Welcome to the 11th Dynamic Positioning Asia Conference & Exhibition, a premier gathering of DP experts, cutting-edge technologies, and industry stakeholders. Scheduled for 21 – 22 June 2023, at the prestigious M Hotel in Singapore, this two-day event promises to be a pivotal moment for the region’s DP community.
Partnered with the Marine Technology Society (MTS) Dynamic Positioning Committee and the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), the 11th DP Asia will be a two-day event. It will incorporate DP Workshops planned and executed by industry technical and operational experts from the MTS DP Committee and IMCA. The conference will span two days and include DP Workshops facilitated by industry experts from the MTS DP Committee and IMCA.
Conference Themes:
- New & Future DP Vessel Technological Development
- Verification and Validation of AC & DC Power Systems with Common Points
- DP FMEA Assurance & Periodical Verification & Validation
- Advances in Sensor and Position Reference System Technology
- DP Digitalisation
- DP Professional Competencies ASOG – Development, Implementation & Raising Awareness
- Procedural Discipline
Submit your abstract (300 words max) covering the conference themes. Send submissions to mary@mediacomz.com.
Dynamic positioning technology continually evolves, emphasizing safety, best practices, and incident-free DP operations. Explore the latest advancements in vessel design, operations, and professional development.
Networking and Exhibition Opportunities:
Connect with decision-makers, showcase products, and enhance brand image through sponsorship and exhibition opportunities. A variety of packages are available; contact Ms. Mary at mary@mediacomz.com or call +65 6222 3422 for details.
Why Attend?
- Gain insights from experienced multi-disciplined DP experts.
- Stay updated on the latest industry innovations and guidelines.
- Network with key stakeholders in the DP community.
Sponsorship Recognition:
Sponsors will receive acknowledgment in conference materials and during the event, maximizing visibility and engagement.
All Speakers (Session 1- Dynamic Positioning Asia Conference Session) (Day 1)
Chairman's Opening Remark
Joey Fisher (Session Chairman)
Managing Director – M3 Marine Expertise
Keynote Address
Aleks Karlsen
Senior Principal Specialist Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems – DNV
Innovation and Developments in Training and Certification for the Offshore DP Sector
Capt. Qasim Masood
Head of Qualifications, Marine & Offshore – The Nautical Institute
Navigating DP CPD
Mat Bateman
Senior Partner / Marine Consultant – Keelson Marine Assurance LLC
All Speakers (Session 2- IMCA Session) (Day 1)
Session Chairman
Andrew Lynch
Project Manager - MMA Offshore Asia
IMCA Update & DP Event Reporting
Richard Purser
Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA
IMCA DP Continuous Professional Development (CPD) & DP Practitioner Accreditation Scheme
Graeme Reid
Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA
IMO & Decarbonisation of the Offshore Sector
Margaret Fitzgerald
Head of Legal & Regulatory Affairs – IMCA
All Speakers (Session 3- IMCA Workshop Session) (Day 1)
IMCA WORKSHOP – HOW DOES THE DP INDUSTRY MEET IMO EMISSIONS TARGETS
Session Chairman
Richard Purser
Technical Adviser – Marine (IMCA)
All Speakers (Session 4- Dynamic Positioning Asia Conference Session) (Day 1)
Session Chairman
Capt. Gaurav Dadhwal
GM Offshore Accommodations – POSH
DP decision support tool for operations in Safety Zones of offshore installations
Alexander Mordvintsev
Business Development Manager – Tritek Power & Automation
Power system assurance: Class Vs Client
Edward Bourgeau
Chief Engineer, – AKA Energy Systems
Redundant dynamic positioning systems with closed bus-ties – DNV-RP-0591
Aleks Karlsen
Senior Principal Specialist - DP Systems – DNV AS, Norway
All Speakers (Session 5- Dynamic Positioning Asia Conference Session) (Day 2)
Session Chairman
Bolshoy Bhattacharya
Team Lead, Marine Risk Advisory, Marine Risk Management, Energy Systems – DNV NDMS
DP Operations: Risk associated with mixed references
Zachary Clark
Project Manager – Advisory Services
SPRINT-Nav – A New DP Position Reference System
Derek Lynch
Business Development Manager – Energy, Sonardyne International Ltd.
