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Material Nature Risks Facing Maritime Industries and Support Available for Members on TNFD
The UK’s maritime engineering, marine science and technology, and business services industries will increasingly need to manage a variety of nature-related risks and opportunities.
Captain Ben Vickery, Royal Navy, Joins Exail for Mine Warfare Systems Development in the UK
Exail has announced the appointment of Captain Ben Vickery for Mine Warfare Systems development
Secretary of State Visits Artemis Technologies as Region Accelerates Delivery of Clean Maritime Innovation
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn, has visited Artemis Technologies to see first-hand how the company is developing clean maritime technology, strengthening Northern Ireland’s position at the forefront of zero‑emission transport.
Exail and JFD partner to Increase Resilience in Future UK Mine Countermeasure Capability
Exail and JFD Global have signed a Pre-bid agreement to explore a future collaboration that will include UK based maintenance, training and support services
New Mersey Ferry Begins Sea Trials
APCL Cammell Laird achieved its latest milestone as the first new Mersey Ferry in over 60 years began sea trials on the river last week.
Babcock Completes Major Maintenance Programme Supporting UK Carrier Capability
Babcock has returned the Royal Navy’s flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth, to operational readiness following completion of a planned maintenance programme at Rosyth.
APCL Group Successfully Completes Hattrick of Consecutive Dockings for Subsea7
APCL Group has welcomed three Subsea7 vessels across its facilities between October 2025 and February 2026.
HENSOLDT UK Secures Two Contracts for 50 Coastal Surveillance Radars
HENSOLDT UK has secured two contracts with SRT Marine System Solutions Ltd to supply a total of 50 radar systems for deployment within integrated national coastal surveillance systems
Seawork Awards 2026: Celebrating Innovation and Excellence Across the Maritime Sector
The Seawork Awards are open for entries and nominations. The Innovations Showcase once again takes centre stage in 2026 — with its categories proudly sponsored by the Society of Maritime Industries
£50M Boost for Defence Businesses in Plymouth and the South West with New Defence Growth Deal
£50 million defence investment is being poured into Plymouth and the South West, making it easier for defence businesses to innovate, creating skilled jobs in the region and boosting UK national security
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