions to the complex issues surrounding South Africa’s vast maritime industrial and defenca landscape.
IMPACT
Create a foundation for the growth and expansion of the oceans economy, developing entrepreneurship and fostering co-operation.
FEATURES AT OCEANS ECONOMY CONFERENCE & EXPO 2024
HIGHLY RELEVANT
Day 1: Commercial Maritime
- The importance of the Maritime Industry: Investigating the ocean economy’s contribution
to global trade and economic growth. - Mapping out the total maritime industry stakeholders and role players
- New horizons 2023: The biggest trends in the maritime sector
- The future of port management and operations: Challenges and opportunities
- Overview of Operation Phakisa: The goals, objectives, intended achievements and
economic impact - The state of the regional fisheries industries: Trends, challenges and opportunities
- Coastal and marine tourism and it’s impact on job creation.
- Shipbuilding, maintenance, repairs and overhaul.
- Exploration and opportunities in offshore oil and gas
Day 2: Maritime Security
- An examination of current and emerging threats to maritime security in Southern Africa (piracy, terrorism, and statesponsored aggressions).
- A case for regional Integrated Maritime Security Strategy rather than a national focus.
- The road to realising Africa’s Integrated Maritime Strategy(AIMS).
- Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) Capabilties and Technologies.
- Maritime Domain Awareness: The opportunities for collaboration and partnerships to secure marine borders
- Safety and security of cargo and crew (commercial, support and infrastructural management on ships).
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