SMM 2010 - GL - Your competitive edge

News was prepared under the information support of Online Daily Newspaper on Hellenic and international Shipping "Hellenic Shipping News".

2 Sep 2010

The maritime industry is entering a new era in which the conditions have changed. To come out ahead, market players must to be better prepared for current and future challenges such as increasing competition, new environmental regulations and climbing fuel prices. GL, as an innovation driver within the maritime business for over 140 years, understands the desires of its customers to provide safer, smarter and greener solutions that result in a competitive edge.
Take the lead through innovation
Innovation is mainly empowered by clearly defined economic and ecological returns. At our exhibition stand you can find information offering you direction towards uncovering your hidden potential - no matter whether it relates to state-of-the-art ship design and construction or efficient ship operations. Beyond our expertise in ship classification, our additional fields of competence - consulting, software, certification and training - offer you tailor-made solutions for your lasting success.
Some highlights of our SMM agenda:
Gas as ship fuel: Increased efficiency and lower environmental impact 
Fuel efficiency: Discover where your ships stand with Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) 
Extended Dry Docking: Postpone your dry-docking and gain more flexibility with GL 
Innovative software solutions: GL ShipManager, GL HullManager  
FutureShip: ECO-Assistant, Trouble Shooting, Conceptual Design  
Up-to-date certifications: ILO CERT for Maritime Labour Convention, Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM), combined ISM/ISO certification
The SMM, which takes place in GL´s hometown of Hamburg, has long been established as the most important event in the shipping industry calendar. It is the definitive global marketplace to learn about the newest trends in the maritime industry and to meet experts from all over the world under one roof.
We look forward to welcoming you at our stand no. 150 in hall B4 ground floor!

Source: GL Group