Blank Rome partner Dana S. Merkel will serve as a panelist at the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association USA’s (“WISTA USA”) 2025 Annual General Meeting & Conference, themed “Expanding Horizons: Innovations in Maritime, Space, and Alternative Fuels,” being held May 12 through 14, 2025, in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Dana’s session, “Buoy, That Escalated Quickly: Lessons and Insights for the Future of Marine Salvage & Emergency Response,” will take place on Wednesday, May 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
About the Session
Industry leaders will discuss the complexities of marine salvage and emergency response in today’s fast-paced maritime environment, including the dynamics of global salvage operations, key stakeholders, and essential regulatory frameworks. Panelists will dive into recent case studies, share insights on responding to hazardous cargoes and alternative fuels, and talk about strategies and tactics for mounting a swift and effective response.
Panelists:
- Lindsay Malen, McAllister Towing, Director, Customer Relations Management
- Rebecca Garcia-Malone, Resolve Marine, General Manager, Client Services
- Kelly Baughman, Crowley, Director, Safety and Environmental Governance (Marine)
- Mara DuVernois, Resolve Marine, Naval Architect
- Dana Merkel, Blank Rome, Partner
- Ellen McGlynn, Collier Walsh Nakazawa LLP, Partner
Blank Rome Maritime is proud to be a WISTA USA Annual Sponsor.
For more information, please visit the event webpage.