EVENTS
The Scottish Maritime Cluster holds and attends a variety of events during the year. If you’d like to attend or would like more information please feel free to contact us for more information.
Scottish Maritime Cluster | Royal Yacht Britannia evening reception | 17 Sept 2026
SMC/WISTA UK Event_Maritime Electrification: Shore Power and Regulations
Date: 14 May 2026
Time: 3pm-6pm
Location: Northern Lighthouse Board, Edinburgh Office
Overview
UK and EU ETS regulations are increasing decarbonisation demands on ports and operators, yet shore power infrastructure is struggling to keep pace. Costs and grid capacity remain major challenges for the sector.
This event highlights new developments in maritime electrification, especially shore power and regulations. Attendees can learn from experts, join discussions, and network with peers dedicated to sustainable shipping.
Register now via the following LINK.
Proposed Agenda
15:00 – Registration & Welcome Networking
- Registration, opportunity to grab a tea/coffee, start networking and grab a seat
15:20 – Opening Remarks
Kevin Hobbs, SMC Chair
- A brief welcome and introduction to the session’s objectives.
15:25 – Welcome from WISTA
Jucilla Walters, WISTA UK Board Member
- Overview of WISTA’s role and the aims for this joint event.
15:30 – Keynote Address
Speaker Alison Irvine, Chief Executive, Transport Scotland
- A strategic perspective on the future landscape for maritime decarbonisation and port competitiveness.
15:40 – Scene Setting Presentation
Helen Barden, Director – External Affairs, NorthStandard
Topic: Current Regulatory Expectations & Competitiveness Risks for UK/EU Ports
- Overview of upcoming regulatory drivers
- Shore power readiness: impacts on ports and operators
- Emerging competitive pressures and risks
15:55 – Comfort Break
16:10 – Panel Discussion
Theme: Creating a Viable Path Forward for Shore Power Deployment
Format: 4 panelists + 1 adjudicator
Panellists
Moderator: Frances Garratt Of Counsel – CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP
- Jucilla Walters, Global Head of Communications, NatPower Marine
- Bob Sanguinetti, Chief Executive Officer, Port of Aberdeen
- Helen Barden, Director – External Affairs, NorthStandard
- Euan MacLean, Business Development Manager, Dales Marine Services
Topics to explore:
- Shore power readiness and cost impacts
- Competitiveness risks for UK/EU ports
- The need for coordinated, route based planning
- Potential government interventions
- Industry, shipping, energy and policymaker perspectives
17:00 – Closing Remarks
Diane Burke, Chief Operating Officer, CalMac Ferries Ltd
Summary of key takeaways and next steps.
17:05 – Networking Drinks Reception
Drinks and canapés – supplied by the Edinburgh Catering Company
Additional networking and discussion opportunities.
18:00 – Event Close.
Focus Forum: Building Future Resilient Societies (Glasgow) – Opportunities for SMC Members
SMC 2025 AGM_22 Jan 2026
KUASAR UK Ltd launches development of a next-generation Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV)
KUASAR UK Ltd is delighted to announce that its application to Innovate UK Business Growth for an RTO/Catapult Grant has been approved.
This milestone marks the beginning of KUASAR UK’s development project for a next-generation Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV), designed to enhance operability while integrating low- and zero-emission propulsion technologies. The project will explore an innovative small-waterplane-area hull form alongside suitable low-/no-emission propulsion system architectures, aiming to set a new standard for efficiency and sustainability in offshore operations.
To support this effort, KUASAR UK has engaged Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult and ODSL to carry out an expert study covering end-user requirements, sea-state conditions around offshore wind farms, and market analysis.
Noyan Kilinç, Co-founder of KUASAR UK Ltd, comments:
“We are embarking on this development project on our own initiative. The expert study by ORE Catapult/ODSL will provide valuable insights to guide our engineering decisions and help us make realistic trade-offs throughout the development process. We are especially grateful to Innovate UK for their support, which gives start-ups like ours the confidence and backing to pursue ambitious innovation projects.”
🚨 Financial support for shipbuilders and manufacturers
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Inclusion in defined industry categories – These include “Maritime Capabilities” under the defence heading. It is unclear what this means for commercial shipbuilding.
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Carrying out manufacturing activities – Manufacturing activity will be assessed on your reported SIC codes (which don’t distinguish between commercial and naval shipbuilding).
