geneva dry 2024

OUR sponsors

Geneva Dry wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors. Find out more about them all below.

Should you wish to sponsor Geneva Dry, please contact either:

  • Grant Rowles on +61 450 752 486 or grant@asiashippingmedia.com
    or
  • Victor Halder on +852 6030 0350 or victor@asiashippingmedia.com.

about our sponsors

AboutShips is a specialist advisory firm that shapes the most significant opportunities and transformations in the global maritime sector by matching smart capital with smart maritime platforms. We specialize in working with investors and maritime entrepreneurs to increase impact in the industry and unlock greater value for all stakeholders. We only back platforms that have a demonstrable ESG improvement for the maritime world and the industries and communities it works with. Whether as Operating Partners to institutional capital, or as value creators for owners of maritime businesses, we are hands on in our approach. Visit our website, follow our LinkedIn or get in touch with us at askme@aboutships.co.uk.

ABS, a leading global provider of classification and technical advisory services to the marine and offshore industries, is committed to setting standards for safety and excellence in design, construction and operation. Focused on the safe and practical application of advanced technologies and digital solutions, ABS works with industry and clients to provide solutions that drive sustainability, optimize performance and increase operational efficiency for marine and offshore assets.  Through a global network, ABS delivers services and solutions to clients—using the same consistent approach when applying various rules and requirements—providing core competencies of survey and engineering. This commitment to service is what distinguishes ABS as a true class leader and a trusted partner to our clients throughout the life of their assets. Standing on its record of independence, exceptional class service, safety and technology leadership, ABS delivers value at every stage of development of an offshore asset or marine vessel.

Aderco, the fuel treatment technology specialists, established 40 years ago and headquartered in Geneva, develops, manufactures and distributes specialized environmentally friendly fuel treatment for the maritime, power generation, mining, tank farm and inland transportation sectors. Aderco’s products are for use in any kind of residual, hybrid or distillate fuels (including VLSFO, ULSMGO & BIO-FUEL) and are designed to solve fuel-related problems before, during and after combustion. With Aderco products being 100% vegetal-organic, ashless and metal-free, this sets the benchmark for greater performance, efficiency, and sustainability in fuel-powered operations. For more information, follow our LinkedIn page or contact us on www.aderco.com.

Admaren, established in 2018, is a leading maritime software and animation company. We are thrilled to unveil SecureLoad, our flagship product and the world's first web-based loading computer and stowage planner, integrated with advanced ballast automation capabilities. Its cutting-edge interactive 3D technology for precise load configuration and user-friendly interface simplify vessel operations for everyone, including non-technical personals. It offers the ultimate convenience of no installations, instant access, and multi-user functionality from anywhere on any device. Aimed at ship owners, charters, and more, SecureLoad supports a wide array of vessel types, setting new industry standards. Follow our LinkedIn page or learn more on our product at secureload.app.

AmSpec Group has been relied upon in the testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) sector for several decades. Our ever-growing global network consists of hundreds of world-class facilities and over 6,000 employees. We provide independent marine inspection services, including but not limited to Draft surveys, Hold inspections, Vessel safety inspections, On/Off hire bunker surveys, Port captaincy and loading supervision, Breakbulk load and discharge monitoring, Hold cleaning assistance, and Clean cargo holds certification. In addition, we offer AQIS inspections for Australian Fertilizer and other commodities, as well as internal ISM, ISPS, MLC, and Navigation Audits.

For more information, please get in touch with our Marine team at marine.australia@amspecgroup.com.

ARROW has grown steadily over the last 30 years to become one of the largest privately owned shipbroking groups in the world; with a well-established reputation as a leading dry bulk specialist. Arrow has 14 offices globally, providing experienced and professional Chartering, Derivative, S&P and Newbuilding brokerage services in all of the major maritime sectors.

Follow Arrow on LinkedIn or at www.arrowship.com.

