Events

There are a number of organisations and groups throughout the region who organise marine specific events whether they be for networking, training, or information purposes. The full diary of events is listed below.

MareNet Event, Marine South East Activities Update, Open Forum and AGM, on Wednesday, 14th May from 3.00pm – 6.00pm.

Venue: Royal Southern Yacht Club, Hamble, SO31 4HB.

May's MareNet Event will see Marine South East updating marine businesses on its current activities, as well as hosting an Open Forum session enabling marine companies to voice their concerns and discuss relevant marine sector issues with representatives from SEEDA and Marine South East. A very short AGM (10 minute) will also take place at the end of the speakers. The event, which is free to all marine companies, will conclude with a networking reception over drinks and canapés.

A number of topical issues will be covered at the event including, presentations and updates on the following:

- SEEDA - update on the marine contribution to the regional economy, PUSH implications for the marine sector and investment in waterfront sites
- An update on a number of marine infrastructure projects within the region - including the GKN Hydrodynamic testing facilities, dry dock capabilities in the Southampton area and shared facilities projects
- Launch of Solent Marine Community capabilities publication and website
- Update on the Schools Marine Challenge project

The presentations will be followed by an Open Forum for marine companies to raise issues and concerns with Marine South East staff and board members, as well as SEEDA officials, and will conclude with Marine South East's AGM.

To register for this free event please complete your details below and fax to 02380 111591 or email your details to admin@marinesoutheast.co.uk or mail the completed form to Marine South East, Chilworth Business Incubator, 2 Venture Road, Southampton Science Park, Southampton SO16 7NP.

Posted 2008-04-30 14:28:11

Meet graduates from Southampton University; 22nd May Southampton

If you'd like to a chance to meet graduates from one of the top 20 universities in the UK; third year graduates from a wide variety of disciplines will be available.

The event is taking place The Bridge Bar, Highfield Campus 22nd May 4.00-7.00pm. Contact James Attenborough 07826518500 for more information.

Posted 2008-05-06 08:58:58 by Venue Southampton

Naval Programmes in the New World, Wednesday 28 May 2008

Venue: Army & Navy Club, London

The United States naval and coastguard programmes dwarf all other naval and maritime programmes in the world. Notwithstanding a general preference for US sourced designs, equipment and systems on US naval and US coastguard platforms, it is still possible for UK companies to exploit business opportunities in this market using a variety of different marketing strategies, particularly if they are involved in high technology products.

In particular, numerous smaller UK companies have succeeded in the US by teaming with US companies on specific projects or in wider joint ventures.

Aside from the United States, there also exists a very significant naval market in Central and South America where many of the countries are developing or updating their navies and coastguards.

Ongoing acquisition of modern and remarkably sophisticated naval platforms from around the world, together with the recent sales to several navies in South America of ex-Royal Navy vessels, have opened the way to UK companies, especially those offering in-service support to legacy equipments or niche products.

This seminar will review the current and future naval programmes of the United States and major maritime countries of Central and South America and the business opportunities that these present for the UK naval and maritime industries with presentations by Mr Bob Nugent of AMI International and by Mr Charles Macdowell of Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance.

INTRODUCTION

The cut-off date for receipt of all applications is Friday 16 May 2008. Fr more information contact Clementina Upton on 020 7928 9199 or email events@maritimeindustries.org

Posted 2008-04-30 20:35:00

SOUTHAMPTON MARITIME GATEWAY TO THE WORLD – Open Meeting, Wednesday 28th May

Venue: Passenger Lounge, QE2 Cruise Terminal, Southampton

The Ports and Terminals Group is joint hosting its next Open Meeting with Associated British Ports to hear from guest speakers about Southampton and its environs, its world renowned cruise terminals, international container terminals, the UK's biggest oil processing and terminalling operation at Fawley, Southampton's own excellent urban regeneration achievement and, a special attraction, an introduction to another famous European port city. A visiting delegation of senior business representatives from Tallinn, including Tallinn Port, are visiting Southampton to participate in the meeting.

If you would like to find out more contact Clementina Upton on 020 7928 9199 or email events@maritimeindustries.org

Posted 2008-04-30 14:10:02

Grow Your Business Internationally, Tuesday 03 June 2008

Venue: BERR Conference Centre, London

This is a unique opportunity to meet and hear international port developers, governments, and port authorities talk about their supplier needs for local port projects or expansion plans.

