13th Dynamic Positioning Asia Conference & Exhibition 2025
Welcome to the 13th Dynamic Positioning Asia Conference & Exhibition!
Join us for a premier gathering of dynamic positioning experts, cutting-edge technologies, and industry stakeholders on 2-3 April 2025 at the Concorde Hotel Singapore. This two-day event is set to be a pivotal moment for the DP community in the region.
In partnership with the Marine Technology Society (MTS) Dynamic Positioning Committee and the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), the 13th DP Asia will feature insightful workshops led by industry technical and operational experts. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge from a range of topics and engage in discussions that shape the future of dynamic positioning.
Conference Theme: Establishing the Basis of Confidence
Considering elements of Design, Operations, People and Process with a focus on Human Performance.
We invite you to submit your abstract (maximum 300 words) addressing one or more of these themes to Mary here.
As dynamic positioning technology continues to evolve, our conference will focus on enhancing safety, promoting best practices, and ensuring incident-free operations. Discover the latest advancements in vessel design, operations, and professional development.
Networking and Exhibition Opportunities:
Connect with key decision-makers, showcase your products, and elevate your brand through various sponsorship and exhibition packages. For details, please reach out to Ruth here or call +65 6222 3422.
Why Attend?
– Gain insights from experienced multi-disciplined DP experts.
– Stay informed on the latest industry innovations and standards.
– Network with influential stakeholders in the DP community.
Sponsorship Recognition:
Sponsors will receive prominent acknowledgment in all conference materials and during the event, maximizing visibility and engagement opportunities.
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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. Ruth via email at ruth@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.
Conference Programme - Day 1 and Day 2
Day 1 - Wednesday, 2 April 2025
Time | Session |
08:00 - 08:30 | Registration and Networking Breakfast |
Session 1 |
DP ASIA CONFERENCE SESSION Session Chairman: Mr. Joey Fisher, Managing Director - M3 Marine Expertise; 13th DP Asia Conference Chairman |
08:30 - 08:45 |
Chairman’s Opening Remarks Mr. Joey Fisher, Managing Director – M3 Marine Expertise; 13th DP Asia Conference Chairman |
08:45 - 09:10 |
Models: Key considerations in DP vessel design Mr. Zachary Clark, Project Manager, Kongsberg Maritime |
09:10 - 09:35 |
BruCon DP: Brunvoll’s Advanced Dynamic Positioning Control System Mr. Frode Bloch, EVP Engineering Control & Electrical Engineering and Product Development, Brunvoll AS |
09:35 - 10:00 |
Digitalization in DP Operations Mr. Frederik Thanem, Marine Technologies LLC |
10:00 - 10:15 | Q&A |
10:15- 10:45 |
Morning Coffee/Tea Break Sponsored by: Tidewater Offshore Operations Pte. Ltd |
Session 2 |
DP ASIA CONFERENCE SESSION Session Chairman: Mr. Gaurav Dadhwal, Director, Operations & Technology, Cyan Renewables |
10:45-11:10 |
Developments in Training and Certification for the Offshore DP Sector Capt. John Lloyd, Chief Executive Officer, The Nautical Institute |
11:10 - 11:35 |
Simulations in Operational Support Mr. Luca Pivano, Senior Principal Specialist DP Simulations, Product Manager DP tools and services, Control Systems & Cybernetics Advisory Maritime, DNV |
11:35 - 12:00 |
Digital Decision Support Tool to Enable Human Performance TBC, Kongsberg Maritime |
12:00 - 13:20 | Lunch Break - Sponsored by: OneStep Power Solutions Inc. |
Session 3 |
MTS WORKSHOP SESSION Workshop Facilitator: Mr. Suman Muddusetti, Chairman of the MTS DP Committee and the MTS DP Sub-Committee On Guidance and Standards |
13:20 - 13:50 |
Model Based Testing of Power Systems Mr. Trond Hammeraas, Global Account Manager-Drilling Segment, ABB AS |
13:50 - 15:00 | WORKSHOP – DECISION SUPPORT TOOLS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE |
15:00 - 15:30 | Afternoon Coffee/Tea Break |
15:30 - 16:55 | WORKSHOP – DECISION SUPPORT TOOLS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE |
17:00 | End of Day 1 |
17:00 - 18:30 | Networking Cocktails – Sponsored by: M3 Marine Group Pte. Ltd |
Day 2 - Thursday, 3 April 2025
Time | Session |
08:00 - 08:30 | Registration and Networking Breakfast |
Session 4 |
IMCA SESSION Session Chairman: Mr. Andrew Lynch, Senior Fleet Technical Manager, MMA Offshore Asia |
08:30 - 09:00 |
IMCA DP Update Mr. Richard Purser, Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA |
09:00 - 09:30 |
IMCA DP Update & Event Reporting Ms. Jennifer Evans, Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA |
09:30 - 10:00 |
Workshop Introduction – Walk 2 Work, Competence, Training & Incidents Mr. Rhys Jones, Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA |
10:00 - 10:30 | Morning Coffee/Tea Break |
Session 5 |
IMCA WORKSHOP SESSION Workshop Facilitator: Mr. Rhys Jones, Technical Adviser – Marine, IMCA |
10:00-12:00 | WORKSHOP – WALK 2 WORK, COMPETENCE, TRAINING & INCIDENTS |
12:00 - 13:00 | Lunch Break |
Session 6 |
MTS DP COMMITTEE WORKSHOP SESSION Workshop Facilitators: Dr. Steven Cargill, DPTA - Vice President, Marine Operations and Dynamic Positioning Services, Energy Systems, DNV, Mr. Bolshoy Bhattacharya, Marine Risk Service Manager, Asset Assurance (OI UK), Energy Systems, DNV |
13:00 - 13:30 |
Evidence-Based Comprehensive Verification & Validation: Reporting to demonstrate Single Fault Tolerance Ms. Sarah Whiteford, Director, OneStep Power Solutions |
13:30 - 14:30 | WORKSHOP INTRODUCTION – EVIDENCE BASED COMPREHENSIVE VERIFICATION & VALIDATION |
14:30- 15:00 | Afternoon Coffee/Tea Break |
15:00 - 17:00 | WORKSHOP – EVIDENCE BASED COMPREHENSIVE VERIFICATION & VALIDATION |
17:00 | Chairman’s Concluding Remarks and Close of Conference |
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TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Conference Chairman
Conference Vice Chairman

Joey Fisher
Managing Director
M3 Marine Expertise

Suman Muddusetti
Chairman of the MTS DP Committee and the MTS
DP Sub-Committee On Guidance and Standards
Abir Sahny
Andrew Lynch
Prabjot Singh Chopra
Capt. Gaurav Dadhwal
Saravanan Meyyappan





DP Associate Director Asia Pacific
Senior Fleet Technical Manager
VP Technology
Director – Operation & Technology
Senior Vessel Manager
GATE Energy
MMA Offshore Asia
SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte Ltd
Cyan Renewables
MMA Offshore
Capt. Ravinder Yadav
Capt. Andrew Wood
Aleks Karlsen
Sandeep Banger
Eddie Raj





Marine Technical Advisor Upstream Logistics
DP & Marine Assurance Lead
Senior Principal Specialist Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems
Manager, Electrical and DP IMCA Accredited Company DP Authority
Consultant
ExxonMobil
DNV Noble Denton Services
DNV Holdings Ltd Marine Service
Tidewater Offshore Operations PTE. LTD.
MediaComz International