The president of the VARD of the Fincantieri group, Alberto Maestrini, was elected president of SEA Europe (Shipyards' & Maritime Equipment Association of Europe), the association representing the European shipbuilding industry. "The European maritime technology industry – declared Maestrini on the occasion of his election - is at the crossroads between immense opportunities and significant challenges. SEA and its member associations and companies have raised the the profile of shipyards and shipyard manufacturers maritime equipment as strategic industries for Europe. Thanks to these efforts, the European Union has committed to implementing a maritime industrial strategy. As President, I am determined to consolidate these results, ensuring that SEA Europe plays a key role in providing form and implement this strategy. We will focus on the Leveraging innovation and exceptional capabilities of the European maritime technology industry, which encompasses both the civil and military sectors, to drive competitiveness and sustainability".