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Many thanks to the member companies, the French Navy and the Armateurs de crew for their valuable contributions.

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Arnaud Bouissou - Terra CONTENTS Assemblée nationale - 2020 Augustin Vandenhove - Louis Dreyfus Armateurs CONTENTS Boireau Bourbon Brittany Ferries - M. Mochet B. Deroche 6 18 38 CMA CGM Joint interview Environment: Armateurs de France at a glance Dock90 Jean-Marc Roué, President of Armateurs de France, from necessity to priority Franck Dunouau and Jean-Marc Lacave, Managing Director 40 Getty images - Jason Edwards of Armateurs de France, take a step back and discuss 24 Meet the crew IFAW - Vanessa Mignon the current and future challenges of shipping. Ilago Consolidating the competitivity of shipping La Méridionale 10 42 Louis Dreyfus Armateurs The merchant shipping fleet flying Marfret A look back on 2019 28 the French flag Marine Nationale A reminder of the year’s highlights in pictures. Social dialogue: Maxime Pontoire OMI all hands on deck at Armateurs de France! 43 Orange Marine The members of Armateurs de France Philippe Bauduin 32 Philippe Plisson Safety and security: Ponant - Nicolas Matheus total determination Ponant - Olivier Anrigo Ponant - Philip Plisson Soazig de la Moissonnière - Présidence de la République S. Lesbats Thierry Sommer TOWT.eu - H&T architecture navale Worldrise

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In a world in which maritime transport accounts for 90% of worldwide cargo transportation, Armateurs de France has all hands on deck to promote an increasingly responsible and aware shipping industry. Here are a few examples.

Saint-Pierre, Société de Transports Fluvio-Maritimes de l’Ouest

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DRIVING THE How is the French flag doing? So let’s talk about the Global Sulphur Cap 2020. TRANSFORMATION JEAN-MARC ROUÉ The merchant fleet operating under What are the consequences for shipowners? the French flag has the wind in its sails and the J.-M. R. Let us first remind ourselves that this regula- short sea segment is particularly buoyant. Fur- tion, adopted by the International Maritime OF THEIR INDUSTRY thermore, this year we have seen several flag Organisation (IMO) in 2016 and which came into With determination, conviction and creativity, French shipowners transfers by vessels previously operating under force on 1 January 2020, is a major, and even the British flag, such as at CMA CGM for instance. historic, step in the fight against pollution. It are committed to building a responsible industry capable of rising In all, more than 20 vessels have joined the ranks imposes a drastic reduction on the sulphur oxide to its economic, environmental and social challenges now and of the French fleet. The French flag is renowned emissions of vessels all over the world: the limit in the future. In a supporting role, Armateurs de France works all over the world for its excellence, notably in for sulphur content in marine fuels is divided by to defend the competitivity of the nation’s shipping. Jean-Marc Roué terms of safety and security, but also for its envi- seven. Whilst welcoming this ambitious meas- ronmental merits. ure, Armateurs de France had, at the time, and Jean-Marc Lacave, respectively President and Managing voiced its concern about the obstacles that JEAN-MARC LACAVE We can add that French know-how Director of Armateurs de France, offer their thoughts on the state owes much to the quality of basic education and needed to be overcome for shipping firms to be of play and the challenges that lie ahead. training for seafarers. able to fully comply with the requirements of the Global Sulphur Cap. And while they anticipated Are you referring to the ENSM? difficulties ahead, shipowners continued to show 1 LINE BLUE THE DRAWING J.-M. L. The ENSM (French Maritime Academy) is a willingness to rise to the challenge and be indeed a high level institution. It prepares future ready on day one. Unfortunately, three months officers for the challenges of modern shipping: into its application, the fears we raised have new technology, cyber security, sustainable proven to be justified. development, etc. Armateurs de France maintains very close relations with the ENSM to promote Specifically? the recruitment of future seafarers by its members. J.-M. R. Problems have arisen in terms of the availa-

DRAWING THE BLUE LINE Because this profession is always in demand: bility, quality and cost of compliant fuel. Indeed, officers find a permanent employment contract despite the entry into force of the regulation, inside two months! Jobs in the merchant navy very-low sulphur fuel oil is still hard to get. And remain attractive, we are seeing an increasing it costs twice as much as the usual heavy fuel oil number of French sailors taking training and with, as a result, a substantial financial impact on joining ships’ crews. This is a positive and shipowners. As for the alternative consisting of encouraging sign. mixing fuels, this has a potential downside due Jean-Marc Lacave to different densities and the risk of separation and Jean-Marc Roué How is 2020 looking in terms of business? inside the storage tanks. And, over and above J.-M. R. Worldwide economic forecasts are not very the difficulty in complying with regulations, upbeat for 2020. As it is a global industry, shipping mixes could affect the smooth operation of will simply go with the flow. And the coronavirus engines.

outbreak is not likely to improve the outlook. While J.-M. L. This regulation has an impact on the strate- the economic impact is currently hard to assess gies of firms which, depending on their market with accuracy, it is nevertheless evident that ship- segment, cannot pass on these additional costs ping has already been affected. This is a subject to their customers. The competitivity of shipping of major concern, particularly if the situation were is at risk - and yet the goal of the regulation was to continue for a long time. We also met with other to promote this means of transport which is the headwinds at the beginning of the year. I could most efficient per tonne transported. mention the Chinese New Year which has had a downward influence. On certain operational aspects, the entry into force of the Global Sulphur Cap 2020 has brought economic distortion to the competitivity of shipping.

1 École Nationale Supérieure Maritime

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Where do you see shipping in 2050? J.-M. R. I am optimistic and confident about the future. Economic cycles will accelerate but, thanks to their disciplined management, their values and their mindsets, our French shipping companies are well equipped to weather the storm. Our pro- fession is not a passive one: it constantly inno- vates and takes risks and initiatives. It is respon- sible and constructive; it shows the way forward. Through the intermediary of Armateurs de France, it has the trust and consideration of French officials to whom we ‘tell it like it is’. Thanks to our expertise and our proactive atti- tude, we manage to steer things in the direction and interests of the profession, even on a Euro- pean and international level. The European Union is legitimately pursuing its ambitions on the decarbonisation of shipping. For example, it is LINE BLUE THE DRAWING considering extending the European emissions What are shipowners doing to reduce their carbon "ON THE ROAD TO trading system (ETS) to the shipping sector. But footprint? DECARBONISATION, legislating on this scale would be an error, J.-M. R. To achieve decarbonisation, shipowners are because shipping is an activity which by nature displaying a proactive and creative approach. FRENCH SHIPOWNERS ARE is global and therefore exposed to international They invent and deploy an array of innovative DISPLAYING ACKNOWLEDGED competition. More globally, constant dialogue solutions such as liquefied natural gas (LNG),

