The 2008 Dry Cargo International Bulk Conference and Exhibition has already received great levels of interest and with speakers of the highest levels already confirmed, participation levels at the event in Amsterdam are anticipated to be at their maximum.
Dry Cargo International events always attracts a diverse audience due to our understanding inter related nature of the dry bulk markets. Delegates from all aspects of the international dry bulk industry attend the unique environment presented by Dry Cargo International with its horizontal approach to covering the key issues during the conference.

The 2008 Dry Cargo International Bulk Conference & Exhibition will provide comprehensive presentations and research data ensuring excellent value for any delegate attending the Amsterdam event.

Our well researched Conference Programme uniquely divided in to 4 dedicated industry sectors offering 20 presentations has received high levels of interest from individuals and organisations wanting to gain insight into:

 - Global dry bulk trades and seaborne cargo trends
   for the major commodities
 - Latest issues affecting the dry bulk shipping market,
   risk management, safety and efficiency
 - Port/terminal logistics, management, planning, software
   and the interface with the ship owner
 - Key materials handling solutions, ship, rail and barge
   loading, and plant protection systems

Current speakers include:

• Jim Lennon, Head of Commodities Research, Macquarie Group UK
• Philip Rogers, Head of Research, Galbraiths Ltd
• Fred Doll, Managing Director, Doll Shipping
• David Walker, www.openi.co.uk
• Martin Bloemendal, Director, Energy Edge
• Dr Joachim Harder, Managing Director, Onestone Consulting Group
• Susan Oatway, Senior Executive, Drewry Shipping Consultants
• Risto Laulajainen, Gothenburg University School of Economics
• Ian Harrison, Technical Manager, INTERCARGO
• Arvind Sagar, Business Development Advisor, Hazira Port Pvt. Ltd
• Dirk Kannenburg, Head of Assessment Surveys, Germanischer Lloyd
• Wolfgang Hurtienne, Director, Hamburg Port Authority
• Professor Eric Van Hooydonk, Advocaat, Hoogleraar Universiteit Antwerpen
• Hans de Hondt, Sales and Marketing Director, LogSys NV
• Karl Wooodhouse, Aumund Group
• David Trueman, Director, DB Information Systems Ltd
• Cor de Bruin, Managing Director, Interface Computer Systems Holding BV
• Kenny Fergie, Kingfisher Industrial
• Mike Besign, NKM Noell Special Cranes
• Hans van Est, Marketing Manager, Van Aalst Bulk Handling BV
  

This will also have positive ramifications for exhibitors as higher traffic levels will be assured. Amsterdam’s advantage is the outstanding transport-geographic position as a foreign trade hub which makes it the ideal location for the Dry Cargo International Bulk Conference & Exhibition.
We look forward to seeing you in Amsterdam.

• Mark your 2008 calendar with the 27th & 28th of May, and attend the premier event and meeting place for executives in the Ports, Terminals, Materials Handling and Commodities markets worldwide.
• Meet with senior personnel from a wide range of industries  from Ports, Terminals and Stevedores to  Ship Owners Commodity Traders and Primary Consumers.
• Network -  Renew Contacts -  Forge New Relationships - Gain further Insight