26-27 October 2009, Athens, Greece
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Overview
In recent years the industry has been through a commercially unprecedented period and been su bject to major regulatory change. Both commercial and regulatory influences have presented many technical challenges and many more lay ahead.
Designers, classification societies and owners have faced the challenges posed by the introduction of the Common Structural Rules. Goal Based Standards have been developed further at IMO with the final elements expected to be finalised this year. Also at IMO, new schedules have been added to the IMSBC Code (formally BC Code) which will become mandatory in January 2011 and the BLU Code is currently under review to include grain and consider issues associated with high loading rates.
Environmental regulation is also moving forward with the revision to MARPOL Annex VI placing further restrictions on emissions of NOx and SOx. The development of the IMO Energy Efficiency Design Index is aimed at stimulating technical innovation in propulsive efficiency as the industry strives to reduce its CO2 emissions.
Content
Topics include: 
- Cargo Handling
- Propulsive Efficiency
- Coatings
- Rules and Regulations
- Crew Operations
- Ship Design and Structures
- Laying up
- Life Saving Appliances
Programme and Registration
To view the Bulk Carriers programme and registration form please click here.
Venue and Accommodation
The conference will be held at the Eugenides Foundation. The full address is:
ad: 387 Syngrou Ave, Palaio Faliro, Athens
Tel: (+30) 210 9469676
Please click here for a map to the venue
Our hotel reservation agents Central Rez, in conjunction with RINA, have arranged special rates at nearby hotels for delegates attending the Bulk Carriers conference.
Please follow this link to book online https://centralrez.vbookings.co.uk/b/rina/
Or if you have any queries please contact Central Rez who will be happy to help you:
Tel: 0845 658 8862 or Email
Sponsor and Exhibitors
The Royal Institution of Naval Architects enjoys a world-wide reputation for the outstanding quality of its international conferences, attracting speakers and delegates who are the acknowledged leaders in their fields.
A number of cost effective opportunities are available including various sponsorship packages, exhibition space and literature distribution.
If you would like to find out more about the promotional opportunities available please contact the conference department () or click here to visit our Sponsorship and Exhibition information page.
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