DRAWING THE BLUE LINE AND REMARKABLE DYNAMISM." with all stakeholders (institutional bodies, politi- wind-assisted propulsion or ship-to-shore power JEAN-MARC ROUÉ cians, NGOs, manufacturers, energy providers) is connections which can be used by part of the the key to success. merchant navy. In 2018 and 2019, I strongly cam- paigned for a reduction in the speed of dry and How can the energy and ecology transformation J.-M. L. It is evident that we cannot meet the challenge liquid cargo ships which make up nearly two be financed? of the ecology and energy transition alone. Everyone must play their part at an international thirds of the global fleet. Reducing speed has a J.-M. R. This, naturally, is a question of critical impor- direct and substantial effect on fuel consumption: tance to our members. Converting to greener level to co-construct the responsible and decar- a bulk carrier which for example reduces its energy methods requires substantial investment. bonised shipping of the future. While a first mile- speed from 12 to 11 knots can reduce its consump- A few investment support tools do exist. I could stone has been reached with sulphur compound tion by 18%, and even by 30% if it travels at 10 mention, for example, the additional tax depreci- emissions, the road ahead is still long. Not to knots. This measure, which can rapidly yield ation scheme for vessels operating on alternative mention our human capital, course. Our growth "THE AMBITION OF ARMATEURS results, was taken up by the Government, and must be based on the three pillars of sustainable energy sources (hydrogen or LNG for example). DE FRANCE IS TO SUPPORT France brought it before the IMO. However, they are not enough to make up for the development: economic, environmental and social. These furthermore are the foundations of THE EXCELLENCE AND YOUTH J.-M. L. Environmental issues are at the heart of our financial effort made by shipowners. our Blue Charter, which we revisited last year and concerns, but it is essential that all stakeholders In parallel, we have observed banks beginning OF THE FRENCH FLEET, J.-M. L. was signed enthusiastically by French shipown- are in sync. In this respect, Armateurs de France to take prudential measures. The decarbonisation ers. Armateurs de France remains at the helm to THE COMPETITIVITY OF FIRMS is lobbying for port infrastructure to be converted: of a fleet can only happen step by step and it is support them in meeting the challenges they face AND THE KNOW-HOW OF THE LNG bunkering, ship-to-shore connections, mul- dependent on the technologies available on the today and in the future. WOMEN AND MEN WHO SERVE timodal platforms, etc. market. We still need to be able to explain this and reassure our bankers who, in turn, need to THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY." become more flexible to support and secure the JEAN-MARC LACAVE conversion of the fleet.

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10 APRIL Blue Charter Trophy On the occasion of its annual dinner held at Pavillon Gabriel in Paris, Armateurs de France awards the 2019 Blue Charter Trophy to La Méridionale. The award acknowledges A LOOK BACK ON two pioneering experiments: its liquefied natural gas-fuelled ship-to-shore power 2019 connection and its particulate filter (see page 23).

15-17 FEBRUARY Salon de l’étudiant As a partner of the French Maritime Academy ENSM, 13-17 MAY Armateurs de France IMO Marine Environment invites officers to Paris Protection Committee to answer questions One year after the from young people. adoption of the strategy Aim of the game: to reduce greenhouse gas generate new shipping emissions from ships, its vocations! mode of implementation is on the agenda. Armateurs de France is a member of the French delegation attending this th

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14-19 FEBRUARY Raising awareness of underwater noise pollution As part of a social media campaign, Armateurs de France is interviewed by the International Fund for Animal Welfare 23 MAY DRAWING THE BLUE LINE (IFAW) to set out the sector’s vision on this issue. Assets, developments and prospects Two weeks previously, the organisation took part for the French flag in a technical workshop on the same subject at the Nearly 15 years after its creation, the time has International Maritime Organisation. come to take stock of the progress made possible by the French Flag Register. Armateurs de France and the law firm GIDE organise a colloquium dedicated to the subject in Paris.

9 APRIL Shipping Day Richard Ferrand, the President of the National Assembly, welcomes the shipping community to his official residence, the Hôtel de Lassay, for Armateurs de France’s annual 29 JUNE – 10 JULY gathering. This second The sea, size XXL edition is devoted Armateurs de France jumps aboard the first edition to environmental initiatives of La Mer XXL, an extraordinary sea-themed exhibition organised in the sector in response in Nantes. On the programme: the launch of the app @Port to public health and which federates all the stakeholders involved in the port climate issues. ecosystem, and a live ‘pitch’ in front of the general public with its partners from the Ocean & Climate Platform.

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3 JULY 1-2 OCTOBER Vocational training talk Blue Med Days Armateurs de France invites Armateurs de France and several of its OPCO Mobilités to answer members take to the stage at this first shipowners’ questions on its symposium launched by the Pôle Mer new missions and new Méditerranée. They share their visions and funding and reimbursement projects to meet the challenges of transitions arrangements. in digital technology and energy in the sector.

23 JULY 5 NOVEMBER SAILS Charter Parliamentary breakfast in Paris Launch of the Armateurs de France invites SAILS Charter members of parliament and (Sustainable shipowners to come together to Actions for Innova- examine solutions and tools for a tive and Low- French fleet at the cutting edge of impact Shipping), environmental innovation, with at the Ministry for journalists joining the proceedings the Ecological and at the end. Inclusive Transi- tion, in the presence of LINE BLUE THE DRAWING Minister Élisabeth Borne and Minister of State Brune Poirson.

23-24 AUGUST DRAWING THE BLUE LINE Three highlights on the fringe of the G7 summit Armateurs de France and the fleet will not use the Northern Foundation Europe, Armateurs first signatories of the SAILS Sea Route. The speed reduction de France takes part in the Charter have an appointment measure, supported by ‘Ocean Pavilion’, a collective at the Elysée Palace to present Armateurs de France, is the first mobilisation seeking to make their environmental initiatives environmental measure the ocean and its preservation to the French President. presented by Emmanuel Macron an integral part of international Rodolphe Saadé, Chief Executive in his declaration prior to the G7 negotiations. Officer of CMA CGM, makes an summit. And in Biarritz, invited important announcement: his by its partner Surfrider 18-19 NOVEMBER The future of international ocean governance Armateurs de France speaks at the 2nd High Seas International Conference in Boulogne-sur-Mer. An opportunity to discuss the role of economic actors in the protection of biodiversity.

27 NOVEMBER Navy and shipowner gathering Private sector firms and military officials consolidate their collaboration in shipping safety and security at the Maritime Information Cooperation & Awareness Center, in Brest.

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2-13 DECEMBER COP 25 Armateurs de France is invited to speak during the promotion of the Niulakita High Ambition Declaration on Shipping by French Minister Élisabeth Borne. An opportunity to share its vision as a member of an expert panel on the participation of the shipping sector in the global effort in aid of the climate.

