Nor-Shipping aims to demystify ship recycling with new conference for 2027

With industry estimates suggesting more than 15,000 vessels will need to be recycled by 2032*, more than double the number recycled in the previous decade, turning ageing ships into new assets has never been more critical. However, beyond the recycling industry itself, it’s a challenge that is far from front of mind for most maritime decision-makers. Nor-Shipping is aiming to change this with a brand new initiative in 2027, the first Nor-Shipping Ship Recycling Conference.

The new, dedicated three-hour conference, taking place on Nor-Shipping’s Main Stage on 9 June, will bring together a broad range of stakeholders to discuss the future of sustainable, transparent and commercially realistic recycling. Experts including ship recyclers, regulators, class societies, financiers, insurers, and more will take to the stage to help owners, operators and others understand this evolving segment and navigate it with responsibility, care and commercial acumen.

Engaging new audiences Nor-Shipping is working with a committee of globally leading experts to define a programme that delivers maximum value for a broad-based audience, as Sidsel Norvik, Director, explains:

“Rather than simply creating another ship recycling conference for those already involved in ship recycling, we’re looking to engage the industry as a whole – demystifying this vital segment and connecting with new audiences. This is a hugely important piece of our maritime puzzle, and it’s only growing in significance as the industry evolves. With the help of our expert committee, we think we can offer something that both builds a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities here, as well as delivering real long-term value.”

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