From Deal to Delivery | YoungShip x DS Norden | 13 November 2025
This event is fully booked. Join the waitlist and we will let you know if any spots open up!
Join us for an exclusive evening with DS NORDEN, one of Denmark’s oldest and most global shipping companies, and discover how they move the world’s essential goods across oceans — from deal to delivery.
How does DS NORDEN make bold commercial decisions in a volatile market? And what does it take to turn strategy into action at sea? This event offers a behind-the-scenes look at how global trade comes to life through people, purpose, and precision.
Throughout the evening, we’ll explore:
⚓️ Get to Know NORDEN – Our people, our purpose, and what makes us move
with Jesper Andersen, Head of Capesize
📈 Chartering Decoded – How we read the market and make bold decisions
with Jesper Andersen, Head of Capesize
🚢 Operations Unleashed – Where strategy meets execution at sea
with Jens Malund Jensen, Head of Operations & Emilie Hartmann-Bossen, Assistant Operations Manager
Expect an evening of insights, exchange, and networking with peers from across the maritime industry!
Agenda:
17.00 Arrival at NORDEN HQ (Strandvejen 52, Hellerup) & welcome drinks
17.50 Welcome by the YoungShip Board
18.00 Presentations from NORDEN
19.00 Networking with drinks & food
20.30 Evening continues at nearby bar!
This event is fully booked. Join the waitlist and we will let you know if any spots open up! Register here : https://youngshipdk.nemtilmeld.dk/3/
YoungShip x Gorrissen Federspiel | Panel Debate | 9 October 2025
YoungShip is delighted to invite you to an evening of insight, dialogue, and networking hosted together with Gorrissen Federspiel.
Join us for two engaging panel debates featuring leading CEOs and executives from the shipping industry:
Sailing Towards Net-Zero: Managing The Next Phase in Green Shipping
Moderator: Rikke Juul Hesse Rasmussen, Attorney at Gorrissen Federspiel
Speakers:
Jan Rindbo, CEO, D/S Norden
Anne Steffensen, CEO, Danish Shipping
Claus Grønborg, Chief Investment Officer, Maersk Tankers
Pernille Dahlgaard, Chief Impact Officer, MMMCZCS
Smart Seas: AI’s Role in Transforming Global Shipping
Moderator: Johan Hennings, Partner at Gorrissen Federspiel
Speakers:
Søren Meyer, Founder & CEO, ZeroNorth
Thomas Foege, Managing Director & Partner, Artificial Intelligence, Boston Consulting Group
Søren Steenberg Jensen, EVP & Head of Asset Management, Hafnia
Christian Hendriksen, Associate Professor, Department of Operations Management, Copenhagen Business School
The debates will be followed by a dinner with fellow industry professionals.
📍 Location: Gorrissen Federspiel
📅 Date: 9th October 2025
🕔 Time: 17:00
The evening continues with an afterparty at the Project from 22:00 – 00:00, where there will be 2-for-1 in the bar.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early via this link: https://youngshipdk.nemtilmeld.dk/2/
We look forward to seeing you there for an inspiring evening!
YoungShip x Dan-Bunkering | 11 September 2025
NB: New venue for drinks at KOKO!
Join us on the 11th of September for a special evening in collaboration with Dan-Bunkering! 🚢✨
Apart from insightful presentations and engaging discussions, you can as always expect great networking opportunities with fellow YoungShippers!
After the presentation, there will be a BBQ on Dan-Bunkering's terrace, before the evening continues at KOKO - first drink on us! 🎉 (note change of venue for drinks!)
Agenda:
17:00 – Arrival at Dan-Bunkering (Tuborg Havnevej 15) & welcome drinks
17:30 – Welcome by the YoungShip board
17:40 – Presentation from Dan-Bunkering
19:00 – Networking with drinks & BBQ on the terrace
20:30 – Evening continues at KOKO – first drink on us!
Kindly make sure to sign up prior 4th September ⚓️
Sign up to the event here
YoungShip x Clarksons | Golf Event | 28 August 2025
The raffle for this event is completed. Winners have been contacted.
YoungShip and Clarksons are thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable evening at the Royal Golf Club – where golf meets good vibes! Whether you're a scratch golfer or have never swung a club before, this event is for you.