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Meeting threshold of electricity intensity – the measure may be something like cost of electricity as a proportion of total expenditure or GVA. DBT are not yet clear what the threshold will be.
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Website: Consultation page at British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme: consultation on scheme eligibility and approach – GOV.UK.
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Email: bics.correspondence@businessandtrade.gov.uk.
Tymor Marine Wins Coveted Industry for Groundbreaking Draft Survey App
Maritime technology specialist Tymor Marine has won the IT Solutions Award – Marine at the International Bulk Journal Awards, which were held at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool on 17 November 2025. The award recognises Tymor’s development of DRFT MRKS, a groundbreaking app designed to improve the accuracy, reliability and digital traceability of the draft survey process.
Bringing together hundreds of international guests from some of the world’s leading maritime companies, the IBJ Awards are established as a benchmark for excellence across the global bulk shipping industry. The IBJ judges commended Tymor Marine for the groundbreaking nature of the app, which ‘revolutionises draft surveying by digitising and automating the process’.
DRFT MRKS uses AI and Deep Learning to analyse short smartphone video clips of draft marks and produce fast, accurate and verifiable readings, typically in around three minutes.
By replacing the subjective nature of manual draft surveys with a consistent, automated process, the app helps operators, shipowners and cargo stakeholders reduce discrepancies and improve confidence at loading and discharge.
A secure, time-stamped digital record is created for every survey, providing full audit traceability and an objective basis for dispute resolution. The app stores the last ten analysed videos in the free version, while subscription users have access to their full video library and extended functionality. This supports users who require repeatable, defensible data throughout their operations.
Draft Reading Discrepancies: A Costly Issue for the Sector
Measurement discrepancies remain a significant issue within bulk shipping. According to a 2023 report by The Swedish Club, 63 percent of claims involving grain bulkers were linked to cargo discrepancies, with an average claim of 35,000 US dollars. Although individual claims are often modest, the cumulative impact is substantial, making up almost half of the insurer’s total claims costs for grain cargoes. DRFT MRKS helps address one of the key causes of such disputes by reducing human error in draft mark interpretation.
The app’s AI-driven algorithms are trained to recognise draft marks even in challenging conditions, including rusted or faded markings, marine growth, wave swell and variable lighting. This allows the technology to deliver reliable readings in real-world maritime environments where visibility and precision can be difficult to achieve.
The video capture feature also allows data collection from safer distances using handheld devices or drones, supporting improved safety by minimising the need for close-proximity readings against the hull.
Although originally developed for shipping, DRFT MRKS is now being used in a wider range of scenarios, including semi-submersible operations, offshore windfarm monitoring, salvage operations, tide and water-level monitoring and flood-risk assessment.
The app was developed with the support of the University of Edinburgh, CENSIS and Scottish Enterprise, who helped refine and test the Deep Learning engine for use in real-world marine conditions.
Kevin Moran, managing director of Tymor Marine, said: “Bulk shipping has been central to the development of DRFT MRKS, and this award reflects the practical value the technology is delivering across the sector. Our aim has always been to provide a reliable, digital-first solution that improves accuracy, reduces disputes and gives operators confidence in their measurement data.”
DRFT MRKS is available for free download from Google Play and the Apple App Store. The app is compatible with iOS 12+ and Android 8+.
More information can be found at www.drft-mrks.ai
London International Shipping Week 2025: SMC Networking Drinks Reception
Join us at LISW2025: SMC Reception Tickets Now Available!
Are you ready to connect with leaders and innovators in the maritime industry? Secure your spot at the Scottish Maritime Cluster’s Networking Drinks Reception on the opening night of London International Shipping Week 2025 (LISW2025)!
Our event is proudly sponsored by DNV, J. & J. Denholm Limited (The Denholm Group), and Port of Aberdeen. The event is kindly hosted by Clarksons.
Kick off the week in style surrounded by a wealth of maritime talent and meet with key colleagues you would like to explore the week with.
Date: 15 September 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Clarksons Offices, Commodity Quay, St Katharine Docks, London, E1W 1BF
Dress Code: Business Dress
Tickets: £70 (+VAT) per person on Eventbrite:
Buy Tickets HEREWe look forward to seeing you there!
