Royal Institution of Naval Architects (The)
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8-9 Northumberland Street
London
Greater London
WC2N 5DA
United Kingdom
Website:
www.rina.org.uk
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Summary:
Professional society, providing an internationally recognised professional qualification and supporting its members in their professional development
Founded in 1860 in London to "...advance the art and science of ship design... " today the Royal Institution of Naval Architects is a world renowned and highly respected international professional institution and learned society whose members are involved at all levels in the design, construction, maintenance and operation of all marine vessels and structures. RINA has members in over 90 countries, and is widely represented in industry, universities and colleges, and maritime organisations world-wide
Royal Institution of Naval Architects
Membership of RINA and the right to use the letters FRINA, MRINA AMRINA or Assoc (RINA) after a member's name demonstrates the achievement of internationally recognised standards of professional competence, and the commitment to professional integrity and high standards of practice governed by the Institution's Code of Professional Conduct
RINA publishes a wide range of technical journals, conference proceedings, Transactions, and books, covering all aspects of naval architecture and the maritime industry
RINA organises an extensive programme of international conferences, workshops and training courses, covering a broad range of experience and opinion on research, development and operation on all aspects of the design, construction, maintenance and operation of all marine vessels and structures
Keywords:
Membership, Naval architect, Marine journals, Marine events, training, Conferences, R&D, research
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