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2018 EUDA 25th Anniversary – Annual Conference at Bibliothèque Solvay in Brussels“THE EUROPEAN DREDGING INDUSTRY ADDING VALUE TO SOCIETY WORLDWIDE”

Date

15 November 2018

Place

Bibliothèque Solvay in Brussels

This year, the European Dredging Association (“EuDA”) celebrated its 25th Anniversary. The high-level event we organised, took place in the prestigious Bibliothèque Solvay in Brussels, on Thursday 15 November 2018 at 10.00am.

In order to celebrate this important milestone in the lifetime of an Association, EuDA was honoured with the presence of Mrs Maria Asenius, Head of Cabinet of Cecilia Malmström Commissioner for Trade.

Then EuDA gave the floor to high level stakeholders to present their views on some of our most impressive projects.

The conference was followed by a networking cocktail and a festive luncheon.

View the Conference Programme in detail and the Conference Attendance List.

Welcome and Opening:

  • Mr Alan Lievens
    EuDA Chairman

Keynote Speech: Keynote Speech

  • European Trade Strategy: overview of future perspectives
    European Commission
    Head of Cabinet to EU Commissioner for Trade, Cecilia Malmström
    Maria Åsenius

European Dredgers adding Value Worldwide:

  • Moderation: Dr Marc Gramberger, PROSPEX Managing Director
    “Short introduction of the conference theme and speakers..

Adding Value to Global Logistics Presentation

  • Presentation of the expansion of the Suez Canal.
    European Dredging Association
    Paris Sansoglou, Secretary General

Adding Value to Global Environment Presentation

  • Presentation of Building with Nature projects worldwide.
    Wetlands International
    Mrs Jane Madgwick, CEO

Adding Value to Global Society Presentation

  • Presentation of the Sigma Plan and new perspectives for coastal defences worldwide.
    Flemish Waterway NV
    Ir Wim Dauwe
    Head of Department Maritime Schelde and Sea Canal