New Systems in an Old Hull…
Sarah Whiteford,
Director – OneStep Power
All Speakers (Session 6- MTS Dynamic Positioning Asia Committee Workshop Session) (Day 2)
WORKSHOP – ASSURANCE AS AN ENABLER TO THE OPERATIONAL TEAM
Session Chairman
Suman Muddusetti
MTS DP Technical Committee / Chairman – MTS DP Sub-committee On Guidance and Standards
All Speakers/Session Chairs (Session 7- MTS Dynamic Positioning Asia Committee Workshop Session) (Day 2)
Dr. Steven Cargill
Vice President, Marine Operations and Dynamic Positioning Services, Energy Systems
DNV
Bolshoy Bhattacharya
Team Lead, Marine Risk Advisory, Marine Risk Management, Energy Systems
DNV NDMS
Sponsorships & Supporting Organisations
Explore a diverse array of sponsorship opportunities that await your engagement. Gain visibility and acknowledgment in conference materials and throughout the event as a sponsor.
DP Asia serves as a prime platform for companies to spotlight their products and services, elevate their brand image, and establish connections with influential decision-makers in the DP industry.
To delve into the details of our Sponsorship & Exhibition packages, kindly reach out to Ms. Mary via email at mary@mediacomz.com or give her a call at +65 6222 3422. Uncover the possibilities to enhance your company’s presence and networking prospects within the dynamic realm of DP Asia.
Sponsors
Supporting organisations
Conference Programme (Day 1)
| Time | Session |
| 08:00 - 08:30 | Registration & Coffee |
| Session 1 |
DP ASIA CONFERENCE SESSION Session Chairman: Mr. Joey Fisher, Managing Director - M3 Marine Expertise; 11th DP Asia Conference Chairman |
| 08:30 - 08:40 |
Chairman’s Opening Remarks By: Mr. Joey Fisher, Managing Director – M3 Marine Expertise; 11th DP Asia Conference Chairman |
| 08:40 - 09:00 |
Keynote Address By: Mr. Aleks Karlsen, Senior Principal Specialist - DP Systems, DNV AS, Norway |
| 09:00 - 09:25 |
Innovation and Developments in Training and Certification for the Offshore DP Sector By: Capt. Qasim Masood, Head of Qualifications, Marine & Offshore, The Nautical Institute |
| 09:25 - 10:00 |
Navigating DP CPD By: Mr. Mat Bateman, Senior Partner / Marine Consultant, Keelson Marine Assurance LLC |
| 10:00 - 10:30 | Morning Tea / Coffee Break - Sponsored by: OneStep Power Solutions Inc |
| Session 2 |
IMCA SESSION Session Chairman: Andrew Lynch - Project Manager - MMA Offshore Asia |
| 10:30 - 11:00 |
IMCA Update & DP Event Reporting By: Mr. Richard Purser, Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA |
| 11:00 - 11:30 |
IMCA DP Continuous Professional Development (CPD) & DP Practitioner Accreditation Scheme By: Mr. Graeme Reid, Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA |
| 11:30 - 12:00 |
IMO & Decarbonisation of the Offshore Sector By: Ms. Margaret Fitzgerald – Head of Legal & Regulatory Affairs – IMCA |
| 12:00 - 13:30 | Lunch Break- Sponsored by: Daikai Engineering Pte Ltd |
| Session 3 |
IMCA WORKSHOP SESSION Session Chairman: Mr. Richard Purser, Technical Adviser – Marine (IMCA) |
| 13:30 - 15:00 | IMCA WORKSHOP – HOW DOES THE DP INDUSTRY MEET IMO EMISSIONS TARGETS |
| 15:00 - 15:30 | Afternoon Tea / Coffee Break - Sponsored by: Kongsberg Maritime Pte. Ltd. |
| Session 4 |
DP ASIA CONFERENCE SESSION Session Chairman: Captain Gaurav Dadhwal – GM Operations – POSH |
| 15:30 - 16:00 |
