Email News May 2008
Foreword
This month sees success across the region for our industry. New statistics released by the British Marine Industry show the importance of the South East’s leisure marine output, representing more than a third of the UK’s turnover, up 5% on the previous year. Individual success is also on the up, Sussex-based Oceanair was recently awarded its third Queen’s Award for Enterprise, which shows the quality of companies in the region. Read on for more detail on these two stories…
Posted 2008-04-29 13:34:38
Innovation and Technology
Oceanair Marine secures crowning glory
Sussex based Oceanair Marine has won the coveted Queen’s Award for Enterprise this year in recognition of their outstanding achievement in International Trade. This is the company’s third Queen’s Award.
The Queen's Awards for Enterprise are the UK's most prestigious Awards for business performance. The Awards are made each year by The Queen, on the advice of the Prime Minister, who is assisted by an Advisory Committee that includes representatives from Government, industry and commerce, and the trade unions.
Winning an Award is an opportunity to prove to a company's customers and suppliers just how successful its business is. It is an independent and prestigious endorsement of quality and some companies have seen as increased turnover of up to 30% as a result of their win.
If you are interested in applying for a Queens Award log onto http://www.queensawards.org.uk to find out more. The deadline for applications for the 2009 awards is 31st October 2008.
Posted 2008-04-29 13:52:56
Marine South East to support innovation at Seawork for third year running
For the third year running Marine South East will be sponsoring the Seawork innovation showcase. It reflects the growing support of marine innovation in the region and research has shown that more than 80% of visitors to the show come specifically to see new products and innovations.
Entry to the Showcase is open to companies that have launched a new product onto the market over the past 12 months. The Award is presented to the company or individual which has developed the most innovative product, vessel or project over the preceding 12 months. Winners of the Spirit of Innovation Award will be presented with their accolade at the Seawork gala dinner on the first evening of the show at St Mary's Stadium - with judging having taken place earlier in the day.
There are 6 categories: Vessel Design and Construction, Safety and Survival, Marine Equipment and Materials, Diving and Underwater Technology, Marine Electronics and Marine Civil Engineering, with a winner in each category and an 'overall winner'.
The 'Spirit of Innovation' Award was won in 2006 by Zodiac Hurricane for their 'Minuteman Rescue Raft' and in 2007 by Halyard (M&I) Ltd for their patented 'Exhaust Resonator Silencer'.
To enter your product into the Innovations Showcase contact Trudy Brooks for further details. Tel: +44(0)1329 820489, email tbrooks@seawork.com
Posted 2008-04-30 14:01:20
Marine Communities Fund Deadline
The deadline for the next round of funding for the Marine Communities Fund is fast approaching, with applications needing to be lodged no later than the 8th May 2008.
The Marine Communities Fund provides support to initiatives and programmes which contribute to the development of best practice, and make a significant contribution to the good management and stewardship of the marine estate.
The fund also supports projects raising awareness and involving coastal communities in the benefits of offshore renewable energy in the UK. Importantly, all projects must be directly relevant to Crown Estate property and comply with The Crown Estate Act 1961.
The fund operates two rounds per year. The first funding round for the 2008/2009 financial year took place in November 2007, with 75% of the budget allocated at that time. The second funding round will allocate the remaining 25% and the deadline for applications is the 8th May 2008. The assessment panel will meet on the 5th June 2008 and successful applicants will be notified shortly after this date.
Crown Estate welcomes well developed and fully costed applications for projects around the UK coast. The application process is simple and straightforward. If you are thinking of applying, your application needs to be lodged by 8th May. For more information about the application process, including the necessary forms, please go to the Marine Communities Fund page on The Crown Estate website, http://www.thecrownestate.co.uk For small projects (applications for less than £10,000), use the small application form, for large applications (over £10,000) use the large application form.
If you have any queries contact Hannah Cherry Hannah.Cherry@thecrownestate.co.uk
Established in 1999, The Crown Estate's marine communities fund has already distributed nearly £2 million to a wide range of practical projects around the coast.
