Workshop “Sustainable Navigation Progress of Recreational Boating Sector in Italy and China”

Workshop: “Sustainable Navigation Progress of Recreational Boating Sector in Italy and China”
Organized by Assomarinas

The workshop will be conducted in English with Chinese translation.

Program

Moderator:
Ms. Xiaoying Liu, Spatial Planning and Green Transition Advisor, Natureherit DC

Introduction:

• Mr. Roberto Perocchio, President of Assomarinas, Member of Marina Group at ICOMIA (International Council of Marine Industry Associations)

• Mr. Gianluca Mirante, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)

Dialogic Sections:

A. Yacht and River Cruise Manufacturing

• Mr. Paolo Bertetti, Sanlorenzo Yachts, Italy — builder of high-quality motor yachts, developing yachts with methanol-hydrogen dual engine systems

• Mr. Brignone, Vita Yachts, Italy — builder of fully electric yachts

• Heysea Yachts, China — manufacturer of hybrid new energy boats and superyachts with battery storage, solar charging, and diesel motors

B. Engine Propulsion Equipment and Battery-Fuel Solutions for Yachts and River Cruises

• Mr. Massimo Labruna, AS Labruna, Italy — manufacturer of marine methanol and hydrogen engines, propulsion systems, and cranes

• Mr. Jonathan Wang, Explomar — manufacturer of all-in-one electric marine propulsion systems and fast-charging renewable energy systems

C. Tourist and Leisure Marina Management and Vessel Maintenance

• Mr. Alberto Sonino, CEO of Marina Certosa, Italy — example of a sustainable marina

• Mr. Jianjiang Yu, CEO of Shanghai Passenger Transport Ship Company, China — integrated operation for clean energy boats (ferries, cruises, yachts) and marinas

• Mr. Godfrey Zwygart, Consultant at Sanya Serenity Marina, China — example of professional marina management with sustainable practices

D. Green-Eco Boat Evaluation, Registration, and Navigation Regulation

• Mr. Xiaobing Pan, Shanghai Rules & Research Institute, China Classification Society (CCS)

• Ms. Charity Cheah, Director for International Brand Development & Relations, Italian Ship & Yacht Brokers Association (ISYBA)

E. Initiative Session: Theme to be finalized

• Ms. Zhang Bingjie, Shanghai Jinqiao-Lingang Integrated Zone, Host of Shanghai Sailing Open

Closing remarks by the moderator