Navigating the Transition - Scaling Maritime Innovation Together
The Public Sector as a Driving Force for Change
How can the public sector accelerate green maritime transitions? In both Washington and Norway, the government has been a key initiator for bringing new solutions into the market, like electric, hydrogen and autonomy solutions. This session explores what drives public-private innovation and long-term investment in sustainable maritime transport in the US and Norway.
Panelists:
Jon Askeland, County Mayor, Vestland County
Keith Swenson, Deputy Assistant Director, Office of Economic Development & Competitiveness, Washington State
Joshua Berger, Founder, Washington Maritime Blue
Connecting Communities – The Washington State Ferries Story
Washington State Ferries (WSF) is more than a transportation provider — it’s a lifeline connecting coastal communities. WSF combines a major newbuilding program, with tradition, service, and sustainability in a rapidly changing maritime world.
Speaker:
Steve Nevey, CEO Washington State Ferries
SMEs – Small Players, Big Impact with Innovative Solutions
Norwegian Electric Systems shares how system integration across electric, alternative fuels, and autonomous solutions strengthens both innovation and operational complexity — and how competence building, both onboard and onshore, is becoming critical for the future.
Speaker:
Siv Remøy-Vangen, CEO Norwegian Electric Systems
Battery Technology – Powering the Future Fleet
An update from Corvus Energy on battery technology development, trends, and large-scale implementation, and showcase of different US vessels that are going electric. Crowley will present eWolf, the first all-electric, ship assist harbour tug in the United States.
Speakers:
Tor-Gunnar Hovig, Head of Region-Americas, Corvus Energy
Curt Leffers, Head of Crowley Engineering Services
The Regulatory Scene and Moving Forward
A look at how the framework conditions are evolving for maritime transition: from global to more regional landscapes. How to align and step up to securing industry investments and more collaboration?
Panelists:
Fredrik Witte, CEO Corvus Energy
Siv Remøy-Vangen, CEO Norwegian Electric Systems
Steve Nevey, CEO Washington State Ferries
Bruce Strupp, Vice President Marine Systems US & Canada, ABB Marine & Ports
Håvard Tvedte, Head of Market Development Maritime CleanTech
Joshua Berger, Founder Washington Maritime Blue
This event is hosted by Corvus Energy and Norwegian Electric Systems
Please note:
This event will take place on board the historic sailing ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl.
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