Tripartite 2014 looks at market downturn

Held in Shanghai at the end of October, the meeting centred around a comprehensive agenda that identified the need for IT software used on board to be appropriately verified, for the improved recording of data on incidents and accidents, and to share experiences of what is achievable to improve the efficiency of ships, and to share information and experience on the installation and operation of ballast water treatment systems.

“It was a great honour to chair the annual Tripartite meeting this year. The debate was wide ranging, and it was good to hear the views of the different sectors being discussed in such an open and friendly manner,” said John Platsidakis, chairman, Intercargo.

“It is very important to continue co-operation between the Tripartite organisations and explore potential solutions to many of the problems and concerns we encounter in our industry,” he added.

The meeting also recognised the importance of continuing to facilitate the development of technological innovation that had the potential to improve safety and efficiency.

The meeting was attended by high level representatives of the industry, including John Platsidakis, the chairman of IACS Mr Philippe Donche-Gay, the chairman of ICS Mr Masamichi Morooka, the president of BIMCO Mr John Denholm, the chairman of INTERTANKO Mr Graham Westgarth and the chairman of CESS Mr Hiroshi Iwamoto.