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February 8th, 20172017 Global Ports Forum Award Categories Details
February 7th, 2017Global Ports Forum Awards – Dubai 02 February 2017
Global Ports Forum is committed to improve Global Ports and furthering the interests of the ports globally through collaborations among members of the ports eco system.
In continuation of this commitment, GPF has taken several initiatives to organize Global Port Forum event (01-02 February) and Global Port Forum Awards (02 February) 2017; at Dubai, UAE which is the centre of Global Maritime activities and Hub of major Trade routes.
Primary objective of The Global Ports Forum Awards is to recognise the most valuable contribution made by the organizations and professionals in different Areas of Ports and Terminals industry and acknowledge their roles and achievements.
Based on nominations received from worldwide organizations and recent events in the Ports and Terminals industry, The Global Ports Forum Awards 2017 Jury, used a well defined criteria and process for selection of award winners under each category. After detailed deliberations and discussions, the prestigious Panel of Jury will reach consensus in its selection of the winners under each category using the following criteria:
Sr. Award Category Criteria
| 1 | Bunkering Port / Bunkering Infrastructure of The Year | Port/Terminal offering facilities for all grades of bunkering in manner most convenient to vessels with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 2 | Bulk Commodities Port / Terminal of The Year | Port/Terminal specializing in Bulk Commodities, enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 3 | Bulk Liquid Port / Terminal of The Year | Port/Terminal specializing in Bulk Liquid, enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 4 | Container Terminal Operator of The Year | Port/Terminal specializing in Container Terminal Operations, enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight
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| 5 | Cruise Terminal Operator of The Year | Terminal specializing in handling Cruise Liners, focussed on enhancing passenger facilities and comforts, with value added quality services for leisure and recreational facilities for Customers delight
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| 6 | Ferry Terminal Operator of The Year | Terminal specializing in handling ferries, focussed on enhancing passenger facilities and comforts, with value added quality services for leisure, recreational and vehicles facilities for Customers delight
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| 7 | Free Trade Zone of The Year | A duty free and tax free trade zone offering comprehensive and industrial facilities and amenities with multimodal logistics connectivity and proximity to ports for seamless movement of export / import |
| 8 | Green Port / Terminal of The Year | Port/Terminal with mission of environmental conservation policies and sustainable development, using green equipment and machinery and Green House Gas emission control measures and investments |
| 9 | Maritime Services Provider of The Year | Organization proving comprehensive Maritime services from Technical services to vessel husbanding; manpower and agency functions with transparent policies and highest quality standards |
| 10 | Maritime Training / Education Service provider of The Year | An international Maritime Education service institute offering Comprehensive and innovative training solutions; regular and consistent training delivery of highest standards and quality of education
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| 11 | Port/Terminal Inter Modal Solutions Provider of The Year | Port/Terminal providing end to end logistics service solutions, enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight
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| 12 | Oil / Gas Port / Terminal of The Year | Port/Terminal specializing in Oil/Gas Operations, enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight
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| 13 | Port / Terminal Software / Operating system of The Year | An integrated, easy to implement and practicable Port/Terminal operating software/system covering all operations for effective data management in order to support on line decision making. |
| 14 | Port /Terminal Construction Contractor of The Year | An international Port/Terminal construction contractor offering innovative constructions contributing to revolutionary, cost effective, optimum, quality processes.
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| 15 | Port /Terminal Cargo Handling Equipment Supplier of The Year | Best in class Port/Terminal cargo handling equipment supplier enhancing productivity, improving energy efficiency, with low maintenance and low downtime. |
| 16 | Port / Terminal Engineering / Technical Innovation of The Year | An innovative Engineering / Technology in an international Port/Terminal contributing to revolutionary, cost effective, optimum, quality shipping / cargo handling / maritime industry related processes.
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| 17 | Port / Terminal Digital Innovation of The Year | An innovative IT/Software solution in an international Port/Terminal contributing to revolutionary, cost effective, optimum, quality shipping / cargo handling / maritime industry related processes.