3-4 DECEMBER Sea Economy Summit (Assises de l’Économie de la Mer) The highlight of the 2019 edition 2 DECEMBER “With this charter, shipowners acknowledge is the attendance of the President Signature of the new Blue Charter their social and environmental of the French Republic. Emmanuel On the eve of the Assises de l’Économie responsibilities and strive to live Macron speaks again of possibility LINE BLUE THE DRAWING de la Mer (Sea Summit), the senior up to them honourably. Working conditions, of opening a way “to reconcile executives of Armateurs de France’s quality of life aboard and ashore ecology and the economy,” paying members convene and sign their new Blue and training are all critical subjects tribute to the commitment and Charter for responsible and environmentally for shipping companies that Armateurs efforts of the French shipping friendly shipping. Created in 2003, de France intends to preserve and defend. sector, in particular the choice the Armateurs de France Blue Charter Our rewritten Blue Charter, reflecting of LNG propulsion, measures to is the basis of their commitments today’s environmental challenges, restrict bulk carrier speeds and DRAWING THE BLUE LINE to environmental protection is an illustration of our dynamism progress on wind-assisted propulsion. and social responsibility. and intent. French shipowners At this major event for the Blue are the key actors in sustainable, In 2019, French shipowners decided Economy, the coalition for the responsible and proactive shipping, to revisit it in three chapters: ‘ecological and energy transition founded on technological innovation. “1. Placing people at the heart of shipping’ is signed by its new Our industry continuously demonstrates of our concerns; 2. Acting to protect members, among them Armateurs its ability to promote the transition the environment; 3. Maintaining de France. to a low carbon economy, a crucial issue the highest levels of safety;” for the future of our sector and, more thus reinforcing their actions towards importantly, for our planet. Armateurs all shipping company employees. de France is historically committed On environmental issues, French to a Blue Economy that cares for the shipping players develop a participative environment and people, and we will and concerted approach with public continue to spearhead this battle.” 12 DECEMBER and private sector figures. They carry AFHYPAC colloquium out their actions in favour of Jean-Marc Roué, To conclude a year of work with the French Association environmental protection and public President of Armateurs de France for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Batteries (AFHYPAC) which health, staying closely attuned resulted in the formulation of a Commitment for Green to technological progress. Growth in favour of maritime and waterway mobility, Armateurs de France takes to the stage during a morning of talks. This commitment will be signed in 2020 between the French Government and the relevant organisations. Armateurs de France will be there!

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From environmental protection and vessel safety and security to shipping competitivity and social dialogue, Armateurs de France is hard at work every day to reconcile economy with ecology. Here’s a look back on an eventful 2019.

Wind of Change, Louis Dreyfus Armateurs

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wenty-three years after the Areas, the establishment of the bio- Kyoto protocol and four diversity strategy announced as part years after COP 21, the envi- of the European Green Deal, the Tronment emergency has become a hosting of the IUCN1 World Conser- universal preoccupation. In parallel vation Congress, and the finalisation with the implementation of the of the new United Nations treaty on “France is a leading voice Global Sulphur Cap 2020 (see inter- the conservation and sustainable at the IMO on the issue view on page 6), shipowners must use of marine biological diversity of of greenhouse gases. We meet find solutions to fight global warming areas beyond national jurisdiction very regularly with the French and meet the targets set by the Inter- (referred to as the ‘BBNJ’2 process). administration to share expertise, national Maritime Organisation (IMO) represent our companies and in 2018: reduce vessels’ greenhouse make our positions known. gas emissions by at least 40% by Voicing the views We consequently supported 2030 (in tonnes per kilometre) and of member companies the French submission to the IMO cut the total volume of emissions by To advance collectively on these on the reduction of vessel speed. at least 50% by 2050 compared with themes, Armateurs de France brings Today, we are working on 2008, also continuing efforts to together experts from its member a goal-oriented approach which decarbonise maritime transport. companies in its environment steer- has been well received by this ing committee held several times a FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING body. However we choose to do While it remains a priority to deal year. Issues such as the Global Sul- it, we must aim to reach our goal: with these challenges, shipowners phur Cap 2020, the planned ECA3 Canopée, the future cargo ship reduce the carbon emissions must also consider the effects of for the Mediterranean Sea, reducing by Jifmar and Zéphyr & Borée of vessels.” their activities on biodiversity. carbon emissions and underwater Nelly Grassin, Indeed, in his speech at the Assises noise all featured at the centre of dis- Head of environment, de l’Économie de la Mer (Sea Sum- cussions in 2019. New theme-based safety and security mit) in December 2019, the French workshops were also created. To at Armateurs de France President emphasised this point on further develop work on decarbon- several occasions. 2020 is set to be isation, the organisation meets with ENVIRONMENT a crucial year in this respect, with key specialists in hydrogen or wind assis-

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2.8% 50% 0 of overall greenhouse gas reduction in GHG emissions plastic waste allowed to be emissions come from targeted between 2008 disposed of in the sea

shipping and 2050 by the IMO by vessels 1 International Union for Conservation of Nature 2 Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction 3 Emission Control Area

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Wind of Change, 2019/2020: an active presence Louis Dreyfus Armateurs in international organisations

Reducing CO2 emissions 2— Within the French is a priority for French representation to the IMO, shipowners. Armateurs Armateurs de France, with de France is involved the support of its members, in various bodies to has been working closely represent the interests with the Maritime Affairs of its members and find Department of the French the best compromise Ministry for the Ecological to reduce emissions, and Inclusive Transition in accordance with on the French submission the IMO’s strategy. aiming to reduce CO2 emissions which was made in March 2020. 1— Armateurs de France The expertise of conveys its positions to shipowners is essential in the ICS which sits on defining a measure which the IMO. International will be applied to all the shipping must speak with vessels in the world. “Bunkering alternative fuels, a single and ambitious The organisation wishes voice whilst protecting providing shoreside electricity for it to be effective, the interests of the FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING for vessels at berth or increasing measurable and verifiable. industry. To reduce carbon the competitivity of modal shift emissions, ICS is notably 3— In the ECSA, Another mission of the committee is face (see page 14). The transition to However, they cannot win the decarbonisation are all substantial technical and working on measures Armateurs de France backs financial challenges for shipowners. to define the stances and orientations a low carbon economy is clearly battle alone. It is essential to act today to create to be implemented before the influence of the These issues must be strongly that Armateurs de France should underway. Without delay, shipowners the supply chains of the future that can produce 2023 and on the creation European Union in the IMO to promote ambitious reiterated and bring about the advocate in the various debates taking are already deploying the solutions green fuel and support maritime innovation.” of an R&D fund 4 decarbonisation policies emergence of effective solutions place in European (ECSA ) and available (see box on page 22/23). (see box on page 26). international (ICS5) trade bodies. However, the real challenge is to make In spring 2019, Armateurs de France made an whilst ensuring the for all port users. implementation of measures Armateurs de France is also the the shift, starting now, towards disrup- active contribution to the working group on This is a message that we conveyed with global scope, during talks on the national port mouthpiece for French shipowners tive solutions that are low-carbon the energy and ecological transition in French in contrast to regional strategy, on the occasion of in the French delegation at the IMO from well-to-wake. It is acknowledged ports, launched as part of the French national scope which would

WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE the Interministerial Marine Affairs and always takes part in strategic that there will not be just one solution, port strategy. The organisation confirmed in generate competitive 6 Committee and during committees (MEPC ) and technical but several solutions, each suited to particular that the ‘greening’ of maritime distortion. 7 parliamentary hearings on port subcommittees (PPR ) dealing with different maritime uses: hydrogen, transport is a matter for the entire port eco- competitivity.” environmental matters. The organ- synthetic fuel, wind assistance or system and that shipowners need ports to isation thus brings its expertise to batteries. In this perspective, Arma- succeed in this transition. The challenges Flore Noirot-Ray, the table, conducts monitoring and teurs de France acts within its eco- ahead are wide and varied: the development Head of economics affairs, plays its part in shaping the regula- system to ensure that progress is of a new supply chain for alternative fuels multimodality and ports tion of the shipping of the future. made on all subjects, and strives to (sulphur-free fuel, LNG, biofuels, etc.); fitting at Armateurs de France Reiterating the diversity of sectors, facilitate dialogue between ship- quaysides with infrastructure to enable ship-to- being proactive and limiting owners and technology providers who shore power (terminals connecting to the regional measures are its ambitions! offer solutions suited to maritime national grid or connections to an LNG- transport. In the words of Jean-Marc fuelled power generator); improving the effi- Roué, president of Armateurs de ciency and fluidity of multimodal platforms Shipowners making a stand France and its environment steering to facilitate the transshipment of goods from In 2019, shipowners decided to committee, “French shipowners are vessels to barges or trains in order to accel- update the Armateurs de France Blue pioneers in the environmental field: erate modal shift from road to river and rail Mega Express Three, Corsica Ferries Charter to formalise their individual always prepared to implement and (see quote from Flore Noirot-Ray opposite). and collective commitments, on a promote the most recent solutions level with the new challenges they to protect the planet and mankind.

4 European Community Shipowners’ Associations 5 International Chamber of Shipping 6 Marine Environment Protection Committee 7 Pollution Prevention and Response

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Turning to biodiversity mammals in the Mediterranean Sea. IMO, whose mandate and expertise Seafarers are especially keen to protect their Pierre de Fermat, Armateurs de France and certain are already acknowledged. Orange Marine environment. Mitigating the risk of collision companies are also active on the with cetaceans and reducing underwater noise issues of underwater noise, taking The maritime sector represents pollution and the transfer of invasive species part in national and international accounts for 90% of goods trans- are just a few of the challenges that the mari- expert communities or contributing ported in the world. While it is the least time community is increasingly building into to research and experimentation polluting mode of transport per tonne its environmental policies to reconcile its activ- projects in various parts of the world. carried, shipowners are more com- ities with the conservation of biodiversity. mitted to the transition than ever Armateurs de France seeks to promote the Another noteworthy subject: the and have set their sights on decar- “We are strong believers in the virtues of multi-player sometimes unacknowledged initiatives of negotiations surrounding BBNJ, the bonisation whilst also considering dialogue to make progress on environmental questions. shipowners in this area. During a parliamen- planned international agreement biodiversity issues. These challenges This is why Armateurs de France sits on the Executive tary hearing on plastic marine pollution in Sep- for the conservation of biodiversity cannot be addressed alone: Armateurs Board of the Ocean & Climate Platform, a coalition of tember 2019, the organisation thus referenced on the high seas. Armateurs de de France will continue to restate this more than 80 members engaged in climate issues from the legal ban on plastic waste that applies to France provides negotiators with its fact and focus upon the strength of the perspective of oceans and biodiversity. all vessels worldwide and paid tribute to the insight on the potential effects of collective action. The work conducted in 2019 on the Platform’s new proactive work of French shipowners on the the future agreement on shipping. policy recommendations, published on the occasion matter, who deal with the issue at source by Alongside the ICS, a stakeholder in WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING of COP 25, illustrates the extent to which interactions phasing out the use of plastic on board. the process on an international level, with the scientific world and NGOs can help to advance Armateurs de France remains atten- together and efficiently.” In 2019, Armateurs de France furthermore tive to ensuring that the marine Cécile Rafat, entered into dialogue with WWF8 and the environment protection measures Legal adviser and environment and communications French administration in the aim of further wished for by the industry continue to officer at Armateurs de France reducing the risk of collision with marine be negotiated and supervised by the

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Wind-assisted propulsion Particulate filters An increasing number of shipbuilding La Méridionale has tested an innovative and projects use wind power either as their main secure particulate filter on its flagshipPiana . form of propulsion or to assist another form The trial has proven successful, with the of propulsion (diesel, LNG, electricity). definitive results released at the end of 2019 With this renewable and free energy, showing sulphur oxide reduction compliant wind assistance does not in itself generate with the lowest MARPOL limit any emissions at all. (0.1% SOx content) when using HSFO*, and the elimination of 99.9% of ultra-fine particles in both number and mass.

Liquefied natural gas (LNG)

This fuel which is key to the transition Ship-to-shore power connection to a low carbon economy is a major response Particulate filter Sodium to public health issues. It reduces, or even By powering a vessel with a source of energy bicarbonate eliminates, pollutant emissions. It also reduces Engines based other than that of its engines during port reagent greenhouse gas emissions by 8 to 20%. stops, the solution eradicates most pollutants In June 2019, 318 vessels worldwide ran Residue Particles and greenhouse gas emissions, as well (fully recycled) on LNG. as noise pollution in ports. Sulphur oxides

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efining an effective and tan- purchases or engine replacements gible strategy for a policy to to accelerate their shift towards eco- support and develop the friendly practices, adopted the pre- Dmerchant shipping fleet and its com- vious year following a lengthy process petitivity: such was Armateurs de in which Armateurs de France played France’s priority in 2019 in their con- a substantial role, constituted a posi- “Our continuous actions ahead tacts with French political and insti- tive signal. of the parliamentary debate around tutional counterparts, in particular the Framework Act on Mobility during preparations for the Inter- The parliamentary debate at the end have helped to add to, simplify ministerial Marine Affairs Committee of 2019 endorsed several modifica- and improve the legislative content, and the reading of the 2020 Finance tions aiming to make the measures in matters relating to both social Bill. With this aim in mind, the organi- compatible with European law and and environmental measures sation persistently reiterated its view fully operational. For example, the and to the safety and security that it was of crucial interest to mar- amount of additional tax deprecia- of vessels. This is a source of itime transport and service firms tion applicable to vessel purchases considerable satisfaction, since that fleet support measures (exemp- will finally equate to a large propor- the Government’s Bill initially only tion from social contributions, tonnage tion of the difference between the included very few measures tax and tax breaks for the acquisition respective values of vessels using relating to shipping. of vessels) be perpetuated over the conventional propulsion and the FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING Looking forward to the work on long term. These tools are essential same vessels using less polluting pro- ministerial orders, Armateurs de Bretagne, and vital for the competitivity of pulsion modes. Another legislative Brittany Ferries France intends to remain an active French shipowners, fostering inno- success was the inclusion in the and watchful partner of the vation and a proactive approach 2020 Finance Bill of a reduced rate Government to develop the French from shipowners, specifically in the on an electricity tax (TICPE), appli- flag and French jobs in shipping.” environmental field. cable to berthed vessels. This neces- Laurène Niamba, Accordingly, the entry into force on sary and welcome encouragement Head of legal and tax affairs 1 January 2020 of additional tax should lead port authorities to CONSOLIDATING at Armateurs de France depreciation measures for vessel invest in electricity power supply WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE THE COMPETITIVITY OF SHIPPING On subjects of nationwide and international reach such as the Green Deal, tax legislation and Brexit,

the experts at Armateurs de France remain at The Soléal, Ponant the helm to defend and reinforce the competitivity of French shipowners and their sector.

