D2XCEL is excited to announce its partnership with TOC Europe and participation in CSC Live 2025 (Rotterdam Ahoy, NL), a leading event tackling the most pressing challenges in the port, maritime, and logistics sectors.

As global trade navigates rising tariffs, market volatility, shifting alliances, workforce disruptions, and stricter environmental policies, CSC Live 2025 will bring together key stakeholders to explore solutions for a more resilient and innovative future. Under the theme “TRADE, TARIFFS & TENSIONS… How do we move forward?”, the event will foster discussions among industry leaders, investors, and startups on how to adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape.

D2XCEL at CSC Live 2025: A Spotlight on Disruptive Innovation

D2XCEL will take center stage on June 19th with a dedicated focus on investment in deep-tech solutions for maritime supply chains.

Agenda Highlights:

✔️Where is the Money? Panel Discussion ''Investing in Deep-Tech for Maritime Supply Chains (10:15 – 11:15)

Panelists:
Joshua Gold, Venture Investor, TMV
Sriram Giridhar, Investments Principal, HHLA Next GmbH
Martin Bremner, Head of ZEBOX UK, ZEBOX (CMA CGM)
Roy Avrahami, Chief Innovation Officer, Ashdod Port
Willem Bulthuis, Founder, Corporate Ventures Advisory, and Founding Member of the D2XCEL Consortium.

✔️Introducing D2XCEL: Scaling Startups & Innovation Across the Maritime Supply Chain (11:30 – 13:15)

Introductory Remarks – Pascal Ollivier, President of maritime street & Founding Member of the D2XCEL Consortium

✔️Startups in Action: Pitching Session (11:45 – 12:45)

Six top-performing D2XCEL startups will present their solutions to a panel of industry experts.
Master of Ceremony: Kris Kosmala, Mentor, D2XCEL Consortium

✔️Jury Feedback & Closing Remarks (12:45 – 13:30)

Panelists:
Joshua Gold, Venture Investor, TMV
Sriram Giridhar, Investments Principal, HHLA Next GmbH
Jorge Marcos, Lead Project Manager, OpenTop (ValenciaPort)

Why This Collaboration Matters

By joining forces with CSC Live 2025, D2XCEL is creating valuable opportunities for startups to gain visibility, connect with investors, and engage with decision-makers in the maritime and logistics industries. The event serves as a launchpad for new technologies, helping early-stage ventures secure funding, partnerships, and market validation.

This partnership reflects D2XCEL’s commitment to driving progress in global supply chains through technology and entrepreneurship. Stay tuned for updates as we prepare to showcase innovative solutions at TOC Europe. 

This project has received funding from the European Union under grant agreement Nº101121100. Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.