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ALHAJI DR MAHAMADU BAWUMIA HON. DOMINIC ADUNA BINGAB NITIWUL VICE SETH AMOANA VICE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF MINISTER OF DEFENCE, GHANA CHIEF OF THE DEFENCE STAFF

MAJ GEN THOMAS OPPONG-PEPRAH REAR ADMIRAL ISSAH ADAM YAKUBU AVM FRANK HANSON CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF, GHANA CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF,

2nd International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference Sponsorship Prospectus 6 - 8 July 2021 Kempinski Gold Coast City, , Ghana imdecafrica.com Brought to you by EVENT OVERVIEW

The 2nd International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (IMDEC) 6- 8 July 2021 will feature the largest gathering of Africa’s maritime industry, as we host regional and international Chiefs of Naval Staff to address the principal issues facing maritime security on the continent. This biennial gathering will feature a notable two-day conference and exhibition in which the gathered regional Armed Forces and relevant stakeholders can deliberate the increasingly volatile maritime threats facing Africa’s territorial waters. The 2nd edition of IMDEC will also welcome greater participation from regional Air Forces, as the Ghana Air Force will be an official event partner to highlight the significance of air-maritime cooperation.

In-depth panel discussions, breakout sessions and extensive site visits to Ghana’s naval and air bases further highlight this celebration as the premier strategic gathering of Africa’s , Air Forces, Coast Guards, Port and Coastal Authorities, Marine Police and related Ministries. VVIP’S

Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo Rear Admiral Jean Mendoua Chief of Naval Staff, Nigeria Navy Chief of Naval Staff, Cameroon Navy

Rear Admiral Nguessan Rear Admiral Carlos Alfredo Rear Admiral Oumar Wade Kouame Chief of Naval Staff Mandungal Chief of Naval Chief of Naval Staff, Ivory Coast Navy Staff, Guinea Bissau Navy Senegalese Navy

Rear Admiral Mike Utley Rear Admiral Ben Reynolds UK Strike Director of Maritime Force, Headquarters, U.S. Navy 6th Fleet

Captain Pedro Santana Philip Juana Dr. Dieng Abdourahmane Commander of the Coast Commander, (Rtd Col) Guard, Cape Verde Sierra Leone Navy Head Regional Security Division, ECOWAS Commission EVENT IN NUMBERS 2019 2021 In Attendance Edition Edition

Attendees 300+ 300+

Countries 64 70+ Represented

Chiefs of Navy 8 10

Chiefs of Air Force 2 6

Speakers 25 30

Sponsors and 34 40 Exhibitors

Media Partners 29 35

Site Visit 1 2

Awards 11 15

Cocktail Reception 1 1

VIP Dinner 1 1 EVENT COCKTAIL RECEPTION

On July 7th we will host a cocktail reception FEATURES for all attendees of IMDEC in order to further facilitate networking amongst the event’s prominent stakeholders.

GALA DINNER

On July 6th we will host an exclusive dinner for only the VVIP attendees of IMDEC. This will include the gathered chiefs of naval and air staff as well as prominent dignitaries from Ghana’s Armed Forces and Political Leadership.

AWARDS CEREMONY

Awards will be presented during the events opening ceremony to the key VVIP’s in attendance for their participation and commitment to furthering regional cooperation and enhancing capabilities within the Gulf of Guinea.

SITE VISITS

These tours of Ghana’s Air and Naval bases will consist of in-depth walk throughs of the naval dockyard and air base as well as private vessel tours to further display the advanced capabilities of Ghana’s Naval and Air Force fleet. This is a key opportunity for solution providers to gain first-hand knowledge and share their product offerings. EVENT AGENDA DAY ONE: WEDNESDAY, 7 JULY 2021

Time Program

VVIP Executive Breakfast (Invite Only) 8:00 Attendees will discuss the desired outcomes of IMDEC and identify recommendations for improved joint-maritime security strategies.