Ship’s Agents - Charterer’s Agents - Ocean Freight Forwarders

For four generations, the Savage name has signified superior service, quality, and value in maritime shipping services. We represent ship owners, operators, charterers, managers, and brokers throughout the world. With Savage, you partner with a team of experienced professionals dedicated to customer satisfaction – we get your ship into port, discharged or loaded, and on its way in the most efficient manner. Our ASBA certified ship agents are experts in the specialized and diverse capabilities of all Tampa Bay berths and terminals, and as the USA East Coast, Gulf Coast and USVI representative to the Multiport Ship Agencies Network we are professionally networked to provide the same level of service globally. Our FMC-licensed ocean freight forwarders ensure that your shipments are properly documented, loaded, and delivered to the proper destination.

Founded in 2000, AXSMarine is a global provider of online software solutions and commodity tracking data to the international shipping & commodity industry and is trusted by more than 18,000 users worldwide. Its software solutions deliver remarkable efficiency to commercial chartering processes in Dry, Tanker and Containership. These products provide a suite of modules and APIs, which allow shipping & commodity executives to fully analyze trading, commercial and operational activities. All web-based services are accessible from any computer, anywhere, without additional downloads or installation. AXSMarine online tools are secure, fast, and easy to use. With AXSMarine, professionals work faster, manage more efficiently and plan better. The company is headquartered in Paris, France, and has a presence in the UK, Germany, Greece, Bulgaria, Singapore, UAE, and USA.

To find out more, please visit:  www.axsmarine.com. 

Bigyellowfish is a pioneering technology platform that seeks to revolutionize and optimize "Human Performance" and "Workplace Wellbeing" for frontline workers. Our primary objective is to redefine the future of workplace technology within the maritime industry, with a core emphasis on sustaining human capital in this sector, rooted in the principles of Human Element and Behavioural Risk Management. Currently, more than 60,000 seafarers spanning across 20+ organizations benefit from our platform on a daily basis.

Braemar provides expert investment, chartering, and risk management advice that enable its clients to secure sustainable returns and mitigate risk in the volatile worlds of shipping and energy. BraemarScreen is the essential platform for navigating volatile dry freight markets. With more than 25,000 daily data points, BraemarScreen is the go-to solution for professionals in the dry freight space. Analyse and chart market trends effortlessly, while directly trading FFAs. Gain a competitive edge in a volatile industry. Log in to BraemarScreen.com now and thrive in uncertain markets. For more information, follow Braemar on LinkedIn or at Braemar.com.

With more than 150 years of maritime experience, BRS Shipbrokers is one of the largest full-service shipbroking companies in the world. Although specialized in shipbroking and carbon markets advisory, the company’s activity also includes freight derivatives, market research and ship finance consultancy. BRS Shipbrokers belongs to BRS International; a multifaceted group which also holds financial investments in data management and chartering software provider, AXSMarine. Shipping and maritime trade are vital for the global economy, with over 90% of world trade happening by sea. Operating from 23 different locations around the world, BRS Shipbrokers offers consistent and continuous service to our clients. We focus on forward-thinking and strategic planning to meet our clients' immediate and long-term needs and projects. The company has an established and recognized name within the industry, based on longstanding connections with major producers, traders, and shippers with whom we maintain close relationships.

https://www.brsshipbrokers.com/

At Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, we share a drive to shape a better maritime world for future generations. Pioneering the safety and performance of new technologies since 1828, we are one of the world’s leading ship classification societies and offshore safety and verification bodies. Responsive and flexible without compromise, we support clients worldwide with practical advice, tools and technology to run safe, sustainable and high performing businesses. We’re part of Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services, so we have a truly global outlook on the global supply chain and blue economy.

Burmester & Vogel (BV) stands as the leading provider of maritime software, pioneering the AI revolution in laytime and demurrage. BV's advanced solutions streamline the complex, manually-intensive processes inherent in commodity trading and vessel chartering. Trusted by over 150 global commodity traders and vessel charterers, BV's innovative products calculate demurrage for over one billion tons of cargo annually. Since our inception in 1983, BV has remained dedicated to optimizing maritime logistics, ensuring seamless operations and enhanced efficiency in global trade. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, BV continues to drive the digital transformation of the maritime industry, enabling clients to save time, mitigate risks, and capture demurrage P&L effortlessly.