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| 18 | Port / Terminal Concession / Deal of The Year | A Port / Terminal Concession deal proving best value for investment offering win-win proposition for all stakeholders |
| 19 | Port / Terminal Technology and R&D of The Year | An integrated, easy to implement and practicable Port/Terminal operating system / technology covering all operations for effective management in order to support real time decision making |
| 20 | Port / Terminal of The Year – Africa | Port/Terminal in Africa enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 21 | Port / Terminal of The Year – Australia / New Zealand | Port/Terminal in Australia/New Zealand enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 22 | Port / Terminal of The Year – China | Port/Terminal in China enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 23 | Port / Terminal of The Year – Central America and Caribbean | Port/Terminal in Central America and Caribbean enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 24 | Port / Terminal of The Year – North Europe | Port/Terminal in North Europe enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 25 | Port / Terminal of The Year – South Europe | Port/Terminal in South Europe enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 26 | Port / Terminal of The Year – Western Europe | Port/Terminal in Western Europe enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 27 | Port / Terminal of The Year – Middle East | Port/Terminal in Middle East enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 28 | Port / Terminal of The Year – North America | Port/Terminal in North America enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 29 | Port / Terminal of The Year – South America | Port/Terminal in South America enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 30 | Port / Terminal of The Year – South East Asia | Port/Terminal in South East Asia enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 31 | Port / Terminal of The Year – North East Asia | Port/Terminal in North East Asia enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 32 | Port / Terminal of The Year – Indian Sub Continent | Port/Terminal in Indian Sub-continent enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth providing value added quality services for Customers delight |
| 33 | Process Compliant Port / Terminal of The Year | An international Port/Terminal with well defined processes and systems in place as per relevant ISO standards; following regular quality inspections with minimum degree of non-compliance |
| 34 | Safe and Secure Port / Terminal of The Year | An international Port/Terminal with well defined safety and security systems and processes in place in line with international safety standards and trained manpower complying with ISPS regulations. |
| 35 | Customers Value Creator Port / Terminal of The Year | An international Port/Terminal, focussed on Value Proposition and USP for majority of services; enhancing capacity & productivity with sustainable & consistent growth for Customers delight
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| 36 | CSR pursuer Port / Terminal of The Year | A Port/terminal organization which have a significantly positive impact on lives of stakeholders through well defined CSR mission and assigned budget demonstrating commitment to port communities. |
| 37 | Port / Terminal CEO of The year | Leader of the Port / Terminal with dynamic approach for efficiency and effectiveness to deliver value added services to customers and providing effective leadership for enhancing stakeholders’ value
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| 38 | Port / Terminal Visionary of The Year | A natural leader with Long Term vision for the overall development and investment decision maker to prepare Ports and Terminals to be future ready.
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| 39 | Life Time Achievement in Port / Terminal Industry | Life-long contribution to industry towards significant Port / terminal performance and effectiveness and
Significant contribution for development and growth of Port / Terminal Business.
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| 40 | Newsmaker of The Year in Port / Terminal Industry | An international Port/terminal with Significant coverage in news media through Impactful Events or developments attracting highest publicity with most readership
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| 41 | Port Authority of The Year | An international Port Authority balancing interests of all stakeholders, implementing progressive and development oriented policies with environmental sustainability
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| 42 | Port / Terminal Professional of The Year | Port/terminal professional with Significant Hands-On Contribution for performance and productivity of the Port / Terminal Business.
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| 43 | Woman of The Year in Ports & Terminals | Woman Leader of the Port / Terminal with dynamic approach for efficiency and effectiveness to deliver value added services to customers and providing effective leadership for enhancing stakeholders’ value
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| 44 | Port/Terminal Financier of The Year | Innovative structuring of port finances via private or public financing methods with the lowest financing costs possible to the stakeholders satisfaction.
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| 45 | Hall of Fame | An exemplary role model of Unparallel standing in the Port and Terminal Industry |
Guests can look forward to an evening for networking among senior professionals of Ports / Terminal and supporting industries in a relaxed environment along with enjoying the achievement awards.
Dress Code: Formal suits / National dress for Gentlemen, Gowns / Cocktail Dresses for Ladies.
Global Port Forum will continue to strive and provide a common platform for the professionals of Ports and Terminals industry.
We look forward to your active participation and valued contributions for success of your Award Dinner
Ticket costs:
On or Before 1 Dec 2016: The ‘Early Bird’ Ticket Rate is USD$499 – Save USD$100!
Special Offer! – 10 Delegates for the Price of 8 in This Category! Save USD$998!
From 2 Dec 2016: The Regular Ticket Rate is USD$599
Special Offer! – 10 Delegates for the Price of 8 in This Category! Save USD$1198!
Note: Ticket for Dinner does not include the cost of accommodation and travel to the event.
H. E. Mohammed Sharaf, Asst Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Economic and Trade Affairs of United Arabs Emirates & the retired Group CEO of Dubai Ports World Group (2005 to Jan 2016) had consented to be the Guest Of Honor for the Awards Dinner. Come join us to Celebrate with Achievers of Excellence at the Global Port Forum Awards Dinner, Hyatt Regency Dubai, 2 Feb 17
February 7th, 2017H. E. Mohammed Sharaf, Asst Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Economic and Trade Affairs of United Arabs Emirates & the retired Group CEO of Dubai Ports World Group (2005 to Jan 2016) had consented to be the Guest Of Honor for the Awards Dinner. Come join us to Celebrate with Achievers of Excellence at the Global Port Forum Awards Dinner, Hyatt Regency Dubai, 2 Feb 17
An invitation to participate at the Global Ports Forum Awards Dinner, 2 Feb 2017, Hyatt Regency Dubai, UAE.
