Oceanology Asia 2024 (OA 2024) concluded successfully on 27 September in Shanghai
Oceanology Asia 2024 (OA 2024) has come to a successful conclusion. The exhibition was held on 25-27 September 2024 at the CECIS, Shanghai. The 2024 Academic (International) Biennial Conference of the China Oceanology Society (CSO) and the Award Ceremony of the 2023 Natural Resources Science and Technology Prize, hosted by the Oceanic Society of China and the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Oceanography, were also held at the same time and in the same place.
The three-day exhibition attracted more than 200 marine science and technology brands and 5,000 marine science and technology industry professionals and media from more than 20 countries and regions, including Pakistan, Denmark, France, South Korea, Malaysia, the United States, Singapore, India, Indonesia, the United Kingdom and China. A total of 21 forums covering a wide range of marine science and technology fields were held during the exhibition, and 96 internationally renowned academicians and experts and scholars delivered brilliant keynote speeches. Through the exhibition display, conference forums and thematic exchanges, the exhibition, sharing and discussion of the current marine science and technology industry technology, the current development status, application and future development direction and challenges of marine science and technology instruments and equipment and each link of its industry chain were conducted from multiple perspectives, in multiple dimensions and in an all-round way, so as to strengthen the closeness of the communication and dialogue within the industry.
Gathering the world's famous brands, Showcasing scientific and technological innovations
As an industry event in the field of marine science and technology, OA 2024 focuses on internationalization and domestic independent research and development, with leading brands and innovative brands from home and abroad showcasing their leading products and solutions, such as Hao Han Electronics, Hong Hai, Seahawk Gako, Tong Sheng, Shandong Future Robotics, Deep Blue, Blue Shuttle, Lan Hai Tong, Hangzhou Hai Xun, Haidi Chong, Hangzhou Rely, Qingdao Surge, Ao Hai, RBR, Beijing Pusi, Qingdao Shenglan, South Ocean, Nortek, Hanjian, NOVASKY, OCEAN PHYSICS TECHNOLOGY LTD. etc. Famous brands and innovative brands from home and abroad with leading products and solutions will be on display. Rochester CEO said, ‘There are many of our potential customers at OA 2024 Ocean, the exhibition gives us more opportunities to be able to meet new customers, contact new projects, and have in-depth exchanges with many professionals.’
It is worth mentioning that a number of first-time exhibitors such as HANGZHOU AOHL OCEAN TECHNOLOGY CO..LTD, JIANGSU KOROPP MARITIME TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD, OCEAN PHYSICS TECHNOLOGY LTD. ,and other brands also gained a lot of benefits, saying that OA 2024 Ocean was precise in terms of users, strong in professionalism, and hot on the spot, and the products on display attracted the attention of many professional visitors. The star product display area gathered the latest achievements and innovative breakthroughs in the field of global marine science and technology, and a series of remarkable star products not only represented the cutting-edge level of the industry, but also a powerful engine to promote the development of the blue economy.
Industry experts group visit, Efficient docking to learn from the event together
One of the highlights of this year's exhibition is the large-scale participation of groups, 48 groups from the East China Sea Marine Safety Centre of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, Institute of Acoustics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian University of Science and Technology, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shenyang Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the South China Sea Survey Centre of the Ministry of Natural Resources, etc. visited the exhibition, and the on-site exchanges were warm and the negotiation and cooperation were frequent, which highlights the important role of the exhibition in promoting the industry exchanges and the technical cooperation. The important role of the exhibition in promoting industry exchanges and technical cooperation. ‘OA Ocean Expo is really an industry event, allowing us to feel the vitality of the development of the marine science and technology industry at the show. The exhibition helped us quickly find the products and services we needed, and it was a great visiting experience!’ said the professional visiting group from Indonesia.
Theme forum gathering of wise men, In-depth exchanges to navigate the future
Oceanology Asia 2024 (OA 2024) will be held concurrently with 14 series of brand, professional, and technical forums, including The 2024 Academic (International) Biennial Conference of the China Oceanographic Society (CSO), the 2024 World Ocean Science and Technology Conference（OA Plenary）, Smart Ocean Engineering Technology Innovation Conference, Deep-Sea Mining and Ocean Renewable Energy Integration Development Forum, focusing on hot topics of the moment such as Navigation & Positioning, Ocean Observation, ROV/AUV/UUV, Marine Scientific Research, Buoyant Wind Power, Ocean Energy, Marine Satellite Remote Sensing, Marine Mineral Exploration, Overseas Promotion for Chinese Marine Instruments and Equipment, etc.
Cui Weicheng, Changjiang Scholar, manned deep-diving hero and former first deputy chief designer of Jiaolong, Yu Fei, researcher of Institute of Oceanography, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Luo Song, deputy chief engineer and researcher of China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC)'s 750 Proving Ground, Suleman Mazhar, professor of Harbin Engineering University, Mayakrishnan Machendiranathan, researcher and scientist of School of Ocean and Meteorology of Guangdong Ocean University, Xu Lixin, director and professor of Yangtze River Delta Ship and Offshore Equipment Technology Innovation Centre, Cui Lin, deputy director and researcher of American Bureau of Shipping Ltd. Machendiranathan; Professor Xu Lixin, Director of the Yangtze River Delta Ship and Offshore Equipment Technology Innovation Centre; Cui Lin, Deputy Director of the Yangtze River Delta Ship and Offshore Equipment Technology Innovation Centre and researcher; Lipman, Andrew James, Director of Underwater and Mining Operations of American Bureau of Shipping (China) Co. Nearly 100 experts and scholars from China, the United States, Canada, India, Pakistan and other countries and regions have had in-depth exchanges on the current research dynamics, technological innovation and industry development trends, and jointly discussed new ideas and strategies for industry development.
Five exciting activities to build bridges of communication and co-operation
A series of relaxing, innovative, professional and practical concurrent activities were brilliantly staged during the three days of the exhibition. Not only will there be hot PKs from renowned experts and scholars, but you will also be able to learn about the latest industry trends, conduct in-depth dialogues with industry leaders from different disciplines and tracks, integrate industry resources, and explore opportunities for cooperation.
Blue Navigators creates a communication and exhibition platform for outstanding academicians, researchers and senior experts from marine industry research institutions. Here, industry elites come together to share cutting-edge ideas and concepts, and accurately capture the latest industry information. At the same time, in order to further enhance the professional image and personal charm of marine science and technology practitioners, OA 2024 Ocean Expo has set up a Blue Whale Photo Studio to provide professional image photo building services for marine science and technology workers, which is a thoughtful initiative that has received enthusiastic response and active participation from many professionals at the exhibition site.
As a traditional highlight of the exhibition, this year, Song Dalei, professor, doctoral tutor and director of the Innovation Education Practice Centre of the School of Engineering of Ocean University of China (OUC), was still in charge of the camera, which attracted more than 41,000 people to visit the exhibition online and explore the cutting-edge technologies in the field of marine science and technology. OA Talk is a face-to-face interview with experts and scholars, focusing on 2 cutting-edge topics: ocean observation and monitoring, and new energy/new materials/new technologies. The Happy Hour Reception provides a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere for marine practitioners to share their views on marine science and technology and exchange industry insights with each other.
The successful conclusion of OA 2024 Ocean Expo has fully demonstrated the innovative vitality in the field of marine science and technology and the broad prospect of industry cooperation. Looking ahead, as the organizer, CYBU Integrated Marketing Consultant Co., Ltd. will continue to promote exchanges and co-operation in the marine industry and work together with the industry to seek a blue vision and a blue future, so as to continue to inject strong impetus into the construction of an ocean community of destiny!
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