Project Description
Please register for the conference using the link above – rate is 350 euros. This includes the full one day conference and the drinks reception at the end of the day.
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Following the inaugural and highly successful Future of Yacht Recycling Conference staged by Quaynote Communications and YachtMedia on the day before the METSTRADE Show kicked off last November, the organisers have announced a second edition with an expanded environmental theme.
The event will not only revisit the dismantling and responsible recycling of leisure craft, but also engage in debate about whether the Boating Industry can effectively embrace the ‘Circular Economy’ and how it can interact with the environmental desirability of ocean and waterway conservation.
Fully supported by METSTRADE and with technical cooperation from ICOMIA, the event will fit conveniently into the travel planning for anyone attending the METSTRADE event in the Netherlands. Starting at 11.00 am on the day before the big show opens its doors, there will be a registration / talk-shop period from 8.30 onwards, where visitors arriving early will be able to take a coffee, chat to various experts about the subject matters, and share experiences with like minded colleagues.
ICOMIA Secretary General Udo Kleinitz, who very ably chaired the 2015 edition, will again preside over the day’s proceedings, and individual segments of the agenda will be moderated by Chairmen from the Confederation’s Technical, Environment and Marinas Working Groups.
Peter Franklin speaking for the joint organisers said, “Last year’s Yacht Recycling Conference was very well attended and kick started fruitful discussions about how to deal with End-of-Life Boats, bringing together many businesses and organisations with a professional interest in the subject and its environmental implications. The feedback we received from delegates and participants afterwards indicated that they would very much welcome the opportunity to review the key topics again in 12 months time, in order to monitor progress, cross-fertilise latest ideas, and to plot where the boating industry stands with regard to any forthcoming regulatory interventions.”
“But, actually we have recognised that we are not only working for the sustainability of the marine industry, but also for the cleanliness and biodiversity of our seas and waterways” Franklin added. “So we also plan to dedicate part of the program this year to the concept of ocean conservation, and how to encourage our industry and its customers to be actively involved in responsibly sustaining the very environment that supports its being.”
“Irene Dros, Maritime Domain Manager at METSTRADE commented, “we are dedicated to continuing our commitment to environmental sustainability in all aspects of our show, and are therefore delighted to host another forum that focuses on sustainability in our industry. We also believe that widening out the discussion to embrace the ‘clean seas narrative’ can only help to increase the focus on dealing with End-of-Life or End-of-Use Boats.”
IBI News who took a keen interest in last year’s event and organised a debate on the subject matter in the METSRADE Innovation Lab afterwards, have been confirmed as Media Partners for the 2nd edition.
For speaker/sponsorship opportunities connected with this engaging event please contact Peter Franklin at YachtMedia:
E.mail: yachtmedia.buz@gmail.com
For all other enquiries email alison@quaynote.com
Session One – Welcome to Sustainability in the Marine Industry 2016.
09.30 | Registration, coffee, croissants and ‘Interactive TalkShop.’ Supporting Sponsors: BLUE Marine Foundation A one-hour period for arrival of delegates. Incorporating an overview on current ocean conservation projects. An informational and interactive discussion on a subject close to every boater’s heart… Including examples of how we can best sustain the future of the oceans that provide the environment for our hobby / sport/ leisure pursuit, and thus secure the ongoing growth of our Leisure Marine Industry. |
10.30 | Welcome and introduction from the conference chairman. Udo Kleinitz – Secretary General of ICOMIA. |
10.35 | Welcome speech from senior representative of the Dutch Water Sports Industry. Geert Dijks – Managing Director, Netherlands Marine Industry Trade Association. (HISWA) |
10.40 | Session Two: User Demographics: Moderated by: Udo Kleinitz Speakers: Jouko Huju, President of ICOMIA; CEO Finnboat Neil Chapman, Founder Boatshed.com |
11.10 | Session Three: End-of-Life Boats, one year on…an update:
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12.25 | Questions, Discussion and Panel Debate |
12.45 | Lunch. Sponsored by METSTRADE. |
13.45 | Video and Presentation by BLUE Marine Foundation. All about Marine Reserves and Fishing Sustainability Projects. Presented by Rory Moore and Sara-Jane Skinner. |
14.00 | Session Four: Designing and constructing boats for easier dismantling and more environmentally responsible recycling in future:
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14.30 | Questions, Discussion and Panel Debate |
14.45 | Session Five: Life Cycle Assessment:
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16.00 | Questions, Discussion and Panel Debate |
16.15 | Refreshments |
16.45 | Session Six: The Circular Economy:
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17.45 | Questions, Discussion and Panel Debate |
18.00 | Presentation: Els Zijlstra – Creative Director, Materia Group. |
18.15 | Chairman’s closing remarks. |
18.15 | Delegates VIP tour of the 2016 Materials Xperience Display. An exclusive look at a large range of the latest innovative construction and manufacturing materials. Presented by Materia, a global network organisation that connects naval architects, designers and boat manufacturers with materials that add value to their projects. With complimentary drinks and canapés. |
19.15 | Conference ends. |

Udo Kleinitz
ICOMIA Secretary General

Geert Dijks
Managing Director, Netherlands Marine Industry Trade Association. (HISWA)
Neil Chapman
Founder Boatshed.com

Dr Jouko Huju
Chief Executive, Finnish Marine Industries Federation

Brian Clark
Chairman, ICOMIA Environmental Committee

Jeroen van den Heuvel
HISWA

Pierre Barbleu
Manager, APER France

Jose Luis Fayos
ANEN

Sandrine Devos
Secretary General, European Boating Industry

Willem Dekker
President, European Boating Association. (EBA)

Paul Gramsma
Extreme Eco Solutions

Dr lr Albert ten Busschen
Associate Lecturer in Plastics Technology, University of Windesheim

Jaap van der Woude
EU Composites Association (EuCIA), Former chair of Working Group on composites sustainability

Boj van Baars
Yacht Recycling Foundation

Bram Van der Pijll
Bootjessloperij "het Harpje"
Sara-Jane Skinner
BLUE Marine Foundation

Rory Moore
BLUE Marine Foundation

Patrick Hemp
Technical Consultant, ICOMIA

Susie Tomson
Sustainability Manager, Land Rover BAR America's Cup Team

Els Zijlstra
Creative Director, Materia Group

Enrico Benco
CEO, GS4C, Go Sailing for a Change

Albert Willemsen
Technical Consultant, ICOMIA

Paolo Bertetti
San Lorenzo

Alasdair Reay
CEO, HPi Verification Services

Eelco Leemans
Leeman Marine Consultancy

Pino Spadafora
Area Manager, RINA

Per Hokfelt
VP Sustainability, Diab Group

Barbara Fountoukos
Head of Communications, ICOMIA

Ben Kubbinga
Circle Economy

Victoria Cerrone
Clear Yacht International

Thomas Strasser
EU Commission Maritime Affairs
Sieger Sakko
International Account Manager, EST-Floattech BV
The one day conference is to be run in conjunction with METSTRADE 2016 (Marine Equipment Trade Show) at the Amsterdam RAI conference and exhibition centre on Monday 14th November, and is fully supported and sponsored by METS.
Below you will find links to help you book hotel accommodation and general travel information of how to get to the RAI in Amsterdam