Posted 2008-04-29 13:57:19
Renewable energy: a growing sector for the South East marine industry
A South East consortium led by Marine South East has recently won funding to develop the infrastructure to transmit power from marine renewables. The consortium, which also involved South East companies JP Kenny, IT Power and University of Southampton (working through Marinetech South), will develop the proposal further over the next year, having secured nearly £80,000 of funding.
JP Kenny, which has recently been selected as the Subsea Company of the Year by Subsea UK, a trade association representing 150 of the world's leading subsea companies, will now take the project forward starting this month.
Jonathan Williams, Chief Executive of Marine South East explains how this type of consortium work can help develop opportunities in emerging markets: "by bringing these companies together and leading the development of a proposal for funding we have helped these South East companies explore innovation opportunities in one of the fastest growing marine markets. Renewable marine technologies are being used around the globe and these companies are at the forefront of developing the technology capabilities."
"We are always looking for other opportunities to help companies develop innovative solutions such as this and would welcome the opportunity to help companies work in collaboration to gain funding."
The UK has substantial expertise in many fields of marine engineering and related supply chains of products and services. This project will highlight how cross-sector working can allow groups of complementary companies to tap growth markets, both in the UK and globally.
Successful outcomes will help specific companies to participate in a growing marine renewables market, and also provide an exemplar to many other companies. Marine SE is already involved in dialogue with public and private sector organisations regarding supply chain opportunities created by major marine renewable developments, stimulated by London Array and other offshore wind farm investments. This project will help to extend this role into the 'wet' renewables market.
This is an industrial research project which aims to explore feasibility of hydraulic power transmission for marine energy devices, and to create tools for assessing cost-effectiveness of hydraulic power transmission for different application requirements. PATCH will focus specifically on use of seawater hydraulics, for reasons of simplicity and avoidance of environmental hazard.
If you would like to find out more contact Jonathan Williams by emailing jonathan@marinesoutheast.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-29 14:59:52
Installation to start on world first prototype tidal stream generator
Installation of a prototype tidal stream generator is due to commence this week, after the Secretary of State, John Hutton, granted planning permission last month. The Pulse Stream 100 is the world’s first shallow water tidal stream grid connected generator, and the prototype will help reveal opportunities to use well located shallow water resources in close proximity to power consumers. The high energy intensity device is able to capture a significant amount of the energy contained within tidal flows as its arrangement is not restricted by water depth.
The PS100 is a 100kW tidal power device. It is specifically designed for shallow water and uses high-performance hydrofoils like underwater aeroplane wings which move up and down in the same way that a whale's tail does. This captures the energy from the tidal stream currents which can be converted to electricity.
Manufacture and installation is underway and a commissioned device is expected in the middle of this year. The PS 100 will be tested in the Humber Estuary near Grimsby. Hampshire based IT Power is the lead partner for this DTI/DBERR assisted project. It is also a collaborative project involving Econnect, BMT, Corus and the University of Hull. Key suppliers are, Siemens Flender, Bosch Rexroth, Control Techniques and Leroy Somer, with Pulse Tidal delivering on technical side of the project.
To find out more email admin@marinesoutheast.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-30 19:18:31
Around the region and International Business
Marine South East enhances its Dubai offer
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) marine sector is exhibiting strong year-on-year growth, presenting substantial export opportunities for marine businesses in southeast England. Dubai is set to emerge as one of the world’s most competitive maritime clusters, and with its world-class infrastructure and effective government support, Dubai has the potential to play a pivotal role in the regional and international maritime industry. It offers proximity to customers and suppliers, potential for business growth in a rapidly developing environment, easy accessibility, a developed port infrastructure and a convenient time zone.
Over £415 million is being invested in the building of Dubai Maritime City, the worlds first purpose built maritime centre. The 227 hectare integrated, mixed-use development is currently under construction on a man-made peninsula, and will encompass commercial, industrial, academic and residential components, and one of the emirate's largest marinas.
