European Dynamic Positioning Conference 2020
04 February 2020
09:00 - 18:00
London
Driving innovation and best practice – the next generation
The European Dynamic Positioning Conference is an intensive one-day event that takes place on the day preceding the Annual Offshore Support Journal conference. Senior speakers from leading organisations share their insights on the latest product and technology developments, DP applications, cyber security and the latest information on training, safety, certification and future regulation.
You can read all our latest coverage of dynamic poitioning developments here.
The time is right for the next chapter in the evolution of Dynamic Positioning (DP).
Programme Highlights
Market outlook for DP vessels
An update on the current status of the market, trends, drivers and DP rig utilisation.
Innovative developments in DP vessel design and operations
A look at the future requirements for next-generation DP vessels and how alternative markets are influencing design and operational requirements.
Meeting competency requirements
A review of developments in the training sector, how requirements are changing due to technology advances and meeting the needs of DPOs.
AI and digitalisation in DP operations What will AI and other technologies mean to the DP sector? What are the benefits of using digitalisation to support operators in making operational decisions?
Panel session on collaboration and co-operation to deliver ‘safety at sea’ in DP operations
The Nautical Institute, IMCA and DNV GL will discuss future collaboration to achieve common safety goals and debate how key associations and industry leaders can work together for the good of the sector.
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Programme
Driving innovation and best practice – the next generation
TUESDAY 4 FEBRUARY 2020
08:00 Registration, coffee and networking
08:45 Welcome Address from Riviera Maritime Media
Mike Porter, Head of Event Production, Riviera Maritime Media
08:50 Welcome address
Chairman: Dan Endersby, Manager, All Offshore
SESSION 1: DP MARKET INSIGHT AND CURRENT TRENDS & DRIVERS
This session will provide a comprehensive assessment of today’s DP market, industry trends and drivers, developments in vessel design and a look towards the future.
08:55 The Future Direction of DP
- Evolution of DP
- Standards, best practice and new technology – AI, automation and sensors.
- The future of DP, what does it look like?
Kristian Ivar Øien, DP Product Advisor – Maritime Operations, Kongsberg Maritime
09.15 Market Outlook for DP Vessel
- Current status of the market.
- Trends and drivers.
- DP rig utilisation.
- Which market sectors will see a growth in the need for DP over the next months and years?
Arnstein Eknes, Segment Director – Special Ships, DNV GL
09:35 Innovative Developments in DP Vessel Design and Operation
- What does the next generation DP vessel look like?
- What factors are driving new concepts?
- How are alternative markets including offshore and decommissioning influencing design and operational requirements?
Thomas Olsvik, Senior Naval Architect, Conceptual Design Dept, Vard Design
09:55 Q&A
10:15 Networking coffee break in the exhibition area sponsored by National Oilwell Varco
SESSION 2: REGULATION, CERTIFICATION, STANDARDISATION AND COLLABORATION - TOWARDS SAFER DP
Representatives from the key associations will provide a review on recent industry trends and an update on accreditation and certification programmes.
10:55 The Sioborg/Statfjord A Incident, Collision Between Installation/ Platform Supply Vessel - Findings and Experience Sharing
- Background/incident
- Corporate investigation
- Process
- Findings - Areas of improvement
- System integration
- Operations
Helge Såtendal, Principal Consultant Marine Operations, Equinor
11:15 IMCA DP Assurance Initiatives Over the Past 12 Months
- Revised guidelines for developing and conducting DP annual trials programmes.
- IMCA DP Station-keeping reporting scheme.
- IMCA DP practitioner accreditation scheme.
- Competence assurance through CPD.
Reza Yaghoobi, Technical Adviser - Marine, IMCA
11:35 Q&A
11:40 Panel Debate: Collaboration & Cooperation to Deliver ‘Safety at Sea’ in DP Operations
Representatives will give a brief update on their recent developments in DP operations.
This will be followed by an open session to discuss future collaboration to achieve common safety goals and debate how key associations and industry can work more closely together for the good of the sector addressing challenges such as:
- How they can work together to optimise maritime training to make the industry safer.