125% 41 65 million The amount of additional tax The number of maritime tonnes of freight depreciation for the purchase measures finally adopted and 15 million passengers of cargo or passenger vessels in chapter 2 “Improving on average pass through which use hydrogen or any the competitivity of maritime French ports on their way other carbon-free propulsion and waterway transport” to the in the Framework Act each year on Mobility

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terminals. system (ETS). Armateurs de France in the very near future. The organisation is ensuring that the Com- Armateurs de France also represents drew the attention of European and mission builds into its thinking a series of parameters compatible with international institutions to the con- environmental transition solutions to which shipowners have access. “In 2019, the European institutions and defends the interests of its mem- bers in more extensive scopes, such sequences for the sector of a system were renewed. The Commission Three questions to as in the ‘Framework Act on Mobility’, whose mechanisms are unsuited to Maintaining measures specific to the maritime sector is also a major and Parliament built a shared Gildas Maire, adopted in December 2019 after the very nature of the vast majority issue. Mission accomplished in 2019 for the tonnage tax scheme vision based on a ‘Green Deal’, Chairman of the Economy/Tax more than two years of preparation. of European shipping operations. and, more generally, guiding principles with respect to state aid. the cornerstone of legislative Committee at Armateurs Armateurs de France and the ECSA Without forgetting the renewal, up until 2024 and in unchanged proposals to come. In June 2021, Involved in all the consultation meet- are also working in parallel on raising conditions, of the provisions of the category-based exemption de France and Chief Executive two prominent legislative draft ings and parliamentary hearings awareness among MEPs and the rules for container ships. Officer at Louis Dreyfus Armateurs proposals will be announced: relating to the maritime strand of the European Commission, and support the revision of the ETS Directive Bill, the experts at Armateurs de France In what way is the question of finance the submission of the ICS proposing crucial for Armateurs de France? and the revision of the Energy verified that the proposed measures the introduction of an ambitious What next after Brexit? Taxation Directive, which may fulfilled the needs of maritime compa- To develop internationally, maritime research and development fund for Finally, 2019 saw the conclusion of the Withdrawal Agreement jeopardise the tax exemption nies as far as possible and, in so doing, transport needs sufficient and affordable the maritime sector (see Accelerat- marking the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union. on bunker fuel. It is therefore contributed to several noteworthy financing, but it is currently faced with ing R&D below). At the very least, Armateurs de France contributed to the discussions of the ECSA’s important to keep an eye improvements in the Bill (see quote a reduction in bank lending and an increase Armateurs de France wishes to prevent task force and, on behalf of the sector, led the talks with the French in its cost. The Economy/Tax Committee on these matters to ensure from Laurène Niamba on page 25). any form of competitive distortion to Prime Minister’s administration to convey the concerns of shipowners thus proposes concrete solutions

that they take sufficient account FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING maintain the competitivity of its and minimise the effect of Brexit on their activities. Armateurs de to encourage the modernisation of the fleet. of our sector.” Decarbonising - but how? member companies, and therefore is France also engaged in dialogue with the French Ministry of Economy Mathilde Prete Capasso Torre, What is your view of the changes that are In another field, Armateurs de France opposed to any regionally-focussed and Finance to play a key role in the negotiation of the future Head of European affairs being planned on an international level? is an active contributor to ongoing measures (see quote from Mathilde relationship with the United Kingdom. at Armateurs de France work in environmental policy and tax Prete Capasso Torre left). Because Brexit also provides an opportunity to sign new contracts! It is essential that the initiatives undertaken both by the European regulator and measures relating to the ‘Green Deal’ Armateurs de France will seek to ensure that the negotiations of the future trade agreement and the European Union’s industrial by banks, as illustrated by the Poseidon which aims to convert European Environmental tax measures are also 1 strategy deliver market conditions that are as close as possible to Principles , lead to competitive solutions industry to decarbonisation through at the heart of the current work of and fair rules of play. the status quo and in no way allow competitive distortion on the the adoption of appropriate transition Armateurs de France with the EU solutions. For the first time, the mari- taxonomy, whose entry into force is Union’s doorstep (see quote from Jean-Claude Charlo below). What areas of vigilance have you identified? time sector could be included in the likely to affect the conditions applied Two matters will be receiving special WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE European Union emissions trading to borrowings from major institutions attention: the implementation of stricter prudential standards for banks under the application of Basel IV, and the European Accelerating R&D Commission’s threat to bunker fuel tax exemption in Europe. December 2019: accelerating R&D is necessary to reduce vessel carbon emissions. This is why international shipowner associations submitted a proposal to the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) to implement an R&D fund, “While Brexit has led to a quite unprecedented situation, financed by international shipping DFDS Seaways is approaching this new chapter with confidence, through a mandatory contribution in particular thanks to the support it receives from Armateurs of US$2 per tonne of fuel purchased, de France. The organisation was a strong advocate for cross- and overseen by the IMO member channel firms during the no-deal anticipation period, and states. The proceeds would amount it will continue to stand up for the sector’s stakeholders to approximately US$5 billion during the upcoming trade negotiations.” over 10 years which would be invested in plans to decarbonise Jean-Claude Charlo, maritime transport. Managing Director, DFDS Seaways The Esturial, Genavir

1 A voluntary initiative launched in June 2019 setting up a standardised framework to assess the climate alignment of shipping financing portfolios in comparison with the emission reduction trajectory established by the IMO

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Kincardine Offshore windfarm in Scotland, Bourbon

n 31 May 2019, the Government a letter sent by the Minister of State kicked off its retirement for Transport, Jean-Baptiste Djebbari, scheme reform, with the launch and the Minister of State for Pensions, Oof a vast consultation process con- Laurent Pietraszewski. The ENIM ducted among citizens and social (Établissement National des Invalides partners. The aim of this wide-rang- de la Marine) is thus maintained as ing reform is to introduce a universal the body managing the pensions points-based retirement system, and welfare scheme for seafarers. thereby bringing an end to the mul- The universal retirement system will tiple special regimes in existence. furthermore only apply to people Armateurs de France took up the born on or after 1st January 1987. issue from its inception and sought Seafarers who have reached the age to defend the specificities of the of 55 may, on completion of a cumu- special regime seafarers’ in its dis- lative period of 15 years, benefit from cussions with the authorities. Since their pension eligibility. Finally, con- the end of 2019, the organisation has tribution rates will be harmonised continually participated in pensions with those of the universal system to reform negotiations on behalf of the ensure that seafarers have the same shipping sector. rights as the rest of the French popu- FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING lation. The current employee contri- bution rate (10.85%) would thus rise The main principles to 11.25%. The current employers’ of the universal system contribution (ranging from 1.6% to As a result of work conducted jointly 19.3%) would also converge towards

XXX with social partners and the adminis- that of all employers (16.87%). These tration, certain justified specificities increases will happen gradually over of the seafarer regime have been time and will be compensated for by SOCIAL DIALOGUE conserved. These were reiterated in the Government. WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE ALL HANDS ON DECK AT Judiciously negotiating the vocational training policy ARMATEURS DE FRANCE! The successful implementation of the Act for the freedom of choice of a future career, which notably includes the ambitious transformation Promoting social dialogue and the training policy of OPCAs into OPCOs, required that Armateurs de France started within professional branches is an integral part of working with other social partners without delay. The creation of OPCO Armateurs de France’s core work. In this respect, Mobilités materialises the desire not only to develop job disciplines in the merchant navy branches, but also to defend the interests of shipowners the organisation offers its members high-quality by taking on a leading role within the governance of the OPCO. Indeed, advice on social affairs and, as their legitimate Armateurs de France is a member of the General Assembly and of the Board of Directors of the skills cluster, making it a true driving force representative, acts on their behalf before government with the ability to play a leading role in the directions taken. Moreover, authorities. in the shipping sector’s professional branches, the organisation acted swiftly to form the Employment Councils for navigating personnel and sedentary personnel, the collective bodies tasked with defining the training policy and which it currently chairs.