We’ll kick off the evening at the driving range, where a Royal Golf Club trainer will give an introduction before we swing into the fun games at the range. Rental clubs will be available for everyone, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm. Throughout the session at the driving range, you’ll get to test your skills (or luck!) in light-hearted competitions like longest drive and closest to the pin – perfect for both beginners and pros.
After the golf session at the driving range, there will be time to change and freshen up, followed by a laid-back dinner and drinks at the club. From there, we’ll keep the night going with a party bus into the city and an afterparty at Dan Turell, where the good times continue late into the night.
Whether you're coming for the golf, the social scene, or the afterparty – this is one you won’t want to miss!
🕓 Program
17:00 – Arrival at Royal Golf Club
17:30 – Driving range (intro, rental clubs & competitions)
19:30 – Dinner & drinks
21:00 – Party bus to the city
22:00 – Afterparty at Dan Turell
🎟 Sign-ups
This is an event with very limited spots.
To ensure everyone has a fair chance, we will raffle the spots among those who sign up.
Spots will be raffled off in pairs, so grab your golf-curious buddy from the shipping industry and get ready to swing into a great night!
Sign-ups will be open from 14 August 2025 to 20 August 2025 – stay tuned and don’t miss out!
Winners will be contacted one week before the event!
Raffle is completed. Winners have been contacted.
YoungShip x Young Propellers Club | Summer Drinks | 19 June 2025
Sign up via this link now.
We’re excited to invite you to our next event on Thursday, June 19th 2025, in collaboration with Young Propellers Club!
Join us for a relaxed summer evening by the canal at Rosforth & Rosforth, where we’ll enjoy good company, wine, and snacks in the sun. A great chance to meet fellow YoungShippers and make new connections across the maritime industry.
Details:
Rosforth & Rosforth, under Knippelsbro
From 17.00
Wine & snacks served
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sign up via this link now.
Powering the Future: Cadeler's Role in Offshore Wind | 12 June 2025
Join us on the 12th of June for an evening in collaboration with Cadeler, where we'll dive into the world of offshore wind and the technology, people, and innovation driving the industry forward. Cadeler plays a key role in the global energy transition, providing state-of-the-art vessels and expertise supporting offshore wind farm development. But what does it take to make these large-scale projects a reality? And who are the people behind the mission?
Throughout the evening, we'll explore:
🌊 This is Cadeler - A look into the company's journey with Davit Harutyunyan (Student Assistant, Marketing & Communications)
⚓️ Fleet Technology & Excellence - How cutting-edge engineering power's Cadeler's offshore wind vessels with Adrian Coman (VP - Head of Engineering)
👷🏽♂️ Our People, Our Strength - The onshore and offshore teams making it all happen with Josephine Knudtzon (Junior People & Culture Business Partner)
💚 Driving a Greener Future - How Cadeler is contributing to a sustainable energy transition with Kyle Matthew Honsinger (Sustainability Manager)
Apart from insightful presentations and engaging discussions, you can as always expect great networking opportunities with fellow YoungShippers!
Agenda:
17.00 Arrival (Cadeler HQ, Kalvebod Brygge 43) & welcome drinks
17.50 Welcome by the YoungShip Board
18.00 Presentations from Cadeler
19.00 Networking with drinks & food
20.30 Evening continues at Åben - first drink on us!
Register here (limited spots)!
Cheers to 500 YoungShip Denmark Members! | 2 May 2025
Thank you for the overwhelming support to this event. All spots are not filled, but sign up for the waitlist and we will let you know if any spots open up!
We're thrilled to announce that YoungShip Denmark has reached 500 members - a milestone that calls for a toast (or two)! 🥂
Join us for a cocktail party at Toldboden on the 2nd of May, where we'll be celebrating this achievement with great company and seaside vibes 🌊
Sign-up via this link is required (limited spots).
Event details
📍 Toldboden (Nordre Toldbod 18-24, Copenhagen)
🗓️ 2nd of May 2025, 17.30
🍸 Open bar between 17.30-20.00 so make sure to arrive on time
We look forward to seeing you there for a festive celebration!
