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 2026, the CMA Commodore has been awarded to Dag von Appen, Non-Executive Chairman of Navigator Gas, Boardmember of Ultranav, who joins a prestigious list of previous recipients.
Frequently asked questions
No, it doesn't. Tickets for the Gala Dinner are not yet available and as soon as they are we will let you know.
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. You can book your ticket to attend here.
Everyone! So long as you have purhcased a ticket, you can attend.
2025 - Todd Clough, Former CEO of FCC and Advisor to the MOLCT CEO and Board of Directors
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
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.
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