Maritime Investment Pitching Event
Energy Transition: A Scottish Perspective
You are invited to join the Scottish Maritime Cluster in collaboration with WISTA UK, on Tuesday 29 April, 2025 from 5pm-8pm, hosted at the Northern Lighthouse Board offices in Edinburgh.
The event will feature speakers discussing sustainable energy practices within the maritime industry, followed by a networking drinks reception.
Attend to hear from industry experts and network with individuals interested in sustainable energy.
This event provides an opportunity to learn, connect, and exchange ideas.
Schedule:
17:15 – 17:20 Speaker 1 Welcome: Mairi Rae, Director of Business Services at the Northern Lighthouse Board
17:20 – 17:25 Speaker 2 Intro from SMC: Kevin Hobbs, SMC Chair and CEO CMAL.
17:25 – 17:30 Speaker 3 Intro from WISTA: Jucilla Walters, WISTA UK/NatPower Marine
17:30 – 17:50 Speaker 4 Talk and Q&A: DNV Thusitha Danwatte – DNV.
17:50 – 18:00 Speaker 5 Morven Bridges, Head of Engineering, CMAL.
18:00 – 18:10 Speaker 6 Martin Olverson – Development Director at NatPower Marine
18:10 – 18:25 Comfort Break
18:25 – 18:35 Keynote: Cabinet secretary for Transport
18:35 – 20:00 Networking drinks reception
20:00 – Close
This event is sponsored by Clyde Marine Training, Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) and NatPower Marine.
Register here now to secure your space.
We look forward to seeing you there.
SMC CMCD6 Virtual Event
On Thursday 16 January 2025, the Department for Transport announced the sixth round of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC6), which will allocate up to £30m for pre-deployment trials and feasibility studies in clean maritime solutions between September 2025 and March 2026.
The NSO is committed to ensuring continued R&D support for UK shipbuilding and this support will allow the enterprise to maximise the global maritime decarbonisation opportunity. The application window for CMDC6 opened on 24 January and will close on 16 April 2025.
We are looking to hold a virtual session with our members on Thursday 13 March from 10am-11:30 am with the following agenda:
- Introductions and welcome from the SMC
- An overview of CMDC6 from Innovate UK/DfT
- A Q&A session with SMC members
- AOB
Please register now to secure your space.
For more information, please see the following press release.
Friday 14 March 2025
A video of this event can be accessed via our YouTube page for those unable to attend on the day: CLICK HERE
Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition Round 6-O (CMDC6)
Malin Group Festive Competition
Malin is passionate about supporting the next generation of young engineers – and this is the perfect time to get involved in their STEM activities with their festive competition for 2024!
Malin have roots dating back to Henry Abram & Sons, who were founded in 1899 – with this representing their 125 year anniversary. Over the past 125 years, they have seen such incredible feats of engineering, advances in design, and methods – as well as the use of new materials and new, novel ideas. From innovative vessels, to breath taking bridges – and customised equipment for ports, marine production lines and transportation projects.
Their ask is therefore quite simple…take a photograph of your favourite example of marine related engineering – the more unique the better! You then share onto Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram page tagging Malin Group, with a simple sentence of why you like it so much…. by Monday 13th January. *
Once all entries are in, their team of engineers will pick their favourite submission. And the prize?
- The lucky winner will get a Mini Lab 3d printer + filament
Plus, the winner and their full class will be asked to work with Malin Groups specialist team across 2025 to use the winning picture to design and build a piece of furniture for your local school. This may be a bench for the playground, bike shed – or maybe even a recycle station.
They will will work with you to concept design, model, fabricate and then deliver your piece in time for the next festive break!
*The competition is open to all children who are in Primary classes one to seven inclusive.
SMC 2024 Annual General Meeting Announcement
Save the Date for January 22nd, 2025
We are delighted to announce that the SMC 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on January 22nd, 2025, from 4pm to 7pm. The AGM will be generously hosted at the Addleshaw Goddard offices in Edinburgh.
This preliminary notice serves to save the date in your diaries. We kindly ask all members to confirm their attendance via email to help us manage the numbers effectively.
As with last year, the AGM will be followed by a networking reception. Details of the reception are still being finalised, but it promises to be an excellent opportunity for members to connect and discuss future collaborations.
We are also offering an opportunity to sponsor the reception. If you are interested in sponsoring, please let us know so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
We will be in touch shortly with the AGM documents pack.
We look forward to seeing you at the AGM and appreciate your continued support for SMC.