- Exploring opportunities provided by the complementary roles in DP of associations and Class in operational and validation of technology and operational interfaces.
- How technology development is influencing the DP sector.
- Opportunities and challenges linked to more automatic and autonomous operations.
Panellists:
Arnstein Eknes, Segment Director – Special Ships, DNV GL
Andy Goldsmith, Marine Technical Advisor, IMCA
Faisal Rashid, Technical Advisor - Offshore, Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)
Captain John Lloyd, Chief Executive Officer, The Nautical Institute
12:15 Networking lunch break sponsored by ABS
SESSION 3: SKILLS AND TRAINING DP CREWS – MEETING COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
This session will take a look at the developments in the training sector, how requirements are changing and adapting to meet market needs of today and the future. Speakers will examine the status of the crewing market, strategies to address the skills shortages and the key issues impacting DPOs.
13:25 The Changing Nature of DP Training
- Improving DP training to meet market needs.
- What are the current training requirements?
- Importance of CPD for DPOs.
- How will technology evolution impact the way training is delivered?
Cinthya Lopes, Technical Manager, Simwave
13:45 Retaining and Maintaining DP Competency
- Retaining DP Certifications
- Ensuring skills meet current requirements
- How do TechnipFMC ensure competency
Vicky Gren, Marine Superintendent, TechnipFMC
14:05 Q&A
14:10 Panel Debate: Meeting the Needs of DPOs
A panel of owners and DP practitioners will discuss and debate key issues impacting the sector in today’s challenging market including:
- Challenges in revalidation of DP ticket
- Stress in the workplace, recognising it and how to deal with it.
- Difficulties expereinced by DPO/crews that have gone from non-operational to operational, the transition from zero to 100% fully operational
- Being valued as a team member
- Transition from diving (or other) to offshore windfarm work
Panellists:
Henry Foxworthy, SDPO, Helix Energy Solutions
Captain Áine Hyde, Master Mariner, Anglo-Eastern Offshore
Vicky Gren, Marine Superintendent, TechnipFMC
14:45 Networking coffee break in the exhibition area sponsored by National Oilwell Varco
SESSION 4: EVOLVING TECHNOLOGIES AND THEIR IMPACT ON THE SECTOR
A detailed review of technology development and innovation in the DP sector and how it is impacting vessel efficiencies and optimisation of operations. Speakers will discuss advances in digitalisation and AI, sensor technology for remote monitoring and the use of batteries and hybrid technology to power DP systems.
15:25 Battery and Hybrid Technology as a Power for DP Systems
- Review of the latest advances in battery technology.
- What are the benefits of batteries on DP vessels?
- Experiences and lessons learned from existing battery hybrid DP vessels in operation.
Mark Craig, President, OneStep Power
15:45 Operational Support by Controlling Ship Motions
- DP plough operations.
- Plough operations in the ship motion control domain.
- Strategy plough forces/moments implementation.
- Results and conclusion.
Ehab El Amam, Consultant, RH Marine Netherlands
16:05 Innovative DP Technologies – Targetless Laser Sensors
- Introduction
- Application and benefits
- Review of recent trials
David McKnight, Optical Technology Group Manager, Guidance Marine
16:25 Q&A
16:30 Closing remarks from the conference chairman and end of conference
16:30-18:00 BY INVITATION ONLY
Roundtable 1: Offshore Support Market: Crew Wage Cost Benchmarking
Led by Spinnaker Global/Seafarers Employers Association (S.E.A).
Roundtable 2: Standardisation in the Offshore Renewable Energy Industry
Led by IMCA.
Moderated by Edwin Lampert, Head of Content, Riviera Maritime Media
From 17:00-20:00 Pre-registration for the Annual OSJ Conference, Awards & Exhibition
at Novotel London West Hotel, 1st floor Champagne Suite
From 17:00-22:00 Welcome Drinks
at VesselsValue, Lyric House, Hammersmith Road, Hammersmith, London W14 0QL
* Programme subject to change/amendments.
