Email News December 2013
Welcome to the December 2013 Email Newsletter from Marine South East
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Posted 2013-11-12 10:14:24
Glycerol fuel project (GLEAMS) ‘Interest Group’ attracts attention from around the world
GLEAMS (Glycerine Fuel for Engines and Marine Sustainability) is a Technology Strategy Board project under the Marine Vessel Efficiency competition. The project is examining the technological, regulatory, supply chain and commercial issues relevant to introducing glycerol to the marine fuels market.
The technology is already deployed in the construction sector for combined heat and power plants and the project is developing this for use in conventional marine diesel engines and exploring how it can best be adapted to meet marine safety and environmental requirements.
The GLEAMS 'Interest Group' was launched in November 2013 to enable potential end users and other interested parties to interact with the project, be the first to see public project information and explore possibilities for future commercial collaborations.
Following coverage in the trade press it has attracted new members from marine companies of all sizes, NGOs and government organisations located in the UK, Europe, Korea, Russia and the USA. Members interests include R&D, design, manufacture, supply chain (including fuel), vessel operators and environmental,regulation and compliance.
Their input will be valuable to help identify the key drivers and barriers for the adoption of this novel fuel and develop routes to market.
Through the 'Interest Group' website members can follow progress of the project and contribute to debates on key topics. This interaction will contribute to the agendas for the workshops and networking sessions which the project will be hosting.
The first workshop will be at Lloyd's Register, London on Thursday, 27th February 2014. All 'Interest Group' members will be invited to attend.
Membership of the Interest Group is free of charge, to join please use the following link:
http://groupspaces.com/GLEAMSInterestGroup/join/
GLEAMS Partners
* Aquafuel Research Ltd
* Gardline Marine Sciences Ltd
* Lloyd’s Register EMEA
* Marine South East Ltd
* Redwing Environmental Ltd
Gleams is co-funded by the Technology Strategy Board
Posted 2013-12-02 08:26:59
TSB Funding Competition - Vessel Efficiency 2
The Technology Strategy Board, the UK agency set up to assist innovation across industries in the UK, has announced its next marine Collaborative R&D Competition - Vessel Efficiency II: Better systems at sea.
The first marine-specific competition, Vessel efficiency: piloting UK marine and maritime innovation, proved the industry's capability to develop innovative projects to make vessels more efficient, and this second competition will build on that success.
The competition will open in January 2014, covering the themes of voyage performance management and vessel system technologies. It will be seeking project proposals that demonstrate technologies that deliver significant fuel, system energy or operational efficiency improvements and/or emissions reductions, compared to the best technologies currently available.
About the Vessel Efficiency competition:
The competition builds on the industry roadmap which the Transport KTN supported the development of at the end of 2011. The road map identified several top priority themes, some of which are already being addressed through other investment routes and national activities, enabling this competition to focus on themes covering voyage performance, management and vessel system technologies.
Who should attend these events?
This competition is a welcome opportunity for marine companies throughout the UK, from leisure marine through to large shipping. The whole industry (from ship and boatbuilders to equipment and systems suppliers, including small businesses) should consider how it could help their R&D plans for next year.
The dialogue with potential project partners should start as soon as possible, so you are strongly encouraged to attend the Transport KTN awareness events (detailed below). Preparation ahead of the call open period (January to February) will ensure that you are ideally placed to maximise this opportunity. The BMF is working closely with the Transport KTN to disseminate information about this, and assist the formation of partnerships and collaborations.
What support is available to industry throughout the competition?
The Transport KTN have announced information and consortia building days for the Vessel Efficiency II "Better systems at sea" competition, expected to launch in Jan 2014. In advance of the competition launch the Transport KTN has arranged a number of consortia-building events to provide the opportunity to hear more about the competition and to network with other interested parties. There are two events remaining, being held in Merseyside and Newcastle.
Merseyside: Wednesday 27th November 2013
Follow the link for more information
http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vessel-efficiency-ii-competition-info-and-consortia-building-merseyside-tickets-9089957307
Newcastle: Wednesday 4th December 2013
Follow the link for more information
http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vessel-efficiency-ii-competition-information-and-consortia-building-newcastle-tickets-9089776767
Attendance at any one of the Transport KTN briefing events will ensure you are well-placed to act as soon as the competition opens.