Celebrating 125 years of Heavy Lift History
Heavy lift specialists, Malin Abram, part of Malin Group have unveiled their 125 year anniversary exhibition, hosted in the Scottish Maritime Museum (SMM) in Irvine. Running from the 11th to the 26th of November, the exhibition showcases the history of this family firm, as well as wider developments within the Maritime industry and Glasgow region.
Established as the Steamship Strathleven company in 1899, Henry Abram and his subsequent family and colleagues built a recognised and respected ship delivery firm, which transported over 300 vessels around and across the world, before successfully diversifying into the specialism of heavy lift transportation in the late 1960s. Since this diversification, the firm (initially Henry Abram & Sons, and latterly Malin Abram) have worked on a number of iconic projects, from the ‘big blue golf ball’ and Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier, to more recently, the Tay Whale, Wellsafe Saturation Dive Spread (SDS) and Type 26 frigates, HMS Glasgow & HMS Cardiff.
The firm, this year marking their 125 year anniversary, are delighted to be sharing the details of some of their highlight projects, as well as the history of the Abrams, with a view to demonstrate the importance of combining heritage and experience, with a desire to develop new, innovative and sustainable solutions. From additive manufacturing, robotics, and the integration of AI, to school STEM initiatives and community outreach, Malin wish to collaborate and develop, to reinvigorate the Clyde, as well as the wider industry – and hope that this interactive exhibition encourages attendees to learn more about the industry and potentially get involved.
James Bowie, Managing Director of Malin Abram, noted “we are delighted to be co-hosting an event at the SMM, showcasing the past 125 years – not only of the Abrams company, but also the wider shipbuilding industry. Many regard the maritime industry as one of the past, but we are passionate about showcasing the variety of new, innovative projects and the range of employment opportunities it offers. There is the opportunity to discover some interesting maritime artefacts, and get involved with our interactive CD01 barge model, loading various types of cargo. It is also lovely to be back at the SMM, with whom we have worked across a variety of STEM focused events as part of the Malin Young Engineers initiative.”
David Mann, Director of the Scottish Maritime Museum, adds, “we are thrilled to host Malin Abram’s 125 year anniversary exhibition. Heavy lift transportation is an integral, yet often unsung area of the shipping industry and it is great to offer our visitors this new perspective. Everyone will also enjoy taking in over a century of maritime development and Malin Abram’s exciting ambitions for the future.”
The exhibition will be open from Monday 11th November, running for 2 weeks. You can find more details about visiting the exhibition and the Scottish Maritime Museum at: https://malingroup.com/2024/10/29/celebrating-125-years-of-heavy-lift-history/
Department for Business and Trade Update
SMC Maritime STEM Event for Schools
📅 Date: Tuesday 26th November 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00-14:30 (for students); 15:00 – 17:30 (professional session) 📍 Location: Glasgow Science Centre
Overview: Led by the SMC and kindly sponsored by the Royal Navy, this event aims to highlight the extensive range of STEM applications within the Scottish Maritime industry. It offers exhibitors an opportunity to display their innovative STEM technologies developed for the maritime sector. This will support the core purpose of the promotion of STEM within education, enticing young minds to look into maritime STEM as a career and as such, there will be an invited presence of schools.
Objectives: Our primary objective is to promote maritime STEM as a career. Our secondary goal is to provide a platform for our members and the broader maritime industry in Scotland. This event will allow them to showcase key STEM technologies, share best practice, enhance their company profiles, generate new business opportunities, and network with industry professionals.
Future Opportunity: Depending on its success, this conference has the potential to become an annual event.
Content: The conference will feature a diverse array of exhibitors, engaging talks, and dynamic demonstrations. Key topics include naval engineering advancements, the development and management of ports and vessels, apprenticeship opportunities, and comprehensive careers advice. Additionally, there will be sessions focusing on innovative marine technologies, sustainable practices in the maritime industry, and a showcase of cutting-edge maritime equipment.
Students will have the opportunity to network with leading industry professionals, gain insights from top-tier experts, and explore potential career paths within the maritime sector. The event promises to be an enlightening experience for all, fostering collaboration and innovation across the maritime community.
