Guillaume Loonis Quélen took part in the 7th Mare Forum Geneva at the Hotel Beau-Rivage, Geneva, on 19 March 2024.
The 7th edition of the Mare Forum Geneva took place on 19 March 2024, at the Beau-Rivage Hotel in Geneva. This annual event brought together industry leaders from the maritime sector, including shipowners, charterers, investors, regulators, and energy experts, to discuss current challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
Discussions focused on key topics such as the energy transition, prospects for maritime trade, technological innovation, ship financing, and Switzerland’s strategic positioning as a maritime and trading hub. Among the speakers were representatives from organizations such as INTERCARGO (International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners), UNCTAD (UN Trade and Development), DNV, Louis Dreyfus Company, Cargill, Lloyd’s Register, and WISTA Switzerland (Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association).
The event stood out for its interactive format, encouraging dynamic exchanges between panelists and participants without formal presentations. This approach enabled in-depth exploration of key maritime issues and strengthened connections among industry stakeholders.