International Safety@Sea Conference Plenary 3

Plenary 3 examines the human element in maritime safety, featuring speakers and panellists from maritime administrations, international bodies, classification societies, and private industry.

Last updated 28 April 2026

The Human Element: Ensuring Safety in Maritime’s Transition

15 JUL 2025 | 14:30 - 16:30

Venue: Conrad Singapore Marina Bay, Ballroom, Level 2 (2 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038982)

Presentation by The Nautical Institute

15 JUL 2025 | 14:35 - 15:00

Capt John Lloyd

Chief Executive
The Nautical Institute

Presentation by MPA

15 JUL 2025 | 15:00 - 15:25

Mr Darrick Leow

Chair, Working Group under IMO’s Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW),
Senior Deputy Director (Shipping)
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Plenary Discussion

15 JUL 2025 | 15:25 - 16:25

“The Human Element: Ensuring Safety in Maritime’s Transition”

As the maritime industry undergoes significant transformation with various driving forces, it is crucial to support our workforce through these transitions. This panel will discuss the critical role of seafarers and shore-based personnel in navigating these changes, including the new skills and training required for green fuels, the impact of remote and autonomous technologies, and the need to focus on seafarer mental health and wellbeing.

Capt Hari Subramaniam

Deputy Chairman, National Maritime Safety at Sea Council
Hon. Chair, The Nautical Institute (Singapore)
Regional Head – Business Relations,
The Shipowners’ P&I Club
Moderator