Key exhibitors:
1. CalMac
2. Clyde Marine Training
3. CMAL
4. IMarEST
5. Malin Group
6. Northern Lighthouse Board
7. RINA
8. RNLI
9. Royal Navy
10. Scottish Power
11. Seapeak
12. Serco
13. Strathclyde Uni
14. Tymor Marine
Networking Session for Professionals: Once the Student sessions finish at 14:30, there will then be an opportunity for professionals to come and join us for an evening drinks reception, including a look around the exhibits.
Schedule:
| Session | Time | Item |
| Set-Up | 08:30 | Exhibitors arrive to set up their stalls |
| Session 1.
4 x rotational student sessions. 100 attendees per session maximum. |
10:00 | Schools should arrive and be ready to start |
| 10:00 | Area 1. Interactive exhibitor stands. With presentations by Northern Lighthouse Board, Strathclyde Uni, CalMac, Scottish Power, RINA and more. | |
| 11:00 | Area 2. RNLI showcase | |
| 12:00 | Lunch | |
| 12:30 | Area 3. Royal Navy STEM session, followed by a vessel demonstration at the dock | |
| 13:30 | Area 4. Malin Group showcase | |
| 14:30 | Final opportunity to explore – all students must depart by 3pm | |
| Session 2
Industry session. |
15:00 | Professionals have the opportunity to tour the exhibits |
| 16:00 | Welcome and reflection by Mike Bullock, CEO of the Northern Lighthouse Board and SMC Non-Exec Director | |
| 16:10 | Speaker TBC | |
| 16:20 | Speech by Brigadier Andrew Muddiman ADC, Naval Regional Commander Scotland & Northern Ireland | |
| 16:30 | Networking until 17:30 |
The student portion of the event is open to S3 pupils. Contact blair.moglia@scottishmaritimecluster.com for more details.
Schools can register via the following LINK
Cross Party Group for Maritime and Shipbuilding
We are happy to announce that the Scottish Maritime Cluster has taken on the role of secretariat for the Cross-Party Group for Maritime and Shipbuilding. This partnership aims to enhance collaboration and drive forward the maritime agenda in Scotland. Our first official meeting in this capacity was held on 16 April 2024, with our last meeting being held on 10 September 2024. We discussed various pressing issues, including innovation in shipbuilding, sustainable maritime practices, and future opportunities for our members. Minutes of this meeting are available via the website, and we encourage all members to stay engaged as we navigate this exciting new chapter together.
Future dates have been issued to members and we are always seeking views on future topics to be discussed. Please contacts us to share your thoughts.
More details are available via the following LINK.
SMM Conference Germany
On the 4th and 5th of September, the Cluster journeyed to Hamburg to scout what opportunities there might be for members. Below is a summary of key activities and reflections:
- The event consisted of engaging in meetings, talks, receptions, exhibitors showcasing the best of maritime and vast networking opportunities.
- Key interactions included discussions with the Canadian Cluster, Maritime UK Solent, SMI, the Department for Business and Trade, RINA UK, Stream Marine and Tymor Marine.
- We attended the WISTA Germany event, noting an increase in female participation.
- We attended a selection of panel discussions including: on Decarbonisation through Fleet Efficiency and promoting maritime careers to a younger generation.
We have identified opportunities for future collaboration and cost-effective participation strategies for future attendance which we will share in due course after further discussion.
IMarEST Annual Dinner Dance 2024
✨IMarEST Annual Dinner Dance 2024✨
The IMarEST Annual Dinner Dance is back in November and is set to be better than ever!
Save the date:
📅 23rd November
📌 Marriott Hotel, Glasgow
🎫65pp
This is your chance to be part of a truly special evening filled with celebration, quality hospitality, music, and dance. Whether you’re an industry expert or simply passionate about maritime excellence, this event is the perfect opportunity to network, connect with like-minded professionals, and have a fantastic time.
For more information, or to book your place, please email davidjemontgomery@outlook.com
SMC Networking Reception Onboard the Royal Yacht Britannia
On 18 September 2024, the Scottish Maritime Cluster will be holding a networking drinks reception on board The Royal Yacht Britannia.
Join us for an exclusive event at the Royal Yacht Britannia where maritime industry professionals come together to celebrate Scotland’s rich maritime network. This in-person gathering promises networking opportunities, insightful discussions, and a chance to explore the historic yacht.
Our prestigious sponsors for this event are: Seapeak, Artemis Technologies Ltd and Port of Aberdeen.
Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite.
We look forward to seeing you there!