Devbulk has a history over a century in dry bulk shipping. The company offers safe and reliable dry bulk transport solutions. Devbulk operates a modern handy bulk fleet with double-hull vessels. Steaming with eco-engines, all the vessels are shallow draft with cranes and grabs therefore have the competitive advantage of calling almost any kind of port in the world. The company has a keen commitment to sustainable shipping and focus on seafarer safety, carbon efficiency and strong care to environmental protection.

DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry standards, and inspires and invents solutions.  Whether assessing a new ship design, qualifying technology for a floating wind farm, analysing sensor data from a gas pipeline or certifying a food company's supply chain, DNV enables its customers and their stakeholders to manage technological and regulatory complexity with confidence.  Driven by its purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, DNV helps its customers seize opportunities and tackle the risks arising from global transformations. DNV is a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.

Dream Sea Navigation (DSN), is an agile and upcoming firm in the freight trading arena from the Oilmar Group, proudly sponsors Geneva Dry. As a specialist in premium freight services, DSN is rapidly establishing a strong market presence, driven by a commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency. Our team, enriched with experienced professionals from various industry segments, offers a rich tapestry of market insights. DSN, leveraging Oilmar's longstanding shipping industry experience, particularly in tankers and marine fuels, is eager to expand partnerships in the dry cargo domain. Our sponsorship of Geneva Dry, aligns with our dedication to excellence and customer-focused service, underlining our ambition to elevate industry standards and stimulate innovation and growth in the maritime sector.

Since 1994, Dualog has developed and delivered innovative software solutions with the purpose of bringing ship and shore closer. Our purpose-built services for cybersecurity, email, data transfer, and internet management help the global shipping industry to enable the integrated ship. Our promise is to carefully look after your onboard solutions and ensure safe data transfer between ship and shore. We are on duty 24/7, and if something goes wrong, we will fix it. We deliver Innovations at sea with passion to more than 5000 ships, and we are always curious and listening to our customers.

Filhet-Allard Maritime (FAM) is part of the FILHET-ALLARD Group which employs over 1600 professionals worldwide. We have been dedicated to Marine Insurance Brokerage since 1846, with operations in Bordeaux, Geneva, Abidjan, Singapore, Hong Kong and representatives in Turkey. We provide risk management solutions for the global shipping, trading, and manufactured goods markets. Our company invests its full energy on behalf of its clients to secure and facilitate international exchanges, optimize the quality of the supply chain, and reduce the insurance costs related to the Vessels' Hull, the P&I, the Carried Cargoes and to their multiple operators. Latitude Brokers is part of Filhet-Allard Maritime since 2021. Latitude was founded in Hong Kong in 2014 and expanded to Singapore in 2016. They service clients predominantly in the Asia-Pacific region across the marine, offshore,and global supply chain sectors. Latitude was set up by Vanessa Toucas and Andrew Brooker.

As a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, Hempel is a global company with strong values, working with customers in the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions. We firmly believe that we will succeed as a business only if we place sustainability at our heart. As a global supplier and trusted partner to our customers, we deliver coating solutions to the marine industry that not only protect in the harshest of conditions. They provide industry-leading performance in fuel-saving and antifouling based on more than 100 years’ experience in the marine industry. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915. It is proudly owned by the Hempel Foundation, which ensures a solid economic base for the Hempel Group and supports cultural, social, humanitarian and scientific purposes around the world. www.hempel.com

IDWAL is the global leader in independent sale and purchase inspections and the industry’s trusted partner for fleet condition monitoring. Uniquely placed to assure the integrity of your fleet, Idwal helps you drive value. Our 500-point on-board inspection reports give you transparent and actionable insights into your vessels’ maintenance, safety, quality, crew welfare and ESG compliance, contextualised by the IDWAL Grade®, the industry standard for measuring asset integrity. Our data-driven methodology ensures that our reports are consistent, intuitive to read, accurate and free from bias. Trusted as the industry standard, we inspect more than half of all vessels sold each year through our global network of accredited surveyors. Founded in 2010, Idwal is based in Cardiff, UK, with offices in Shanghai, Tokyo and Athens, and with an extensive surveyor network around the globe.

