Marine South East January 2007
Foreword...
Foreword
Welcome to the first issue of email news for 2007. As usual it is packed full with information and advice on a range of issues. It is also the season for events and as well as the first Marine South East AGM, taking place on the 17th January in Chichester, we have information on a whole host of seminars and networking receptions planned at this year’s London Boat Show. Read on to find out more….
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Marine South East update
Register now for Marine South East AGM on Wednesday 17th January...
Join Marine South East on Wednesday 17th January to discuss the challenges facing the South East marine industry and learn about the initiatives Marine South East is pursuing to tackle profit, productivity and promotion. Email now to register your attendance admin@marinesoutheast.co.uk.
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Marine South East looking for two project managers...
Due to an expanded prtfolio of projects across the South East region Marine South East is currently looking ot recruit two project managers in both the East kent and solent areas.
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Latest information from Marine South East on the web...
The Marine South East website is packed with useful information for marine companies across the region, but many people don’t know what is available and what could be useful for their business.
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Marine South East Seminar programme planned for SeaWork...
At this year’s SeaWork Exhibition, 12-14 June 2007, Marine South East will be holding a series of seminars on issues most affecting companies in the region.
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Latest tenders on Marine South East website...
Some new tender opportunities have recently been added to the Marine South East website, if you would like to find out more go to http://www.marinesoutheast.co.uk/tender_opportunities
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International development
South East company takes top honours at Paris Boat Show...
The winners of the second Laureat Nautique Franco-Britannique Award were announced during the Paris Boat Show last month. Overall winners were South East company Formula Yacht Spars and their French partner Black Flag Composite. The Franco-British award is supported by the UKTI and organised by the British Marine Federation (BMF) and Federation des Industries Nautiques (FIN) and recognises marine companies from France and the UK that have entered into successful partnerships.
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New International Activities Guide now available...
A new guide to overseas boat shows will be available in January, with details of overseas shows across marine sectors and details of where you can get further information and details on funding available.
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Innovation and Technology
Funding available to help companies develop innovative projects...
Through the CommercialiSE framework, PoCKeT provides funds for early stage business ideas. PoCKeT is specifically for "proof of concept" development where the knowledge and expertise of a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or Public Sector Research Expertise (PSRE) can assist to make them a commercial reality.
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Royal visit to Portsmouth-based McMurdo recognises innovation in the industry...
His Royal Highness The Duke of York visited the headquarters of emergency location beacon manufacturers McMurdo Ltd in December. The Duke was shown the latest life-saving equipment and was introduced to staff in the factory and design offices.
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Free technology Venture workshops on offer...
The Designing Demand Innovate programme starts with a 1 day Technology Venture Workshop – which is being held at the Jubilee Library in Brighton on 16th January 2007 or 30th January 2007 at the Design Council in London.
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Skills and Training
Lloyds Maritime celebrates 30 years of training provision with new prospectus of courses...
Celebrating over 30 years of providing Lloyd's maritime training programmes to the industry, Lloyd's Maritime Academy has launched a comprehensive prospectus, which illustrates the range of programmes and services now offered by the organisation.
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Marketing – a series of seminars to help you better target your market...
How well do your key decision makers understand your markets? . Are your strategic decisions based on carefully executed market research or on ‘gut feel’?
As supply chains globalise, it is essential for South East manufacturers to maintain and exploit a ‘competitive advantage’, working closely with key customers to anticipate and satisfy their changing requirements.
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SEMTA Funding available for Management and Leadership...
The BMF has secured funding from SEMTA (Science, Engineering & Manufacturing Technologies Alliance) to help companies in Marine Manufacturing and Engineering sector develop their leadership skills.
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Around the region
Minister boosts campaign to save Portsmouth Naval Base...
Senior Minister Derek Twigg MP spoke out at a recent meeting in the Houses of Parliament about the future of Portsmouth naval base and the vital role it has to play in the future of the city. The comments of the defence minister came as a massive boost to campaigners fighting to save the home of the navy from closure.
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Latest South East marina awarded gold anchors...
Thames and Kennet marina has recently been awarded four gold anchors by The Yacht Harbours Association as a result of its ongoing programme of improving quality and value.
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South Coast Marinas join forces to launch a comprehensive website for yachtsmen cruising in the South East...
Over 35 marinas, harbours and coastal authorities have come to together under the Sail South East brand to launch a comprehensive website for visiting yachtsmen to the South East of England from Weymouth to Ramsgate.
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Sailing on TV...
A new online programme for cruiser sailors has recently been launched. Yachting TV is the first professionally made, magazine style show that brings to life the stories, issues and skills that are relevant to every sailor.
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Events
Whole host of events at this year’s London Boat Show...
The British Marine Federation will again this year be putting on a series of events to help companies make the most of their time visiting or exhibiting at the show.
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Adieu from MareNet, Wednesday 31 January...
Venue: Royal Naval Submarine Museum, Gosport
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Superyacht UK Tour of Excellence 2007, 6th- 9th March...
Venue: South East and South West