FONASBA Executive Committee members gather in Dubai to set new targets
On 12 February 2025, the Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA) held its Executive Committee meeting in Dubai to discuss the agenda for the new term.
Building on the work carried out by the previous committee led by Javier Dulce, Fulvio Carlini, FONASBA President, said, “As we look ahead, FONASBA must continue to be the authoritative global voice for ship agents, shipbrokers, and maritime professionals, leading innovation, advancing sustainability, and championing quality and excellence.”
Throughout the meeting, the Committee reaffirmed FONASBA’s mission to go beyond representation and actively advance ship agency and shipbroking.
“FONASBA will drive policy on technology, sustainability, and trade, providing members with the training, tools, and connections to navigate a changing market. It will remain the leading global network for maritime professionals, shaping industry standards and global discussions on regulations, innovation, and seafarer welfare.”
Executive Committee Members 2024 – 2027
The FONASBA Executive Committee for the 2024-2027 term is as follows:
Fulvio Carlini, President (Italy)
Javier Dulce, Immediate Past President (Argentina)
Botond Szalma, Executive Vice-President (Hungary)
Dureid Mahasneh, Regional Vice-President Middle East (Jordan)
Mohamed Mouselhy, Regional Vice-President Africa (Egypt)
Marcelo Neri, Regional Vice-President Americas (Brazil)
Takazo Iigaki, Regional Vice-President Asia (Japan)
Raymond Troch, Regional Vice-President Europe and Chair, ECASBA (Belgium)
Antonios Venieris, Chair, Education and Quality Committee (Greece)
Julio Delfino, Chair, Ship Agent Committee (Argentina)
Bahadir Tonguç, Chair, Ship Broking Committee (Turkey)
Antonio Belmar da Costa – Co-opted Member (Portugal)
Mohammed El Mezouar – Co-opted Member (Morocco)
Lead. Innovate. Connect.
During the meeting, the Executive Committee voted to adopt a new motto: Lead. Innovate. Connect.
“This motto reinforces FONASBA’s commitment to leadership, innovation, and collaboration in the maritime industry. As the association shapes its agenda for the future, it strives to go beyond the status quo and drive industry transformation. More than just a tagline, it defines FONASBA’s role in shaping the future and leading change,” explains Dr Dureid Mahasneh, Regional Vice-President Middle East.
Networking
The meeting was complemented by numerous networking opportunities, including valuable visits to local partners DSAA and DP World. A highlight was an eye-opening keynote by Mr. Shahab Al Jassmi, Senior Vice President – Ports & Terminals Commercial at DP World GCC, who showcased their remarkable work.
The Committee also engaged with the Worldwide Ship Agencies Association (WWSA), attended Breakbulk Middle East, and held meetings with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), National Association of Freight and Logistics (NAFL) and colleagues from Iran visiting Dubai.
About FONASBA
The Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers & Agents (FONASBA) provides a united voice for the world’s ship brokers and agents. Founded in 1969, the organisation promotes quality, fair and equitable practices and ensures that the needs of our members are understood at international, regional and individual national level across the maritime industry.
FONASBA maintains a close watch on all developments of interest and concern to the shipbroking and ship agency professions and takes appropriate action to protect those interests.
FONASBA membership is made up of 71 countries, represented by 53 national associations of ship brokers and agents with a further 18 countries represented by associate or candidate members. Individual companies are eligible to join the federation directly in the Associate members category.
