SMI's Week at the Marine Autonomy and Technology Showcase (MATS)
This week, Emma Johnson has been exhibiting at the Marine Autonomy and Technology Showcase (MATS) held at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton.
Emma shared, "MATS has been great this week, with a huge range of fascinating presentations and good conversations."
MATS provides a dynamic platform for industry professionals to explore the latest innovations in marine autonomous technologies.
On Tuesday, Emma was joined by Joseph Metcalfe, the team leader of the winning team of our Marine Autonomy Challenge 2023, to discuss the benefits of MAChallenge and the need for industry involvement, while sharing his experiences.
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