Driving industry transformation at WMTC 2024 in Chennai

The World Maritime Technology Conference (WMTC) 2024, held in Chennai, India, from December 4-6, underlined the maritime industry’s commitment to innovation, collaboration and sustainability. As Platinum Sponsors, DNV led the way, showcasing its pivotal role in shaping the future of maritime operations.

DNV’s pioneering contributions

WMTC 2024 brought together global leaders, policymakers, and innovators to tackle the industry’s pressing challenges. DNV captivated audiences with transformative insights through its expert-led sessions:

  • Driving the Shipping Industry’s Transformation: Jan Kvålsvold, VP of Global Business Development, delivered a thought-provoking keynote emphasizing that by prioritizing energy efficiency, embracing alternative fuels, advancing digitalization, and fostering collaboration across stakeholders, the maritime industry can navigate this transformative era and lead the global transition to a greener future.
  • Innovating for Operational Excellence: Ole Christian Astrup, Senior Principal Specialist, explored how digital tools could render traditional classification drawings obsolete, highlighting groundbreaking efficiencies.
  • Charting the Future of Maritime Sustainability: Uday Chaitanya Ganivada, Country Manager for India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, shared key findings from DNV’s Maritime Forecast to 2050. Commenting on India he said, “With the country’s rich shipping heritage, ambitious government initiatives, advanced technology capabilities, and a vast talent pool, we can be very optimistic about India’s growing prominence in the maritime sector,” he stated.
  • Exploring Technical Innovations: Ian Lewis, Newbuilding Manager, discussed emerging technologies driving innovation in marine applications, offering a glimpse into the future of maritime design and operations.
  • The Critical Role of ESG Metrics in Shipping: Arpit Raj, Senior Consultant at Maritime Advisory (India), discovered how Environmental, Social, and Governance metrics are shaping the future of maritime decision-making and driving sustainable growth.

Beyond the presentations, DNV’s team engaged with industry leaders, customers, and stakeholders in panel discussions and networking sessions, fostering partnerships to drive the future of maritime operations. 

A Vision for What’s Ahead

Reflecting on the event’s success, Jan Kvålsvold summed up: “WMTC 2024 has shown that the maritime industry is united in its ambition to innovate and achieve sustainability. It’s an honor for DNV to lead these critical conversations and drive solutions that will shape the future.”

DNV remains steadfast in its mission to advance maritime innovation, leveraging the momentum from WMTC 2024 to propel the industry toward a greener, more sustainable future.

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12/12/2024 3:31:00 PM