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20 May 2025

BMT announces exclusive partnership with BAE Systems for Anzac Class Design Support Contract

BMT is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with BAE Systems Australia to bid for the future sustainment of the Anzac Class Design Support Contract, currently the subject of an open Commonwealth tender.

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18 May 2025

International Women in Maritime Day 2025 - Celebrating an Ocean of Opportunities

Today, on International Women in Maritime Day, the Society of Maritime Industries proudly reaffirms its commitment to supporting an equitable, inclusive, and diverse maritime sector where talent can thrive.

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15 May 2025

Navantia UK appoints Donato Martínez as new CEO

Navantia UK has today appointed Donato Martínez as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

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13 May 2025

The Hydrogen Energy Association Conference Discount for SMI Members

The Hydrogen Energy Association is delighted to invite SMI and its members to participate in the HEA’s flagship hydrogen industry annual conference at QEII Centre, London, on 4th and 5th June at a discounted rate (up to 25%), exclusive to HEA & partners’ members.

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7 May 2025

BMT awarded multi-lot framework agreement to deliver expert marine professional consultancy services for CalMac’s ferry fleet

Building on a long-standing trusted partnership with CalMac, BMT reinforces its role in supporting lifeline ferry services and advancing ferry sector expertise in Scotland.

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7 May 2025

NOC and Royal Navy renew MOU on autonomous maritime capabilities

The UK's National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has renewed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Royal Navy, reinforcing a long-standing partnership in marine science and technology.

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1 May 2025

Navantia UK appoints Derek Jones as Chief Commercial and Business Development Officer

Navantia UK has announced the appointment of Derek Jones as Chief Commercial and Business Development Officer.

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30 April 2025

UK Government Partners with The Captain's Table to Launch LISW25: Maritime Investment Pitch Event

Pitch your innovation to a room full of private sector investors at London International Shipping Week 2025.

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30 April 2025

Western Ferries Announces APCL Cammell Laird as Preferred Bidder for Two New Vehicle and Passenger Vessels for its Gourock to Dunoon Route

Western Ferries Announces APCL Cammell Laird as Preferred Bidder for Two New Vehicle and Passenger Vessels for its Gourock to Dunoon Route.

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30 April 2025

From Concept to Commercialisation: Defence Innovation Loans Are Open

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) supported by Innovate UK Loans Ltd (Innovate UK) are working together to offer Defence Innovation Loans.

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