Experts to address regional maritime industry

International broadcaster and journalist Mishal Husain to anchor Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2014 conference and awards. Over 30 of the world’s foremost maritime authorities will share their latest industry insight at the seventh biennial Seatrade Middle East Maritime (SMEM) exhibition and conference, which is scheduled to take place in Dubai from 28-30 October 2014, during
Dubai Maritime Week. Speakers and delegates representing international and regional shipping operators, ports, financiers and associated maritime professionals will be welcomed by international broadcaster and journalist, Mishal Husain, who is confirmed as this year’s keynote session moderator and master of ceremonies for the 2014 Seatrade Maritime Awards.

 “The Middle East is a gateway to the emerging markets of Africa and Asia’s maritime hubs, and our 2014 line-up ofspeakers are collectively shaping the future of the sector in the region. The confirmation of Mishal Husain as event anchor adds further gravitas to what is the largest gathering of influential industry heads,” 

said Chris Hayman, Chairman of Seatrade, organisers of Seatrade Middle East Maritime. A familiar face on television and a UK radio personality, Husain has 15 years’ international broadcast exposure experience,fronting main news bulletins, reporting on location, and interviewing world leaders. The Seatrade Middle East Maritime conference includes an Economic Forum session on day one, moderated by Marcus Machin, CEO, Tufton Oceanic Middle East Ltd. Port Investment and Logistics will be addressed on the morning of day two, with input from experts such as Michael Deleuran – Milaha in Qatar, Dimitris Kostianis - Saudi Ports Authority; Alan Murphy - SeaIntel Maritime Analysis andDirk Van den Bosch, Chief Commercial Officer, DP World UAE Region. Bunkering issues in the region are also high on the conference agenda, with Capt. Farhad P. Patel, Director, Sharaf Shipping Agency moderating the session.