International Association of Independent Tanker Owners

International Association of Independent Tanker Owners - FOR SAFE TRANSPORT, CLEANER SEAS AND FREE COMPETITION -

INTERTANKO “Seafarers Vetting Seminar”

22 October 2014

Venue: SOFITEL Philippine Plaza Manila CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard Pasay City 1300 Metro Manila Philippines Tel. No: +63 2 551 5555 INTERTANKO regularly hosts vetting seminars around the world. These seminars are aimed at and designed to assist CEO’s, Superintendents, Fleet Managers etc keep up-to-date with the latest information input and insight about the vetting and Port State Control Processes. This seminar in Manila, however, is designed for Seafarers, providing them with guidance and information about the vetting and Port State Control processes as well as on vetting inspections. We also hope to confirm a key note address by a representative of the Philippine Government. INTERTANKO has kept a strong focus on Human Element issues within the shipping industry and with Filipinos comprising the majority of the world’s seafaring population; the Vetting Committee supports this focus by conducting these biennial vetting seminars in Manila. The seminar focuses on providing seafaring officers and crew with training/presentations to enhance understanding of the vetting process, the aim and mechanics of ship-inspections and to provide guidance on preparing for and ensuring a smooth and successful inspection. This seminar is provided as a service to INTERTANKO members and attendance is Free of Charge to seafaring officers and crew working for member companies. There is no limit on the number of attendees and members may register as many seafarers as they feel will benefit from this seminar. Registration is compulsory in order to be able to attend the seminar. We strongly encourage members to send their seafarers for this unique half day event, senior officers (deck and engine) will also benefit from attending. Junior ranks and petty officers will gain an insight to the whole vetting process and by attending the seminar, will be better prepared for such inspections. A certificate of attendance will be provided to all those seafarers who attend The seminar will be chaired by Capt Michael Wilson, President of Laurin Maritime (America) Inc and Chairman of INTERTANKO's Vetting Committee and will feature four speakers and a Q&A session. Further details of the event and speakers will be confirmed shortly. Please bring this notice to the attention of your Crewing Departments, Vetting Departments and Manning Agencies

Please note that we require all those that will be attending to please complete the attached registration form. This will enable us to provide adequate facilities as well as ensure certificates for all attendees.

International Association of Independent Tanker Owners - FOR SAFE TRANSPORT, CLEANER SEAS AND FREE COMPETITION - Agenda

Seafarers Vetting Seminar

Chair: Capt. Michael Wilson, President of Laurin Maritime (America) Inc. Chairman - INTERTANKO Vetting Committee

1230 ~ 1300 hrs: Opening Comments and Key Note Speech Dr. Maximo Q. Mejia Jr., Ph.D. Administrator – Marine Industry Authority (MARINA), Department of Transportation and Communications Republic of the Philippines

1300 ~ 1330 hrs: “The cornerstone of all success”: Leadership and Responsibility. Capt. Michael Wilson Chairman INTERTANKO Vetting Committee

1330 ~ 1400 hrs: “Always ready”: Preparation and the Inspector’s perspective. Mr. Alan Johnson - NYK Line, Dubai. Vice-Chairman INTERTANKO Vetting Committee

1400 ~ 1430 hrs: “Finishing strong”: The importance of ‘Closing meetings’. Capt. Steve Hardy - Interorient Marine Services Limited, Cyprus

======1430 ~ 1500 hrs: Coffee Break ======

1500 ~ 1530 hrs: “Closing the circle”: Feedback systems. Mr. Ajay Gour – INTERTANKO Chemicals & Vetting

1530 ~ 1600 hrs: Q&A Session – Conclusions & Open Debate Capt. Michael Wilson Chairman INTERTANKO Vetting Committee * * *

International Association of Independent Tanker Owners - FOR SAFE TRANSPORT, CLEANER SEAS AND FREE COMPETITION - Registration Form INTERTANKO - SEAFARERS Vetting Seminar Manila - 22 October 2014 (Attendance is Free of Charge) Please return this registration form marked for the attention of Adele Robinson, either by e-mail to [email protected] or by fax to +44 (0) 207 977 7011

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