eMAR project to be presented at Intermodal Europe 2014
A conference session discussing the eMAR (e-Maritime Strategic Framework and Simulation based Validation) project will be presented at Intermodal Europe 2014, which takes place from 11-13 November at the Rotterdam Ahoy, Molokini Marketing reports.
Maritime transport is a major economical contributor in the EU as well as a necessary component for the facilitation of international and interregional trade, on which the European economy is strongly dependent. The eMAR project aims to empower the European maritime sector through upgraded information management infrastructure.
Ioannis Koliousis, eMAR Communications Manager, will chair the session, which will include a round table discussion, and takes place on day 1 of Intermodal Europe 2014.
“During this session, we will be asking whether Supply Chain Excellence can be achieved through ICT (Information and Communications Technology) Innovation and looking into facilitating information exchange among maritime business and governmental actors,” explains Ioannis Koliousis. “We will also explore new business opportunities for companies, reducing administrative barriers in European shipping and ways that shipping operations can be improved with advanced collaboration tools.”
Pannelists confirmed to participate in the conference sessions include Takis Katsoulakos, Research Director for Inlecom System Ltd, Fernando Caldeira-Saraiva, Director of BMT Group, Dimitrios Theodosiou, GM of Danaos Management Consultants and Angelo Aucilinio of Interporto Bologna.
“Until now, European shipping dealt with technology that focused on simplifying the processes between a ship and the port authorities on a one to one basis” explains Ioannis Koliousis. “Our approach in the eMAR Project is integrated and collective, by creating tools that simplify processes, not only for authorities but also for the clients, companies, market and industry, to create a truly seamless supply chain.”
Professionals from a range of industry sectors are expected to attend the conference session, including shipping executives, ship and line operators, road hauliers, port stakeholders, freight forwarders and logistics services providers. Other industry professionals in attendance might include state and regional authorities, research organisations, universities and colleges, trade and transport consultants and trainers in maritime, logistics and ports industries.
Intermodal Europe is a three day free-to-attend exhibition and conference for logistics professionals. Rotterdam is home to Europe’s largest container port and an ideal location to hold Intermodal Europe, which is widely considered one of the most important events in the container shipping calendar.
Intermodal Europe is the world-leading exhibition and conference for companies associated with the container and intermodal industries and covers all areas of container transport and logistics across road, rail and sea. The event provides an invaluable industry forum, bringing together high-quality speakers and key exhibitors.
Organised by Informa Exhibitions, Intermodal Europe is now in its 38th year. Established in 1976 as the Container Technology Conference (CTC) Intermodal Europe has developed and matured alongside the industry it serves.