Dear Industry Colleague,
In continuation of our commitment of improving global ports and furthering the interests of ports globally through collaborations among members of the port ecosystem, we are pleased to announce the inauguration of the Global Ports Forum Awards 2017.
These Awards will coincide with the 2nd Global Ports Forum Dubai to be held on 01-02 February, 2017, and will be given out during The Global Ports Forum Award 2017 Dinner, to be held at Hyatt Regency Dubai on 02 February 2017 evening.
The Global Port Forum Awards 2017 will recognise the most valuable contribution made by professionals in different areas of Ports and Terminals Industry and acknowledge their roles and achievements in the following categories:
1. Bunkering Port / Bunkering Infrastructure of The Year
2. Bulk Commodities Port / Terminal of The Year
3. Bulk Liquid Port / Terminal of The Year
4. Container Terminal Operator of The Year
5. Cruise Terminal Operator of The Year
6. Ferry Terminal Operator of The Year
7. Free Trade Zone of The Year
8. Green Port / Terminal of The Year
9. Maritime Services Provider of The Year
10. Maritime Training / Education Service Provider of The Year
11. Port / Terminal InterModal Solutions Provider of The Year
12. Oil / Gas Port / Terminal of The Year
13. Port / Terminal Software / operating system of The Year
14. Port / Terminal Construction Contractor of The Year
15. Port /Terminal Cargo Handling Equipment Supplier of The Year
16. Port / Terminal Engineering / Technical Innovation of The Year
17. Port / Terminal Digital Innovation o f The Year
18. Port / Terminal Concession / Deal of The Year
19. Port / Terminal Technology and R&D of The Year
20. Port / Terminal of The Year – Africa
21. Port / Terminal of The Year – Australia / New Zealand
22. Port / Terminal of The Year – China
23. Port / Terminal of The Year – Central America and Caribbean
24. Port / Terminal of The Year – North Europe
25. Port / Terminal of The Year – South Europe
26. Port / Terminal of The Year – Western Europe
27. Port / Terminal of The Year – Middle East
28. Port / Terminal of The Year – North America
29. Port / Terminal of The Year – South America
30. Port / Terminal of The Year – South East Asia
31. Port / Terminal of The Year – North East Asia
32. Port / Terminal of The Year – Indian Sub Continent
33. Process Compliant Port / Terminal of The Year
34. Safe and Secure Port / Terminal of The Year
35. Customers Value Creator Port / Terminal of The Year
36. CSR Pursuer Port / Terminal of The Year
37. Port / Terminal CEO of The year
38. Port / Terminal Visionary of The Year
39. Life T ime Achievement in Port / Terminal Industry
40. Newsmaker of The Year in Port / Terminal Industry
41. Port Authority of The Year
42. Port / Terminal Professional of The Year
43. Woman of the Year in Port & Terminals
44. Port/Terminal Financier of The Year
45. Hall of Fame
2017 Global Ports Forum Award Categories Details
Award winners will be finalised by a jury comprising of Global Ports Customers & Senior Port Experts from the Global Ports Council through a transparent well defined process and applying common criteria in each category of the awards.
In the meantime, we look forward to your valuable inputs by 31 October 2016 covering the following:
- Provide us details of your organization / concerned personnel who are competent to stake a claim to one or more awards among the above listed categories.
- Please send a brief note describing justification for your claim to the relevant award, based on these the jury will finalize the list of award winners.
- Short listed nominees will be announced well in advance and their presence is desirable at the Global Ports Award Dinner event.
Guests can look forward to an evening for networking among senior professionals of Ports / Terminal and supporting industries in a relaxed environment along with enjoying the achievement awards.
Dress Code: Formal suits / National dress for Gentlemen, Gowns / Cocktail Dresses for Ladies.
Global Port Forum will continue to strive and provide a common platform for the professionals of Ports and Terminals industry. We look forward to your active participation and valued contributions for success of your Award Dinner
Ticket costs:
On or Before 1 Dec 2016: The ‘Early Bird’ Ticket Rate is USD$499 – Save USD$100!
Special Offer! – 10 Delegates for the Price of 8 in This Category, total costs only USD$3992. Save USD$998!
- From 2 Dec 2016: The Regular Ticket Rate is USD$599
Special Offer! – 10 Delegates for the Price of 8 in This Category, total costs only USD$4792, Save USD$1198!
Note: Ticket for Dinner does not include the cost of accommodation and travel to the event.
To register, please submit the following details to thomasng@globalportsforum.com:
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Please supply confirmation via email of the TT from your bank. Transmitting bank charges must be paid by sender. Please quote both delegate and company name as reference.
Kindly note that as we are providing a special rate for ‘early bird’ sign up, we will need to receive your company payment by 1 Dec 2016 to enjoy the discount.