IDWAL. Inspection insight. Data advantage

IFCHOR GALBRAITHS (IG) emerged from the merger of two esteemed shipbroking companies, IFCHOR and Galbraiths, forming a unified organisation with a presence in over 20 global locations and a team of 300+ professionals. Our specialization encompasses Dry Bulk, Tanker, Sale and Purchase, and Offshore segments. What sets IG apart is our unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability, and becoming the trusted advisor for stakeholders in the shipping industry. With a deep passion for shipping and generations of experience, we prioritize customer-centric solutions, integrity, and professionalism. We highly value our people, partners, and family values, which in turn nurture continuity, excellence, and collaborative success. At IG, our goal is to provide best-in-class maritime services while also making a positive impact on our industry and society.

Global trade has always relied on ports, and since 1847, Inchcape Shipping Services has provided the local knowledge and resources necessary to facilitate port calls and enable businesses to ship smoothly and trade successfully. With a global network of over 245 offices in 60 countries and a team of over 3,100 dedicated professionals, Inchcape offers customers a comprehensive range of marine services delivered safely, transparently, and with exceptional service, no matter where they are in the world. Inchcape's diverse customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil & gas, cruise, container, and bulk commodity sectors and naval, government, and intergovernmental organisations.

Powering connectivity at sea for over 40 years, we know exactly what’s at stake when sailing across the world’s oceans. It’s our mission to keep you connected, anytime, anywhere, without compromise. From container ships and LNG carriers to fishing vessels and leisure yachts, we strive to bring you unrivalled end-to-end maritime satellite communications you can rely on regardless of what vessel you operate.

Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) is a department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, responsible for Foreign Direct Investment. InvestHK’s vision is to strengthen Hong Kong’s status as the leading international business location in Asia. Our mission is to attract and retain foreign direct investment which is of strategic importance to the economic development of Hong Kong. In all our services, we apply the following core values: passion, integrity, professionalism, customer service, business friendliness, responsiveness, collaboration and innovation. We work with overseas and Mainland entrepreneurs, SMEs and multinationals that wish to set up an office – or expand their existing business – in Hong Kong. We offer free advice and services to support companies from the planning stage right through to the launch and expansion of their business.

Independent Ship Agents S.A. is the leading Argentine shipping agency, boasting 14 offices from Ushuaia to Bolivia for extensive regional coverage. We are the sole agency servicing the Paraguay-Paraná Waterway (Hidrovía) grain corridor. Since 2006, our innovative solutions have set us apart as market leaders, driven by a commitment to quality. This expansive network enables us to provide top-tier services and valuable industry knowledge. We continuously strive to exceed expectations and support our clients' businesses with excellence. Our growth as an independent company is rooted in our dedication to delivering the best services and pioneering advancements in the shipping industry.

The Isle of Man Ship Registry is one of the world’s leading registers of ships and superyachts. A British register providing the very best in service to its valued clients; it is the flag of choice for owners looking for quality and partnership from a Flag Administration. With in-house technical expertise, IOMSR provides advice and regulatory oversight for ships and yachts, in a pragmatic and commercially sensitive manner. IOMSR offers high quality service at low cost. With 24/7 response and a growing network of surveyors in key locations we provide valuable support to ship operations in a competitive global industry.

Kpler is a leading subscription-based data and analytics platform delivering real-time market intelligence for diverse commodities and their transportation. Today, its coverage spans over 40 markets, encompassing power, liquids, dry bulk, freight markets, and inventories.

