Senegal – Cape Verde tourism & Blue Economy Conference
Overview
The Blue economy has made a phenomenal contribution to the revenue base of many governments and communities across the Globe. During the Seminar of this Conference, we will discuss how Senegal and Cape Verde can increase their revenue base, Job creation and PPP infrastructure through Aqua Tourism and the Blue economy. A conceptual masterplan for a network of Fishing trawler operators and offshore aquaculture farms across the coastal communities of Senegal and Cape verde will be discussed. The seminar will enlighten you on AFDIG (African Diaspora Investment gateways) and how BOCL can play a critical role to attract capital and investment into the Blue economy sector of Senegal. AfDIG is our online portal through which the diaspora businessmen and investing community can easily interface with African State Governments and Prospective local business partners. Lunch will be combined with recognition and awards given to some people that have shown Leadership excellence in various sectors and contributed to the economic growth of Senegal and Cape Verde in various ways.
The Exhibition space will run in parallel on the adjacent hall where Exhibitors will showcase the Hotels and Hospitality operators in the country. BOCL will also exhibit technology solutions covering Marine Vessel manufacturing and financing of (Catamaran, Crew boat, Yatch and trawler). Running in parallel with the exhibition on separate halls, the 2 workshops will take a deep dive into topics of business opportunities in the sector for interested few. A Breakout session for deal making will crown the event. The vote of thanks will appreciate Orisson Resources for supporting the event.
Speakers & Panelists:
Marine Vessel Subject matter experts, Marine Construction Professionals, Bankers, Top Hotel operators.
Daily Program:
| PROGRAM ITEM | TIME | PROGRAM ITEM DESCRIPTIONN & NOTES |
| Welcome address | 9.00 – 9.05 am | Welcome address, Introductions & Recognitions by event anchor |
| Seminar | 9.05 – 9.55am | Seminar by Keynote Speaker(s) with Q & A sessions |
| Panel Discussion | 10 – 10.30am | Panel discussion by 2 Subject matter experts with 10 mins Q & A session |
| Workshop 1 | 10.30– 11.30am | Break out session for paying delegates (Deep dive discourse, High level networking and deal making) |
| Lunch / Awards | 11.30– 12.30pm | General Lunch Combined with Special Recognitions and Awards |
| Workshop 2 | 3pm – 3.45pm | Break out session for paying delegates (Deep dive discourse, High level networking and deal making) |
| Exhibition: Hall B | 9am – 4pm | Exhibitors in various booths, Bullion Offshore and sponsors showcasing products and services. |
Event Topics:
| Seminar Topics & Panel Discussion: | Breakout Sessions: |
| Harnessing the aquatic resources of Senegal & Cape Verde to drive economic growth
Developing and information database on their Coastal tourist attractions Aqua tourism infrastructure dev. in Senegal & C. Verd through PPP & Diaspora Invest. Inclusion of local communities in the aqua tourism ecosystem dev. Senegal & C. Verd |
Ferry terminals network dev. across Senegal and Cape Verede communities
Marine vessel manufacturing/Management (Catamaran, Crew boat, Yatch /trawler) Precast solutions for lower cost development of hotels, jetties and ferry terminals. Promoting Hotels in Senegal and Cape Verde as leverage for tourism boom |
Who should Attend?
| Government Officials | Policy makers | Trawler owners / operators | Marine vessel operators | Estate Agents |
| Investors & CEOs / Executives | Academia | Fresh Graduates & Students | Maritime workers | Travel agencies |
| Diasporas | Tourists | Sea Food traders | Dredging companies | Boat Drivers |
| Bankers & Oil workers | Urban Planners | Property Developers | Hotel owners | Marine security operators |
Who will Exhibit?
Companies into: Hotels and Hospitality,
Registrations, Enquiries & Tickets
Attendance is free for all virtual (roundtable) events; however, visitors that want to attend Physical events will get a free pass upon registering online. Visitors with Free pass can only visit exhibition stands but will not have access to seminars, workshops, Awards, High level networking, etc.
“Delegates” are the paying participants. Delegates have access to attend Seminars, Workshops, Panel discussions, Lunch, Awards and High-level networking. When you register on this portal, you will get a form with payment details and a Free pass ticket. Payment of Registration fee is required before you get a Delegate ticket. Payment details are in the delegate row of the same forms that you receive when you register online.
| Registration Category (Form) | Early Bird (Earlier than 1 month to event) | Standard Fee (1 to 4 weeks before event) |
| Delegates Registration (seminar & Tea break) | $10 | $ 20 |
| Workshop: 2 Focus & 1 Breakout session | $8 (for 2 Workshop sessions) | $ 16 (for 2 Workshop sessions) |
| Lunch Ticket (Award session) | $7 | $ 14 |
| Exhibitors (Exhibition stand) | $8/m2. Minimum area = 5m2 (Exhibition space is limited to 20 – 50 Exhibitors only) | |
| Visitors (Free pass – No payment) | Visitors on Free pass can only see exhibition stands, but can’t access seminars and workshops | |
| Speaking Enquiry (By Industry professionals) | Honorarium may apply | Honorarium may apply |
Ticket Total Cost for Delegates: Early bird tickets = $10 – $25. Standard tickets = $20 – $50. Exchange rate = #1,500: 1$ (Workshop & lunch is optional)
Contact us Contact us
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: Uche @ 0810 310 1109, Anderson @ 0807 411 1009