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⚓ NAVIGATE 2026 EXHIBITOR INTRODUCTION ⚓

Orsap delivers turnkey interior solutions for cruise and passenger ships, combining marine project expertise with planning, prefabrication and installation.

Founded in 1991, the Finnish company delivers interiors across a wide range of onboard spaces, including luxury suites and cabins, main staircases, elevator lobbies, restaurants, galleys, spa and fitness areas, and prefabricated modules. Its portfolio includes projects on Celebrity Xcel, Ritz-Carlton Luminara, Spirit of Tasmania IV, Icon of the Seas, Carnival Celebration and Mein Schiff 7, demonstrating Orsap’s experience in delivering complete interior solutions for passenger vessels.

At Navigate 2026, Orsap will bring its experience in creating complete marine interiors for demanding passenger ship projects, turning plans into finished spaces ready for life at sea.

Read more about Orsap and the other exhibitors at Navigate 2026 from our blogs:
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Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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At Navigate 2026, Ari Viitanen, CEO and founder of Carinafour, will take part in the panel “Shipwright’s Bench: How Innovation, Productivity, and Decarbonisation Intersect in Modern Shipbuilding?”

Ari Viitanen’s career has taken him from marine production to cargo systems, sales, customer solutions and entrepreneurship. Ari Viitanen began his maritime career at Aker Yards, working as a Production Engineer and later as a Production Manager, before moving into commercial and customer-focused roles at MacGregor and Cargotec.

In 2012, Ari Viitanen founded Carinafour to improve processes in complex project industries. Today, the company combines technology, logistics and production expertise to help ensure that materials are available at the right place and time. One example is CALS, Carinafour’s digital platform for managing material flows from design and supply chain through production and lifecycle management.

At Navigate 2026, Ari Viitanen will bring this practical shipbuilding and project-industry perspective to a discussion on how innovation, productivity and decarbonisation can advance together in modern shipbuilding.

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Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | LOGOMO, Turku, Finland

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Nylund is a Finnish specialist in lighting, lighting control, data networks and AV cabling.

Its solutions range from intelligent lighting systems that respond to occupancy and daylight to reliable network infrastructure for demanding environments such as commercial buildings, healthcare, data centers and the marine industry.

With a project-oriented approach, Nylund works closely with designers, contractors and customers to develop solutions that combine functionality, connectivity and energy efficiency.

At Navigate, Nylund will showcase its expertise in the technologies supporting smarter and increasingly connected environments.

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Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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With more than 25 years of experience within the Adecco Group and the staffing and recruitment industry, Torben Sneve has held several senior leadership roles, including CEO of Adecco Denmark, CEO of The Adecco Group Nordics, and two periods as CEO/Country Manager of Adecco Sweden. Throughout his career, he has led large-scale operations and transformation initiatives with a strong focus on performance, culture and people development.

Adecco also has long-standing experience supporting the maritime industry. Since 2005, the company has built international recruitment solutions for shipyards, connecting highly skilled talent with opportunities across borders. This work has provided valuable insight into the opportunities and challenges the industry faces in attracting and retaining skilled professionals.

At Navigate 2026, Torben Sneve will join the panel: "Recruiter's Watch: Strategies to Showcase the International, Dynamic, and Technologically Advanced Nature of Maritime and Logistics Careers."
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Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | LOGOMO, Turku, Finland

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ESL Shipping is a Finnish shipping company with more than 75 years of experience in maritime transport for Nordic industry.

Its services cover dry bulk, breakbulk and project cargo, from iron ore, grain and biofuels to steel products, forest products and windfarm components. With an ice-classed fleet, ESL Shipping supports reliable year-round transport even in demanding northern conditions.

At Navigate 2026, ESL Shipping will highlight how flexible maritime transport, fleet renewal and lower-emission shipping solutions can help keep Nordic industry moving.

Read more about ESL Shipping and the other exhibitors at Navigate 2026 from our blogs: https://navigate.fi/news-and-blogs

Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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Georg Fischer (GF) develops thermoplastic piping and flow solutions for a wide range of marine applications, from drinking water and cooling systems to ballast water, wastewater and air conditioning.