With a history spanning more than a century, Lauritzen Bulkers is a Danish shipowner and operator that specializes in dry bulk shipping. We offer reliable and intelligent maritime transport solutions with an emphasis on the handysize segment, where we currently operate more than 100 vessels from our five global locations. We take social responsibility seriously and we feel obliged to utilize our capabilities to contribute to the green transition the industry is facing. Our strong focus on data utilization, combined with the deep knowledge from our international team of experts, secures our ability to offer the most competitive solutions.

Lila Global is an integrated vessel owner and operator with tonnage in the dry, wet and container spaces. The group’s origins date back to 1992 when the company’s principals first began to acquire and trade second-hand tonnage for commercial trading and chartering and have since then owned and operated a diverse fleet of more than 50 ships. Lila Global's experienced commercial and operations team is based in Dubai and operates dry bulk vessels from capesize to handy-size, as well as tanker and container vessels. Lila Global currently has a fleet of 38 vessels and continues to grow towards the goal of more than 70 vessels within the next few years.

Lloyd’s Register (LR) is a global professional services group specialising in marine engineering and technology. Created more than 260 years ago as the world’s first marine classification society, to improve and set standards for the safety of ships. Today we are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping our clients design, construct and operate their assets to accepted levels of safety and environmental compliance. We also provide advice, support and solutions on fleet performance and operation, voyage optimisation, enhancing our clients’ digital capability. Our digital solutions are relied upon by more than 20,000 vessels. In the race to zero emissions, our research, technical expertise and industry-firsts are supporting a safe, sustainable maritime energy transition.  Lloyd’s Register Group is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that promotes safety and education.  For more information, go to www.lr.org

Manta Marine Technologies offers a comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge green technologies to enable a greener maritime industry. These range from Vessel Optimization solutions — such as Route Pilot AI, FuelOpt, and Fleet Analytics — to turnkey shore power solutions. Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Manta Marine Technologies works closely with ship-owners, yards, and naval architects to advance sustainable shipping.

The Marcura Group provides digital workflow solutions to the maritime industry, backed by constant operational support services and specialised cloud-based platforms managed by industry specialists. Marcura works closely with global customers and partners to produce integrated solutions to pervasive industry challenges, thereby jointly raising standards. Founded in 2001 on the principles of compliance, independence and transparency, the company is headquartered in Dubai with a global network of offices. The four current segments of the business are: (i) PortLog, voyage-optimisation intelligence solutions; (ii) DA-Desk, the world’s largest port cost management company; (iii) MarTrust, the largest maritime payment processing company for secure, efficient, and compliant international payments to crew, port agencies and suppliers; (iv) ShipServ, a leading maritime online procurement platform and marketplace.

www.marcura.com

MOVERS aims to provide its customers a first-class marine transportation service tailored to their particular requirements, thereby fostering long-term, and mutually beneficial commercial relationships. Awareness of the fact that our customers’ contentment relies on our competence in management, we pledge ourselves to work in unison for inevitable success. Regarding this awareness we constitute our team directly selected by company’s executives on the basis of their professional competence and personal character. Our vision is to have a projected development and expansion of market share and to play a dominant role in the bulk and general cargo market via inhouse technical, HSEQ, operations, chartering, purchasing, sale n purchase and crew desks. Our wide experience in the market, motivates us to serve the shipping industry as the multi-purpose shipping company.

To find out more, please visit: mvrship.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

NorthStandard offers an unmatched breadth and depth of service that supports your operations, embraces your potential, and helps your business thrive. With the largest product range in the International Group, we provide over 10 bespoke options including P&I insurance, FD&D, Hull, War, Offshore, Strike & Delay, and more. Our offices span all main shipping regions, including Asia (China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan), Australasia (Australia and New Zealand), Europe (UK, Ireland and Greece), and the USA. We employ over 600 people globally for an unrivalled claims and underwriting experience, plus decades of expertise and understanding. NorthStandard – taking on tomorrow, together.

