YSB New year's reception - 23 January 2025
Happy New Year YoungShippers!
As the world marks the dawn of 2025, we are embracing the joy of the new beginnings a little differently - and we want YOU to be part of it!
YoungShip Belgium is keen to invite you to a New Year's reception to celebrate the past 2024 and to raise a glass to a bright 2025.
This time we go for a WineTastic! evening at De Natie for a network event which includes a wine tasting. Lets gather to celebrate not just the year ahead, but the special memories we have already made together and the new experiences ahead! Don't miss this opportunity!
For this event we ask a contribution of 10 euro for participation.
If you bring 2 new members you will get a special gift.
Thursday 23 January 2025
18:00 hrs - 21:00 hrs
De Natie
van de Wervestraat 18,
2060 Antwerpen
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Visit the Patania II - 03 December 2024
Get ready for a unique and exclusive visit to witness an extraordinary piece of technology—the Patania II.
During this exciting visit, representatives from Global Sea Mineral Resources (GSR), the deep-sea exploration division of the DEME Group, will share their insights into how this groundbreaking technology will play a crucial role in advancing global climate goals.
Don’t miss this chance to see innovation in action and learn how the Patania II will contrubute to a sustainable future!
Tuesday 03 December 2024
18:30 hrs - 22:00 hrs
De Meyer
Frank van Dykelaan 28
9140 Temse
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2024-12-03 - Visit to PATANIA II
Visit to MISSIMlab at Antwerp Maritime Academy - 22 October 2024
On December 13, 2023, the Antwerp Maritime Academy (AMA) proudly launched its state-of-the-art Mission Simulator (MISSIMl) Lab. This cutting-edge facility features the latest in simulation technology, allowing cadets and professionals alike to experience highly realistic scenarios that mirror the functional complexities of modern vessels.
The new infrastructure includes advanced bridge simulators, an engine room simulator, and a dedicated space for practicing with electronic charts (ECDIS) and communication between ships and shore. Whether you're navigating the bustling waters of the English Channel on a 300-meter container vessel or manoeuvring a large tanker into the Zandvliet lock, this immersive environment offers unparalleled training opportunities.
Ever dreamt of steering a massive vessel through some of the world’s busiest waters? Now’s your chance! Join us on 22 October for an exclusive opportunity to explore this groundbreaking training center firsthand.
After the session, feel free to join us for a networking moment, where you can share experiences and build valuable connections with fellow maritime professionals.
Tuesday 22 October 2024
18:30 hrs - 22:00 hrs
Antwerp Maritime Academy
Noordkasteel Oost 6
2030 Antwerp
Parking spots available in front of the main school building.
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"From contact to impact" by Portilog - 28 November 2024
Are you currently a team leader, or do you aspire to become one in the future? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join us for an inspiring and interactive course hosted by PORTILOG on November 28, 2024, at MCA Labs in Antwerp.
Program:
- 17:30h: Participants registration
- 18:00h: Start session by PORTILOG
- 20:00h: Bites and drinks by Atelier Puur
This hands-on session will be led by an expert lecturer and will cover key topics, including:
- 8 Essential Leadership Roles
- Managing Diverse Team Attitudes
- Leadership Skills in Action
The session will wrap up with a networking moment, offering a chance to connect, exchange ideas, and build valuable professional relationships.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and grow your career!
Thursday 28 November 2024
17:30 hrs - 22:00 hrs
MCA labs
De Gerlachekaai 20
2000 Antwerp
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Dredging and Maritime Sailing Regatta - 6 till 8 Septemeber 2024
This year YSB is planning to participate in the famous Dredging and marine regatta organized by the main dredging companies of Belgium and The Netherlands. In this year's edition DEME - our main sponsor - is the organizer of the event, and at such we have got a special invitation to participate. The event aims to connect with others within the maritime industry while sailing at Oosterschelde and enjoying evening activities. While the organizers are still defining final details, we would like to collect interested YSB members in participating in this event.
Brief agenda of the event: event will start Friday afternoon with a gathering at Zierikzee @ 18-19h, this day there will be a welcome drink. Saturday morning sailing event will start, and in the afternoon a BBQ and network activity will take place. Sunday morning people will leave the event and return home. Depending on the boat charter and the interest of YSB members Friday and Sunday boats will sail from/to home base, and member could join this extra sail. Please notice that a contribution of approximately 200EUR/p will be needed for this event including: boat, food and basic drinks. Friday dinner and Sunday Breakfast excluded. Exact price will be calculated and communicated once amount of members is known.
You dont need to have previous sailing experience, nevertheless you should be open to learn and actively participate as advised by the boat captain.
Dont wait to long and indicate your interest to participate becasue places are limited!
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Summer vibes: Sailing initiation and BBQ - 28 August 2024
Following the success of last year, we organise again a BBQ and sailing initiation at the RYCB at the Galgeweel!
The event will be organized on the 28th of August at 18:00h.
The sailing will be for a limited people. The first 30 people who register can secure their spot!
We ask a contribution of 18 euro in case you want to attend the sailing and the BBQ/drinks.
We ask a contribution of 8 euro in case you want to join the BBQ and drinks only.
In case the 30 spots for the sailing initiation are fully booked, you can still join for the BBQ and drinks.
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Company visit: CMB.TECH Hydrogen refuelling station - 04 july 2024
"Decarbonise Today, Navigate Tomorrow"
At CMB.TECH they build, own, operate and design large green marine and industrial applications. Applications that run on hydrogen and green ammonia, the fuels of the future!
Join us on a unique visit behind the scenes of the first multimodal hydrogen refuelling station Antwerp.
Thursday 04 Juli 2024
18:30 hrs lt
Mexicostraat 11
2030 Antwerpen
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Dragonboat Festival - 8 Jun 2024
Saturday 8th June is RACE DAY!
YoungShip Belgium will join the Hongkong Dragonboat race with its own dragonboat. Of course we need some enthusiastic members to row the 200m sprint together with us!
Join us for a fun and exiting day, and hopefully we can improve our record (01:19.94) from last edition in 2019!
Saturday 8 June 2024
09 - 15h
Kattendijkdok
Schengenplein
2000 Antwerpen
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Young Antwerp Anchorage - 30 May 2024
After a successful kick-off in 2022, the 2nd edition of Young Antwerp Anchorage (YAA) will take place on May 30!
Organized by Young FORWARD Belgium, Alfaport Voka, Antwerpse ScheepvaartVereniging (ASV): The Next Generation and YoungShip Belgium, this conference is focused on bringing together young professionals within the maritime industry, to learn, share ideas and network!
The event will consist of two parts:
- Conference as from 14h30
- Opening session (Maritime Sisters)
- Break-out sessions (Sustainability / Artificial Intelligence / Diversity & Talent)
- Panel discussion (Young entrepreneurs & the shipping business)
- Closing session
- Network event / reception as from 19h00
Thursday 30th May 2024
From 14h30 (conference)
From 19h (reception)
KAVA Congres Centrum
Consciencestraat 41,
2018 Antwerpen
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Company visit: Amoras - 18 Apr 2024
Wondering what happens with all the dredged material from the river Scheldt?
Join us on a unique visit behind the scenes of one of the world’s most innovative silt dewatering plants: AMORAS!
With over 500.000t dry material being treated and stored every year, this facility ensures that the Port of Antwerp can continue to prosper and grow, accommodating the new and future giants of the sea!
Already want to find out more? https://www.vlaanderen.be/departement-mobiliteit-en-openbare-werken/maritieme-toegang/havenprojecten/amoras
Thursday 18th April 2024
From 18 - 22h
Poldervlietweg 2
2030 Antwerpen
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