The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Chamber of Marine Commerce, Canada (CMC) convened industry leaders in Montreal on Thursday 13 June to discuss the challenges and risks to global trade at the flagship Shaping the Future of Shipping Summit.
Top of the agenda were the critical issues impacting maritime sector including increased protectionism, global geopolitical conflicts, decarbonisation and future fuels, and the importance of seafarers.
Industry leaders called on governments to recognise the negative impacts to global trade that increased protectionism is having.
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The conference programme for the international shipping industry's flagship event, Shaping the Future of Shipping: Global Trade – Risk and Resilience, held in Montreal, Canada.
• Guy Platten and Lam Sai-Hung met in Hong Kong to establish plans for mutual collaboration and to discuss the future of shipping and trade.
• The two organisations agree to host summit during Hong Kong Maritime Week in November 2024.
• The summit will provide grounds for a high-level discussion that aims to build consensus and provide unique perspectives on critical maritime trade issues.
Efficient ports are an essential link in maritime supply chains, connecting sea and shore, however their coastal position makes them vulnerable to climate change impacts.