Since launching in 2006, Norvic Shipping has become one of the dry bulk market’s fastest-growing operators with 700+ clients including miners, industrial producers, traders, and end-users. The company – which started life as a tanker operator before expanding to dry bulk – has access to a global fleet of 130-150 vessels, giving it capacity to annually transport more than 60 million metric tonnes of dry cargo, crude oil, and petroleum products.

Today, Norvic is an international organization with 180+ people across 11 offices in the US, Canada, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The company also has representative offices in Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Australia.

At Nova Marine Carriers we create and maintain strong partnerships throughout the world, which aid our continuous, passionate pursuit of customer satisfaction, and fuels our commercial vocation. Our mission is to provide customers with fast, flexible and reliable shipping solutions. We aim to deliver first-class service to leading international charterers, cooperating closely with every link in the shipping chain.

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (www.pacificbasin.com) is one of the world’s leading owners and operators of modern Handysize and Supramax dry bulk vessels. Enhanced by a world class in-house fleet management team, the Company is committed to sustainable shipping with a keen focus on seafarer safety, health and wellbeing, responsible environmental practice, performance optimisation for best fuel and carbon efficiency, and best-in-class service delivery. The Company operates approximately 263 dry bulk ships of which 121 are owned and the rest chartered. Pacific Basin is listed and headquartered in Hong Kong and provides quality services to over 500 customers, with over 3,900 seafarers and 373 shore-based staff in 14 offices in key locations around the world.

Propel Marine is a team of Industry Leaders, including Master Mariners, Marine Engineers, Naval Architects, and experienced Marine Surveyors. Founded in Western Australia in 2018, we have expanded our presence to New Zealand, China, Singapore and India. Our team has a wealth of experience in providing innovative maritime solutions to clients both in Australia and overseas. We are dedicated to finding practical and high-quality solutions to complex challenges by embracing technology and exploring futuristic avenues. Our services include Terminal Vetting Management, Project Cargo Management, Marine Warranty Surveys, Sale and Purchase Inspections, Renewable Energy Consultation, Internal Audits, Vessel Safety Vetting Inspections (SVI), Technical Repairs and Surveys, Cargo Loading Consultancy, and Load Master Services. Our experienced superintendents possess extensive knowledge in the field and offer customized solutions that meet our clients' quality expectations. At Propel Marine, we are passionate about providing safe and efficient shipping operations.

Range Shipping is a privately owned shipping company headquartered in London since 2017 and operating within the handymax-Ultramax sector. The company specialises in dry-bulk freight services, with a focus on providing client specific, international shipping solutions across a variety of dry-bulk commodities. Our global reach allows us to meet the diverse needs of our clients across different regions and our tailored approach is valued in an industry where cargo types, routes, and regulations vary significantly. Range Shipping is proactive in addressing and mitigating potential challenges and uncertainties in the shipping industry. Given the volatility and fragmentation of the market, this approach provides clients with a sense of security and reliability. A commitment to competitive and transparent freight support is crucial in building trust with clients and forging long term relationships that is at the core of Range Shipping.

RightShip is the world’s largest third-party maritime vetting due diligence organisation, committed to enhancing global safety, sustainability, and social responsibility best practices. The company’s vision is a maritime industry causing zero harm, and our activities across four different regions and 40+ different countries seek to drive significant positive change. Focused on industry players including charterers, ship owners, ports and terminals, financial institutions, and insurers, RightShip’s industry-leading products and services are available through the RightShip platform and new e-commerce hub rightSTORE. RightShip is actively reducing its own emissions, supporting not-for-profit maritime organisations, and striving to be a paperless organisation.

Rustibus® has been an established company since 1978. We have become a trusted leader in surface maintenance equipment specifically developed for the maritime industry. Our wide range of machines are unmatched in terms of performance and reliability. Engineered with precision and made from high-quality materials to ensure that they can handle even the toughest jobs. In 2022 our clients descaled 1.8 million m2 of steel surface using Rustibus. This amounts to 3.6 million kg of waste. We offer solutions and encourage our clients to collect waste, preventing old paint & rust from ending up in the ocean.