For more information please contact Adrian Waddams at the
Transport KTN - Adrian.waddams@transportktn.org
Posted 2013-11-28 09:27:37
New Marine engineering CEMAST Centre of Excellence due to open September 2014 at Daedalus
In September 2014 all the current Fareham college Automotive, Engineering, Marine Engineering and Manufacturing courses will be relocated to the CEMAST Centre of Excellence, a new campus currently being built on the Daedalus airfield in Lee-on-the-Solent.
The site will become the central training facility for over 900 Full Time and Part Time Students, and will also act as the main learning centre for students in apprenticeship programmes with our partner companies - BAE Systems, GE Aviation, Virgin Atlantic, Coopervision, Burgess Marine, Jensen Motorsport to mention but a few.
CEMAST offers students a choice of career first and course second. Our focus is to provide all of the knowledge that a student will need to enter their chosen field and effectively prepare them for work and/or higher study. The CEMAST curriculum has been created in partnership with local industry leaders to ensure that students gain the most relevant and up to date industry knowledge.
Studying at CEMAST is an opportunity to develop your experience and understanding of technical subjects in an industry-standard environment. With an investment of over £12 million, the purpose built workshops will be equipped with the latest technology and resources.
With strong links and partnerships with local, national and multi-national businesses, our students will have an excellent standing to move directly into employment and/or higher study following the successful completion of their course. Our links with these companies also offer students experience in the industry workplace. Many of our students have been offered paid employment within their chosen profession as many businesses are quick to recognise the valuable level of technical knowledge that our students have.
For those looking to move on to university, we also offer higher level courses, such as the Higher National Diploma and Technical Baccalaureate. These enriched qualifications offer students an academic edge to enhance their technical studies.
Marine candidates will be able to complete an intermediate diploma or advanced diploma depending on their entry qualifications. The intermediate diploma is designed to provide the candidate with a specialist work related qualification and training in marine engineering. They will gain the basic skills and understanding of marine engineering. The course includes engineering processes and techniques, working practice and science and maths for technicians. The intermediate diploma or equivalent marine qualification are the entry level requirements for the advanced diploma. The advanced diploma provides the practical skills and knowledge needed to progress to an apprenticeship or further study (e.g. H.N.C or an engineering degree.
For marine companies wanting further information please contact:
Kevin Attwood
Programme Manager, Work Based Engineering, Marine Engineering
Fareham College
Bishopsfield Road
Fareham
Hampshire
Tel: 01329 815 221
Mob: 07414 891 301
Posted 2013-11-28 09:30:42
Seavision 'Picture This' competition to win a Nexus Tablet
Sea Vision, in partnership with the Institute of Marine Engineering Science and Technology (IMarEST), is running a photographic Competition – 'Picture This' – to promote awareness of the UK maritime and marine sector.
Entry is simply by uploading an original photograph to the Sea Vision website, capturing your take on Marine Engineering, Science and Technology.
Competition details are at:
http://www.seavision.org.uk/competitions/picturethis and welcomes entries in 3 categories: 11 to 14 year olds, 15 to 18 year olds and no age limit for those working in the maritime/marine sector.
So go on, have a shot and encourage your colleagues to enter as well. Share details of the competition with young people in your circle. The winning entry in each category will get a Nexus Tablet.
All entries are profiled on the social media sites to spark interest in our professional world so please do your bit to promote awareness of our sector - don't delay snap today! Closing Date 20th December - Good Luck!"
Posted 2013-12-02 08:44:53
Office and workshop space available at Endeavour Quay, Gosport
Mixed sized units of both office and workshop space, with flexible terms, are currently available to let at Endeavour Quay which is situated in a marine hub in a busy boatyard in Portsmouth Harbour.
Endeavour Quay is a highly equipped professional boatyard located on Gosport waterfront, overlooking Portsmouth Harbour. The famous and historic boatyard currently has additional office, storage and workshop space available for marine businesses to occupy.
