"I was pleased to find that there was adequate time scheduled for both coffee breaks and lunch. It is during these breaks that the real networking occurs. It is, perhaps, the most important part of the conference"
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Participants in the seminars discussed the topics in depth and benefited from group discussions:
AM: Ice navigation training and developments: moving towards a standard for competent ice-going crew
PM: Communications in the Arctic: requirements, gaps and solutions
PLENARY SESSIONS highlighted the challenges of increasing commercial and cruise shipping activities in the Arctic
SPOTLIGHT panel sessions evaluated new resource exports in the Arctic, policy and strategic challenges
NEW STYLE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS: specialised breakout groups allowed more in-depth discussion on ice-related waste management, oil spill response, emergency preparedness and insurance risks
2 BREAKFAST BRIEFINGS focussed on risk management development and planning, and WWF-Canada report on best practices in Arctic shipping