On Sunday, 9 November 2025, the Traditionele Schepen Beurs in Den Helder will host Sustainability Under Sail, a symposium dedicated to exploring the power of wind in shaping the next generation of sustainable shipping.
Bringing together sailors, shipbuilders, scientists, and visionaries, this event celebrates innovation on the high seas and reimagines how we move goods and people – powered entirely by nature.
Where: Wim de Bruijn Hall, Traditionele Schepen Beurs, Den Helder
When: 10.55 – 16.15
Networking Drinks: 16.30 – 18.30, next to the Auditorium
Program Highlights
10.55 – Welcome
11.00 – 11.45 – Fabienne van Doveren / The Ocean Movement
Topic: “Projects for cleaner Oceans”
https://theoceanmovement.org/
12.30 – 13.15 – Thomas van Es / Dijkstra Naval Architects
Topic: “Harvesting energy while sailing” (Are diesel generators obsolete?)
https://www.dykstra-na.nl/designs/black-pearl/
14.00 – 14.45 – Captain Andi Manser / Clipper Stad Amsterdam
Topic: “Sailing passengers in a sustainable way” (The route to becoming the greenest passenger vessel in the world)
https://www.stadamsterdam.com/en/
15.30 – 16.15 – Faye Thorley / Raybel Charters
Topic: “Reviving ancient trade routes” (With modern sustainability)
https://www.raybelcharters.com/
The symposium offers a unique opportunity for professionals, students, climate advocates, and curious adventurers to connect, learn, and discuss the transformative potential of wind-powered shipping.
After the presentations, attendees are invited to networking drinks (16:30 – 18:30), giving everyone a chance to continue conversations sparked during the day.
Let’s hoist the sails for a sustainable future — and celebrate the wind as our greatest ally once again.
More info: Fair Winds Collective – Sustainability Under Sail
2025-10-26, Peggy Engelmann
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