95 Photo: Shutterstock/SergeyColonel project The Ocean Cleanup, will address the issue of environmental protection, highlighting the crucial work in intercepting river plastics before they reach the ocean. Her speech will also serve as an introduction to the conference’s ‘Electric Mobility & River Sustainability Experience’ technical tour along the Chao Phraya River. Programme sessions will cover a range of topics from regulation to electrification, and regional spotlights will examine operational and market conditions across Southeast Asia, with particular attention to Thailand and Singapore. Technical sessions dedicated to decarbonisation will delve into real-world operational challenges, grid infrastructure bottlenecks, and battery integration strategies experienced by early adopters. “Electric propulsion systems have become well established in the ferry industry,” said Corrigan. “As shore power facilities continue to be expanded in ports around the world, the conditions are being created to further accelerate the transition. By sharing hard-earned lessons and best practices, we can collectively speed up the adoption of electric and low-emission technologies without reinventing the wheel.” The event will bring a number of regional operators into the global dialogue, reflecting the rapid growth of waterborne transit across Southeast Asia. Among the participants are Thai Smile Boats and host operator Chao Phraya Express Boat from Thailand, Singapore’s Batamfast, Penguin Group, and Singapore Cruise Centre, alongside ASDP Indonesia Ferry, which will be showcased in a dedicated operator profile. “As we celebrate 50 years of Interferry, our strength continues to lie in our diverse global community,” Corrigan emphasises. “Whether operating island lifelines, urban commuter runs, or large international routes, coming together in Bangkok allows us to learn from one another and build a cleaner, safer, and more resilient future for ferry transport.” Register for Interferry2026 at: www.interferryconference.com “ As we celebrate 50 years of Interferry, our strength continues to lie in our diverse global community” Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, the current Interferry president and chairperson of Chao Phraya Express Boat Co, with Interferry CEO Mike Corrigan
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