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Sasha Twining

Journalist | The Corporate Facilitator London, United Kingdom

Biography

Sasha Twining is a radio and television presenter, currently heard presenting flagship business programmes for the BBC World Service (audience 97 million worldwide). Additionally, Sasha also works as a moderator and host in both the public and private sector in industries including energy, mobility, tech and sustainability.

Sessions

10:30h

Ceremonies | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Opening Tomorrow.BlueEconomy – Welcome Remarks Smart Ports

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Chair

Constantí Serrallonga Fira Barcelona Managing Director Speaker

Stewart Sarkozy-Banoczy World Ocean Council Managing Director Speaker

Jordi Valls Barcelona City Council Deputy Mayor for Economy, Tax, Economic Promotion, and Tourism Speaker

Luc Arnouts Port of Antwerp-Bruges Vice President of International Relations and Networks Speaker

Patrick Benrick Port of Gothenburg Head of Strategic Development and Innovation Speaker

Tino Klemm Hamburg Port Authority Chief Financial Officer Speaker

Michael DiBernardo Port of Los Angeles Deputy Executive Director and Marketing and Customer Relations Speaker

05-11-2024 10:30 05-11-2024 11:10 Europe/Madrid Opening Tomorrow.BlueEconomy – Welcome Remarks Smart Ports

Join us for the opening session of Tomorrow.BlueEconomy, featuring leaders from Smart City Expo World Congress, Port of Barcelona, World Ocean Council, and Barcelona City Council as they share their vision for a sustainable blue economy. This event also marks the inauguration of the Smart Ports Congress, organized by the Port of Barcelona, with welcome remarks and insights from international port representatives on advancing smart, sustainable ports worldwide.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 10:30h - 11:10h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

11:35h

Panel Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Redefining the Battle Against Crime & Trafficking

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Benjamin Simonson Vanguard Head of Operations Speaker

Francisco Andrés Spanish Tax Agency Chief of the Drugs and Precursors Unit, General Subdirectorate of Operations. Deputy Directorate of the Customs Surveillance Service Speaker

Niels Vanlaer Port of Antwerp-Bruges Chair IAPH Risk and resilience Committee Harbour Master Speaker

05-11-2024 11:35 05-11-2024 12:20 Europe/Madrid Redefining the Battle Against Crime & Trafficking

With drug trafficking and organized crime on the rise, the European Commission is taking action with the European Ports Alliance and its Public-Private Partnership. Instead of sticking to traditional methods and government control, we will explore how disruptive innovation can be our secret weapon. Join us to learn how governments, port authorities and shipping companies can secure ports and fight crime.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 11:35h - 12:20h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

12:20h

Panel Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

How to Create a Thriving and Adaptable Port in a Changing and Unpredictable World

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Marius Suteu Lloyd's Register Head of Emerging Opportunities Speaker

Jordi Torrent Port of Barcelona Head of Strategy Speaker

Tim Power Drewry Managing Director Speaker

Noel Hacegaba Port of Long Beach Chief Operating Officer Speaker

05-11-2024 12:20 05-11-2024 13:05 Europe/Madrid How to Create a Thriving and Adaptable Port in a Changing and Unpredictable World

Supply chains have proven vulnerable, as evidenced by events such as the extreme drought in the Panama Canal early this year, the COVID-19 pandemic, the crisis in the Red Sea, and more. With extreme weather patterns and rising sea levels increasingly linked to climate change, alongside political crises and geopolitical conflicts, there is a growing concern over how these issues will impact international maritime transit. In light of these challenges, what tools can we leverage to mitigate these effects? What best practices should be embraced? Are there disruptive solutions on the horizon to minimize disturbances?

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 12:20h - 13:05h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

13:05h

Panel Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Ports of Tomorrow: Why You Should Transition from Landlord to Business Promoter

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Luc Arnouts Port of Antwerp-Bruges Vice President of International Relations and Networks Speaker

Patrick Benrick Port of Gothenburg Head of Strategic Development and Innovation Speaker

Christopher Chase Port of Los Angeles Assistant Director of Marketing Speaker

Patrick Verhoeven IAPH London Office Managing Director Speaker

Jinsun Shin Busan Port Authority Head of BPA Euro Office Speaker

05-11-2024 13:05 05-11-2024 13:50 Europe/Madrid Ports of Tomorrow: Why You Should Transition from Landlord to Business Promoter

The changing landscape of logistics and technology has forced port authorities to embrace a new role, turning them into hub managers overseeing a complex network of stakeholders and operations. Over the course of the 21st century, there has been an important shift in focus among port authorities, moving away from facilitating maritime connections to actively acting as business promoters. Join us in this session to explore the envisioned future of ports in 2040 and discover the direction ports are taking.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 13:05h - 13:50h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

