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Containers in focus at Singapore summit

06 Jul 2023 - by Staff reporter
 Source: MPA Singapore
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The second Container Shipping Summit is to take place in Singapore on 3 August 2023.

The summit will bring together industry experts, academic leaders, and government representatives to discuss challenges facing the container shipping industry to facilitate global supply chains and communities. 

The gathering, hosted by Ocean Network Express in collaboration with Anchor Ship Partners and Kozo KeikaKu Engineering, will delve into crucial topics that will shape the future of container shipping.

"The summit will bring together industry experts, academic leaders, and government representatives to discuss the pressing challenges facing the container shipping industry, and to work towards a brighter future for global supply chains and communities," One said in a statement.

Topics covered will include research and development in terminals and ports and ship technologies, unlocking the full potential of container shipping supply chains, enhancing ESG measurement in container shipping, and nurturing maritime talent.

These discussions will pave the way for collaborative efforts, ensuring efficient and sustainable container shipping.  

The second Container Shipping Summit will be held at Marina One West Tower in Singapore.

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