Its systems are designed to offer a lighter and corrosion-free alternative to traditional metal piping and valves, helping shipyards and operators reduce weight, simplify installation and lower maintenance needs over the vessel’s lifetime.

At Navigate 2026, GF will highlight how smarter piping materials, engineering support and prefabricated solutions can improve efficiency and reliability across both newbuild and retrofit projects.

Read more about Georg Fischer and the other exhibitors at Navigate 2026 from our blogs: https://navigate.fi/news-and-blogs

Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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Fintraffic helps keep Finland’s maritime traffic safe and moving by combining Vessel Traffic Services with eNavigation solutions and other digital maritime services that support information exchange and cooperation throughout the maritime logistics chain.

Its work ranges from monitoring vessel traffic and providing navigational assistance to improving situational awareness, ship-to-shore information exchange and port-call coordination.

One example is D/S POLO, which gives the different actors involved in a port call a shared, real-time view of schedules and changes. The service is used not only in Finland but also by maritime actors in other countries.

Fintraffic is also developing and testing new digital solutions for maritime traffic and logistics through projects such as NELSON, NEMO and GRAVITY.
At Navigate 2026, discover how better coordination, shared information and smarter digital services can help make maritime transport safer, more predictable and more efficient.

Read more about Fintraffic and the other exhibitors at Navigate 2026 in our blogs:
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Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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Turun Vapaavarasto Oy - Turku Free Zone Company provides storage and logistics services for goods moving through different stages of the supply chain.
Located next to the Port of Turku, the company offers intermediate storage, customs warehousing, 3PL and e-commerce logistics, as well as PDI services for vehicles and agricultural machinery. Its facilities include 260,000 m² of storage space of which around 53,000 square meters are covered facilities for different purposes.

Services can cover everything from receiving and storing goods to inventory management, picking, packing and delivery. Customers can also follow inventory and delivery information in real time through the company’s Extranet service.
At Navigate 2026, Turku Free Zone Company will bring a practical logistics perspective to the conversation: how goods are stored, handled and prepared before moving on to their next destination.

Read more about Turku Free Zone Company and the other exhibitors at Navigate 2026 from our blogs: https://navigate.fi/news-and-blogs

Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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Stefan Viehmann has more than 25 years of international experience across logistics, IT and sales organizations, including leadership roles at Kuehne+Nagel and DHL, as well as earlier experience at Accenture.

Today, he works as a management advisor, consultant and interim manager, supporting organizations with digital and AI-driven transformation, supply chain optimization and complex change projects. He is also a guest lecturer, sharing his experience with the next generation of supply chain professionals.

At Navigate 2026 Nordic Maritime Expo, Stefan Viehmann will join the panel discussion: “Recruiter’s Watch: Strategies to Showcase the International, Dynamic, and Technologically Advanced Nature of Maritime and Logistics Careers.”

Read more about Stefan Viehmann and our other speakers and exhibitors: https://navigate.fi/news-and-blogs

Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | Logomo, Turku, Finland

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With more than 20 years of experience in the port industry and related sectors, Miika Mandell brings a strong operational and leadership perspective to the discussion. His career has progressed from frontline port operations at Port of Helsinki Ltd. through supervisory and specialist roles, including Resource Manager, Human Resources Specialist and Terminal Manager, into operational management. From 2019 to 2021, he served as Head of Operations at South Finland Port Service Ltd., which he now leads as CEO.

At Navigate 2026, Miika Mandell, CEO of South Finland Port Service Ltd., will take part in the panel “Port Command Bridge: Automation, AI, and Digital Port Solutions.” He will bring a practical perspective on how technology, automation and AI can improve situational awareness, efficiency, resource utilisation and service quality in everyday port operations.

Read the full article and discover the other Navigate 2026 panelists at:
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Navigate 2026 | Nordic Maritime Expo | 24–25.11.2026 | LOGOMO, Turku, Finland