We had compiled a Training Calendar for 2017, corrected as at 14 December 2016:
GPF_Training_Calendar 2017 Consolidated 14 Dec 2016
Details of GPF executive workshops/forums in the upcoming few months include:
- Executive Workshop on Excellence in Negotiating & Managing Contracts, Jan 4-5 2017, Singapore
- Executive Workshop on Reefer Container Logistics, January 12-13, 2017, Singapore
- 3rd Executive Workshop on Investment Strategies for Green / Brown Field Port Projects, 28-29 Jan 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- 3rd Executive Workshop on Ports Financing and Investing, 28-29 Jan 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- 3rd Executive Workshop on Multi-Purpose Terminal Business & Operations, 30-31 Jan 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- 2nd Executive Workshop on InterModal Solutions – Value Creation, USP identification & Market Positioning for Ports & Terminals, 30-31 Jan 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Executive Workshop on Use of Automated Guided Vehicles and drones in Ports and Terminals, 30-31 Jan 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- The 2nd Global Ports Forum, 1-2 February 2017, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Executive Workshop on Reefer Container Logistics, 1-2 Feb, 2017, Dubai, UAE
globalportsforum.com/executive-workshop-on-reefer-container-logistics-february-01-022017-dubai-uae/
- 2nd Executive Workshop on Use of Technology for Ports and Terminals, 1-2 Feb, 2017, Dubai, UAE
- The Global Ports Forum Awards, 2 Feb 17, Dubai, UAE
globalportsforum.com/global-ports-forum-awards-dinner-2-feb-17-dubai-uae/
- 2nd Executive Workshop on Advanced Shipping Business, Feb 2-3, 2017, Singapore
- Executive Workshop on Excellence in Public-Private Partnership Infrastructure Contracts for Non-Legal Professionals – Practical Understanding of Legal and Common Commercial Clauses, 6-7 Feb 2017, Singapore
globalportsforum.com/forthcoming-gpf-executive-programmes/executive-workshop-on-excellence-in-public-private-partnership-infrastructure-contracts-for-non-legal-professionals-practical-understanding-of-legal-and-common-commercial-clauses-19-20-dec-16-sin/
- Executive Workshop on Bulk Liquid Terminals – A Comprehensive Overview for potential Investors, 6-7 Feb, 2017, Singapore
- 2nd Executive Workshop on Investment Strategies for Green / Brown Field Port Projects, 9-10 Feb 2017 Singapore
globalportsforum.com/forthcoming-gpf-executive-programmes/global-ports-forum-presents-executive-workshop-on-investment-strategies-for-green-brown-field-port-projects-29-30-sep-2016-singapore/
- Executive Workshop on Excellence in Port Operations, 13-14 Feb 2017, Singapore
- Executive Workshop on Global Trade, Macroeconomic Policy and the Impact on Regional Trade and Shipping, 20-21 Feb 2017, Singapore
- 2nd Executive Workshop on InterModal Solutions – Value Creation, USP identification & Market Positioning for Ports & Terminals, 23-24, Feb 2017, Singapore
- 2nd Executive Workshop on Bulk Liquid Terminals, Commercial Considerations for Investment & Financing, March 6-7 2017, Singapore
- Executive Workshop on Excel in Developing, Implementing & Managing Service Level Agreements, 13 & 14 March 2017, Singapore
- 2nd Executive Workshop on Strategic Planning for Ports & Terminals, 3-4 April 17, Singapore.
- Executive Workshop on Excellence in Managing Tenancies / Leases – Landlord and Tenant Obligations in Business Tenancies, Apr 4-5 2017 Singapore
- Executive Programme on Achieving Excellence in Winning Deals & Effective Sales Management – Proven Techniques & Insights for Ports & Terminals, April 17-21, 2017, Singapore
- 2nd Executive Workshop on Multi-Purpose Terminal Business & Operations, April 24-25, 2017, Singapore
- Executive Workshop on Effective Concession Agreements for Ports & Terminals, 24-25 April, 2017, Singapore
Looking forward to welcome you to our Awards Dinner/Forums/Executive Workshops.
Kind regards
Thomas Ng
Chairman
The Global Ports Forum
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Terms & Conditions:
No delegate registration will be accepted without completing registration details and full payment.
Upon receipt of your registration details and full payment, further programme information will be emailed to you including your proforma invoice and, if required, a letter of invitation for entry visa application.
Delegates will not be admitted unless payment has been received in Full.
Flights, Airport Transfers and Accommodation are not included in your delegate registration fee.
Refund Policy – a reimbursement of the registration fee, minus administrative charges will only be made if the participant has notified Global Ports Forum Pte. Ltd. in writing that he/she is unable to attend the event no less than 45 days prior to the commencement of the event. No cancellation is allowed after that, but a replacement with another participant is allowed.
This programme is subject to change without notice, E&O.E.