Bermuda plays host to the TradeWinds International Shipping Forum in October.

The two-day event aims to bring together decision-makers and influencers from key sectors within the industry.

It will also act as venue for networking between shipowners and regulators, underwriters and financiers, legal experts and technology specialists.

Confirmed speakers for the event on October 7 and 8, include: Ben Abraham, global head of marine, Willis Towers Watson; Scott Bergeron, director of business development and strategy, Oldendorff Carriers; Boriana Farrar, vice-president, counsel and business development director of Americas, Shipowners Claims Bureau, Inc; and Jeanne Grasso, partner, Blank Rome.

Among others due to speak are Francis Richardson, chief executive officer of the Bermuda Shipping and Maritime Authority; Ben Lyons, CEO, Expedition Voyage Consultants; Lars Rhodin, managing director, The Swedish Club; Dieter Schwampe, partner, Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein; and John Woods, partner, Clyde & Co.

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