Formerly the famous Camper & Nicholsons boatbuilding facility, this busy yard still regularly plays host to big names in the world of yacht racing including Alex Thomson and Mike Golding, as well as the Clipper fleet and yachts such as the classic J class.
Endeavour Quay also has a strong commercial client base including naval, workboat, and safety vessels; and with more than five marinas and circa 5000 leisure craft in Portsmouth Harbour, it also welcomes a large number of privately owned sail and power boats throughout the year.
The marine trade centre hopes to attract new tenants to further enhance the service offer to boat owners in the region. Already home to many marine businesses including a chandlery, rigger, sail maker, engineer, surveyor and specialist painter, the boatyard provides the perfect base for new and existing businesses to operate.
Endeavour Quay plays an important role in Gosport’s thriving marine services hub; the town is a marine leisure centre with numerous marinas and boatyards located in a busy commercial harbour. There are excellent transport links with Portsmouth Harbour, the train station and ferry terminal are only a short ferry ride away with direct trains to London Waterloo, Gatwick Airport, and the Isle of Wight. Gosport also has major road links and Southampton Airport is less than an hour away.
The large undercover boat sheds, 180 tonne travel hoist, 24 hour deep water access and no air draft restriction mean the yard is the ideal spot for bigger yachts based and visiting the region; vessels in excess of 24 metres often reside on-site for refits and repairs.
With spaces suitable for storage, offices and workshops, all units are fully serviced with power, water, data communication links and lighting.
For more information please follow the link http://www.endeavourquay.co.uk/latest-news/?p=1425
or contact:
+44 (0)23 9258 4200
or email enquiries@endeavourquay.co.uk
Posted 2013-11-12 10:26:07
FRC International: 3 Days of Specialist Courses in Southampton, December 2013
FRC International are running three days of unique courses in Southampton this December which are highly relevant to all companies and organisations operating RIBs and planing craft in the professional, commercial and military sector.
DYNAV MANAGER course, 3rd December 2013, demonstrates to decision makers why a new method of Dynamic Navigation is required for the professional fast craft sector. DYNAV MANAGER explains how the system works and how it may be implemented within organisations to enhance performance and safety.
WBV MANAGER course, 4th December 2013, delivers industry best practice regarding whole body vibration (WBV) and repetitive shock (RS) on planing craft. Decision makers, managers and senior coxswain from over 100 organisations have attended FRC WBV awareness courses in Europe, Canada and North America.
WBV Motion Analysis + H-SURV course, 5th December 2013, was developed in response to industry requests for guidance to measuring vibration on planing craft. It gives the latest information to support vibration exposure assessment, health surveillance, EC compliance and exemption applications.
Attendees on WBV MANAGER and Motion Analysis courses receive The Nautical Institute certificate.
All the courses are being held at the Grand Harbour Hotel Southampton, only twenty minutes from Southampton Airport with parking on site. Lunch and refreshments are included.
Online booking at http://www.frc-wbv.com/register-courses/ or email info@frc-int.com or call +44 (0)1202 443798
Posted 2013-11-19 15:57:52
Design for Manufacture in Composites Workshop, 13th December 2013, Bristol
This interactive workshop for experienced Designers and Engineers has been created to provide a broad-based entry point for design and manufacture in composites. During the workshop there will be time to work with our experts, participate in demonstrations of software tools led by specialists and the opportunity to draw up initial development plans that respond to your business needs.
The event is free to attend for SME's based in the South East and South West.
To register your interest please email stacey.downton@nccuk.com
For general enquiries please contact enquiries@nccuk.com or visit http://www.nccuk.com
Posted 2013-12-02 08:39:50
BMF Showcase at the Miami Boat Show, 13th-17th February 2014, Miami
This show is the main leisure marine event in the USA and brings in a national audience of B2C and B2B customers. The BMF shared showcase option will be available to encourage new companies to enter the market and find potential partners to work with. UKTI TAP grants of £1,500 are available for qualifying companies.
To help UK companies access and understand this important show and market the BMF is taking a stand in Miami Beach Convention Centre, in the dry and cool and out of the rain. We are offering a shared showcase stand with the backing of UK Trade & Investment.
For more information please contact Tom Chant at the BMF on 01784 473377 or email tchant@britishmarine.co.uk
