Who is on stage

Carsten Bullemer

CEO & Founder

Founder of vesseltracker.com, trusteddocks.com, navisense.de, new-ships.com and Co-Founder of searoutes.com

Alfred Kotouczek Zeise

CEO at Weatherdock Cooperation

Alfred Kotouczek-Zeise is CEO of the German Cooperation Weatherdock AG.Weatherdock is one of the world leaders for Class B AIS technologies with a full range of products. They deliver to OEMs as well as to more than 50 distributors in 30 countries.

Peter Stoyanov

CEO & Founder

Founder of vesselfinder.com, aishub.net & Astra Paging

Pierre Garreau

CEO at Searoutes

Jasper van den Eshof

Volunteer open source developer — AIS-catcher project

The AIS-catcher project provides software that transforms affordable SDR receivers, like the RTL-SDR, into high-performance efficient maritime tracking stations, enabling users to capture, analyze, and visualize vessel movements locally while giving full control over data and leveraging the benefits of Software Defined Radio

Richard Smale

Ship Tracking Manager at Lloyd’s List Intelligence

Richard has an extensive maritime background, having served 11 years as a deck officer on Maersk container ships. After moving ashore in 2014, he has worked in marine operations and satellite technology roles, giving him a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the maritime industry and how data can be used to address them.

Léon Gommans

CEO & Co Founder at — Teqplay

Léon is a serial entrepreneur and is passionate about innovation, technology, collaboration, Rotterdam and, of course, maritime. His active role in Open Source, Open Content and Open Data inspired and fueled his belief that collaboration and self organisation will make the difference in the transition towards a sustainable maritime industry.

Gerd Eiden

Director of the OHB – LuxSpace Satellite Service & Application department

Gerd Eiden is Director of the OHB – LuxSpace Satellite Service & Application department and leads LuxSpace’s AIS Data Services activities. Since 2009, he has played a key role in the technical development of AIS services, in particular satellite AIS.

Owen Taylor

WAKE – Worldwide AIS Network

With a background in aerospace engineering and experience in emissions regulation and decarbonization, Owen leads WAKE’s mission to deliver accurate, secure, and transparent AIS data. The platform uses blockchain technology to validate contributions and incentivize global participation, empowering individuals, especially in underserved regions, to engage in the maritime data ecosystem and enhance global trade, security, and compliance. www.worldwideais.org

Andre Brandao

Founder and CEO – AirNav Systems

With more than 20 years of experience in both aviation and technology, André combines his expertise as a Boeing 777 captain and flight instructor with entrepreneurial leadership, building platforms trusted by airlines, airports, media organizations, and government agencies in over 60 countries.

Antoine Lagré

Product Manager at Kinéis – AIS & IoT satcom operator

Antoine Lagré is a Product Manager at Kinéis, where he leads AIS initiatives. Founded in 2018, Kinéis is a French space company specializing in satellite operations and in delivering global connectivity for the Automatic Identification System (AIS) and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Taro Yoshikawa

CEO & Founder AIS Japan

Vlassis Papapanagis

Chief Commercial Officer at Tototheo Global

In 2018, Vlassis transitioned into the Maritime Technology sector, joining MarineTraffic as Chief of Sales, where he spearheaded the company’s global sales expansion and growth. Today, he serves as Chief Commercial Officer at Tototheo Global, a leading provider of advanced connectivity and technology solutions that enhance performance across both the maritime and enterprise markets.

George Best

Director AIS Sales, EMEA & APAC – ORBCOMM

Director AIS Sales, EMEA & APAC at ORBCOMM

Caius Reza

Business Development Manager – Space Data & Services at AAC Clyde Space

Caius Reza is the Business Development Manager for the Space Data as a Service (SDaaS) division at AAC Clyde Space, a global leader in small satellite missions and data services. He supports the commercialisation of AIS, VDES, and Earth Observation data for maritime domain awareness, sustainability and defence applications.

Rene Ratering

Founder, VesselData.com | Owner, R.R. Maritime Engineering B.V.

René Ratering is a maritime engineer and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in ship design and maritime projects. As founder of VesselData.com, he combines maritime expertise with AI to transform AIS and other maritime data sources into actionable insights for the shipping industry.

Kris de Decker

Founder/Product Owner of OptiRiver

This groundbreaking approach not only increases profits but also exemplifies the summit's theme of harnessing AI and data fusion for resilient maritime ecosystems. At AIS Summit 2025, Kris will present OptiRiver in the Novel Projects session, inspiring attendees with actionable insights on transforming traditional piloting into a data-driven powerhouse for future-proof river logistics.

Alex Morkin

CEO & Founder of SiiTech Marine

CEO & Founder of Siitech Marine

Richard Kolacz

CEO at GSTS

In 2018, Richard established GSTS to develop new solutions for the maritime security and logistics sectors enabled by rapid advances in satellite, sensor and Artificial Intelligence technologies. The company has over 50 staff in Canada and Europe and continues to expand in size and capability through collaboration with industry, academia and civil and defence agencies.

Michael Stein

Founder of Vesselity Maritime Analytics

In 2023, Vesselity became the first company worldwide to carry out a full class-approved in-water survey accepted by Lloyd’s Register using only ROVs instead of conventional divers. Since then, Michael has led multiple class inspections and expanded the use of Vesselity’s AI to new fields such as UXO and ghost net detection.

Harry Holubiev

Head of AI trusteddocks.com

At GSTS, Stephen brings his years of expertise together, leading the integration of space-based data into operational systems, and guiding the deployment of advanced analytics solutions for maritime applications.

Carsten Bullemer

CEO & Founder

Founder of vesseltracker.com, trusteddocks.com, navisense.de, new-ships.com and Co-Founder of searoutes.com

Paul Koch

Research Associate at Fraunhofer CML

Paul Koch focuses on the development of innovative maritime systems, autonomous navigation, and technologies that enhance vessel safety. His work combines advanced programming in Python and C++ with machine learning and big data approaches to drive forward the digital transformation of the maritime industry.

Paramvir Singh

Co-Founder & MD at Sealenic

Paramvir Singh is the co-founder and managing director of Sealenic, a Berlin-based maritime AI company. He focuses on human-centred uses of AI that help fleets run safely, compliantly, and efficiently. Paramvir works hands-on with shipping companies and their crews to bring practical digital tools into everyday operations. His focus: helping people make smart decisions and sail safer.

Valera Vlasyuk

Founder at Ex2Team

Passionate and driven Founder of Ex2Team, dedicated to creating a collaborative environment that breeds success. With a visionary mindset and a relentless pursuit of excellence, he has established Ex2Team as a leading force in the industry.