All events are held in English unless otherwise stated.
WISTA Norway, in collaboration with the Norwegian Maritime Authority, warmly invites WISTA members to an after work and networking session during the Maritime Week in Haugesund!
Date: Wednesday, 3 September
Time: 16:30 – 17:30
Location: Café Réné, Quality Hotel Maritim, Haugesund
This informal gathering is a great opportunity to connect with fellow members before the session “Økonomiske fremtidsbilder med Siv Jensen”, which starts at 17:30 at the same venue.
Register for the WISTA After Work here!
If you would like to attend the Siv Jensen session, please register here: Økonomiske fremtidsbilde med Siv Jensen
Note: The event is free, and you do not need a ticket to the Maritime Week to participate.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us on June 19 at 16:30 for the WISTA Norway Bergen Summer Fest, kicking off at the beautiful Grieg Gaarden!
We’re starting the evening with an engaging session on a highly relevant and exciting topic:
“Enabling Green Shipping: The Role of Insurers, Class Societies, and Flag States in Driving Maritime Decarbonization.”
Get inspired by insightful speakers and learn more about how wind technology and key industry players are shaping the future of sustainable shipping.
After the session, we’ll head to Fresquito to enjoy good food, refreshing drinks, and even better company.
Don’t miss this perfect combnation of industry insight and summer celebration – we look forward to seeing you there!
When: June 19, 2025 | 16:30
Where: Grieg Gaarden (C. Sundts gate 17-19, 5004 Bergen) , followed by Fresquito (Vågsallmenningen 1, 5014 Bergen)
Competing for the Future:
What can maritime do to ensure that it remains the leading mode of global transport?
We warmly invite you to an inspiring session at Nor-Shipping, where industry leaders will discuss the future of maritime and how we can secure its place as the backbone of global trade.
Date: June 5, 2025
Time: 14:30–16:00
Location: Lobby Stage at Nor-Shipping
Confirmed Speakers:
- Guy Platten – Secretary General, International Chamber of Shipping
- Captain Jaquelyn E. Burton – President, WISTA Norway
- Matt Duke – CEO, Grieg Maritime Group
- Øistein Jensen – Chief Sustainability Officer – Odfjell SE
- Namrata Nadkari – CEO Intent Communications
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from maritime’s top voices and engage in thought-provoking discussions about the industry’s path forward.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of international networking and celebration as we hand out the prestigious WISTA Norway Leadership Award. This is a unique opportunity to connect with maritime professionals from around the globe, share insights, and honor outstanding leadership in our industry.
Sponsored by WISTA Norway and DNB
Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Time: 16:00 – 18:30
Location: Ordførersalen, 7th floor, Høyres Hus, Stortingsgata 20, 0161 Oslo
Program:
- 16:00–17:00: Registration, mingling, and welcome drink
- 17:00–17:45: Welcome and Leadership Award presented by Marianne Sivertsen Næss (Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy) and fireside chat with Leadership Award Winner 2025
- 17:45–18:30: Light snacks and drinks
Heading to the DNV BBQ?
The nearest free shuttle bus to Høvik departs at 18:30 from Haakon VII’s gate 1, just a 5-minute walk from the event venue.
Discover the full WISTA Norway Waves of Change program and register here:
wistanorway.no/event/wista-norway-nor-shipping
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Which fuel (or fuels) are going to take us to 2050?
Join us and listen to insightful arguements on whether the measures recently enforced of FuelEU Maritime and approval og IMO MEPC 83 from are enough to accelerate the maritime sector’s transition. This event convenes a high-level industry panel to explore where the industry is right now in terms of achieving net-zero by 2050.
We are proud to announce our panelists
- Hege Økland (Managing Director, Hy2gen Nordic),
- Tuva Flagstad-Andersen (VP Regional Manager North Europe, DNV Maritime),
- Jacob Granqvist (VP Maritime, Gasum),
- Christos Chryssakis, Ph.D. (VP Energy and Regulations, Wallenius Wilhelmsen)
All skillfully moderated by Edward Glossop (Head of LNG & Ammonia, Bunker Holding)
Join us in Barcelona from the 22-24 October 2025, where under the theme “Powering the Future of Shipping & Trade: Global Energy in Challenging Times”, the carefully curated agenda will address the latest trends, challenges and opportunities in the maritime, trade and logistics sectors. Expect insightful and stimulating discussions, engaging sessions led by high-level speakers, and unparalleled networking opportunities designed to expand your knowledge and strengthen meaningful connections.
The WISTA International conference provides the ideal platform to collaborate, exchange insights, and shape the future of the industry.
Let us know you are attending at mail@WISTANorway.no and we will include you in our group!
Click below for more information and to register:
Join WISTA Norway for a Special Nor-Shipping Kickoff Event!
The Norwegian Shipowners’ Association invites all WISTA members to an inspiring evening of networking, industry insights, and practical tips to help you make the most of the following Nor-Shipping week.
Enjoy light catering, connect with peers, and get ready for a week full of opportunities.
Program:
17:30: Registration, mingling, and a welcome drink!
17:45: Welcome and introduction of Norwegian Shipowners’ Association, followed by Q&A
18:10: WISTA Norway – Introduction, latest updates, and Nor-Shipping program overview, with Q&A
18:35: Nor-Shipping presentation: “How to Navigate and Make the Best Out of the Week” by Sidsel Nordvik, with Q&A
19:00–20:00: Mingling and networking
Whether you are a seasoned attendee or new to Nor-Shipping, this event is the perfect way to connect, learn, and prepare for a successful week.
Check out the WISTA Norway Waves of Change programme and register here.
We are excited to welcome you to WISTA Norway’s annual summer event in Stavanger —a perfect opportunity to connect, unwind, and enjoy the best of the season together!
When: 21 August 2025, 18:00–21:00
Where: Simon Møkster Shipping AS,
Skogstøstraen 37, 4029 Stavanger, (Building 4, 3rd Floor)
We are delighted to announce;
- Magnus Møkster, Operation Engineer, third-generation – The history of Simon Møkster Shipping and the vision for the future of maritime technology.
- Caroline M. Sele, Operation Advisor – From Deck Apprentice to Operation Advisor – My Journey.
We are especially happy and proud to introduce our guest speaker this evening;
- Ann Irene Sem-Henriksen, Project Manager for the Restauration Crossings200 Commemorative Voyage (marking the 200th anniversary of the Restauration’s 1825 crossing from Norway to North-America)
Come mingle with friends, old and new, over refreshing drinks, and delicious finger food. This is your chance to catch up, share stories, and make new connections in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sign up now and latest by 18 August 2025 to secure your spot.
We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Sign-up for an amazing end of summer event
Gard is yet again hosting the WISTA Norway end of summer party.
Join us for an unforgettable event as Karen Davis, Managing Director of OCIMF, shares her expertise and insights into the future of the maritime industry. This is a unique opportunity to learn from a leader who has made significant contributions to maritime safety and innovation.
Dear WISTA members and friends,
We are excited to announce that we will be repeating last year’s successful event in Stavanger.
Mark your calendars for:
Date: December 11, 2025
Time and location: TBC
More details and the sign-up link will be available in the fall.
We look forward to seeing you there!