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The Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) Welcomes Alfa Laval as a Bronze Sponsor of the SMI Conference 2026
Alfa Laval has been announced as a Bronze Sponsor of the SMI Conference 2026, reinforcing its support for industry collaboration at SMI’s flagship event.
Roxtec Announced as Bronze Sponsor for Society of Maritime Industries Conference 2026
The Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) has confirmed Roxtec as a Bronze Sponsor of the SMI Conference 2026, taking place on 17 February 2026 at the University of Strathclyde’s Technology and Innovation Centre in Glasgow.
SMI Strengthens Digital Technology Group Leadership With Senior Appointments from SpecTec and GE Vernova
Adam Dennett, CEO at SpecTec and Kevat Chavan, Strategic Sales and Innovation Leader at GE Vernova Appointed as Chair and Vice Chair of SMI Digital Technology Group
SMI Early Careers Profile: Dieudonne Munyabarenzi
In the latest SMIFutures Early Career Profile, Dieudonné Munyabarenzi, Relationship Manager at DeCourcy Alexander, shares his thoughts on the value of intellectual curiosity in the early stages of a career, and reflects on how work experience and a clear five-year plan have shaped his professional journey.
SMI Responds to Spending Review 2025
SMI reflects on the 2025 Spending Review, welcoming key announcements while urging stronger focus on the maritime sector.
SMI Welcomes the Publication of the Strategic Defence Review
It was a privilege to be invited to contribute to its development and to collaborate closely with the Naval Staff, ensuring that the voice of the UK maritime industries was heard and reflected in its propositions. The government has listened—and importantly, has backed the Review in full.
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.
Opportunity for UK Businesses to Join The Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference (PIMEC)
PIMEC is an initiative of the Pakistan Navy, being organized under the patronage of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs in order to jump start development in the maritime sector. ADS, SMI and High Commission of Pakistan are inviting interest from UK businesses to join the event in Karachi on Monday 3rd to Thursday 6th November 2025.
Ultra Maritime Announced as Silver Sponsor for Society of Maritime Industries Conference 2025
The Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) is pleased to announce Ultra Maritime as a Silver Sponsor of the forthcoming SMI Conference 2025, which takes place today at the Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour.
BAE Systems Announced as Gold Sponsors of the SMI Conference 2025
The Society of Maritime Industries is pleased to welcome BAE Systems as Gold sponsor of the Society of Maritime Industries Conference 2025.
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