International speakers are from high growth regions where substantial investment is being allocated to port upgrades for growing container and passenger traffic demand, this includes: China, India, Vietnam, Canada, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Libya, Egypt

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
High level representatives from Shanghai International Port Group, Vinamarine (Vietnam), Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Saudi Port Authority, Libyan Ports and Maritime Authority, Port Administration of Altamira (Mexico), and the Egyptian Ministry of Transportation, have confirmed their attendance.

The seminar is aimed at any UK-based company who provides products or services to the ports sector, including: management, design, equipment, planning, maritime, security, training, financial, education, legal and insurance services, logistics

Expert staff from UK Trade & Investment will be available for one-to-one meetings to advise on the practicalities of exporting, as well as advise on other opportunities that exist in these high growth markets.

To find out more visit http://www.globalportsseminar.co.uk or email jason.castelino@uktradeinvest.gov.uk

Posted 2008-03-28 14:31:24

Exploiting Technology for High Value Marine Markets, Monday 16th June 2008

Venue: The Royal Naval Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Find out what Open Innovation is all about and why it is important to the success of SME’s & large companies across the Marine Supply Chain.

The aim of this event is to provide delegate companies with a better understanding of Open Innovation, the imperative to innovate from a large corporate to SME perspective; and examples of how companies in the marine sector have transformed their business by embracing a culture of innovation.

The programme will include speeches from VT Group, Marine South East and Siemens as well as case studies from growing innovative companies and global firms and success stories in marine electrical and electronic systems.Programme:

If you would like further information or would like to book a space at the event email mailto:events@iasse.co.uk with your name, company name, website address and contact number.

To ensure security clearance for the tour of the VT Shipyard registrations must be recieved by Friday 30th May. Places are limited and priority will given to innovative technology companies.

Posted 2008-04-30 20:07:19

Free ANSYS Seminar on Simulation Technology in the Marine Industry, on Tuesday 17th June 2008.

Venue: The Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth

This free seminar will show the use of Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics (both potential flow and viscous RANSE) in the Marine Industry. Meeting expectations is easier when simulation is utilised early in the process, rather than concurrently with testing or after a physical prototype failure.

Tools from the ANSYS simulation suite have been used for:

_ Recreational, commercial and military ship hull design
_ Systems for conventional, amphibious and hybrid vessels
_ Launch mechanics for offshore drilling rigs
_ Fire safety and suppression in vessels
_ Deck Equipment & Racing yachts
_ Marine Electronics

Topics to be covered include: Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, and AQWA & ASAS. One-to-one sessions with an industry expert will also be available for you to discuss how these solutions can be harnessed within your own company.

The seminar is aimed to be an informative and productive day for anyone associated with the marine industry, from Yacht Designers, Consultants, to OEM's and Suppliers. You are free to visit either the morning FEA session, the afternoon CFD session - or both! To register visit http://www.ansys.com/events/marineseminar . For further information call Glenn Davis 07968 855 759 or email ukinfo@ansys.com

Posted 2008-04-30 14:40:52

‘Shaping the Future Workforce’, EBP Diploma conference, on Wednesday 25th June from 8.30am to 1.00pm

Venue: The Hilton Hotel, Portsmouth

The Education Business Partnership (EBP) in Portsmouth is hosting a free half-day conference for businesses which explains the new 14-19 Diplomas. Conference speakers include Declan Swan, Chief Executive of the National EBP Network and Tony Cohen, Managing Director of NsureLtd.

With the introduction of the 14 -19 Diplomas the education system is about to go through a radical change to ensure that we shape the workforce for the 21st Century - by studying for a Diploma young people, through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, will gain the skills, knowledge, experience and employability skills needed for your particular employment sector.

Developed by employers, for employers, the Diplomas will be taught in 17 disciplines including, Engineering, Creative & Media, Construction, Hospitality & Catering to name just a few.

Having completed a Diploma young people can either then choose to enter the workforce and/or attend university. Diplomas are being phased into schools and colleges over the next few years. There has never been a better time for employers to get involved in education - the new Diplomas provide employers with a strong voice to develop a truly demand-led skills system that they require.

This conference is designed specifically for senior managers of local employers to help them to find out more about the 14 - 19 Diplomas and how they can get involved. The conference is followed by a networking lunch. For further information please contact, Carol Muchmore at Education Business Partnership, Email: enquiries@portsmouthebp.co.uk or Tel: 023 9229 1456.