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Exclusive Event

Harnessing AI & Automation
for Smarter Fleets and a Smarter Future

Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
17:00 CET
The Thief Hotel, Oslo

The rise of satellite connectivity has catalyzed a transformative shift in the maritime industry that is unlocking unprecedented opportunities for AI and automation to accelerate operational efficiency. Join Orca AI and Bureau Veritas for an exclusive evening of insights and networking, where industry leaders will discuss how data-driven decision-making is enhancing fleet performance, fuel economy, and safety.

Agenda

17:00 - 17:30

Networking

17:30 - 18:00

The Future of Autonomous Shipping is Already Here
Can we rely on AI to automate critical components of a vessel’s voyage and will AI eventually replace our crews? Explore the landscape, bust the myths and find out what’s really at stake.

Yarden Gross, CEO & Co-Founder, Orca AI

Rethinking Safety & Compliance in the Age of Smart Ships
How can we embrace AI and automation while maintaining safety and compliance? A look at the evolving role of class in supporting responsible innovation.

Gijsbert De Jong, Marine Chief Executive Nordics, Bureau Veritas

Innovate or Fall Behind: How Klaveness is Using AI and Data to Rethink Operations
Discover how Klaveness is bridging the gap between data and action to unlock new business models, enhance decision-making and improve the very nature of shipping.

Ernst Meyer, President and CEO, Torvald Klaveness

18:00- 19:00

Interactive panel discussion and Q&A with:

  • Gijsbert De Jong, Marine Chief Executive Nordics, Bureau Veritas
  • Ernst Meyer, President & CEO, Torvald Klaveness
  • Christian Hall, Head of Digital, Projects, Höegh Autoliners
  • Mark O’Neil, President & CEO, Columbia Group
  • Yarden Gross, CEO & Co-Founder, Orca AI 
19:00 - 20:00

Light Dinner & Drinks

Speakers

Gijsbert De Jong
Marine Chief Executive Nordics
Bureau Veritas
Ernst Meyer
President & Chief Executive Officer
Torvald Klaveness
Christian Hall
Head of Digital Projects (Operations)
Höegh Autoliners AS
Mark O'Neil
President & CEO
Columbia Group
Yarden Gross
CEO & Co-Founder
Orca AI
Edwin Lampert (Moderator)
Executive Editor
Riviera Maritime Media
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