26,000 16,000 10,000 direct jobs provided seafarers: approximately 6,700 sedentary staff by maritime transport officers and 9,300 ratings and services in France

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Outstanding business Conducting social dialogue While certain core principles have been established, several areas As the only employers’ representative organisation in remain unconcluded, to which Armateurs de France is paying the the merchant shipping professional branches, Armateurs Three questions to closest attention. These matters include periods subject to con- de France leads the negotiations on collective bargaining Éric Derrien, tributions that generate pension points, periods taken into account agreements covering its field of expertise (national collec- Chairman of the Social Affairs for early retirement entitlements and categories and base salaries. tive bargaining agreements for navigating officers, ratings A specific working group, in which Armateurs de France is fully and sedentary personnel) to enhance the appeal of the “The work to reduce the number of professional Committee at Armateurs de involved, was created by the Administration to examine these ele- shipping sector. In this respect, the organisation chairs branches, which began in 2014, is not yet finished. France and of the shipping sector’s ments. The organisation welcomes the fact that the authorities and runs the secretariat of the negotiation commissions Currently down from 942 to 200, this should drop collective bargaining commissions, has listened to its case in principle and will continue to make its in the sector’s branches (see quote from Maha Vandewalle even further. The possibility of merging the branches and Managing Director of GENAVIR members’ voices heard. right). It aims to be a driving force in discussions with covered by Armateurs de France for navigating What is the role of the Social Affairs social partners and welcomes the agreements signed in personnel with those of tug and companies was Committee? 2019. The vocation of Armateurs de France is to uphold proposed in June 2019. The organisation quickly What date for implementation? responded to the government authorities, stating its The Social Affairs Committee, within the interests of the shipping sector and promote the The Parliamentary Bill on the creation of the universal retirement desire to maintain the particularities specific to Armateurs de France, constitutes the main best working conditions, and this requires high-quality system was brought before the French Cabinet on 24 January 2020, shipping’s professional sectors, and it will not hesitate place in which discussions are held social dialogue. This will guarantee the long-term future on employment and training issues in and its article 7 gives the government latitude to use ministerial orders performance of the industry, which the organisation fer- to reiterate this position if its voice is not heard.” the shipping sector. It is also the employer to adapt the provisions applicable to seafarers within a period of vently advocates. Maha Vandewalle, WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING body in which collective bargaining 12 months following the promulgation of the act. Currently being Head of social affairs and training negotiations are prepared. debated by MPs, the legal text should be brought before the Senate at Armateurs de France in June, then voted upon by MPs next summer. From that point, What is your role as the chairman shipping social partners will have until summer 2021 to obtain the of the collective bargaining commissions? inclusion of the above-mentioned specificities in the relevant ministe- I ensure that commissions run smoothly, rial orders. Armateurs de France therefore continues to play an and I lead and steer negotiations. active role in this process, remains vigilant and will notify its mem- Le Bougainville, Ponant Furthermore, all the commissions’ work bers of all progress made in these matters. is conducted in perfect coordination Agreements recently signed in the shipping industry’s with employee trade unions. professional branches

What commitments has Armateurs 1— Shipping company • An agreement signed WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE de France made on social matters? sedentary personnel branch on 12 December 2019, creating These commitments appear in the Blue a permanent collective- Charter, i.e. guarantee good working • An amendment relating bargaining commission for conditions, act in favour of transparent to minimum wages, signed negotiation and interpretation and good quality management, promote on 10 July 2019, raising the within the branch jobs and training, foster quality of life minimum salary grids for 2019 in the workplace and encourage • A PRO A agreement, concluded 2— Shipping company social dialogue. on 22 November 2019, implementing actions in support navigating officers and of re-training initiatives ratings branches or promotion through block • PRO A agreements, signed on release training 22 November 2019, implementing actions in support of re-training initiatives or promotion through block release training In 2020, the themes up for negotiation in these professional branches include minimum collective wage settlements, professional equality, working conditions, workforce and competency planning and development, compensating the effects of exposure to occupational risk factors and helping people with disabilities gain access to the employment market.

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Marco Polo, CMA CGM

hile it dates back to ancient times, piracy is by no means a legend! Operative modes have changed consi- Wderably, and this risk remains a major concern Three questions to for vessels passing through certain zones, Jacques Gérault, among them the Strait of Malacca - between Chairman of the Safety/Security Malaysia and Sumatra - or the Horn of Africa. Committee at Armateurs de France But the most dangerous place in the world for piracy is the Gulf of Guinea, with 111 acts of and Institutional Advisor on French banditry or piracy recorded in 2019. In parallel, Maritime Policy at CMA-CGM. illegal trafficking is putting crews at risk, in What zone worries you the most particular drug-trafficking which has been ris- regarding security today? ing constantly in recent years, mainly from Unquestionably the Gulf of Guinea! In the South American countries (see interview with past few months, this region has recorded an Jacques Gérault, right). unprecedented escalation in crew kidnaps and violence. To make up for the powerlessness Armateurs de France takes steps to convey of national armed forces, vessels are these concerns and find solutions. The organi- themselves implementing security measures sation’s Safety/Security Committees thus which are nonetheless insufficient FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING to tackle the danger. aims to promote the sharing of best practices.

In the interests of efficiency, the European What are you expecting from national and international organisations are further- and international authorities as regards more used to engage in joint and more pow- piracy in general? erful lobbying of decision-makers. In this

XXX Seafarers are increasingly unwilling to sail respect, the ECSA is, for example, the main in this region, given the risks that it entails counterpart to help address the difficulties for their lives and their cargo. European or encountered with migrant rescue operations international cooperation must be initiated in the Mediterranean Sea. The ICS, meanwhile, as soon as possible to bring an end SAFETY AND SECURITY represents and defends the interests of inter- to these violations.

WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE national shipping, most notably in its discussions TOTAL DETERMINATION with Nigeria on piracy off the coast of Lagos. What other concerns do you have for shipping trade today? Armateurs de France continues to uphold its We are seeing an alarming upturn in drug unfaltering commitment to ever safer navigation trafficking by sea. Cartels are using vessels to carry drugs from South and Central for vessels and their crews through its vital liaison America to Europe. In 2019, 30 tonnes with government authorities, the French Navy of cocaine were seized on the vessels and its official counterparts. of French shipowners. This results in vessels being immobilised but more importantly seafarers being put at risk. We expect the States concerned to take more effective and concerted steps to protect shipping companies.

