COMITÉ MARITIME INTERNATIONAL COLLOQUIUM 2024
Göteborg, Sweden
22-24 MayClarion Hotel Post
About the event
Welcome to the Comité Maritime International Colloquium 2024 where maritime expertise converge for a dynamic exchange of knowledge.
Join leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts from the maritime law industry and academia as we delve into cutting-edge discussions, share insights, and chart the course for the future of maritime practices.
Set against the backdrop of collaborative spirit, this colloquium promises a unique platform for networking and learning. Engage with thought leaders, participate in insightful sessions, and explore the latest advancements in maritime legal challenges.
Hosted in a vibrant location, this event offers more than just a conference—it's an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, foster partnerships, and contribute to the collective growth of the maritime law community.
Mark your calendar for the Comite Maritime International Colloquium 2024 in Göteborg on 22 – 24 May 2024 and be part of a truly international gathering with long standing traditions. We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching experience!
If you have any questions send an email to: conference@comitemaritime.org
About the excursion
Älvsborg Fortress stands proudly at the mouth of the Göta River in Göteborg, a testament to centuries of history and defense. Constructed in the 17th century, this formidable stronghold played a pivotal role in safeguarding Göteborg and its environs.
Your adventure begins with a departure from Clarion Hotel Post via comfortable buses, whisking you to the Opera Quay. There, an enchanting boat journey awaits, gliding through the picturesque Göteborg harbor with refreshments to tantalize your taste buds. As you approach the fortress, prepare for a guided tour filled with intriguing insights and a salute to its storied past.
The evening finishes with a delightful dinner, set in a charming venue. Following this experience, a brief boat ride returns you to the nearest quay, where awaiting buses ensure a seamless journey back to the hotel, concluding a memorable evening steeped in history and hospitality.
Dresscode: Leisurewear and comfortable shoes
Welcome to Göteborg
Join us in Göteborg to engage with thought leaders, industry experts, and peers from around the globe. The conference venue, nestled amidst the charming streets and waterways of this coastal city, provides the perfect setting for inspiration and knowledge exchange. Immerse yourself in cutting-edge presentations, forge valuable connections, and explore the dynamic energy of Göteborg.
The city's remarkable sustainability efforts have earned it’s recognition as the leader in the Global Destination Sustainability Index for six consecutive years.
It proudly holds the title of the European Capital of Smart Tourism in 2020 and was named the Best Sustainable City Stay by Lonely Planet in 2021.
In April 2022, Göteborg joined the European Union's elite group of 100 climate-neutral and smart cities, embarking on a mission toward climate neutrality by 2030.
Göteborg is not only a hub for conferences but also a trailblazer in sustainability, having won the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards. Join us in this remarkable city, where forward-thinking discussions meet a commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future.
Accommodation
Clarion Hotel Post is a contemporary design hotel in central Göteborg.
The stunning architecture of the old post office building, Posthuset, has been beautifully preserved with modern amenities. The Clarion Hotel Post was voted best hotel at the Grand Travel Awards in 2019!
Secure your stay now!
To secure your hotel room at Clarion Hotel Post, kindly send an email to reservations.post@strawberry.se and include booking reference 057271 in your request.
Getting to the hotel from Landvetter Airport
By taxi
We recommend Taxi Göteborg or Taxi Kurir
Programme
SC on Implementation and Promoting Ratification of Maritime Conventions (closed)
Chair: Deucalion Rediadis
MORU IWG (Open) Workshop
10:00-10:10 - Greetings
- Alexander Severance
10:10-10:30 -The Floating Wind Market Global Outlook
- Louise Efthimiou
10:30-12:00 - MORUs and Developers (Panel) (with 30 mins Q&A)
Moderator: Alexander Severance
- Joana Albuquerque
- Johan Sandberg
- Andreas Skjevik Jacobsen
- Rafael Ageo Damas
12:00-13:30 - Lunch break (self-service)
13:30-13:50 - MORUs in Practice: Arrests and collisions
- Seamus Ryder
13:50-15:20 - MORUs, Flag States, Registries, and Class Societies (Panel) (with 30 mins Q&A)
Moderator: Shelley Chapelski, Norton Rose Fulbright
- Lucie Sadoun
- Dag Erling Engberg
- Anton Janssens
15:20-15:50 - Coffee / Fika
15:50-17:30 - Financing and Insuring MORUs: Obstacles to Legal Bankability (Panel) (with 40 mins Q&A)
Moderator: Francis X. Nolan
- Jérôme Guillet
- Matías Camponovo
- Mats Johan Waage
- Jakob Egelund Rasmussen
- Codan Forsikring
Welcome reception
Dress code: Smart casual
You can also collect your badge during the Welcome reception
yCMI Event
Separate invitations will be sent to those registering as young CMI attendees at a later stage.