Sea is the leading provider of commercial software solutions for global maritime trade. Sea delivers reliable, data-driven solutions that power better decisions to enable sustainable shipping for charterers, brokers, and owners. Leveraging innovative software with strategic collaborations, and integrations with key partners across the maritime ecosystem, Sea is rapidly becoming the intelligent marketplace for fixing freight for global shipping professionals.

www.sea.live

Sedna is a data-driven communication platform for the global Supply Chain industry, designed to lighten the manual work of managing email and presenting data so teams can drive commercial success. Sedna provides businesses with a competitive edge by seamlessly connecting an organisation's ecosystem with their communication, leveraging data and messages to empower teams with vital context and faster ways to manage email.

Signal is a technology company specialising in helping teams in the shipping and commodities trading industry. We aim to transform the efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability of businesses involved with seaborne trade. The Signal Ocean Platform, powered by artificial intelligence and algorithms, provides clients with a personalised view of the tanker, dry bulk, and container markets by analysing their unstructured data. This helps shipbrokers, owners/operators, and charterers achieve extraordinary performance by handling complex and mundane tasks. The platform enables commercial players to make the best vessel deployment decisions by increasing triangulation, backhauls, and consecutive voyage options. Signal has a diverse team of product engineers, computer scientists, and commercial shipping professionals in London, Athens, Singapore, and Houston. Find out moreFollow us on LinkedIn.

Established in 1880, SSY has grown to become one of the biggest and most trusted names in broking, operating around the world via its 24 local offices. Our 500 experts cover a range of major markets including Dry Cargo, Tankers, Derivatives, LNG, Sale and Purchase, Offshore, Chemicals, Towage and Ship Finance. SSY has a global reach with offices in Athens, Copenhagen, Dubai, Geneva, Genoa, Hamburg, Hong Kong, Houston, Kristiansand, London, Madrid, Mumbai, New York, Oslo, Rio, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Stamford-USA, Sydney, Tokyo, Vancouver, Varna, Zug.

Taylor Maritime Investments is a significant owner and tonnage provider of geared Handysize and Supra/Ultramax dry bulk ships. TMI owns a fleet of high quality assets, the majority of which are built in Japan. The team has a long track record in the acquisition and disposal, management and operation of dry bulk vessels.

Teqplay is a solutions provider in the maritime industry, dedicated to driving change through actionable insights and collaboration. Our mission: to expose and eliminate waste and risk in cargo movement, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in the supply chain. Leveraging technology solutions, we optimize port turnaround and cargo movements, helping clients navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Our comprehensive consulting services provide tailored insights and analysis, empowering you to drive change and meaningful results. Join us in shaping a sustainable future for the maritime supply chain. Learn more at www.teqplay.com or follow us on www.linkedin.com/company/teqplay.

Veson Nautical delivers maritime freight management solutions that propel the global shipping economy. With a suite of offerings across freight trading and operations, voyage documentation, and data and analytics, Veson is a comprehensive solution for companies of ranging sizes, perspectives, and interests across maritime. Ensure optimal trades with comprehensive workflows, make informed decisions with the right data at the right time, and strengthen connections with reliable and secure collaboration. Learn more at veson.com.

Voyager Portal is a demurrage & operations platform that helps bulk charterers improve efficiency while reducing cost, risk, and complexity. With Voyager, maritime leaders and operators can collaboratively manage their shipping process in a unified environment, automating manual tasks while leveraging real-time insights. Voyager is backed by leading venture capital funds and counts several Fortune 50 companies as customers.