YoungShip Denmark Annual General Meeting | 28 April 2025
Welcome to the 2025 Annual General Meeting of YoungShip Denmark on the 28th of April, 16.00. The meeting will be held online via Teams - please reach out to us if you would like to join.
Agenda:
- Election of Chair for the meeting.
- Presentation of YoungShip Denmark Annual Report 2024. The report outlines the association's activities over the past year. At minimum, the report should include information on how the association has fulfilled its purpose clause, especially activities taken to carry out activities in line with its objectives.
- Approval of YoungShip Denmark's financial accounts.
- Decision on any potential membership fees as of May 1st 2025.
- Discussion of submitted proposals.
- The Board suggests that the YoungShip Denmark - Articles of Association are confirmed by the Annual General Meeting. The articles are updated to match the other international YoungShip departments.
- Election of Board Members, alternates, and auditor.
- Any other business.
- The Board suggests to register the address of the association at Danish Shipping, Amaliegade 33, Copenhagen.
Unlocking the Role of AI in the Future of Shipping | 20 February 2025
Sign is open! Sign up via this link: Registration (waitlist)
We’re excited to invite you to our Q1 event on Thursday, February 20, 2025, in collaboration with Copenhagen Merchants Group! Join us for an evening session where we’ll dive into how artificial intelligence is shaping price predictions and market trends in the shipping and commodities industry - with insights from top experts and plenty of great conversations.
AI is already making waves in the shipping and commodities industry – helping us analyze markets more effectively, optimize logistics, and make smarter decisions. But what does this mean for the future, and how can we use these advancements to stay ahead of the curve?
During this session, we’ll cover:
- How data-driven predictions can improve market and price forecasting
- The role of AI in identifying trends and boosting efficiency
- How these developments affect the skills and expertise needed in shipping and commodities
With insights from industry experts, real-world examples, and interactive discussions, we’ll take a closer look at both the opportunities and challenges AI brings to the shipping and commodity trade industry.
Learn more about the Copenhagen Merchants Group at www.cmnavigator.com and www.copmer.com.
Agenda:
🕓 17:00 Arrival and welcome drinks at Copenhagen Merchants Group (Pakhus 48, Klubiensvej 22, 2150 København)
🕔 17:45 Welcome by the YoungShip Board
🕕 17:50 Introduction to Copenhagen Merchants Group
🕕 18:00 AI in Shipping – Expert presentations and discussion: Speaker 1
🕡 18:30 AI in Shipping – Expert presentations and discussion: Speaker 2
🕖 19:00 Networking with drinks & delicious food prepared by the CM chef
🕣 20:30 Evening continues at Dandy (Dronningens Tværgade 9, 1302 Copenhagen) - first drink is on us!
Don’t miss this chance to gain cutting-edge insights and connect with fellow YoungShippers!
Limited spots available.
Sign up via this link: Registration (waitlist)
Connect with Confidence: The Art of Networking | 14 November 2024
Welcome to our Q4 event on Thursday 14th of November at Kromann Reumert! Join us for an evening with Heidi Jønch-Clausen and the topic Connect with Confidence: The Art of Networking.
In the shipping industry, where connections and collaborations are key, a strong network can open doors, create opportunities, and drive success. Yet, many of us find networking challenging or even a bit awkward. Join us for an engaging workshop led by Heidi Jønch-Clausen, a leadership and communication coach at EY with a Ph.D. in communications. Heidi will guide us through a fresh, practical approach to make networking feel more natural and enjoyable!
In this dynamic session, we’ll dive into three essential networking skills:
- Persuasive self-presentation
- Inviting body language
- Energizing small talk
Through a blend of theory, hands-on practice, and dialogue, we’ll enhance our networking toolkit and build confidence to connect effortlessly. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your networking game and make meaningful connections that can shape your journey in the industry! 🫱🏽🫲🏼🌟
Agenda:
17:00 Arrival at Kromann Reumert and a glass of bubbles
17:45 Welcome by the Board
17:50 Introduction to Kromann Reumert
18:00 The Art of Networking with Heidi Jønch-Clausen
19:00 Networking with sandwiches & drinks
20:30 Evening continues at a nearby bar
Sign up via this link: Registration (opens 31 October 2024)
Limited spots available.