The Chinese and global economy is dependent on a well-functioning and healthy maritime transport industry. But in maritime transport in particular, there are limits to the carbon emission reductions that can be achieved by using existing technologies. New technologies need to be developed in order to ensure carbon neutrality, whether by 2050 or 2060. Developing and implementing entirely new maritime propulsion technologies and fuels requires international collaboration, due to the scale and urgency of the challenge. In this respect, China and Europe are natural partners within the maritime industry. They are global leaders within the industry, with the world’s five largest container shipping companies being based in either China or Europe. Moreover, China is the world’s largest shipbuilding nation, accounting for about 50 per cent of all tonnage being built globally, while many European companies and institutions are leaders in maritime technology

At this meeting, representatives of the China Association of National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI) and the China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) will jointly discuss how European ship manufacturers and ship operators can work together to form an industry pathway to decarbonisation.

• 2021-11-30 | 10:30 - 12:00
• European Chamber Office Beijing, 4th Floor, Room C405

The European Chamber is delighted to invite to the joint Working Group Meeting ‘Impact of Data Security Law and Personal Information Protection Law in Transport Sector’ at 3:30-5:00pm on Tuesday, 23rd November 2021 in European Chamber’s Beijing Office. Please note that this event will be held only in Chinese.

• 2021-11-23 | 15:30 - 17:00
• European Chamber Beijing Office, 4th Floor C405

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China is pleased to invite experts of the transportation industry to offer insights, trend analysis and predictions for the evolution of the sector, we welcome Jens Eskelund, Managing Director, Maersk China, Mats Harborn, President, Scania China Group, and Joel Sutherland, Managing Director Supply Chain Management Institute, Professor of Practice, University of San Diego School of Business. Join us Tuesday 1st September, 9:00am-10:15am (GMT+8) online via Zoom.

• 2020-09-01 | 09:00 - 10:15
• Online - Zoom Online Meeting Platform and in-person from the European Chamber Shanghai Office

The International Liner Shipping Working Group represents European liner shipping enterprises operating in China. It engages in dialogue with Chinese and European government representatives to work towards a more efficient and competitive environment in China, while promoting the interests of European liner shipping companies.
On June 4, the group will have their second discussion of the year.

• 2020-06-04 | 15:30 - 17:00
• Zoom meeting (online or via call in)

The International Liner Shipping Working Group represents European liner shipping enterprises operating in China. It engages in dialogue with Chinese and European government representatives to work towards a more efficient and competitive environment in China, while promoting the interests of European liner shipping companies.
On June 4, the group will have their second discussion of the year.

• 2020-06-04 | 15:30 - 17:00
• Zoom meeting (online or via call in)

Both the air freight and shipping industries are currently running into some turbulence. The air freight industry is being buffeted by the increasing winds of change and the shipping industry has to deal with the surge in rogue waves, both sparked by the outset of the COVID-19 global crisis.
Experts on both the air freight and shipping industries will present the current state of affairs, ways to cope with the situation and the possible future developments.

• 2020-04-30 | 14:00 - 16:00
• Online - Zoom (Link to be sent upon confirmation/registration)

Both the air freight and shipping industries are currently running into some turbulence. The air freight industry is being buffeted by the increasing winds of change and the shipping industry has to deal with the surge in rogue waves, both sparked by the outset of the COVID-19 global crisis.
Experts on both the air freight and shipping industries will present the current state of affairs, ways to cope with the situation and the possible future developments.

• 2020-04-30 | 14:00 - 16:00
• Online - Zoom (Link to be sent upon confirmation)

The International Liner Shipping Working Group will hold Chair elections on March 13, 15.30 China time. At that meeting, Position Paper issues as well as up-to-date relevant developments concerning the group will be discussed.

The Chairperson and Vice Chair play a crucial role in driving the Working Group, including a leading role in the drafting of the annual Position Paper, in communicating key messages to Chinese and European government authorities, and in steering activities of the Working Group. The ideal Chair and Vice Chair is a senior industry representative with relevant expertise and government contacts who has the time and willingness to support the Working Group for 12 months. Previous participation in the Working Group is essential. Before applying for the position of Chair or Vice Chair, we recommend that you obtain approval from your company.

The maximum duration of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson position is three consecutive years. Only candidates who are physically based in China are eligible to run for Chair or Vice Chair positions.

The International Liner Shipping Working Group is going to elect one Chair and one Vice Chair (in Shanghai).

• 2020-03-13 | 15:30 - 17:00
• Zoom meeting (online or via call in)

The International Liner Shipping Working Group will hold Chair elections on March 13, 15.30 China time. At that meeting, Position Paper issues as well as up-to-date relevant developments concerning the group will be discussed.

The Chairperson and Vice Chair play a crucial role in driving the Working Group, including a leading role in the drafting of the annual Position Paper, in communicating key messages to Chinese and European government authorities, and in steering activities of the Working Group. The ideal Chair and Vice Chair is a senior industry representative with relevant expertise and government contacts who has the time and willingness to support the Working Group for 12 months. Previous participation in the Working Group is essential. Before applying for the position of Chair or Vice Chair, we recommend that you obtain approval from your company.

The maximum duration of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson position is three consecutive years. Only candidates who are physically based in China are eligible to run for Chair or Vice Chair positions.

The International Liner Shipping Working Group is going to elect one Chair and one Vice Chair (in Shanghai).

• 2020-03-13 | 15:30 - 17:00
• Zoom meeting (online or via call in)

Chinese government authorities have recently issued a series of policies and draft amendments to push forward the establishment of the Social Credit System (SCS). Foreign enterprises are particularly concerned at how the SCS could affect the business operation of their Chinese subsidiaries.

As the Social Credit System will be largely in place by the end of 2020, SCS is no longer just a vision. With the window of opportunity rapidly closing for companies to prepare for these regulatory ratings, companies need to stay alert for the upcoming the SCS and expect that heavy non-compliance will immediately lead to a listing as a distrusted entity, followed by costly sanctions.

• 2019-11-29 | 16:00 - 17:30
• European Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai