Ship Salvage Conference 2016, London

Session 1: The Amoco Cadiz

• Recounting the chain of events leading up to its sinking and salvage.
• Comparing contemporary regulations, safety measures and salvage techniques to those at the time of Cadiz.
• Review of lessons learned and their impact on subsequent salvage operations.

Keynote Speaker
Peter Meyer, formerly of Bugsier, involved in the salvage of the Amoco Cadiz

Session 2: Salvaging ultra large container ships

• A review of equipment and techniques required to salvage such large vessels
• Discussion on current regulations and safety procedures; are they fit for purpose?
• What are the potential implications for vessel owners? Reputational damage? Insurance?

Keynote Speaker
Dirk Jan Osinga, Head of Salvage Consulting, Braemar

* Please note that the conference will now take place at the Cavendish Conference Centre and not the ICO Conference Centre as previously stated.