Posts Tagged ‘France’
2020 TOUR VOILE 17 intense and ground-breaking days
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2020 TOUR VOILE 17 intense and ground-breaking days
Key points:
Start from Dunkirk on 3 July / Finish in Nice on 19 July
Major changes in the pipeline for the 43rd edition
The Tour Voile’s first ever Act on an inland body of water
Diam 24 od yachts to tackle an offshore leg for...
December 7th, 2019 | Sailing, Sports | Read More
COPERNICUS Collaborative Vision for a Sustainable Ocean: Investment and Innovation for Ocean Data and Deliverables
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COPERNICUS Collaborative Vision for a Sustainable Ocean: Investment and Innovation for Ocean Data and Deliverables
High-Level Plenary Session Sponsored by WOC Member Mercator Ocean International to Explore Investment and Innovation Needs and Opportunities for Expanding Ocean Data Monitoring for...
November 21st, 2019 | Climate, Emissions, Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums, Oceanology, Pollution | Read More
Quelling German excess saving, Making Europe competitive
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Quelling German excess saving, Making Europe competitive
Thursday 21 November 2019 – Vol.10 Ed.47.3
Commentary: Quelling German excess saving
By David Marsh in London
Europe’s expectations of economic and monetary union have gone into reverse. Two decades ago, member states hoped...
November 21st, 2019 | Banking, Comment, Conferences, Seminars, Forums, Finance | Read More
WOC and WISTA to Sign MOU at Sustainable Ocean Summit 2019 (Paris 20-22 Nov)
WOC and WISTA to Sign MOU at Sustainable Ocean Summit 2019 (Paris 20-22 Nov)
WOC AND WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING & TRADING ASSOCIATION (WISTA) TO SIGN MOU AT SUSTAINABLE OCEAN SUMMIT
Partnership between World Ocean Council (WOC) and WISTA Will Advance Women’s Leadership in the Sustainable...
November 18th, 2019 | Associations, Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums, WISTA - Women in Shipping | Read More
From Space to the Seas: Blue Worlds – The European Space Agency (ESA) Initiative Towards Space Projects Support for Sustainable Ocean Activities
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Sustainable Ocean Summit 2019 (Paris, 20-22 Nov)
From Space to the Seas: Blue Worlds – The European Space Agency (ESA) Initiative Towards Space Projects Support for Sustainable Ocean Activities
At the Sustainable Ocean Summit, the World Ocean Council (WOC) and ESA collaborate to create better...
November 15th, 2019 | Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums | Read More
De-Risking Blue Economy Investment – SOS 2019, 20-22 Nov, Paris
De-Risking Blue Economy Investment – SOS 2019, 20-22 Nov, Paris
Sustainable Ocean Summit 2019 (Paris, 20-22 Nov)
DE-RISKING BLUE ECONOMY INVESTMENT: LEGAL AND INSURANCE EXPERTS GATHER AT WOC SUSTAINABLE OCEAN SUMMIT (SOS)
What are the risks for investors in the Blue Economy as it continues to...
October 30th, 2019 | Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums | Read More
High Level Investor Panel Kicks Off Global Blue Economy Finance Event – SOS 2019
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High Level Investor Panel Kicks Off Global Blue Economy Finance Event – SOS 2019
With the theme of “Investing in Ocean Futures: Finance and Innovation for the Blue Economy”, the Sustainable Ocean Summit (SOS) 2019 (20-22 November, Paris)will be the foremost international business conference...
October 28th, 2019 | Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums | Read More
EFIP celebrates its 25th Anniversary in Strasbourg
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EFIP celebrates its 25th Anniversary in Strasbourg
25 October 2019
On 23 October 2019, EFIP members gathered in Strasbourg (France) for their annual Executive Committee meeting and to celebrate the 25th anniversary of EFIP. The event was hosted by the Port of Strasbourg and the CCNR (Central Commission...
October 25th, 2019 | Anniversaries, Associations, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums, Inland Waterways, Ports & Terminals | Read More
Supporting the French Green Shipping Revolution
Sarah Zitouni
Supporting the French Green Shipping Revolution
By Sarah Zitouni, Lean Marine Sweden AB
In a world where ecological concerns run high, every industry is under pressure to reduce their environmental impact. The international shipping industry is no exception.
During the 45th G7 summit held...
October 21st, 2019 | Climate, Emissions, Energy, Environment, News, Pollution | Read More
Ocean Industry Associations to Gather at WOC Sustainable Ocean Summit
Ocean Industry Associations to Gather at WOC Sustainable Ocean Summit
World Ocean Council to Convene the 2nd Global Roundtable of Ocean Industry Association Leaders (ROIAL) at the SOS 2019 (Paris, 20-22 Nov, 2019)
26 September 2019
The 2nd Roundtable of Ocean Industry Association Leaders (ROIAL) will...
September 26th, 2019 | Alternative Sources of Energy, Climate, Emissions, Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums, Oceanology, Pollution | Read More
Sustainable Ocean Summit – Draft Program and Speakers (Paris, 20-22 Nov 2019)
Sustainable Ocean Summit – Draft Program and Speakers (Paris, 20-22 Nov 2019)
SOS 2019 Draft Program and Speakers
The Sustainable Ocean Summit (SOS) 2019 (20-22 November, Paris) has unveiled its ambitious program and initial speaker lineup, with more to be confirmed soon.
With the theme of “Investing...
September 19th, 2019 | Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums, Maritime Education and Training | Read More
The Mini-Transat la Boulangère village opens its doors this Saturday in La Rochelle
The Mini-Transat la Boulangère village opens its doors this Saturday in La Rochelle
To note:
– Village opening hours: from 14 to 22 September from 10:00 to 22:00 hours
– A wealth of entertainment for all, every day
– Some exceptional patrons...
