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MarRI-UK Announces the UK's Academic Capacity and Capability for Shipbuilding Report
Maritime Research and Innovation UK (MarRI-UK) have announced the publication of The UK’s Academic Capacity and Capability for Shipbuilding Report funded by the National Shipbuilding Office (NSO). This report aims to provide insight into the UK’s current research capabilities, understand what other nations are doing and provide recommendations to industry and government for enhanced competitiveness.
Updated Doing Business with Defence Guidance from MoD
The Ministry of Defence has recently updated its Doing Business with Defence guidance.
Members and Guests Gather for SMI’s Annual Dinner
Two hundred guests gathered for SMI’s Annual Dinner at One Great George Street, London on November 30th. They were welcomed by SMI’s President John Howie, Babcock International Group, and after-dinner enjoyed a presentation from The Ocean Cleanup.
Marine Science & Technology Group's Christmas Lunch
On Tuesday 5th December, SMI’s Marine Science and Technology Group (MSTG) council celebrated 2023’s achievements and looked forward to 2024 at their Council Christmas lunch.
Tender for the Foynes Island Deepwater Development
Shannon Foynes Port Company has released a tender for the Foynes Island Deepwater Development. They would like to engage with multi-party civil, marine, environmental and planning consultants to conduct a scoping and feasibility study.
Maritime innovator ExoTechnologies appoints Royal Marines Colonel to drive defence growth
Marine and offshore innovator ExoTechnologies is ramping up its activity in the naval and coastal law enforcement sectors with the appointment of Colonel Tom Ryall MBE as managing director of its maritime defence division. ExoTechnologies, which owns Glasgow boatbuilder Ultimate Boats, is a specialist in maritime defence technology solutions.
BMT Introduces Electric Ferry Design at International WorkBoat Show
BMT, a renowned leader in maritime design, unveiled its new 140ft (42m) 100% electric EF-500 passenger ferry design at the prestigious ‘International WorkBoat Show’ in New Orleans last week. In response to the industry's increasing demand for low and zero emission vessels, BMT's latest design marks a significant addition to its diverse vessel portfolio and extensive range of innovative designs.
Merseyside’s Top Engineering Apprentices Celebrated at Awards Evening
The dedication and talent of fourteen engineering apprentices from Wirral and the wider Liverpool City Region was celebrated last Thursday, at a glittering awards ceremony hosted by The Engineering College. The theme for this year’s awards evening was “Making a Difference”, in recognition that apprentices at The Engineering College are developing vital skills by working on some of the largest engineering programmes in the maritime and construction sectors.
Department for Business & Trade's Made in the UK Awards
SMI Members have a great opportunity to enter the Department for Business and Trade’s Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards. Now open for entries and will close at 23:59 on Sunday 14 January 2024.
Maritime Defence and Security Group Visit to Portsmouth
This week, the Maritime Defence and Security Group Council, along with representatives from other member companies, conducted a two-day visit to Portsmouth. The visit was held on Monday and Tuesday, 27th and 28th November 2023. The group participated in various activities during the visit, such as briefs and tours at Portsdown Technology Park and the Maritime Integration and Systems Centre. They also enjoyed dinner in the Historic Dockyard and visited Navy Command Headquarters, including an MDSG Council Meeting.
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