DP decision support tool for operations in Safety Zones of offshore installations By: Mr. Alexander Mordvintsev, Business Development Manager, Tritek Power & Automation |
| 16:00 - 16:25 |
Power system assurance: Class Vs Client By: Mr. Edward Bourgeau, Chief Engineer, AKA Energy Systems |
| 16:25 - 16:50 |
Redundant dynamic positioning systems with closed bus-ties – DNV-RP-0591 By: Mr. Aleks Karlsen, Senior Principal Specialist - DP Systems, DNV AS, Norway |
| 17:00 - 18:30 |
END OF DAY ONE Networking Cocktails – Sponsored by: M3 Marine Expertise Pte Ltd and SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte Ltd |
Conference Programme (Day 2)
| Time | |
| 08:00 - 8:30 | Registration & Coffee |
| Session 5 |
DP ASIA CONFERENCE SESSION Mr. Bolshoy Bhattacharya, Team Lead, Marine Risk Advisory, Marine Risk Management, Energy Systems, DNV NDMS |
| 08:30 - 08:55 |
DP Operations: Risk associated with mixed references Mr. Zachary Clark, Project Manager, Advisory Services |
| 08:55 - 09:20 |
SPRINT-Nav – A New DP Position Reference System By: Mr. Derek Lynch, Business Development Manager – Energy, Sonardyne International Ltd./small> |
| 09:20 - 09:45 |
New Systems in an Old Hull… By: Ms. Sarah Whiteford, Director, OneStep Power |
| 09:45 - 10:00 | MTS WORKSHOP INTRODUCTION |
| 10:00 - 10:30 | Morning Tea / Coffee Break – Sponsored by: Schottel Far East Pte Ltd |
| Session 6 |
MTS DP COMMITTEE WORKSHOP SESSION Session Chairman: Mr. Suman Muddusetti, MTS DP Technical Committee / Chairman, MTS DP Sub-committee On Guidance and Standards |
| 10:30 - 12:00 | WORKSHOP – ASSURANCE AS AN ENABLER TO THE OPERATIONAL TEAM |
| 12:00 - 13:30 | Lunch Break - Sponsored by: Daikai Engineering Pte Ltd |
| Session 7 |
MTS DP COMMITTEE WORKSHOP SESSION Session Chairs: Dr. Steven Cargill, DPTA - Vice President, Marine Operations and Dynamic Positioning Services, Energy Systems, DNV Mr. Bolshoy Bhattacharya, Team Lead, Marine Risk Advisory, |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | WORKSHOP – THE PERILS OF MITIGATIONS WITHOUT SYSTEMS THINKING |
| 15:00 - 15:30 | Afternoon Tea / Coffee Break |
| 17:00 | Chairman’s Concluding Remarks and Close Of Conference |
Themes
- New & Future DP Vessel Technological Development
- Verification and Validation of AC & DC Power Systems with Common Points
- DP FMEA Assurance & Periodical Verification & Validation
- Advances in Sensor and Position Reference System Technology
- DP Digitalisation
- DP Professional Competencies
- ASOG- Development, Implementation & Raising Awareness
- Procedural Discipline
During the event (Day 1)
During the event (Day 2)
TECHNICAL COMMITTEEs
Joey Fisher (Conference Chairman)
Managing Director
M3 Marine Expertise
Suman Muddusetti (Vice Conference Chairman)
MTS DP Technical Committee/Chairman
MTS DP Sub-Committee On Guidance And Standards
Abir Sahny
Technical & Operations Risk Manager
GATE Energy
Andrew Lynch
Project Manager
MMA Offshore Asia
Capt. Andrew Wood
DP & Marine Assurance Lead
DNV Noble Denton
Marine Services
Capt. Gaurav Dadhwal
GM, Offshore Accommodation
POSH Semco Pte Ltd
Prabjot Singh Chopra
VP Technology
SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte Ltd
Capt. Praveen Bajaj
Marine Assurance Lead (AP)
ConocoPhilips
Capt. Ravinder Yadav
Marine Technical Advisor, Upstream Logistics
ExxonMobil
Saravanan Meyyappan
Senior Vessel Manager
MMA Offshore
Aleks Karlsen
Senior Principal Specialist Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems
DNV