Dubai has the potential to emerge as a global maritime financing hub, and increasing ship financing and brokerage facilities will be influential in attracting ship owners and brokers to Dubai. There is an increasing requirement for security provision within the UAE's ports and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
Marine South East (MSE), in conjunction with South East England Development Agency (SEEDA), has opened an office in Dubai to support members' marine interests across the UAE. In addition to a fully staffed office, MSE is offering members introductions to carefully selected prospective clients and the opportunity to have their own presence in Dubai.
What will clients receive for their investment?
- Introductory meetings with carefully selected prospective clients
- Prestigious office address in Dubai
- Use of telephone, fax and office support, with a dedicated number answered in the clients name
- Dedicated website
- Availability of Business Development resource
- Notification of developing opportunities
- Representation at exhibitions
- Use of office for visiting executives
- Embassy meetings on behalf of members
- Full liaison with UKT&I
- Trade conference presentations
- Ongoing assistance with requirements after incubation period
- Continuous and ongoing PR support
- Access to legal assistance and language specialists
- Access to understanding of supply chain and marketing opportunities
- Networking
- Attendance at specialist events
- Advice on accessing investment from UAE
- Access to collaborative working with other members
This novel, comprehensive service is available for an annual fee of £10,000.
For companies uncertain about making an initial full-year commitment, MSE have introduced an easy-entry scheme whereby client can pay just £2,500 for a three month trial. Specific, defined outcomes will be agreed at the outset with John Ellis, MSE's Dubai Business Manager, and it is envisaged that on attainment of these outcomes, companies will be keen to extend the arrangement.
To find out more contact stephen@marinesoutheast.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-30 13:49:49
South East dominates leisure marine industry
New figures show that the South East clearly dominates as the region with the greatest revenue share (36.1%) of the leisure marine industry with a growth of 5% in comparison with last year.
The British Marine Federation recently released the 2006/2007 Key Performance Indicators for the UK Leisure and Small Commercial Marine Industry. Importantly, the total turnover of the UK leisure and small commercial marine industry is £2.952 billion, up 6.5% from 2005/6. Other headline figures include:
- Value added contribution, the principal measure of national economic benefit, is £1.053 billion (35.7% of turnover) - value comparable to 2005/6
- International trade revenue is £1.035 billion - an uplift in value of 12.7% from 2005/6. This revenue now represents 35.1% of total turnover.
- There are around 35,680 employees across the industry (Full Time Equivalent) - an increase of 1.9% from 2005/6.
- In the UK, there are around 4,300 businesses in the UK leisure & small commercial marine market
The figures also reveal clear evidence of the importance of both the service sectors and boat sector including manufacturing and distribution, each accounting for more than a third of revenue of over £1 billion each, with the remainder in engines / systems and equipment. There has also been a significant change in revenue from manufacture to distribution within the UK compared to 2005/6. This is due to a movement towards outsourcing overseas for some companies and more accurate classification by some members.
In addition, some trends are emerging when comparing year-on-year performance in the leisure marine market. Total boat revenue, for manufacture and distribution, has increased by 12% from last year, engines / systems by 3% and equipment by 6%. Services as a whole are at a same size in revenue as last year, with a slight increase in business services.
For further information or to request a copy please contact the Statistics & Market Research Department at the BMF. British Marine Federation, Marine House, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham, Surrey TW20 8BF, Tel: 01784 223615, E-mail: research@britishmarine.co.uk or visit http://www.britishmarine.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-29 13:39:54
Doors open for marine supply companies
Significant spin off benefits will be generated by US Super yacht company Palmer Johnson’s move to SEEDA’s Woolston site, with local communities and marine industry suppliers set to reap the rewards of SEEDA’s most recent drive to cultivate inward investment in the South East.
Palmer Johnson has now confirmed that it intends to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Woolston, as well as opening a new manufacturing facility at Hythe in New Forest. Rolan Staub, Director at Palmer Johnson explained that the new production facilities were integral to the company's growth strategy and that its UK expansion allows Palmer Johnson to meet the global demand for its products. He said; "We are also keen to tap into the marine base of the region in terms of working with local suppliers and sub-contractors".