Waypoint Port Services Ltd. was established in July 2014 in Cyprus, with owned Port Agency offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Republic of Korea, Indonesia, Philippines, Egypt, India, Panama, United States, The Netherlands, Brazil, Cyprus, Greece and Switzerland. We work hard to ensure the quickest possible vessel turnarounds, fast and accurate information and to protect our customers from the vagaries of the modern-day trading and shipping environment. We specialized in cargo operations; husbandry matters as well as Panama/Suez Canal Transits.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is a part of Wilhelmsen Maritime Services, a Wilh. Wilhelmsen Group company. We are one of the world's largest third-party ship managers with a portfolio of more than 450 vessels and 11,000 active seafarers. We have a strong track record in the management of various types of gas tankers, including FSUs, FSRUs, VLGC and LNG Bunkering Vessels. Vessels managed by us are maintained to the highest standards by our in-house team of experts, driven for greater operating efficiency and commercial success without compromising on safety and quality.

exhibitors

supporting organisations

The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) unites and promotes quality dry bulk shipping, bringing together 250 forward thinking companies from 30 countries. INTERCARGO convened for the first time in 1980 in London and has been participating with consultative status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) since 1993. INTERCARGO provides the forum where dry bulk shipowners, managers and operators are informed about, discuss, and share concerns on key topics and regulatory challenges, especially in relation to safety, the environment, and operational excellence. The Association takes forward its members’ positions to IMO, as well as to other shipping and international industry fora, having free and fair competition as a principle.

The Propeller Club – Geneva is an association focusing on promoting networking and exchange within the International Trading, Shipping and Trade Finance community in Geneva and the surrounding area. The Club organises regular events on a range of themes, including those in partnership with companies active in the industry focused on specific relevant and topical subjects and also purely networking events throughout the year. The Club will soon be celebrating 40 years since its creation and is very much looking forward to remaining an important and active member of the Trading, Shipping and Trade Finance community in Geneva in the years to come.

SUISSENÉGOCE is a Swiss association representing the commodity trading and shipping sectors, including multinationals and SMEs, across three sectors: agriculture, energy and metals and minerals, as well as trade finance and related services. SUISSENÉGOCE fulfills a threefold mission: 1) advocating for members' interests with policymakers, 2) offering ongoing education and training to maintain the sector's innovation and competitiveness, and 3) promoting public understanding of the crucial role played by these sectors. Moreover, SUISSENÉGOCE serves as a dynamic hub for members to meet and collaborate on joint initiatives. To learn more, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn.

WISTA is an international networking organization whose mission is to attract and support women, at the management level, in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors..

WISTA Switzerland was founded in Geneva in 2009 and incorporated according to the WISTA International statute in January 2010. The Association has chapters in Geneva and Zug/Zurich and over 200 members in the country.

Official DRINK

LVX Geneva Dry Gin is made from Swiss grain alcohol and nine high quality botanicals sourced in Switzerland and around the world, asserting itself with floral and spicy notes. The nose is bright and aromatic. On the palate, angelica and juniper flavours first stand out, balanced by the elderflower that provides this Gin with its distinct sweetness and rounded mouthfeel. The finish is long and delicately peppery, attesting to its traditional London Dry distillation process. With its unique character, LVX Geneva Dry Gin pays tribute to its place of origin – combining international heritage and Swiss know-how. Proudly handcrafted in small batches, each bottle is numbered by hand. Buy Geneva Dry Gin on the LVX website here

media partners

With a team of dedicated maritime journalists spread out across the world, Splash brings readers a global perspective of the main shipping and offshore segments, neatly encapsulated in its popular free Daily Splash newsletter, backed up a monthly subscription title, Splash Extra.

Visit: www.splash247.com

SSRiceNews.com is dedicated to serving the rice market actors. The presented information reflects the collective thoughts of global rice traders through independent market analysis and assessment methods to provide a strong base for reporting on market trends.

Dry Cargo International (DCi) is the only monthly magazine covering the dry bulk industry. It is essential reading for all senior executives and decision-makers in the industry, and is the leading source of vital market information. The publication owes its success to an innovative approach to the provision of key information on the global dry market in an accurate, comprehensive and timely manner.

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