Many vessels still struggle with the most basic requirement: reliable connectivity.

Connectivity used to be treated as an IT issue. However, when a single vessel can consume more than 2 TB of data each month while supporting critical operational systems and crew communications.

As Starlink, Amazon's LEO network, and hybrid multi-orbit platforms expand across the shipping industry, the conversation is shifting from access to advantage. Companies that use that bandwidth most effectively can realize the next gains in efficiency, compliance, and decarbonisation.

— Arnel Murga

For years, ship managers adapted operations to fit within data limits. One fleet's experience shows what happens when those restrictions are effectively removed.

On Tuesday afternoon, senior leaders from across chartering, technical optimisation and marine performance sit down to answer three questions every fleet performance team is being asked right now:

• Where in the voyage is EU ETS cost actually being absorbed and by whom?
• When optimisation efforts fail to convert into commercial return, where does the breakdown happen first?
• What does a credible owner - charterer performance conversation look like in 2026?

The panel: Brian Hatter, Luigi Cafiero, Willem Vermaat, moderated by Nick Chubb. 

Case-led, open discussion, 60 minutes, with live audience Q&A.

If your team is working through any of the above, register here

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