Official Opening Ceremony

Arrival of VIPs Chief of Naval Staff, Ghana welcome remarks 10:00 Video- include Address by the Guest of Honour Official Welcome Remarks Ribbon cutting ceremony and VIP exhibition tour

Opening keynote speech:

Maritime Security and Trade: The Nexus Between a Secured Maritime Domain and a Developed 11:00 Blue Economy

Reserved: Rear Admiral Issah Yakubu, Chief of Naval Staff, Ghana Navy

Innovative plans to curb piracy on the Gulf of Guinea

• Identifying the efforts of each nation in eradicating piracy and evolving threats 11:15 • Incorporating the intelligence, expertise, and domain awareness of regional forces to better protect both maritime and land • Creating an effective road map for the coordination of multi- nation operations to overcome piracy

Assimilation of innovative techniques to adapt to future challenges

ISL will showcase its groundbreaking innovative thinking when it comes to implementing new 12:00 technologies and commercial solutions in the Maritime domain, to address future challenges and needs and maximize the added value

Oded Breier, VP marketing, Israel Shipyards

12:20 Presentation by VIP

12:40 Executive Panel Discussion: Yaoundé Architecture and Regional Cooperation DAY ONE: WEDNESDAY, 7 JULY 2021

Combatting Illegal Activity at Sea

Innovation session (2 vendors)

13:20 • This session will highlight the latest technologies in air and maritime security. The session consists of two, 15- minute, back-to-back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights on the successful application of a variety of innovations and case-studies

13:50 Networking Lunch

15:00 Keynote speeches by special guests

Executive Panel Discussion: Effect of COVID 19 on Maritime Security Operations and its implications on Maritime Trade

• Identifying the immediate requirements presented by COVID-19 for the regional militaries, 15:30 health/medical stakeholders, ports, and law enforcement • Developing the long- and short-term capacity building initiatives to better control regional waters • Involving a multi-stakeholder approach to achieve greater information sharing

Innovation session (1 vendors)

16:10 • This session will highlight the latest technologies in air and maritime security. The session consists of one, 15-minute, presentation from experts in the industry who will provide insights on the successful application of a variety of innovations and case-studies

16:25 Use of transit corridors to improve protection for shipping against piracy

16:55 Chairman closing remarks and End of Day 1

18:00 Cocktail Reception - 20:00 DAY TWO: THURSDAY, 8 JULY 2021

8:50 Chairman opening remarks

Opening keynote speech: Ghana Air Force 9.00 Reserved: Air Vice Marshal Frank Hanson, Chief of Air Staff, Ghana Air Force

Executive Panel Discussion: Strategies for addressing challenges to Maritime Air Operations in 9:15 the Gulf of Guinea

Innovation Session (2 vendors)

9:55 • This session will highlight the latest technologies in air and maritime security. The session consists of two, 15-minute, back-to-back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights on the successful application of a variety of innovations and case-studies

Executive Panel Discussion: Improving Maritime Domain Awareness Capabilities: The role of 10:25 drones and MPAs

Innovation Session (2 vendors)

11:05 • This session will highlight the latest technologies in air and maritime security. The session consists of two, 15-minute, back-to-back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights on the successful application of a variety of innovations and case-studies

11:25 Networking Break

(Vendor) Identifying the best partners for MRO facilities

• Determining the requirements for current and future equipment and the capabilities of local 12:00 personnel • Expanding the capacity of MRO facilities to meet future standards • Working with international and regional shipbuilders/ aircraft manufacturers and certifiers to improve optimization

Executive Panel Discussions: 12:20 The role of Civil Society, Academia and Maritime Administration in ensuring Maritime Security and Blue economy in the Gulf of Guinea

13:00 Ghana National Integrated Maritime Strategy: objectives desired outcomes and way forward

Official Summary and Recommendations: IMDEC 2021

13:30 • Moderated by the Event Chairman, this keynote closing panel will highlight the key takeaways and discussions of IMDEC, as well as list the most significant recommendations for improved maritime security within the Gulf of Guinea as determined by the event’s prominent experts.

Closing Ceremony 14:00 Closing Address by Seth Amoama, Chief of Defense Staff,

14:30 Networking Lunch ATTENDEE PROFILE

ORGANISATIONS JOB TITLES

Navies Chief of Naval Staff (CNS)

Air Forces Chief of Air Staff

Coast Guards Director of Naval/ Air Operations Maritime Police Director General or Ministries of Interior Managing Director

Ministries of Defence Director of Policy and Plans Drug and Law Enforcement Agencies Director of Naval Logistics

Ministries of Fisheries and Chief of Naval Safety and Aquaculture Standard

Maritime Authorities Director of Armament including Port and Supplies Coastal authorities Director, Fisheries Enforcement Unit SPONSORS & PARTNERS

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Who Should Exhibit & Sponsor?

