The ‘Next Generation Marine Power & Propulsion’ conference will focus on viable solutions for vessels of all sizes at Grand Harbour, Southampton from 26 to 28 April 2016.
The programme covers three phases:‘Here and Now Technology’ which considers how the UK and global marine industry can utilise the latest engineering; ‘Next Generation Systems’ which are within a few years of commercial release; and ‘Innovation and Future Possibilities’ which are pushing the boundaries far and wide.
Attendees at the two-day conference and one-day workshop include commercial and military end-user organisations, boat builders, engine manufacturers, mechanical and electrical engineers, naval architects and legislators.
The unique style of this event brings together an international group of experts armed with the latest knowledge to highlight the potential use of innovative power and propulsion systems. The objective is to identify a range of genuine solutions for workboats, pilot boats, wind farm support vessels, survey vessels, scientific research craft, fishing vessels, superyachts, patrol craft, military and unmanned craft.
Alan Priddy is a world leader in offshore expeditions who has powerboated and sailed around the world in both directions. He holds 37 records and knows what type of craft is required to break the World Powerboat Circumnavigation Record of 61 days. His presentation captures that spirit, ‘They said it could never be done - the scientific and engineering approach to the manufacture and use of emulsified fuels’.
Captain Don Cockrill, Secretary General of the UK Maritime Pilots Association, looks at ‘Powering the modern port - ships, tugs and the hidden fleet of support vessels.’ Johnny Lindstrom, Chairman of the National Marine Electronics Association, is flying in from the US with technical support globally for the fast emerging technologies, ‘Integrating vessel management systems using the NMEA 2000 protocol’.
Conference organiser, John Haynes, said, “Most people in the marine industry are time poor and know that their job list grows when they are out of the office, plus a lot of information can now be gathered from the internet. We have to innovate and use people’s time effectively”. Next Generation events focus on long breaks to encourage networking. Mr Haynes added, “We know that having the right people onboard is essential and there is no substitute for meeting the experts face to face.”
The full conference programme and workshop details can be viewed here.
