Post COVID 19, the maritime industry witnessed its first in-person event which concluded successfully in Dubai. Organised by Biz Events Management, ShipTek 2021 – An International Conference on Marine, Offshore and Oil & Gas Industry and International Maritime Awards, celebrated its astounding 14th edition at Dusit Thani Hotel, Dubai scheduled on 7th – 8th June, 2021, the conference was inaugurated by IMC President & Founder Chairman & CEO, Aries Group of Companies Dr. Sohan Roy and the Keynote address was given by HE Khamis Juma Buamim, Chairman & Founder of KBI-UAE; Chairman of DCMMI Emirates & Dubai Council for Marine & Maritime Industries; Ex Board Member - MD & Group CEO of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC and Ex-Chairman of Drydocks World & Maritime World. The event was organized following all COVID protocols as directed by the UAE Government.
Launched in the year 2008, ShipTek 2021 is one of the most celebrated maritime events which is eagerly anticipated by the industry. ShipTek is a perfect platform for industry professionals to discuss and engage in insightful discussions, network with likeminded peers and, strike deals to take business to next level. This edition once again witnessed an impressive line up of speakers who discussed on the present and future of maritime industry.
Besides the much-appreciated conference, the event also witnessed a dazzling award ceremony where industry veterans who have been instrumental in proposing creative solutions were honored for their accomplishments. The ShipTek 2021 Top Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award was bestowed upon Mr. Bader N. Alkhashti, Chairman, Kuwait Oil Tanker Company (KOTC). ShipTek - Individual Excellence Awards were presented to few of the renowned Maritime Professionals:
| Capt. Abdulkareem Al Masabi | ADNOC Logistics & Services | CEO of the Year Award |
| Mr. Eugene Mayne | Tristar Group Founder & Group CEO | Maritime Personality of the Year Award |
| H.E. Hessa Al Malek | Executive Advisor to Minister for Maritime Affairs, UAE Ministry for Energy and Infrastructure | ShipTek Award for Maritime Competitiveness & Leadership |
| Capt. Ahmad Bin Dalmook | The Office of H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Director of Yachts | Excellence in Professional Services – Marine Award |
| Dr. M. Abdul Rahim | ClassNK,Middle East and South Asia, ClassNK, Managing Director | Excellence in Professional Services - Marine Statutory Affairs Award |