Aircraft Manufacturers GIS and Navigation Ship Builder Long Range Acoustic Anti-Piracy Solutions Device Shipyards

Command and Control Marine Maintenance Simulation Equipment Missile System Surveillance and Communication and Monitoring Satellite Systems MRO Services Third-party Logistics (3PL) Craft and Rib OPV Manufacturer UAV and Counter UAV Drone Manufacturer Paint and Coating Weapons and Engine Manufacturer Radar Ammunition 2019 VVIP SPEAKERS AND GUESTS

Hon. Dominic Aduna Bingab Nitiwul General Obed Akwa Minister of Defence, Ghana Chief of Defence Staff Ghana Armed Forces

Major General William Ayamdo Rear Admiral Seth Amoama Air Vice Marshall Frank Hanson Chief of Army Staff Chief of Naval Staff Chief of Air Staff Ghana Army Ghana Navy Ghana Armed Forces

Admiral James Foggo Rear Admiral Momar Diagne Captain Albert Ezin Bado Commander, 6th Fleet U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Staff Senegal Navy Chief of Naval Staff Benin Navy

Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas Rear Admiral Nguessan Kouame Captain Loulla Mabicka Sosthene Chief of Naval Staff Nigeria Navy Chief Of Naval Staff Ivory Coast Chief of Naval Staff Gabon Navy Navy

Vice Admiral Jean-Louis Lozier Rear Admiral Ashraf Abdelgawad Captain Msafiri Mtalika Hamisi Commander, Chief for Atlantic Director, Naval Post Graduate Tanzania Navy Ocean French Nav Institute , Egypt Navy

Vice Admiral Kuyandi Hemedy Captain Kossi Mayo Captain Fatou Jaiteh Baldeh Deputy Chief of Naval Staff Chief of Staff Togo Navy Gambia Navy Democratic Republic Congo

Vice Admiral Jose Augusto Vieira Captain Pedro Santana Rear Admiral Koi Alexis Maomou Da Cunha De Menezes Commander of the Coast Guard Chief of Staff Guinea Navy Brazil Navy Cape Verde

Major General Moundhey G Ali Commander, Special Forces Nigeria Army SPONSOR TESTIMONIALS

IMDEC has been a fantastic show, we had a very good opportunity. First of all, to celebrate Ghana’s 60 years anniversary. It was an honour for us to participate in such an honourable event. We’ve come with all our force and we’re hoping to come again very soon.

– Barak Lafar, Marketing Director, Israel Shipyards

It’s our first time here in Africa, and it’s a good opportunity for us, first to discover the country and the culture. We got the opportunity to meet many companies that we have never met before, and we’ve got big support from the Ghana Navy and Ghana Authorities we are happy and pleased and wish to come again.

- Ahmed Ail Al Shehhi, Deputy Chairman, Marketing, International Golden Group

This is the first time we’ve attended IMDEC, I think it’s very well and professionally organised event. The kind of personal attention we got from people, especially I would like to mention Ankit, those who continuously followed-up. They were instrumental in setting up some of the connection meetings with various defence staff officials including the chief of staff in Ghana. Glad and looking forward to be part of this important event probably next year as well, somewhere in some other part of Africa.

- Dharmendra Singh, Associate Vice President, Hughes Systems Networks

IMDEC has been fantastic, it’s a good time for us to step into the African esteemed continent. It’s very organised and professional and very well connected to the delegates. IMDEC 2019 is a good event and it’s our first time here and we appreciate the effort of the organisers and the Ghana Navy.

- CEO, Marsun Shipyards CONTACT US

Speaking Opportunities Khalila Baldwin Conference Director +971 56 403 6922 [email protected]

Sponsorship Inquiries Bencily Thomas Head of Sponsorship +971 4 568 7800 [email protected]

Marketing Inquires Liam Varnai-Clarke Marketing & Communication Director +971 52 168 1501 [email protected]