360 -50% Nearly 1/3 acts of banditry or piracy were These incidents were halved of all crude oil trade carried recorded in 2019 around in comparison with the peak by sea passes through FREMM Normandie, the world, 111 of which reached in 2011 at the height of the Strait of Hormuz every day French Navy in the Gulf of Guinea the attacks off the Somali coast

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Another vector of action for Armateurs Constant surveillance of cyber risks be capable of responding to incidents… without forgetting de France is about maintaining the Another issue discussed during these meetings is cyber to underline the specificity of shipping which requires essential bonds created between security. The emergence of cyberspace in the shipping the adoption of measures which are tailored to the sector Three questions to shipowners and French authorities to environment has been recognised as a major trend over and implemented on an international level. Admiral Prazuck, give French vessels the most precise the past few years. The maritime sector has taken full overview of the situation and danger Chief of Staff of the French Navy advantage of the explosion of information and commu- in the zone. This is notably the case nication technology to automate its processes, improve The advent of the autonomous vessel In what way are the two navies for vessels passing through the its efficiency, profitability and competitivity. To harness This awareness of cyber risks has intensified with the essential for one another? Strait of Hormuz, which is currently these opportunities, this digitalisation has been accom- imminent arrival of the autonomous vessel. In all events, For centuries, the role of military experiencing a period of serious panied by growing interconnection between information autonomous vessels cannot operate without top quality navies has been closely linked with instability. In this area, the main con- systems everywhere. This networking has not always cyber security. This issue is already under the supervision the security of commercial shipping tact remains the French Navy with been fully controlled and has generated serious risks of the IMO which has taken up the subject and started to routes. With, on the one hand, which the organisation works closely which exacerbate the intrinsic vulnerabilities of the sys- create a legal framework for these new vessels. Armateurs the exponential growth of merchant on a daily basis (see interview with tems involved. de France has become involved in this approach to accom- shipping traffic over the past several Admiral Prazuck, left). Twice a year, pany and support its pioneering members (see the example decades and, on the other, meetings between the Navy and A strong signal of these new concerns came at the Inter- of SeaOwl below). the resurgence of physical threats to this traffic, this role as a guarantor shipowners see shipping company ministerial Marine Affairs Committee in 2018 when of freedom of navigation is more experts and officials from the Navy’s France elected to shine a light on issues relating to ship- More than ever before, security risks and technologies WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE BLUE A BRIGHT FOR WORKING essential than ever. central command come together to ping cyber security, in terms of both protection and eco- are moving very fast. Armateurs de France continues to examine subjects of common interest. nomic development, with the creation of a national remain watchful and proactive, and fully intends to be a What does ‘working together In 2019, at the Brest Maritime prefec- cyber security coordination centre. The aim is to antici- driving force for exchange within the sector and with its every day’ mean? ture, the French security response to pate threats, manage risks and coordinate the actions partners. We are members of the same community: national shipping issues was at the of security operators. This led to the establishment of we are all seafarers. We share centre of discussions in the presence C2M22 in November 2019, with “foresight and regulation” the same values, the same lifestyles, of around 50 participants. NC Descartes, and “risk analysis” committees in which Armateurs de which are sometimes very distant Orange Marine France and several of its members play a role. Its purpose from those of our fellow citizens is to protect vessels and infrastructure, educate the sector, on dry land. We regularly bring assistance to a vessel in difficulty or a sailor in distress. To prevent more WORKING FOR A BRIGHT BLUE FUTURE serious risks, we have implemented a voluntary information exchange organisation, with a control centre SeaOwl : First plans for a French autonomous vessel based in Brest, the MICA1 Center. In spring 2020, the maritime and offshore services Whereabouts are the ‘hot spots’ today? company and member of Armateurs de France SeaOwl launched the first trial of an autonomous Three geographical zones in particular “The safety of French vessels and their crews is a priority vessel in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of the require a permanent naval presence Provence coast with an 80m ship from its fleet. at the moment: the north of the Indian for French shipowners. We bring them together regularly In partnership with Marlink, this operation will be Ocean, the central and eastern in our dedicated steering committees and we take part conducted to guarantee better quality communication Mediterranean Sea, and the Gulf in the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) at the IMO lines and pay greater attention to cyber security. of Guinea. In the Strait of Hormuz, where our conventions are constantly revised to take we are now deploying a European new risks into account. Terrorism, drug trafficking, If its project is validated, SeaOwl will begin naval force under French command piracy, cyber security: our main concerns have taken on the construction of a 20m prototype that will work which notably provides an escort greater importance in recent years and are consistently on offshore oilfields. Armateurs de France, alongside to French merchant vessels the Permanent Representation at the IMO, is involved monitored on an everyday basis.” on their request. in regulatory works governing the development Nelly Grassin, 20m prototype of autonomous vessels. Head of safety, security and environment at Armateurs de France.

1 Maritime Information Cooperation & Awareness 2 Cybersecurity Council for the Shipping World

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ARMATEURS DE FRANCE A tailor-made organisation to best serve its members’ AT A GLANCLE interests The only trade association Bureau Steering Committees Working groups Ad hoc working group The President + • Social affairs comprising company such as the ‘New Blue representing French maritime company managing • Economy/Tax experts in: Charter’, ‘Low-carbon directors solutions’ or ‘Noise transport and service companies. • Environment • Communications pollution’ groups Executive Committee • Safety/Security • Legal affairs The main decision- • Seafaring issues — 18 in 2019 — making body, made up — 14 in 2019 — • Land-based issues of about 20 member companies who meet — 17 in 2019 — — 5 times a year — Key figures member companies 60 CARPET BLUE THE OUT ROLLING

1 903 Wide-scale reach Collective Date of establishment ships operated missions 1,000 or controlled Armateurs de France fields of expertise has a seat on official Defend and promote the interests • European affairs bodies which include: of French maritime companies 7 • Legal affairs • the High Council of the merchant navy • Port affairs (Conseil Supérieur de la marine marchande) Represent companies in French, • Social affairs and training 26,000 European and international bodies • the High Council of Seafarers (Conseil ROLLING OUT THE BLUE CARPET • Economics, tax and insurance direct jobs Supérieur des gens de mer) • Environment = 16,000 seafarers + 10,000 land-based staff Communicate and promote • Safety and security • the national shipping sector collective the image of shipping bargaining commission (Commission nationale Negotiate collective bargaining de la négociation collective maritime) agreements and industry-wide • the board of directors of the French Maritime agreements A diverse range of sectors with multiple needs and expectations Academy (École nationale supérieure maritime) Inform and advise its members • the board of directors of the Mobility Professions on a daily basis Skills Agency (opérateur de compétences des métiers de la mobilité) Armateurs de France is a founding member of the French Maritime Cluster. Offshore Marine sand Assistance Oceanography Values upheld by activities supply and rescue and undersea research Armateurs de France the entire crew is a member of:

• the European Community Shipowners’ Associations • the International Chamber of Shipping Submarine Port Cargo transport Passenger transport cable laying services • the Baltic and International Maritime Council Commitment Reliability Proactivity

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MEET WELCOME THE CREW ABOARD !

