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The delegation of the NWFC will be headed by the Executive Director Sergey Nesvetov. He will take part in thematic events dedicated to the development of the fishing fleet. In particular, on the first day of the Maritime Congress, a strategic session "Far Eastern Fishing Fleet: regulation and development prospects" will be held, as well as a round table where experts will discuss the first results of the implementation of state support measures to increase the volume of fish products delivery along the Northern Sea Route.

The NWFC considers the venue of the Maritime Congress as an effective platform for dialogue. Sergey Nesvetov, for his part, attaches great importance to cooperation in the development, production and sale of high-tech industrial products, as well as the introduction of innovative solutions for the shipbuilding industry.

The North-West Fishing Consortium is a large Russian professional partnership of the Northern Fishing Basin, which unites 14 companies engaged in catching crabs and fish, as well as in processing and wholesale of the resulting seafood. The NWFC has one of the largest fishing fleets in the Northern Basin. More than 20 mining and auxiliary ships regularly sail to sea. The consortium currently has specialized crab and fishing factory vessels at its disposal, as well as transport ships engaged in delivering catch to shore. At the same time, the NWFC is actively investing in the construction of new vessels – among Russian customers, the Consortium is the leader in targeted investments in the renewal of the fishing fleet. Significant funds are also allocated for the modernization of the existing fleet and the construction of coastal infrastructure.

Dear colleagues!
For the first time, Vladivostok is hosting the Maritime Congress, which will bring together the largest market participants in maritime and river transport, shipbuilding and shipping from different regions of Russia and foreign countries – all those who are interested in developing cooperation with Far Eastern enterprises, not in word, but in deed. On behalf of the Government of Primorsky Krai, which acts as a co-organizer of such an important event for the industry, we are pleased to welcome the delegates of the Сongress in the hospitable Far Eastern land! 

The Far East is invariably among the leaders of the shipbuilding industry in Russia. It is here that the country's only large–tonnage shipbuilding shipyard, “Zvezda” Shipbuilding complex, is located, where Aframax-type oil tankers equipped with a dual-fuel propulsion system, reinforced ice-class gas tankers are being built, and work is underway on the world's most powerful “Leader” nuclear icebreaker. Today the shipyard demonstrates the highest technologies, and we are rightfully proud that such a complex was created here, in Primorye region, by the order of the Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Other enterprises, including those belonging to the structure of the United Shipbuilding Corporation, are successfully operating in the region. All of them are actively integrated into the all-Russian production and technological chains. Therefore, it is of particular importance to strengthen interregional ties and search for new suppliers, including abroad, which is largely what the “Maritime Congress – Far East” is aimed at. 

The transit trade routes between Europe and Asia go through our region. The Far Eastern basin accounts for more than a quarter of Russian seaports cargo turnover. Every second container in the country is transshipped through the ports of Primorye. And the role of the Far Eastern Federal District in the light of Russia's general focus on the East is only growing. This opens up new opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation.

Every year we confirm the status of Russia's eastern gateway to the countries of the Asia-Pacific region, and follow the course outlined by the president. We support a favorable investment climate and see positive results of the efforts made. Within the framework of the Maritime Congress – Far East, we invite everyone to a professional dialogue that will contribute to the further development and prosperity of the industry!

Governor of Primorsky Krai                                  Oleg Kozhemyako

The official delegation of the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping federal autonomous organization will be headed by Sergey Kulikov, Director General of the classification Society. The delegation will include the heads of key areas of the Register, as well as representatives of the Far Eastern branch of the Register of Shipping. They plan to participate in the plenary session and more than a dozen thematic sessions, including in the capacity of speakers. In addition, the stand of the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping will be presented at the exhibition of the Congress venue, where it will be possible to get acquainted with new projects in which the RS participates and discuss cooperation issues.

The Russian Maritime Register of Shipping dates back to 1913 and operates in all areas of the maritime industry. The main objectives of the RS are to ensure safe navigation of ships and reliable transportation of goods by water transport, the development of measures and standards aimed at preventing environmental pollution.

Currently, the Register is involved in the development of innovative cryogenic tank containers and a container for bulk cargo, which will be able to be operated in ports that are not fully equipped with the capacities of specialized bulk terminals. Also, the RS took part in the implementation of the project aimed at creation of a tank container with a receptacle made of polymer composite materials (PCM) for the transportation of dangerous goods. Amendments to the International Maritime Transport Code, developed with the direct participation of the Register, entered into force on January 1, 2024, which ensured the admission of such containers to the international maritime transport market. Further prospects for the development of the project are related to the development of international requirements for service container equipment made from PCM, which is also being conducted with the participation of RS specialists.

