Nor-Shipping 2023 - The Power of Partnerships
The Nor-Shipping Exhibition 2023 was filled with expectancy and optimism. New innovations were presented, product launches happened, contracts were signed, and new collaborations formed.
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Amidst all these advancements, deserving teams and concepts were honored with awards. This bustling activity was set against a perfect summer backdrop, emphasizing the positive atmosphere of the event.
With 75 booths from cluster members and numerous members walking the halls, it was evident that we were back and ready for business.
Throughout the week, the maritime cluster could re-engage, learn about the latest developments, share knowledge, and explore new opportunities.
With 75 booths from cluster members and numerous members walking the halls, it was evident that we were back and ready for business. The exhibition was expected to be a momentous occasion, and with nearly 1000 exhibitors worldwide and tens of thousands of attendees, it was considered the largest Nor-Shipping week to date.
Award Highlights
This year, the 'Ship of the Year 2023' award went to Bluewild, Ulstein Design & Solutions AS, and Westcon for the ECOFIVE, a factory trawler that brings groundbreaking technology and several innovations for a greener fishing fleet. The tanker operator Terntank
Showcasing Innovation and new product launches
Throughout the week, our cluster members showcased their latest products and innovations, demonstrating the cluster's breadth and depth of expertise.
Some of the events that took place were the presentation of the collaboration project "Sea Zero," giving an insight into their work on developing the world's most energy-efficient cruise ship. Through the PIEZO project, VARD has developed a concept design for a Platform Supply Vessel (PSV) which primarily utilizes batteries as its energy source, supplemented by offshore charging. Kongsberg Maritime launched a new range of ship designs for Anchor Handling Tug Supply vessels (AHTS) and Platform Supply Vessels (PSV), offering the flexibility of incorporating alternative energy sources and fuels like methanol, ammonia, and hybrid-battery power. Meanwhile, Dipai revealed the latest enhancements to their Digital Fleet Platform, a system designed to reduce emissions, boost efficiency, and economize operations. Anda-Olsen facilitated a technical seminar on sustainable maintenance utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. SEAONICS presented their Electric Controlled Motion Compensated (ECMC) Crane.
The panel debate on practical solutions for new fuels and carbon capture in deep-sea shipping led to insightful discussions about the challenges and opportunities in the sector, mainly focusing on green energy and maritime sustainability. It demonstrated the broad value chain of the maritime cluster.
Exchanging Knowledge
Nor-Shipping is also an opportunity to form closer bonds with our allies globally. Throughout the week, we had engaging meetings and met up with maritime members based in Finland, Italy, the UK, and France. We also joined the French-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce session centered around Green/Smart Shipping and potential collaboration opportunities between France and Norway.
GCE Blue Maritime Cluster also co-hosted a panel debate with DNV discussing practical solutions for new fuels and carbon capture in deep-sea shipping. This led to insightful discussions about the challenges and opportunities in the sector, mainly focusing on green energy and maritime sustainability. Glocal Green, Pon Power, VARD, Thome Group and Mærsk Mc-Kinneyt Møller participated on the subject of Methanol.
Christian Utvik from VARD, Pål Erik Ruen from Pon Power and Dag Nikolai from Glocal Green in the panel debate.
Social Engagement
We organized a “Blue Maritime Hangout” social gathering at the beginning of the week to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing. This kickoff event helped build stronger relationships among members by sharing good food, open dialogues, and a chance to prepare for the week together.
The GCE Blue Maritime Cluster continues to promote Innovation and collaboration among its members. This event highlighted the strength and forward-thinking qualities of the cluster.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The industry's focus is shifting towards creating more fuel-efficient, lower-emission fleets. The cluster members commonly agreed that the evolving market of the past years has made potential new customers more receptive to embracing new technologies and innovative solutions. The exhibition provided the Blue Maritime Cluster a unique opportunity to gain valuable market insights.
The GCE Blue Maritime Cluster continues to promote Innovation and collaboration among its members. This event highlighted the strength and forward-thinking qualities of the cluster.
Looking ahead, the GCE Blue Maritime Cluster will use the insights gained from Nor-Shipping 2023 to facilitate collaborations and provide an arena to share knowledge, practices, and new insights among our members to maintain our unique global position as a forward-leaning and innovative cluster.
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