Jean-Marc Lacave What’s my background? I hold an engineering degree from Ponts et Chaussées and I was director of the Port authority from 2000 to 2008 before joining the executive board of CMA CGM. I was then CEO at Météo France from 2014 to 2019, and I have been Managing Director at Armateurs de France since September 2019. Environment, economics, employment, safety, geopolitics… Shipping is a distillate of issues which in many ways reflects “the ways of the world”. Up close and personal : One of my fondest memories is of taking a pilot boat to board a large vessel and help it dock… a tricky challenge but a magnificent experience!

Cécile Rafat On my first day at Armateurs de France, I was surprised to join a team which was almost totally made up of women, in a quite male-dominated sector. Just look at the team photo! My main source of motivation?

Being in tune with my times by contributing to the green energy transition: CARPET BLUE THE OUT ROLLING this is a noble everyday challenge that we will rise to collectively. Up close and personal : When I was 7 on my first dinghy lesson, I drifted out to sea… talk about scary! But it all turned out well in the end.

XXX Fayrouz Chebil I’m a young graduate: I earned a degree in English from the Sorbonne, followed by a master’s degree in European and International studies. I then went to a communication and journalism college… before joining Armateurs de France. Today, if I were to list three qualities that are essential in my job, I would say without hesitation: discipline, versatility and interpersonal skills. Up close and personal : Before I came to Paris, I always lived less than 100 metres away from the Mediterranean. My father was the legal affairs director of my town’s marina. It was as if I had the keys to the place!

Maha Vandewalle Being a legal adviser requires creativity, analysis and strategy. What’s more, employment law is changing all the time. I have new challenges to deal with every day, so there’s not much time to be bored. And something else: Seated (from left to right): Jean-Marc Lacave, Managing Director; here I’m in contact with areas that I knew nothing about previously: Maha Vandewalle, Head of social affairs and training; Nelly Grassin, environment, energy, safety… And these issues are global! Head of environment, safety and security; Laurène Niamba, Head of legal Up close and personal : With my Mediterranean origins, I’ve got a soft spot for the and tax affairs. sea. There’s nothing better than its calm and serenity to recharge your batteries! Standing (from left to right): Mathilde Prete Capasso Torre, Head of European affairs; Agnès Rincé, Head of communications; Marie-Claire Denicourt, Head of accounting and human resources; Mathilde Prete Capasso Torre Fayrouz Chebil, Office manager; Cécile Rafat, Legal adviser and environment Open-mindedness, challenges and complexity! Three words that describe my and communications officer; Philippe Costa, Head of general affairs; everyday job quite well. The contact with our members is very rewarding and Flore Noirot-Ray, Head of economics affairs, multimodality and ports. helps me get to grips with what’s happening on the ground and understand the issues of the various sectors represented by our organisation. Shipowners don’t have a very positive ethical image, and yet the shipping world is changing fast. Our job is to tell the world, load and clear! Up close and personal : I grew up in Italy. As a child, I spent my weekends by the sea on Mount Circeo, one of the last stops on Ulysses’ journey back to Ithaca.

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MERCHANT FLEET OPERATING UNDER THE FRENCH FLAG AS AT 1 JANUARY 2020

Transport fleet: 186 ships THE MEMBERS SHIP TYPE Quantity GT1 DWT2 OF ARMATEURS DE FRANCE CARGO 15 31,549 21,537

CEMENT CARRIER 2 4,823 6,050

CONTAINER SHIP 30 2,605,372 2,749,808

CRUISE SHIP 11 100,435 12,819 AGENCE MARITIME DE L’OUEST • BESSÉ • BOLUDA FRANCE • BOURBON OFFSHORE SURF • BRITTANY FERRIES • CAN • CARIBBEAN LINE • CCI BAYONNE • CEDRE • FERRY 46 776,333 146,358 CMA CGM • COMPAGNIE POLYNÉSIENNE DE TRANSPORT MARITIME • CONSEIL GAS CARRIER 7 386,326 344,305 DÉPARTEMENTAL DE CHARENTE-MARITIME • CONSEIL RÉGIONAL DE BRETAGNE •

PASSENGER SHIP 19 10,297 2,867 CORSICA FERRIES • DFDS SEAWAYS • DRAGAGES, TRANSPORTS ET TRAVAUX ROLLING OUT THE BLUE CARPET BLUE THE OUT ROLLING MARITIMES • EYSSAUTIER • FILHET ALLARD • GASPE • GAZOCEAN • GENAVIR • RESEARCH AND SUPPLY VESSEL 1 9,403 4,871 GEOGAS MARITIME • GIE COMPAGNIE MARITIME DU LITTORAL • GREENSHIP GAS • RORO SHIP 19 148,959 65,418 GROUPE LHD • HELVETIA ASSURANCES • INGEPAR • IXBLUE • JIFMAR OFFSHORE TANKER 36 1 933,194 3,675,893 SERVICES • LA MÉRIDIONALE • LD BULK • LES ABEILLES • L’EXPRESS DES ÎLES • LOUIS DREYFUS ARMATEURS • MARFRET • MARITIMA • MARITIME NANTAISE • ORANGE MARINE • PENN AR BED • PILOTES DE DUNKERQUE • PILOTES DE LA Service fleet: 242 ships GIRONDE • PILOTES DE LA LOIRE • PILOTES DE LA SEINE • PILOTES DE NICE/ ROLLING OUT THE BLUE CARPET CANNES/VILLEFRANCHE • PILOTES DES PORTS DE ET DU GOLFE DE SHIP TYPE Quantity GT1 FOS • PILOTES DU HAVRE/FÉCAMP • PLASTIC ODYSSEY EXPEDITION • PONANT • BUOY TENDER 10 3,473 PWC PARTNERS • SEAOWL FRANCE • SEA-TANKERS • SOCATRA • SOCIÉTÉ DE CABLE LAYER 9 99,836 DRAGAGE INTERNATIONAL • SOCIÉTÉ DE TRANSPORTS FLUVIO - MARITIMES DE L’OUEST • SYNDICAT PROFESSIONNEL DU LAMANAGE DES PORTS DE LA MANCHE, DREDGER 14 35,578 DE LA MER DU NORD ET DE L’ATLANTIQUE • THOMAS SERVICES MARITIMES • MARITIME WORKS SUPPORT VESSEL 15 13,431 TOTAL ACTIVITÉS MARITIMES • TOTAL GLOBAL LNG • TOWT — TRANSOCEANIC OFFSHORE SERVICE VESSEL 64 164,174 WIND TRANSPORT • V.SHIPS FRANCE

PILOT BOAT 1 499

RESEARCH VESSEL 6 14,099

SAND DREDGER 5 10,596

TRAINING SHIP 2 1,081

TUG BOAT 116 43,381

The average age of the French fleet 10.5 YEARS compared to 17 years worldwide 1 Gross Tonnage 2 Deadweight Tonnage

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