BlueBridge Maritime Istanbul 2026 Presentation Series

About This Event

Two Days of Maritime Technology, Solutions & Practical Insights

Join us on 4–5 November 2026 for two days of focused technology presentations, taking place live on the main stage inside the Europort Istanbul exhibition.

The BlueBridge Maritime Istanbul Forum will bring together technology providers, solution companies, shipowners, shipyards and maritime professionals for a practical, solution-focused programme showcasing technologies and innovations designed to address real operational challenges across the maritime industry.

The focus is on practical answers to real industry questions: What does the technology do? How does it work? How can it be implemented? What challenges does it address? And what measurable benefits can it deliver to shipping companies and shipyards?

Interested in presenting your technology or solution?

Spaces on the programme are limited. Email us today at info@bluebridgemaritime.com to receive more information and reserve your presentation slot.

Event Agenda

10.25

Day 1 — Wednesday, November 4, 2026

10.30

Turkish Shipyards: Global Role, Technology & Competitiveness

Strategic positioning of Turkish yards in the global shipbuilding market — digital transformation priorities, green technology readiness, workforce and capacity outlook for 2027–2030.

11.00

Fuelling the Transition: Alternative Fuels, Bunkering & Practical Pathways to Decarbonisation

Real-world availability, pricing and bunkering logistics for LNG, methanol, biofuels and VLSFO — CAPEX/OPEX trade-offs and 2027 IMO readiness.

11.30

Electrification & Hybridisation at Sea: From Technology to Practical Energy Efficiency

How electrification, drives, hybrid power and energy management can reduce fuel consumption, improve vessel efficiency and support the transition to lower-emission operations- WHAT / HOW / WHAT'S NEXT

12.00

Always-On at Sea: Managed Multi-Orbit Connectivity — LEO, GEO, LTE & L-Band

Intelligent hybrid connectivity combining multiple communication technologies to support vessel operations, remote diagnostics, crew welfare, cybersecurity and reliable ship–shore communications.

13.30

Ship Performance Data: Noon Reports to MRV/SEEMP

Providing digital voyage optimisation and advanced environmental performance tools that feed directly into MRV/ETS compliance workflows.

 

StormGeo (part of Alfa Laval)

Providing digital voyage optimisation and advanced environmental performance tools that feed directly into MRV/ETS compliance workflows.

14.00

What Class Will Actually Accept: Evidence Standards for Drone Based Inspection of Tanks and Hulls”

Drone and sensor-based inspection is only useful if the evidence it produces meets classification-society requirements — this session breaks down what documentation, resolution and traceability standards actually satisfy class surveyors today. Covering tank and hull inspection specifically, with real examples of what's been accepted versus rejected. A practical session for technical superintendents and surveyors weighing whether to adopt drone inspection on their fleet.

14.30

Augmenting Maritime Procurement with MCP Tools-From intermediary-driven provisioning to direct, self-service port supply

Global vessel provisioning and port supply are still fragmented across systems, spreadsheets and manual processes. Technical teams spend hours coordinating quotes, inventory and meal planning while paying intermediary margins for basic coordination. NERMO replaces this with a direct, API-first platform powered by Model Context Protocol (MCP), connecting vessels to vetted vendors, automating RFQs and giving operators full transparency and control over port spend — whether used by humans or AI agents.

Panellists

Wynand Winterbach

 

NERMO

NERMO (Networked Endpoint for Routing Maritime Orders) is an API-first maritime infrastructure platform that replaces legacy procurement and catering intermediaries with direct, self-service order routing across ports globally. Designed for seamless use by both human operators and AI agents via hosted Model Context Protocol (MCP) endpoints, NERMO unifies technical procurement, on-board stock tracking, recipe-driven victualing, and structured RFQ generation into a single continuous workflow. By connecting ship operators directly to pre-vetted local vendors without hidden goods markups or broker spreads, NERMO automates transaction compliance (including real-time sanctions screening and MLC 2006 standards) while returning side-by-side, normalised quotes and building auditable fleet intelligence that operators own.

15.00

Consultant's Corner — Maritime B2B

Winning international clients; open-floor discussion.