The delegation of Gazprom Fleet LLC will be headed by its CEO Yuri Shamalov.
More than 30 specialized professionals will take part in the work of the Maritime Congress in Vladivostok.

The Gazprom Fleet Shipping Company operates floating drilling rigs and specialized vessels for various purposes, and organizes and maintains onshore support bases. The company's fleet includes modern floating equipment capable of performing a wide range of work, including logistical tasks and functions to ensure maritime operations for the needs of Gazprom PJSC, while the ships are also available for chartering.

Since its creation, Gazprom Fleet has operated several dozen floating equipment. Currently, these are floating drilling rigs, gas carriers, floating regasification plant, transport and towing vessels, research, crane and passenger vessels. In particular, in 2023, the tugboat Vityaz was commissioned, designed to ensure the safe maneuvering of large vessels in ports, cargo handling, mooring and towing operations. In addition, Gazprom Fleet LLC carries out design and construction orders for Gazprom, supervises the progress of work performed, as well as acceptance of new vessels.

The Congress will be attended by a representative delegation of the Zvezda Shipbuilding complex consisting of more than 50 persons.
The heads of the Zvezda Shipbuilding complex will take part in the official events of the Maritime Congress in Vladivostok and deliver speech at the sessions of the business program. As part of the exhibition, a large-scale stand with an area of more than 150 square meters will be presented, where one can get acquainted with the latest technologies of large-tonnage shipbuilding. Contractor's Day will also be held on the basis of the Zvezda Shipbuilding complex, and excursions to the production facilities of the shipbuilding complex will be organized for the Congress delegates. 

Zvezda Shipbuilding complex is the only large–tonnage shipbuilding shipyard in Russia. It is being created in the city of Bolshoy Kamen in Primorsky Krai on by the order of the Russian President Vladimir Putin. Its capacities allow assembling vessels from blocks weighing up to 3,500 tons, which is 6 times bigger than the existing capabilities of other Russian plants. The company also features a high degree of production automation. Thanks to all its advantages, Zvezda will provide Russia with the most modern civilian fleet for the development of northern fields and year-round navigation along the Northern Sea Route. 

The construction of the shipyard facilities is carried out in parallel with the production program implementation. In total, Zvezda's order portfolio includes about 60 civil vessels, and more than 20 vessels are under active construction. The volume of metal processing over 8 years of activity amounted to about 80.5 thousand tons, the total deadweight of orders was over 3 million tons. 

In particular, Aframax-type oil tankers equipped with a dual-fuel propulsion system are being built at Zvezda's facilities: the fifth vessel was handed over to the customer at the end of 2023. Also last year, a unique operation was carried out to remove two vessels from the dry dock at the same time – the "Valentin Pikul” first shuttle tanker of the ARC 6 reinforced ice class and ARC 7 class “Sergei Witte” LNG tanker. In addition, the shipyard is working on the “Leader” world's most powerful nuclear icebreaker. 

The FESCO delegation will be led by Andrey Severilov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of PJSC "DVMP" during its participation in the Maritime Congress on May 30-31, 2024.

FESCO representatives will take an active part in the events of the business programme of the congress dedicated to logistics and international relations. New projects of the Group will be presented at the stand. An excursion to the Vladivostok Commercial Sea Port (VCSP), which is part of FESCO, will also be organised for the congress participants.

By the end of 2023, the FESCO transport group has risen from 35th to 33rd place in the top 100 largest container shipping companies in the world, the rating compiled by the Alphaliner analytical agency. FESCO has taken a similar position in the top 50 global container lines of the Linerlytica analytical agency. It is noteworthy that FESCO remains the only Russian maritime carrier in the top 50 of the two ratings. The Group is growing both in terms of its fleet size and its total capacity. Last year alone, seven vessels were accepted into the fleet, including four new ones.

In 2023, the Vladivostok Commercial Seaport updated its own record for container turnover, having processed more than 859 thousand TEU. Thus, for four years in a row, the VCSP has been the leader in container turnover in Russia. Last year, two new specialised container yards were equipped at the VCSP, increasing the terminal's total capacity by more than 2,000 TEU. Work is underway to create a new covered inspection platform at the port, which will speed up and facilitate the cargo inspections for the Russian Federal Customs Service.