September 12th, 2019 | Sailing, Sports | Read More
Fighting to the Finish in Nice
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Fighting to the Finish in Nice
There is very little that is predictable about the racing in the Tour Voile and this 42nd edition is no exception. From the top eight boats that qualify for the Nautical Stadium Finals to the daily winners and even the wind conditions, anything can and does happen on...
July 20th, 2019 | Sailing, Sports | Read More
In Les Sables d’Olonne on Bastille Day Morrison and Renaissance Services make it three stadium wins
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In Les Sables d’Olonne on Bastille Day Morrison and Renaissance Services Make It Three Stadium Wins
Stevie Morrison the Oman Sail team on Renaissance Services became the only team on the 2019 Tour Voile to win three Stade Nautique finals when they emerged triumphant from the most exciting stadium...
July 14th, 2019 | Sailing, Sports | Read More
Hot Port News from GAC
Hot Port News from GAC
06-Jul-2019
WORLD HOLIDAYS: 7-20 JULY 2019
Worldwide
World Holidays: 7-20 July 2019
Saturday, July 6, 2019, Worldwide
Public holidays around the world in the coming two weeks include the following:
8 July (Mon) – Kazakhstan Capital City Day Holiday
14 Jul (Sun) – Bastille...
July 6th, 2019 | Anniversaries, Holidays, Port Conditions, Ports & Terminals | Read More
Dunkirk Deals Up Surprises and Upsets As Tour Voile Kicks Off
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Dunkirk Deals Up Surprises and Upsets As Tour Voile Kicks Off
Light winds and strong tidal currents off Dunkirk’s Malo Les Bains beaches conspired to deliver surprises and upsets on the first day of the Tour Voile as the Belgian team Caraibois BE.Brussels won the opening stade nautique Final and...
July 5th, 2019 | Sailing, Sports | Read More
These skippers from elsewhere
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These skippers from elsewhere
To note:
– Start of the Mini-Transat La Boulangère on 22 September 2019
– 19 international sailors already registered
To date, 69 women and men have officially registered for the 22nd edition of the Mini-Transat La Boulangère (52 on production boats and...
July 4th, 2019 | Associations, Sailing, Sports | Read More
2018 results: Heppner confirms its growth strategy as turnover exceeds €700m (up 5.3%)
Jean-Thomas Schmitt, CEO of Heppner.
2018 results: Heppner confirms its growth strategy as turnover exceeds €700m (up 5.3%)
With revenue of €715.5m, Heppner grew by +5.3% in 2018. The main revenue driver was an ambitious strategy of growing the group’s international business (44% revenue)...
June 27th, 2019 | Company Profiles, Logistics, Markets, News, Reports | Read More
World Oceans Day – Investing in Ocean Futures – SOS 2019
World Oceans Day – Investing in Ocean Futures – SOS 2019
Launches Program for Sustainable Ocean Summit 2019 (20-22 November, Paris)
7 June 2019
Every day is World Oceans Day at the World Ocean Council. And every day presents opportunities for investment and innovation in ocean health and...
June 7th, 2019 | Climate, Emissions, Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums, Oceanology, Oil Spill, Pollution | Read More
Marseille poised to host Hempel World Cup Series Final
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Marseille poised to host Hempel World Cup Series Final
Marseille, France is poised to host 325 sailors from 40 nations for the 2019 Hempel World Cup Series Final. Sailors will race at the venue for the Paris 2024 Olympic Sailing Competition across ten Olympic disciplines and an Open Kiteboarding fleet,...
June 1st, 2019 | Associations, Sailing, Sports | Read More
ABB to enable world’s first hydrogen-powered river vessel
Concept illustration of a push boat powered by fuel cell system
ABB to enable world’s first hydrogen-powered river vessel
ABB will provide a power and propulsion solution for a newbuild vessel operating along the Rhône river in France to run entirely on hydrogen fuel cells
ABB strengthens its position...
May 21st, 2019 | Inland Waterways, Marine Equipment Products and Services, Shipbuilding and Shipyards, Technical, Technology | Read More
Marseille Fos names executive and supervisory board leaders
Marseille
Marseille Fos names executive and supervisory board leaders
Former port of Le Havre managing director Hervé Martel has started work as interim managing director of the Marseille Fos port authority following his nomination by the French transport minister. His appointment is now due to...
May 3rd, 2019 | Company Profiles, News, Person Profiles, Ports & Terminals | Read More
The fall of German banking, Long-run economic growth and development in CESEE
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The fall of German banking, Long-run economic growth and development in CESEE
Commentary: The fall of German banking
By David Marsh in Berlin
The collapse of merger talks between Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank, the No.1 and No2. German lenders, marks the latest episode in a 30-year downward spiral of...
April 29th, 2019 | Banking, Comment, Conferences, Seminars, Forums, Finance | Read More
The European project DURABLE will apply drones and robots to boost the deployment of renewable energies
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The European project DURABLE will apply drones and robots to boost the deployment of renewable energies
DURABLE has a budget of € 3.9M and it is financed by the Interreg Atlantic Area Program. The project launch meeting takes place today in Bidart (France).
Alerion Technologies, Lortek S. Coop and...
April 26th, 2019 | Alternative Sources of Energy, Aviation, Energy, Environment, Events, Conferences,Forums and Symposiums | Read More
Franco-German questions on Europe, Role of central banks in greening the financial system
Franco-German questions on Europe, Role of central banks in greening the financial system
Commentary: Franco-German questions on Europe
By David Marsh in Berlin
The longest-running conundrum in the European Union is: ‘Who runs Europe – France or Germany?’ With Britain on its way to leaving...
April 24th, 2019 | Banking, Finance | Read More
