Concurrent Technical Session 1C-1: Design Shore Power Connection for Bulk Carriers:  New Standard and Business Case
Dave Williams & Hugo Daniel

This presentation will focus on the business case for shore power for the ship and the port side and discuss the new guidelines published in an IMO info paper:  MEPC 83/INF.30 - Industry recommendations for the future bulk carrier shore power standard. 

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Concurrent Technical Session 1C-2: Propulsion System Integration: Expectations and Realities – Insight for Vessel Owners and Shipyards
Shawn Balding

This presentation will challenge common misconceptions about Propulsion System Integrators (PSIs) in the marine industry. While PSIs deliver high-performance equipment, they often fall short on full ship integration—leaving vessel owners and shipyards to fill unexpected gaps. Many assume PSIs will, or even can, take responsibility for seamless harmonization—from hull integration to system interoperability—but the reality is far more fragmented.

Through examples and industry insight from multiple perspectives, this session will expose the disconnect between expectation and execution, helping shipyards, naval architects, and vessel owners critically think about their approach to sourcing a solution. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of where system integration pitfalls commonly arise—and practical strategies to proactively close these gaps, mitigating costly delays and inefficiencies.