Panellists

Boran Bekbulat

 

Vision Work B.V.

10.25

Day 2 — Thursday, November 5, 2026

10.30

Critical Communications & Safe Navigation: GMDSS, Distress Systems & Satellite Connectivity

GMDSS-related electronics, bridge-to-shore critical links.

Panellists

Dan Rooney — Director, Maritime Business Development

 

Iridium Communications Inc

Iridium Communications Inc. operates the world's only truly global mobile satellite network. It serves as a platform for innovation, enabling voice, data, and messaging, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), and aircraft surveillance services anywhere on Earth. Through its satellite constellation and integrated capabilities like Aireon, the world's only space-based air traffic surveillance system, Iridium delivers services that support safety-focused operations across aviation, maritime, government, industrial, and consumer markets. The company is a leader in satellite Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and is advancing direct-to-device (D2D) communications based on open standards to expand access to satellite services. Iridium innovates through an ecosystem of more than 500 technology and distribution partners, serving millions of customers worldwide.

11.00

AI-Driven Fleet Performance Intelligence: Turning Vessel Data into Fuel, Emissions & CII Decisions

Fleet operators are sitting on vast amounts of vessel performance data — engine logs, machinery sensors, fuel consumption meters, historical voyage records — but struggle to turn it into decisions that actually move fuel spend and CII scores. This session covers how AI-driven analytics benchmark fleet performance, flag operational anomalies before they become costly, and translate raw data into concrete fuel-efficiency and compliance actions. A practical look at data-to-decision AI for technical superintendents managing fuel, emissions and regulatory reporting across a fleet.

11.30

Smart Ports, Mooring & Ship–Port Interface

SmartPort technologies, automated mooring, fenders, docking aids and port-side data.

 

TRELLEBORG

12.00

AI-Driven Fleet Performance Intelligence: Turning Vessel Data into Fuel, Emissions & CII Decisions

Fleet operators are sitting on vast amounts of vessel performance data — engine logs, machinery sensors, fuel consumption meters, historical voyage records — but struggle to turn it into decisions that actually move fuel spend and CII scores. This session covers how AI-driven analytics benchmark fleet performance, flag operational anomalies before they become costly, and translate raw data into concrete fuel-efficiency and compliance actions. A practical look at data-to-decision AI for technical superintendents managing fuel, emissions and regulatory reporting across a fleet.

13.30

Crew Competency & Simulation Training

Closing the crew training gap — simulation, procedures, transfer safety.

14.00

Fuelling the Transition: Alternative Fuels, Bunkering & Practical Pathways to Decarbonisation

As shipping moves toward LNG, methanol, ammonia and hydrogen, the practical challenge is not only fuel availability but safe, reliable bunkering and transfer operations. This session looks at the real-world pathways to alternative-fuel adoption, with a focus on the systems and connections that make bunkering safer, faster and spill-free — and what shipowners and terminals need to put in place for 2027–2030.

14.30

From Ballast to Cargo: Smarter Measurement & Valve Automation for Ships

Level, pressure and draught monitoring combined with reliable electric valve automation for safer and more efficient operations across ballast, cargo, fuel and engine-room systems. This session explores how integrated measurement and actuator solutions improve operational control, reduce manual intervention and support higher standards of safety and efficiency on board.

15.00

Engineering Reliable Power & Utility Systems on Board: From Emergency Power to Energy Efficiency

Reliable power generation, emergency and standby systems, propulsion-related power, compressed air and auxiliary utilities — delivering greater efficiency, lower emissions and dependable vessel operations.

15.30

Voyage Optimisation in Practice: Weather Intelligence & Routing Analytics to Reduce Fuel Costs and Improve CII

Real-time weather routing, sea-state forecasting and voyage-planning analytics that help reduce fuel consumption, improve CII performance and support more efficient operational decisions.

 

StormGeo (part of Alfa Laval)

Providing digital voyage optimisation and advanced environmental performance tools that feed directly into MRV/ETS compliance workflows.

16.00

Flag Representation & Crew Endorsements

Flag-state representation, ship registration, statutory certification, crew endorsements and practical compliance support for owners operating under international registries.