Pragmatic Collaboration for a New Future in Ship Management! The 2025 ICEN Ship and Crew Management Seminar Concludes Successfully in Shanghai
From December 10th to 13th, 2025, the "2025 Ship and Crew Management Seminar," hosted by Shanghai ICEN Ship Management Co., Ltd. and co-organized by Shanghai Huayang Maritime Technology Development Co., Ltd., was successfully held at the Shanghai Chongming Jiaheyuan Resort. Senior executives and ship management experts from companies including Asia-Pacific Shipping (Yahai), Shanghai Huayang, Beijing/Shanghai Xinyusheng, CSSC Shipping Leasing, ClassNK (China), Jotun Paints, along with over 40 seafarer representatives, gathered together. Centered on the theme of "Pragmatic Cooperation, Continuous Growth, Winning the Future," the seminar facilitated in-depth exchanges on core issues such as safe ship operations and the enhancement of seafarers' professional capabilities.
At the opening ceremony, Mr. Yang Xiangdong, Director of Asia-Pacific Shipping, delivered the opening welcome speech. He warmly welcomed all participants and emphasized the significant importance of this seminar for advancing the ship and crew management industry. This was followed by addresses from Ms. Wang Xiaohua, General Manager of Shanghai Huayang, and Mr. Liu Shijun, CEO of Beijing Xinyusheng. Seafarer representatives, including Captain Chen Sai, shared insights based on their respective work management methods and practical experiences. These experiences, summarized from real-world operations, encompassed both specific, actionable management techniques and profound reflections on teamwork among crew members.
Multidimensional Topics Covering the Full Spectrum of Management
The seminar sessions focused on the pain points and challenges in ship and crew management. Industry veterans were invited to deliver content that was both professional and practical, comprehensively addressing core industry needs:
● Policy and Compliance: Mr. Ma Zhongya, Manager of the Marketing Department at ClassNK (China) Co., Ltd., provided an in-depth interpretation of the key implementation points post the enforcement of ship recycling conventions and IHM maintenance specifications, helping enterprises accurately grasp policy requirements. Captain Ai Ben from ICEN Ship Management offered practical, step-by-step guidance on handling PSC inspections based on real cases, aiding ships in mitigating compliance risks.
● Safety and Emergency: Mr. Tony Luo from CSSC Shipping Leasing shared insights on ship firefighting and emergency response, detailing emergency handling procedures for different scenarios. Captain Liu Huicheng (ASL SHEKOU) from Shanghai Xinyusheng analyzed route safety risks and countermeasures based on frontline practices in Red Sea transportation. Mr. Ji Zhongkun, Deputy General Manager of the Shanghai Branch of ClassNK (China) Co., Ltd., reinforced safety awareness among attendees through case studies of typical deficiencies in life-saving and firefighting equipment.
● Technology and Operations & Maintenance: The Jotun technical support team provided explanations on ship paint maintenance and application techniques, covering paint selection for different environments, application specifications, and maintenance tips. Experts including Chief Engineer Huang Feng, Manager of the Technical Department at Asia-Pacific Shipping, and Chief Engineer Chen Feng, Technical Superintendent, focused on core tasks for the engine and deck departments respectively. The former detailed preparation and monitoring points for main and auxiliary engines during heavy weather navigation, as well as standards for testing and maintenance records of ship lifting equipment. The latter conducted specialized training on risk control for dangerous goods transport and safety management of container transportation, offering a wealth of practical experience.
● Management Soft Skills: Mr. Zeng Shuren, General Manager of the Ship Management Company under Asia-Pacific Shipping, explored pathways to enhance the "soft skills" required for refined and professional ship management. He discussed aspects such as team collaboration, system improvement, and cultural development, providing new ideas for the long-term operation of vessels.
● Team Building: Shanghai Huayang meticulously organized team interaction activities. Through collaborative tasks, communication and rapport among participants were enhanced, laying a solid foundation for future industry cooperation.
The successful hosting of this seminar not only established a platform for pragmatic exchange among enterprises in the field of ship management but also, through the sharing of professional content and practical experience, contributed to elevating seafarers' professional capabilities and ship operational management standards. In the future, Shanghai ICEN Ship Management Co., Ltd. will continue to center on "Pragmatic Cooperation," bringing together industry forces to jointly promote the high-quality development of the ship and crew management sector.
