Some 200 leading figures from the reefer world gathered recently at the idyllic setting of the English country estate, Luton Hoo, north of London, for a biennial industry summer party.

This year, Star Reefers hosted the event and chief executive Simon Stevens was there to welcome guests from the around the globe.

The happenings kicked off with a two-hour mini forum in which economist and financial columnist Liam Halligan spoke on the world economy.