Hwy H2O Conference 2008 Change Leadership
Date: November 4–5, 2008
Location: Toronto Airport Marriott
Module 1: Changing Markets
Module 3: The Status of Short Sea Shipping
The ever-changing global economy impacts commodity flows on the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System. Speakers will address recent changes and specific commodities important to the System. This module will examine market shifts and rising operating costs, along with how this impacts charter rates and freight flows regionally, nationally and globally.
A moderated panel will present and discuss recent events and developments in short sea shipping on the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System. While new SSS services have come on line over the past few years, the ‘water route’ still remains a rather underutilized resource. This module will consider issues from the perspective of the user – what does the customer want and what changes do they have to make to incorporate SSS into their supply chain? Speakers with direct short sea shipping experience will share their experiences and expertise.
Module 2: Attracting New Cargo to the System – Alberta’s Oil Sands Ports along the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System are well-positioned to take advantage of the breakbulk and project cargo markets. Windmill components, oil and gas equipment, and other machinery have registered an increase in recent years. The marine mode has the potential to play a larger role in the transportation of cargoes destined for the Alberta Oil Sands. Speakers will go into depth on over dimensional cargo headed towards Alberta’s Oil Sands, looking at how most of it is currently being moved and whether viable alternatives are profitable enough to attract new stakeholders. Experts will examine what it takes to attract vessels into the system.
Module 4: Creative Solutions in the Supply Chain Presenters will describe real solutions to overcoming logistical challenges. Creative solutions in the supply chain that have improved customer satisfaction, profitability, or environmental performance will be discussed, whether it be through clever use of technology or the willingness to change operational procedures.
November 4–5, 2008 at the Toronto Airport Marriott
For more information on HWY H2O visit www.hwyh2o.com
901 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9W 1J5
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Registration Fee: The fee for the Hwy H2O Conference 2008 is $425.00 + $21.25 GST = $446.25 CDN. Hwy H2O Port Partners and Members are eligible for a discount. This opportunity includes luncheon, receptions, refreshments, networking breaks, continental breakfasts and original conference materials. Payment is required in advance and can be made by company cheque, VISA or MasterCard. Please see contact information to the left. Credit card registrations will appear as The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation on your statement.
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Offline Registration Form: For offline registration by cheque or VISA, please complete the registration form below and mail or fax it to the following contact information. Telephone: Kelly DiPardo @ 905•641•1932 Ext: 5377 Fax: 905•641•2018 Mail: The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation P.O. Box 370, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada L2R 6V8 Email: h2oconf_info@seaway.ca Make Cheque Payable to: The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation
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Conference Venue & Accommodation: The 2008 Hwy H2O Conference will take place at the Toronto Marriott Airport Hotel, 901 Dixon Road, Toronto. Please visit www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yyzottoronto-marriott-airport-hotel for more information about this hotel, including driving directions. The hotel is located minutes from the Pearson International Airport and is 30 minutes from downtown (traffic dependent). The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. For reservations, please call 1-800-905-2811. Be sure to mention “Hwy H2O Conference” to receive the special group rate of $159.00 S/D plus taxes. Reservations must be made by October 6, 2008 to receive the special group rate.
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Cancellations: Cancellations must be received in writing by Tuesday, October 28, 2008. You will be eligible for a prompt refund less a $30.00 administrative fee. If you register for the program and do not attend, you are liable for the full registration fee unless you cancel according to the terms stated above. If you are unable to attend, delegate substitution is permitted up to, and including, the day of the conference.