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Catch the Next Wave Conference Tackles Climate Challenges with Global Experts
The "Catch the Next Wave" conference on March 14th, 2024, is a vital opportunity to explore solutions for pressing climate and biodiversity issues. This event brings together global experts, including Professor Sir David King, Brad Ack, and Professor Ed Hill, to delve into challenges and opportunities at the ocean-climate nexus.
Glasgow Boat Builder Ultimate Boats Wins New Deal to Build Two Recyclable Military Ribs
Glasgow UK boat builder Ultimate Boats is building two new recyclable rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) after winning a deal with a UK maritime security client. The 11.5m boats named Lightning are being created with military veterans and are capable of high-speed transportation of fully equipped troops engaged in a range of missions. Duties will include, counter-terrorism, strategic reconnaissance, direct action raids, border patrols, and search and rescue (SAR).
UK Mission to the EU Organises the UK-EU Green Skills Workshop`
In an effort to bridge the skills gap in achieving net zero targets, the UK Mission to the EU, in collaboration with the UK Skills Partnership, is organising a Green Skills Workshop in Brussels.
Robosys Secures a Contract From Legacy Marine for Supply of an AI-Driven Autonomous Control System for A 9.5m USV
Robosys Automation, the AI-driven maritime autonomy & smart-shipping specialist, has secured a contract from Legacy Marine of South Africa, for the supply and integration of AI systems for a fully autonomous USV. The bespoke fully autonomous AI-driven unmanned surface vessel (USV) has been designed by Icarus Marine and will be constructed by Legacy Marine, which is headquartered in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), South Africa.
Oceanwise Hosts Hydrography Workshop in Lagos
SMI member, Oceanwise, is organising a comprehensive 2-day workshop, "Charting Water: Harnessing Environmental Data for Hydrography," scheduled to take place on the 19th-20th February 2024 at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria.
GE Vernova Powers UK's Green Naval Fleet with Advanced Hybrid Propulsion
GE Vernova's Power Conversion business in the UK has been chosen by Team Resolute to supply advanced hybrid propulsion technology for three Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD). This collaboration underscores the UK’s commitment to enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of its naval operations.
Enginuity Skills Awards 2024 Nominations Open
Enginuity's 10th Annual Skills Awards is set to honour outstanding talent and organisations contributing to skills development in the UK's engineering and manufacturing sectors. The event, aligned with the Smart Manufacturing and Engineering Week, is scheduled for June 5th in Birmingham and will be hosted by Steph McGovern.
MASRWG Conference 2024 - MASSive Development
The UK Maritime Autonomous Systems Regulatory Working Group's 9th conference, titled MASSive Development, is set to take place on January 16 and 17, 2024. It will be a virtual conference produced and directed by UKi Media & Events, organisers of the Autonomous Ship Technology Expo & Symposium 2024.
'Get Set for Workboat 2050' Explores Future Fuel Matrix in Session 2
The Get Set for Workboat 2050 series continues to dive into the latest developments in innovation and technology in the workboat sector to assist vessel operators and commercial marine businesses to decarbonise. Learn from their expert speakers who in Session 2 will discuss the future fuel matrix, highlighting the choices, challenges and benefits of the emerging fuel developments, with real life case studies.
Cammell Laird to Build First New Mersey Ferry in 60 Years
Cammell Laird will construct the first new Mersey ferry in 60 years in a move which marks a major milestone for the shipbuilder. The Birkenhead facility, part of the APCL group, has put pen to paper with the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority on a deal which will see the new vessel designed and built exclusively on-site.
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