Welcome speeches
- Ann Fenech, President of the CMI
- Paula Bäckdén, President of Swedish MLA
- Arsenio Dominguez, IMO Secretary General
100 YEARS OF UNIFYING CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
Berlingieri Lecture
- Professor Michael Sturley
100 YEARS OF UNIFYING CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
The Unification of the Law on Carriage of Goods - Currently and in the Future
Speakers
- Stuart Hetherington
- Alexander von Ziegler
- Miriam Goldby
Introduced by Paula Bäckdén
PARALLEL 1 - The Future of Carriage of Goods by Sea
To change Regimes: Do the Rotterdam Rules cater for the Needs of the 21st Century?
Moderator: Stuart Hetherington
Why ratification is necessary for the United States
- David Farrell
Africa: A continent ripe for the Rotterdam Rules
- Andrew Robinson
How the Rotterdam Rules contribute to Safe and sound logistics for the 21st Century?
- Tomotaka Fujita
The Benefits in Ratification from the Perspective of a Ratifying State
- Manuel Alba
Why the Norwegian Maritime Law Commission recommended the Rotterdam Rules
- Erik Rosaeg
PARALLELL 2 - Emerging Issues in International Maritime Law
1. Piracy, Maritime Violence and Fraudulent Activities
Attacked in the Red Sea!
Responding to an Incident - Current Issues and Complexities
Moderator: Richard Neylon
Problems and Exporsures arising from Fradulent Vessel
Registration and the Dark Fleet
- Michelle Wiese Bockmann
2. The Effects of Sanctions on World Trade
- Anders Leissner
PARALLEL 1
Latest Draft of the Lex Maritima
Moderators
- Eric Van Hooydonk
- Jesus Casas
Welcome & Overview of Activities
Speakers
- Eric Van Hooydonk
- Jesus Casas
Presentation of ‘The CMI Lex Maritima – The Gothenburg Draft’ and the next Steps of & Overview of Activities
Speakers
- Tomotaka Fujita
- Michael Sturley
- Andreas Maurer
- Werner Rizk
- Eduardo Adragna
PARALLEL 2
Mobile Offshore Renewable Units: The Case for Unification of Law
Moderators
- Alexander Severance
- Francis X. Nolan
Introduction and Summary of the MORU IWG Open Workshop
- Alexander Severance
The Developers’ View
- Rafael Ageo Damas
The Lenders’ View
- Matías Camponovo
The Insurers’ View
- Mats Johan Waage
Negotiating at the Treaty level & Experiences from the BBNJ
- Niels Krabbe
PARALLEL 1 - MASS
Moderator: Tom Birch Reynardson
IMO: Work of MSC and LEG & Future Work on MASS
- Dorota Lost-Sieminska
The CMI IMO Paper on Liability
- Henrik Ringbom
Product Liability
- Robert Veal
Insurance Angles
- Tim Howse
PARALLEL 2 - Decarbonization
Moderator: Haris Zografakis
The IWG workstreams
- Haris Zografakis
Liability regime for new fuels
- Jolien Kruit
Types of readiness for dual-fuel ships
- Neil Henderson
Contractual considerations arising from decarbonisation
- Charles Debattista
PARALLEL 1 - European Law Impact on the Maritime Sector
Moderator: Vincent Power
Speakers
- Clas Berglund
- Henning Jessen
PARALLEL 2 - Is the LOF Salvage Contract in Crisis?
Moderator: Nick Sloane
Speakers
- Jeremy Russel
- Richard Gunn
- Alistair Johnston
- Kiran Khosla
- Mark Lloyd
This session is dedicated to the memory of Archie Bishop.
PARALLEL 1 - yCMI Session: The implication of the Red Sea Crisis on Shipping and Global Trade
Moderator: Yiannis Timagenis
Red Sea Crisis: Issues of Force Majeure and Limitation of Liability
- Morgane Roussel
- Kierstan Carlson
Red Sea Crisis and the Protection of the Right of Transit Passage
- Massimiliano Musi
Shipping and the Red Sea Crisis - An English law perspective
- Johanna Ohlman
PARALLEL 2 - Marine War Insurance - Insights from the Market
Moderator: Christopher Hesselbrandt
Geopolitical Instability and its Consequences for the War Insurance Market
Speakers
- Malin Högberg
- Christopher Hesselbrandt
Optional excursion to Älvsborg Fortress
Experience the Älvsborg Fortress: Depart from Clarion Hotel Post on buses to the Opera Quay. Embark on a scenic boat trip through Gothenburg harbor, accompanied by refreshments. Explore the fortress with a guided tour delving into its rich history. Conclude the evening with a delightful dinner at a charming venue. Return via a short boat ride to the nearest quay, followed by comfortable busses back to the hotel. A memorable excursion blending history and hospitality awaits!
Dresscode: Leisurewear and comfortable shoes
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