SMC July 2024 Members Meeting Onboard the HMS Queen Elizabeth
📢We are thrilled to announce that our upcoming members meeting will be hosted in collaboration with the Royal Navy onboard the magnificent HMS Queen Elizabeth🚢⚓
🗓️ Date: 11th July 2024
🕒 Time: 09:30
📍Location: HMS Queen Elizabeth, Rosyth Dockyard
This unique opportunity allows us to come together, share insights, and network with our members (as well as gain access to the magnificent HMS Queen Elizabeth!)
This event is now fully subscribed.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Schedule for members:
0930 – SMC visitors arrive at QNLZ
0945 – Welcome address in the Wardroom by the NRC
0950 – 1030 – Ship tours
1030 – All SMC visitors not attending the meeting depart
1035-1125 – SMC meeting in 5U. Tea and coffee to be provided
1130 – SMC guests depart
Please note: Due to operational reasons, the date for our members’ meeting and visit to the HMS Queen Elizabeth was moved from Monday 15 July at 13:30 to Thursday 11th July at 0930.
IMarEST Scottish Branch Events
Some exciting events are coming up from the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) Scottish Branch. Get your tickets now for the ’70th Annual IMarEST Scottish Branch Dinner’ and the ‘Maritime Decarbonisation: The Evolving Picture of Fuels, Technology and Policy’ events before they go. More details are available at: https://www.imarest.org/
‘Renewables and Offshore Wind Event,’ with a Focus on Women in Maritime.
We are excited to announce our upcoming ‘Renewables and Offshore Wind Event,’ with a Focus on Women in Maritime.
Hosted WISTA UK, Northern Lighthouse Board and Scottish Maritime Cluster, the event will take place on the evening of 11 April 2024, from 5pm-8pm. NLB have very kindly offered to hold the event at their newly refurbished Edinburgh office.
The event will consist of a drinks reception, with an exciting line-up of speakers including: Petra Wilkinson (CBE, Director of Maritime at the Department for Transport and WISTA ‘Outstanding Women of the Year’ 2023), Kevin Hobbs (SMC Chair and CMAL CEO), Monica Kohli (President of WISTA UK) and Leonore Frame (Developer Engagement /Category Manager Cables – Specialist Offshore Wind Delivery Team, Scottish Enterprise). This will be followed by an opportunity to network with key industry colleagues.
This event is sponsored by Clyde Marine Training, Scottish Power Renewables and Waves Group.
Tickets are very limited and we expect high interest, So early registration is strongly advised. You can register for this event via the following Eventbrite LINK.
More details will follow on the lead up to the event.
We look forward to seeing you there!
SMC 2023 AGM
Maritime Futures Programme
The Scottish Maritime Cluster was pleased to support a gathering in Glasgow on 1st November, hosted by Education Scotland, which saw schools from across the country meeting to learn more about the Maritime Futures programme, convened by the Ormiston Academies Trust. Pioneered in Cowes, Isle of Wight, this is an initiative to weave ‘maritime’ through the mainstream curriculum, enhancing children’s learning – and exciting both them and their teachers in the process – and pointing the way to the wide range of careers available. Through the Cluster, Ken Brown and Natalie Johnstone of Belcan presented what the company does in the marine engineering work, and its active STEM schools programme.
We and Ormiston hope that the strong interest shown by schools at the event will lead to a group working together to take things forward. Watch this space!
Anyone who wants to know more about Maritime Futures is welcome to contact Iain Mackinnon, maritime adviser to the Ormiston Academies Trust on iain@themackinnonpartnership.co.uk
‘AI in Maritime’ discovery session
IMarEST Annual Dinner Dance 2023
IMarEST Scottish branch are hosting their 3rd Annual Dinner Dance on Saturday 4th November 2023 in the Clyde suite of the Glasgow Marriott Hotel Argyle street.
It will be an evening of superb food, drink and a dance band (where you and your partner can dance the evening away!).
Details:
- Gerasimos Theotokatos is this year’s chairman.
- The Clyde Suites private bar area will be open from 18:00 serving drinks and giving all the opportunity to network prior to Dinner being served from 19:15.
- Dress code: Formal.
- Tickets: £60 pp (excluding drinks).
