Marine Science & Technology Group

The Marine Science & Technology Group (MSTG) brings together the oceanographic and marine environmental interests of members of the Society of Maritime Industries. It provides a focal point for companies, universities and organisations operating across the marine science ecosystem, including manufacturers, researchers, survey companies and system and data suppliers. These organisations make up the UK Ocean Enterprise. 

Through MSTG, members benefit from targeted engagement, practical insight and high-value connections across the wider SMI membership, supporting commercial growth, collaboration and policy influence in the UK and internationally.

What is the UK Ocean Enterprise?

The UK Ocean Enterprise: Our hidden industry sector enabling the £2 trillion Ocean Economy¹

The Ocean Enterprise sector develops the innovative technologies and information services needed to deliver sustainable growth of the Ocean Economy.

The UK requires a strategic approach across government, academia and industry to maximise
this growth opportunity at the same time as protecting ocean health and ecosystem services.

Reference 1: OECD (2016), The Ocean Economy in 2030, OECD Publishing, Paris,
https://doi.org/10.1787/9789264251724-en.

MSTG activities and benefits include:

• Regular briefings on issues of strategic importance to the marine science and technology sector, including markets, policy, regulation and emerging technologies

• Networking and collaboration opportunities with members across all SMI groups, enabling cross-sector partnerships and commercial opportunities

• A partnership with Ocean Business, the international ocean technology exhibition and training forum, providing members with enhanced visibility and preferential benefits

• Official supporter status at Oceanology International, offering increased profile, hosted meeting space and a networknig reception

• The biennial Review of the UK Marine Scientific Industries, providing authoritative market insight and evidence

• The SMI Marine Science & Technology Business Person of the Year Award, recognising leadership and impact within the sector

The Marine Science & Technology Group (MSTG) Council sets the policy and guides the activities for this market area, utilising the extensive expertise of its members.  A list of council members can be found here. 

Contact:
Emma Johnson - Director, MSTG
e: emma.johnson(at)maritimeindustries.org
t: +44 (0)7771 603 354