16:15h

Keynote Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Aspirational Pitch

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Anjaney Borwankar Navozyme Co-Founder & Chief Executive Speaker

05-11-2024 16:15 05-11-2024 16:30 Europe/Madrid Aspirational Pitch Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 16:15h - 16:30h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

16:30h

Panel Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Innovation Hubs Presentation

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Robin Pauwels The Beacon Chief Operating Officer Speaker

Rita Almela World Trade Center Barcelona Innovation Manager Speaker

05-11-2024 16:30 05-11-2024 16:50 Europe/Madrid Innovation Hubs Presentation

This session will feature leaders from global innovation hubs who will showcase their cutting-edge projects and collaborations, discussing how these initiatives foster innovation and promote sustainable growth in the maritime and cleantech sectors.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 16:30h - 16:50h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

16:50h

Pich Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

Start-ups Leading Sustainable Maritime Innovation

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Master of Ceremonies

Dani Anglada Pich Yes We Sail Founder Speaker

Henry Hooper Metarina CEO & Co-Founder Speaker

Johann Dorval Janah Cycle Co-founder Speaker

Paul Hugenholtz UTURN International Sales Speaker

José María Jiménez ICTYS CEO Speaker

Francesco Pititto Envjoy CEO Speaker

Pau Guasch Seabots CEO Speaker

Marta Miquel Escola Europea Intermodal Chief Business Officer Speaker

Orlando Reveco Escola Europea Intermodal Digital Product Manager Speaker

Noelia Ortega Centro Tecnológico Naval y del Mar CEO and Director Speaker

Caspar Curvers UTURN Head of Business Development Speaker

Pieterjan de Smet Tracked Founder & Managging Partner Speaker

Bart Adams xyzt.ai CTO Speaker

David Rodés Ocean Ecostructures CDO Speaker

Oriol Milà Biotop Antina Co-Founder & Oceanographer Speaker

Rafa Sánchez Vortex International Business Development Director Europe Speaker

Alejandro Samaniego Titanium Technology CEO Speaker

05-11-2024 16:50 05-11-2024 18:00 Europe/Madrid Start-ups Leading Sustainable Maritime Innovation

Emerging companies and start-ups in the maritime, logistics, and sustainability sectors will present their innovative solutions, offering a glimpse into the future of port technology and sustainability.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Tue 5 16:50h - 18:00h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

11:15h

Panel Session | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

How to Capitalise on the Transformative Power of AI

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Sergi Lopez IBM IBM Envizi ESG Suite Specialist Speaker

Paola Sánchez Aggity GreenwAIs Solutions Leader Speaker

Sheeba Varughese Port of Los Angeles Chief Information Officer Speaker

06-11-2024 11:15 06-11-2024 12:00 Europe/Madrid How to Capitalise on the Transformative Power of AI

Join us for a discussion on the potential impact of AI. With AI being relatively underutilized in the port industry until recently, this session offers valuable insights into the innovative applications that have begun to shape the landscape. Participants will engage in discussions on the transformative potential of AI technologies in optimizing port operations, enhancing efficiency, and addressing emerging challenges.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Wed 6 11:15h - 12:00h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All Passes

11:30h

Agora Event | TOMOROW.BLUE ECONOMY

America’s Cup 37 legacy: blue economy initiatives in Barcelona

Sasha Twining The Corporate Facilitator Journalist Moderator/Presenter

Anna Majó Barcelona City Council Director of Strategic Sectors and Innovation Speaker

Emma Cobos Port de Barcelona Innovation and Business Strategy Department Speaker

Climent Molins Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya Vice-rector for Transfer, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Speaker

Valentí Sallarès Institut de Ciències del Mar - CSIC Director Speaker

#Blue Growth, #Blue Tech, #Economic Models, #Innovation, #Public Space

07-11-2024 11:30 07-11-2024 12:00 Europe/Madrid America’s Cup 37 legacy: blue economy initiatives in Barcelona

The 37th America’s Cup (AC37) in Barcelona has showcased projects of economic, scientific and innovation legacy, especially within the context of the blue economy. The discussion will cover various initiatives in this area, such as blue entrepreneurship and employment projects, new blue spaces in the city, major events, public outreach, as well as future projects that help consolidate Barcelona as the Mediterranean Capital of the Blue Economy.

Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora

Thu 7 11:30h - 12:00h Hall 2 | Tomorrow.BlueEconomy Agora All passes