Who Attended
Confirmed attendees to 4 February Conferences
Shipowners & Operators
| ADNOC Logistics & Services Anglo-Eastern Offshore Antares Naviera Bibby MS Boa Management Bourbon Offshore BP BSM Offshore Companhia Brasileira de Offshore Edda Accommodation Edda Wind EDF Energy Equinor GC Rieber Shipping Global Marine Gran Energia Helix Well Ops Jan de Nul Marine Procurement |
Norsk Hydro Olje |
Other Companies in Attendance
| ABB Marine & Ports ABS All Offshore Ampelmann Operations A&P Group AqualisBraemar Astilleros Gordan AXTech Bloomberg NEF BMO Offshore Bureau Veritas Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Carbon Trust Caterpillar Cortland Corvus Energy C-Nav Positioning Solutions Damen Shipyards Gorinchem Department for International Trade DNV GL Eksportkreddit ELA Container Offshore Eltorque ESNA Framo Fugro Norway F30 GE Energy Power Conversion UK GIEK Global Maritime Guidance Marine GustoMSC Helix Energy Solutions Hoglund Marine Solutions Huisman Equipment Hydro Extrusion Sweden IMCA IMECA Keelson Marine Assurance Kenz Figee Kongsberg Maritime Kongsberg Seatex LATC Marine M3 Marine Group Maats Tech Mandalay |
MacGregor |
Venue
Novotel London West Hotel
1st floor Champagne Suite
1 Shortlands
Hammersmith International Centre
Hammersmith
W6 8DR
Hotel website
Bedroom reservations
Novotel London West Hotel is the only authorised hotel providing guest room accommodation for the Offshore Wind Journal Conference / European Dynamic Positioning Conference / OSJ Subsea Conference / Annual OSJ Conference, Awards and Exhibition, 4 - 6 February 2020 in London. HotelRes are our sole agency partner for this event and can be contacted on +44 (0)845 0200 350 or email reservations@hotelresuk.com or click here to make a booking.
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- 630 bedrooms
- 240 on-site under cover car parking spaces
- Free WiFi connection in all rooms
- Fully equipped fitness centre
- 3 of London’s main tube lines within a 3-minute walk of the hotel
- Located just off the A4 and outside the Central London Congestion Zone, the hotel is just a 20 minute drive from London Heathrow
- Aroma Restaurant; Artisan Grill; Lounge Bar
- Novotel is committed to PLANET 21, the sustainable development programme of the Accor hotel group, addressing important societal and environmental challenges. The brand has chosen to rely on ISO 1400, the globally recognised environmental certification.
- Location map
Nearby:
- Harrods
- Harvey Nichols
- Westfield Shopping Centre
- Kensington Gardens
- London Wetland Centre
- Hammersmith Apollo Theatre
- Lyric Theatre
Hammersmith lies on the River Thames and offers some of the best river pubs and restaurants in London:
Exhibitors
Exhibition
The exhibition ran over the course of 3 days and the space was shared with attendees to the Offshore Wind Journal Conference, European Dynamic Positioning Conference and OSJ Subsea Conference (all running concurrently on 4 February) and the 2 day Annual Offshore Support Journal Conference (on 5-6 February).
2020 Exhibitors included:
Stand 1: OneStep Power Solutions
Stand 2: UniSea
Stand 3: PG Flow Solutions
Stand 4: Scandinavian Reach Technologies
Stand 6: Westcon Power and Automation
Stand 7: Vessel Technology
Stand 8: NAVTOR
Stand 9: Nautical Institute
Stand 10: Sonardyne
Stand 11: Royal IHC
Stand 13: DNV GL
Stand 14: Bibby Marine Services
Stand 15: Eltorque
Stand 16: Opsealog
Stand 17: Fugro
Stand 18: Caterpillar
Stand 19: Osbit
Stand 20: Veripos
Stand 21: RH Marine and Bakker Sliedrecht
Stand 22: Seaonics
Stand 23: A&P
Stand 24: IMECA
Stand 25: Damen Shipyards Gorinchem