- Applications for tickets should be requested via ‘davidjemontgomery@outlook.com‘ no later than Friday 27th October 23
- IMarEST have been able to secure several rooms from the Marriot on a first come first served basis. The room rates are inclusive of breakfast, £160 for Single Occupancy and £170 for Double Occupancy. Individuals/companies should book directly with the hotel mentioning you are attending the function. Please reserve your accommodation as soon as possible.
- The popular tombola will once again be held in the foyer, proceeds of which will be donated to the Institute Guild of Benevolence and Capability Scotland. If you wish to contribute a prize, you can arrange this via the email mentioned above.
Get your ticket now before they go!
Decarbonisation in Scottish Maritime Transport: A journey to net zero
Follow-up – CMDC Industry Update / Networking Event – Scotland, 11/10/22
Thank you to everyone who was able to join the above event this morning which I trust you all found useful. A recording of the meeting will shortly be made available via the Maritime UK and Scottish Maritime Cluster websites for those unable to join the meeting. As a follow up, please find attached:
Department for Transport background slide deck
Innovate UK slide deck
Innovate UK – KTN slide deck
Additional links
CMDC1 brochure: https://www.ukri.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IUK-28092022-7052_CMDC-Project-Brochure_sh_final1.pdf
List of past winners (R1 & R2) – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/clean-maritime-demonstration-competition-cmdc
Key dates and Innovate UK – KTN, networking platform
For all enquires please contact: support@iuk.ukri.org
Key dates:
- Submissions are now live
- 9th November 2022 – deadline for submissions
As mentioned by Matthew Moss during the meeting, here are details of the ‘Meeting Mojo’ networking platform available for your use: https://cmdc-industry-event.meeting-mojo.com
Contacts
Matthew Moss (Innovate UK KTN)
matthew.moss@ktn-uk.org
James Lovett (Innovate UK)
James.Lovett@iuk.ukri.org
Neale Ryan (Innovate UK)
Neale.Ryan@iuk.ukri.org
Thank you again for your interest and participation in this event.
Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition
The Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition is a UK-wide programme funded by the Department for Transport and delivered in partnership with Innovate UK. See World’s first green submarine among winners of the UK’s biggest clean maritime competition – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Currently the CMDC is funding 55 innovation projects around the UK looking at a range of technologies to decarbonise the maritime sector.
This event brings together the CMDC funded projects and partners based in Scotland to share their project plans with stakeholders interested in Clean Maritime – the event is aimed both at industry and across public sector organisations in Scotland.
The event updates you on a range of CMDC funded projects currently underway in Scotland, including across on-vessel and shoreside technologies. The event will help you to understand and connect with these clean marine opportunities which include:
- Lifecycle Energy Solutions for Clean Scotland/UK Maritime Economy (Byongug Jeong: University of Strathclyde)
- Automating lubricating oil analysis as a means to reduce engine GHG emissions (Jamie Grant: RAB Microfluidics)
- Direct Ammonia Fuel Cells for Maritime Propulsion (John Irvine: Zem Fuel Systems)
- NEPTUNE (Evangelos Boulougouris: University of Strathclyde)
- HIMET (Leonore Van Velzen: European Marine Energy Centre)
- Carnot Marine Vessel APUs – Feasibility Study (Evangelos Boulougouris: University of Strathclyde)
- Transition to hydrogen powered ocean-going and short-sea shipping with enabling retrofit technologies (TransShip) (Weichao Shi: University of Strathclyde)
- Feasibility Study for Shore Power in Aberdeen Harbour (Marlene Mitchell: Aberdeen Harbour Board)
- Data-Led Emissions Management (D-LEMA) (Graham Howe: Concept Systems Ltd)
- Hydrogen Offshore Transfer System (HOTS) (Ben Duncan: Jebb Smith Ltd)
The event also shares the latest on future funding opportunities in Clean Maritime.
Net Zero meeting
This is the third in our ongoing series on ‘the road to net zero’ and well timed in advance of COP26.
