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The ultimate networking experience

The Commodore Gala Dinner and Afterglow Party

An evening of celebration, networking, and inspiration!

The grand finale!

Taking place on the final night of CMA Shipping, the Commodore Gala Dinner brings together the maritime community for a spectacular evening of fine dining and celebration in honour of the achievements of the CMA Commodore.

In 2025, the CMA Commodore has been awarded to Todd Clough, Former CEO of FCC and Advisor to the MOLCT CEO and Board of Directors, who joins a prestigious list of previous recipients.

The 2025 Commodore

 

Congratulations,
Todd Clough!

In 2025, the CMA Commodore has been awarded to Todd Clough, Former CEO of FCC and Advisor to the MOLCT CEO and Board of Directors, who joins a prestigious list of previous recipients, including current Commodore, Michael D. Tusiani, Chairman Emeritus, Poten & Partners.

Frequently asked questions

The only pass that includes access to the Gala Dinner and Afterglow Party is the Full Event Pass.

If you have a Conference Pass, Networking Gold Card, or Supplier Expo pass, you will need to purchase an additional ticket.

Each ticket includes access to:

  • Welcome Reception
  • Commodore Gala Dinner
  • Afterglow Party

Each year, The Commodore Award is presented to a person/persons in the international maritime industry who have contributed to the continued growth and development of the industry.

The Commodore Gala will take place on the evening of Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Everyone! So long as you have purhcased a ticket, you can attend.

2024 - Michael D. Tusiani, Chairman Emeritus, Poten & Partners

2023 - Cesare d’Amico, CEO of d’Amico Dry Cargo & Paolo d’Amico, President and CEO of d’Amico International Shipping (DIS)

2021/22 Gary Vogel, CEO, Eagle Bulk Shipping

2020/21 - Lois Zabrocky, CEO, International Seaways, Inc.

2019 - John C. Hadjipateras, CEO & President of Dorian LPG Ltd 

2018 - Sabrina S. M. Chao, Executive Chairman, Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Ltd.

2017 - John D. “Jack” Noonan, CEO, Chembulk Tankers

2016 - Paddy Rodgers, CEO of Euronav NV

2015 - Capt. Panagiotis N. Tsakos, Founder, Tsakos Group

2014 - Robert Bugbee, President & Director, Scorpio Tankers Inc. & Scorpio Bulkers Inc.

2013 - Peter Evensen, President & CEO, Teekay Corporation

2012 - Øivind Lorentzen, III, CEO, SEACOR Holdings Inc.

2011 Angeliki Frangou, Chairman & CEO, Navios Group of Companies

2010 - Philippe Louis-Dreyfus, President, Louis Dreyfus Armateurs Group

2009 - Capt. Wei Jiafu, President & CEO, COSCO Group

2008 - John Fredriksen, Chairman, CEO & President, Frontline Ltd.

2007 - Morten Arntzen, President & CEO, Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc.

2006 - Torben G. Jensen, Chairman & CEO, The Clipper Group

2005 - C. Sean Day, Chairman, Teekay Shipping Corporation

2004 - Peter C. Georgiopoulos, Chairman & CEO, General Maritime Corporation

2003 - Stelios Haji-Ioannou, Chairman, easyGroup

2002 - Frank Tsao, Group Chairman, IMC Group of Companies

2001 - Marc Saverys, Managing Director, CMB

2000 - Per Heidenreich, President, Heidenreich MarineCompanies

1999 - Richard du Moulin, Chairman, Marine Transport, Corporation and Chairman, Intertanko

1998 - William A. O’Neil, Secretary-General, International Maritime Organization

1997 - Gerhard E. Kurz, President, Mobil Shipping and Transportation Company

1996 - Dr. Helmut Sohmen, Chairman, World-Wide Shipping Agency, Ltd. (HK)

1995 - Gregory B. Hadjieleftheriadis, President, Eletson Corporation

1994 - Thomas E. Moran, Chairman, Moran Towing Corporation

1993 - Philip Loree, Chairman, Federation of American, Controlled Shipping

1992 - George P. Livanos, Ceres Hellenic, George P. Livanos, Ceres Hellenic

1991 - Jacob Stolt-Nielsen, Chairman, Stolt-Nielsen, Inc.

1990 - Ole Skaarup, Chairman, Skaarup Shipping Corporation