Dear WISTA Victorian Members,

We are delighted to invite you to the 2025 WISTA Australia AGM - Victorian Branch, graciously co-hosted by Svitzer at their Melbourne office on Friday, 22 August from 1:45pm to 4:30pm.

This unique event offers a wonderful opportunity to combine our annual business with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tugboat experience, bringing together maritime professionals from across Australia.

Event Programme

1:45pm - 2:00pm | Arrival & networking at Svitzer Melbourne office
2:00pm - 2:15pm | Welcome addresses from WISTA & Svitzer
2:15pm - 3:30pm | Tugboat tour experience
3:30pm - 4:30pm | WISTA Australia AGM (virtual)

We warmly encourage you to join us for this afternoon celebrating another successful year of WISTA Australia whilst fostering meaningful connections with fellow maritime professionals.

Special Tugboat Experience

Thanks to Svitzer's generous partnership, members will have the rare opportunity to experience a working tugboat firsthand. Please note that spaces for the tugboat experience are strictly limited and subject to vessel availability.

Safety Requirements for Tugboat Experience:

• Long trousers (no shorts or skirts)
• Long-sleeved shirt
• Enclosed shoes (no open-toe footwear)

RSVP Details

Please confirm your attendance by Monday, 18 August 2025.

For any enquiries regarding this event, please contact:
Elva Zhang
WISTA Victoria State Representative
mbe.ezhang@cma-cgm.com

We look forward to celebrating with you in Melbourne!

Warm regards,
WISTA Australia Team