The agenda for the meeting with the timing of each speaker is as follows:
- Douglas Lang – Chairman of the Scottish Maritime Cluster (3:24)
- John Buckingham – BMT Global – The decarbonisation roadmap (6:35)
- Kevin Hobbs and John Salton – Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd. (CMAL) – Future Ferries and Alternative Fuel Types (22:26)
- Peter Aylott – UK Chamber of Shipping – The net zero journey for Deep Sea (38:05)
- Ashley Nicholson MBE- Forth Ports Ltd – Importance of Ports underpinning the Energy Transition (1:02:57) and (1:20:46)
- Mark Stagg – City of Glasgow College – the Voyage to Carbon Zero – seminar in partnership with the Scottish Maritime Cluster at COP26 (1:11:40)
- Panel Discussion (1:31:04)
London International Shipping Week Reception at Dover House
The Cluster was delighted to be able to host a drinks reception at Dover House, by courtesy of the Secretary of State for Scotland on 13th September, the first day of London International Shipping week. Some 80 members and their guests attended what was a most convivial evening and appreciated the chance to meet in person after such a long period. There were several short speeches by the Secretary of State, Alistair Jack MP, Robert Courts MP, the Shipping Minister, Graeme Day MSP, Scottish Minister for Transport and our chairman Douglas Lang.
London International Shipping Week 2021
We are delighted to be supporting London International Shipping Week and are hosting a reception at Dover House on 13th September 2021.
Find out more here: https://londoninternationalshippingweek.com/
Scottish Maritime Cluster webinar on Cyber Security
Scottish Maritime Cluster webinar on Cyber Security. We were delighted to be joined by Craig Archdeacon from Waterstons and Douglas McLachlan from Anderson Strathern who gave insightful presentations on cyber security for our members. This webinar was held on 12th March 2021.
Exploring Future Supply Chain Opportunities in Scottish Civil & Defence Shipbuilding
The Scottish Maritime Cluster held an online seminar on Tuesday 1st December: Exploring Future Supply Chain Opportunities in Scottish Civil & Defence Shipbuilding. A video of the seminar can be found here:
The presentations are available here:
Net Zero Carbon Workshop
The Scottish Maritime Cluster held a Net Zero Carbon event on 3rd November 2020.
The first of a series of workshops, this webinar helps to set the scene on opportunities and challenges in achieving net zero carbon by 2045 in the Maritime Sector in Scotland.
Speakers:
Paul Wheelhouse MSP, Minister for Energy, Connectivity and the Islands
Douglas Lang, Chairman of Scottish Maritime Cluster
Kevin Hobbs, CEO of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL)
Declan MacDonald, Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL)
Neil Kermode, MD of European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC), Orkney
Ben Murray, Director at Maritime UK
Graeme McKinley, Babcock LGE Technical Sales
Richard Westgarth, BMT Global and Maritime Research and Innovation (MarRI-UK)
Moderator: Brian Fulton (brian.fulton@scottishmaritimecluster.com)
Q and A session: Duncan Cunningham (duncan.cunningham@scottishmaritimecluster.com)
The presentations are available here:
Scottish Maritime Cluster Babcock LGE Presentation 3rd November 2020
Scottish Maritime Cluster CMAL Presentation 3rd November 2020
Scottish Maritime Cluster EMEC Presentation 3rd November 2020
Scottish Maritime Cluster MarRI-UK Presentation 3rd November 2020
The event was hosted in association with law firm Brodies, which provides a full range of legal services, including specialist advice to businesses and organisations involved in the maritime sector. Click here to receive legal and marketing updates, news and information about seminars and events from Brodies LLP.
Future Workforce to Engineering Industry – Invite 6th December
Heriot-Watt University is inviting you to an industrial engagement day where you will have the chance to engage with their students and graduates in “Master in Electrical and Electronic Engineering”.
The main event will be hosted at their new GRID building from 13.30 to 15.00 on Friday 6th December. To reserve your place, please sign up on Eventbrite.
Further details are available at the Eventbrite registration page.
Northern Lighthouse Board’s Scottish Users’ Consultative Group Meeting
The 2019 meeting of the Northern Lighthouse Board’s Scottish Users’ Consultative Group will take place on Tuesday, 5 November at 10:30 hours.
The location this year is again the Stevenson Rooms at the NLB’s Headquarters at 84 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 3DA.
Coffee will be available from 09:45 hours and a buffet lunch will be served after the meeting.
It would be much appreciated if you could advise us in advance whether or not you (or a representative) will be available to attend the meeting, via email SUCG@nlb.org.uk no later than Friday 25 October 2019.
Marimatch international maritime B2B matchmaking event at Europort 2019
5 – 8 November 2019
Women In Maritime Workshop
Thursday 17th October 2019 & Thursday 21st November 2019
SMC Board Meeting
Wednesday 6th November 2019