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Day 1 Agenda

System User Forum

Wednesday, the 18th of March 2026


PLEASE NOTE: SOME SESSIONS MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BEFORE THE EVENT. ALL TIMES ARE IN CET.

09:00 - 10:00

Registration

Registration will be open from 09:00 CET in the 'PAUSE' communal area. Once registered, delegates will receive their Mintra conference pass and lanyard.

10:00 - 10:30

Welcome

Welcome to Mintra's 2026 System User Forum, safety briefing, introductions and run-through of the Agenda.

  • Presenter: Siren Berge / CTO & Kjetil Flood / COO
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Presentation (English)

10:35 - 11:25

Harnessing Technology: Opportunities, Risks & Governance

Our panel of industry experts will explore the transformative role of technology in the maritime and energy sectors, emerging opportunities, potential risks, and the critical importance of governance in navigating innovation. Gain insights into how cutting-edge advancements, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), are shaping the future of these vital industries while addressing challenges like cybersecurity, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

  • Facilitator: Sue Terpilowski / MD of Image Line Communications
  • Panellists:
    • Siren Berge / CTO at Mintra
    • Vassilios Demetriades / Global Ambassador at Mintra
    • Natalia Royo de Hagerman / Ambassador & Consul at Embassy of Panama to the Kingdom of Sweden, Denmark, Norway and the Republic of Finland and Estonia
    • Luca Tosoni / Managing Associate at Schjødt
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Panel Discussion (English)

11:30 - 12:00

EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act

New in 2026, a legal framework ensuring AI systems are safe, transparent, and respect fundamental rights, banning certain unacceptable uses and imposing strict rules on high-risk systems while encouraging innovation in lower-risk AI.

  • Presenter: Luca Tosoni / Managing Associate at Schjødt
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Presentation (English)

12:00 - 13:00

Lunch Break & Networking

A buffet lunch is provided in the 'SOUND' hotel restaurant for attendees.

13:00 - 13:30

OCS Roadmap - 2025 Insights & 2026 Vision

Reflecting on 2025 and how OCS strengthened its connections with the industry through collaboration and impactful solutions, while looking ahead to the developments and enhancements planned for 2026.

  • Presenter: Morten Broch / Product Director & Valentinos Steliou / Innovation Director
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Presentation (English)

Trainingportal Roadmap - What’s New, What’s Next, the Future of Learning

Step into the latest chapter of our learning ecosystem, showcasing the newest enhancements across the platform and explore emerging trends shaping the learning industry in 2026. Discover innovations that can elevate your workforce development strategy and gain a sneak peek at what we’re building next.

  • Presenter: Paul Munro / Innovation Director
  • Location: 'PLAY/FORWARD' Breakout Room
  • Format: Presentation (English)

13:35 - 14:10

Payroll Matters: OCS Updates & New Routines

This presentation covers new legislation, updated reporting requirements, and the latest developments in OCS Payroll, providing essential insights and actionable guidance to ensure compliance and optimise payroll processes effectively.

  • Presenter: Tone Nerem / Service & Payroll Manager
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Presentation (English)

AI, AI Captain - Digital Learning & Content Creation with New Technologies

Explore how AI tools are transforming digital learning and the importance of striking the right balance between technology and human involvement.

  • Presenter: Ole-Christian Olsen Apeland / Innovation Director Learning & Jessica Suessmilch / Digital Learning Development Manager
  • Location: 'PLAY/FORWARD' Breakout Room
  • Format: Presentation (English)

Declutter Your Data: Better Data = Better Compliance

Over time, systems accumulate duplicate profiles, inactive users, and outdated information, reducing clarity and increasing compliance risk. This session highlights common data challenges, explains the importance of regular data cleanup in OCS HR and Trainingportal for accurate profiles and GDPR compliance, and shows how collaboration with our support team can improve data quality and create lasting value.

  • Presenter: Atle Hanseth / Senior Consultant - HR
  • Location: 'STOP/REWIND' Breakout Room
  • Format: Presentation (English)

14:10 - 14:30

Refreshment Break & Networking

Tea, coffee, cakes and fruit in the 'PAUSE' communal area.

14:30 - 15:45

OCS Payroll Insights Workshop: Getting Deeper Value

This interactive session will discuss how to get deeper value from OCS Payroll, training, usage experiences and best practices. A walkthrough of key changes in Altinn and how the upcoming updates affect Ameldingen reporting for OCS users.

  • Presenter: Tom Ormberg / Senior Consultant & Payroll Team
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Workshop (English)

Shaping The New Trainingportal Interface: A Hands-on UX Feedback Workshop

This is your chance to influence the future of the platform. In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore the new user interface together - what’s working, what’s not, and what you’d love to see improved.

  • Presenter: Jan Wiborg / Product Director & Liam Smith / Customer Success Manager
  • Location: 'PLAY/FORWARD' Breakout Room
  • Format: Workshop (English)

The New OCS Interface & UX Workshop

Join the OCS Product team for an interactive workshop showcasing recent advances in the OCS modernisation project, focusing on the Crew Planner role. We’ll discuss design challenges for the new interface and invite your feedback to help shape the final user experience.

  • Presenter: Morten Broch / Product Director & Katrine Ringdal / Product Manager OCS
  • Location: 'STOP/REWIND' Breakout Room
  • Format: Workshop (English)

15:45 - 16:00

Thank You & Close

Summary of the day one sessions and key takeaways.

  • Presenter: Siren Berge / CTO & Kjetil Flood / COO
  • Location: 'THE MUSIC' conference hall
  • Format: Presentation (English)

18:00

Dining & Entertainment

Pre-dinner drinks in the lobby for 18:00, followed by a three-course meal in 'THE MUSIC'. Entertainment will be provided by the international standard 'Magical Daniel' followed by music from 'Scooby Duo'.