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More than 80 delegates have been welcomed to a "prestigious" maritime conference being held in the island this week, which the Economic Development Minister hopes will raise Jersey's international profile as a jurisdiction working to "ensure safety at sea".
Deputy Kirsten Morel said it was an "honour" for the island to host the annual Red Ensign Group (REG) conference, which oversees and upholds maritime safety standards across the thirteen British Shipping Registers.
Around 80 delegates are attending, including officials directly involved with maritime and coastal state responsibilities in the Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies within the Red Ensign Group.
Pictured: Deputy Morel said it was an "honour" for Jersey to host this year's conference.
Among them was Katy Ware, who was appointed as the Director of UK Maritime Services in 2016.
The conference runs until Thursday, with topics of discussion set to include decarbonisation, counter pollution and environmental concerns among other maritime matters of interest.
Captain Bill Sadler: “Jersey is proud to be hosting this year’s REG conference and I am pleased to welcome all the delegates to our island."
He added: "It’s important that we continue to work together to enhance the quality and reputation of the British fleet.”
Deputy Morel, who was due to deliver the keynote address, said: “It’s an honour for Jersey to host such a prestigious event."
He added: "I hope it will raise the island’s international profile and reputation as a jurisdiction that is actively working to ensure safety at sea.
"I would like to welcome the delegates from across the world, and hope they enjoy their time working together at this year’s conference.”
The Red Ensign is a flag that originated in the early 17th century as a British ensign flown by the Royal Navy, which was later adopted by the British merchant fleet.
Each year, islanders are encouraged to help mark Merchant Navy Day by flying the flag.
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