IBIA Asks Industry: 'Is the Customer Getting What He Pays For?'
Asian growth and-global recovery are the topics for discussion at the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) gathering in Hong Kong next week (5-7 November 2013). But the underlying topic of debate at the conference will be “is the customer getting what he pays for”. The question is set against growth and global recovery and asks how can IBIA encourage measures to be put in place to raise standards. From quality, quantity, terms and conditions to the standard of education and training…
The Competitiveness of Global Port-Cities: OECD Synthesis Report
A new OECD report, The Competitiveness of Global Port-Cities; Synthesis Report, outlines the role of ports in urban and national economies. The report, to be released in Rotterdam on 9, September 2013, provides policy recommendations to increase the positive economic impacts and mitigate negative impacts related to environment, land use and traffic congestion. OECD Deputy Secretary General Yves LETERME and Mr. - Mrs. - Mr. - Mr. - Mrs. - Mrs. - Mrs. - Mr. - Mr. - Mr. - Mr. - Mr. Patrick DAHER (President Supervisory Board, Port of Marseille). The conference takes place in Rotterdam, the Netherlands (LantarenVenster, Otto Reuchlinweg 996, Rotterdam), on Monday 9 September, from 9:15 to 17:30.