The decision to expand in the Solent follows the setting up of a design office at East Cowes, on the Isle of Wight, last year. The new facility at Woolston Riverside will open in 2009, but in the meantime, Palmer Johnson will build prototype vessels at Hythe Marine Park.
Marine South East is discussing with the BMF and SEEDA how best to maximize the benefits to marine supply chains and also to ensure that the skilled workforce is expanded to cope with the increased employment.
If you would like to find out more contact Jonathan Williams by emailing jonathan@marinesoutheast.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-30 13:57:13
Inward mission of buyers at this year's Seawork
The Seawork Inward Buyer Mission will take place at Seawork in Southampton on 11th and 12th June 2008. The Mission will bring more than 20 key decision makers from major overseas companies to Seawork to meet with suppliers in order to develop commercial relationships.
Buyers and suppliers will be matched by capability and interest. Each buyer will have a pre-arranged schedule of meetings, based on 20 minute slots. In 2007 buyers came from Portugal, Spain, New Zealand, China, Canada, Taiwan, Turkey, Italy and India and the initiative resulted in 100 face-to-face meetings being set up, with 4 companies invited to the buyer's home countries to further business relations.
The number of buyers at this year's conference is expected to double and the meetings will take place all day Wednesday and until Thursday lunchtime. Exhibitors and visitors are invited to register their interest and slots will be allocated on a first come first served basis. For only £50 per meeting, your company could discover lucrative new overseas markets. For further information about buyers, contact David Nickolls at UKTI on +44 (0)845 354555 or email david.nickolls@uktisoutheast.com. To register as a supplier, fill in the form from the Seawork website, http://www.seawork.com or contact Faye Reeve on +44 (0)1329 820479 for further details.
Posted 2008-04-30 19:20:05
Skills and Training
Back to School
Leap into action this summer and join the growing number of business leaders who are going back to school. Solent Skill Quest is calling for companies to put their thinking caps on and support the Eastleigh and Southampton Enterprise events in June and July 2008.
Enterprise events play an important role in linking schools with businesses. As part of their curriculum school students learn about the skills they will need for their future careers. This can range from their appearance, behaviour, and time keeping through to the ability to produce and execute business plans. One of the best methods of achieving this is by learning from the knowledge and experience of the people in the local business community. Enterprise days facilitate this sharing of information and skills.
Solent Skill Quest is based in Southampton and is one of many Education and Business Partnerships (EBP) in the South East region who organise this type of event. Enterprise days involve company representatives working with students to guide them as they hone their entrepreneurial skills. Amongst the challenges that the team (and you!) may face are, developing a marketing strategy to sell confectionery in Europe, or producing a business plan for the school prom.
Solent Skill Quest will facilitate the events at schools in the Eastleigh and Southampton area. If you decide to take part you will be given details and fully briefed beforehand. All that they ask is that you are willing to spend a day working with the students to help prepare them for their future careers. They appreciate that your time is valuable, but the input of your knowledge is shown to be invaluable to the students.
People who have taken part in previous events describe it as being "an enjoyable and rewarding experience" and many companies use it as an opportunity to link with schools to get to know their future workforce.
If you would like to participate in the Eastleigh and Southampton Enterprise events or require further information then please contact Wendy Miller at Solent Skill Quest on 023 80706102 or by e-mail Wendy.miller@solentskill.co.uk
Similar events are held across the South East Region and if you would like to be linked to an EBP in your area then please contact David Rea by e-mail at david@marinesoutheast.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-30 13:27:34
Superyacht UK Launches New Careers Website
A new careers website has recently been launched by Superyacht UK, one of the largest associations within the British Marine Federation. The site, http://www.superyachtuk.com/careers, is designed to close the gap between interest in Superyachts and action, providing information on entry routes, career progression, qualifications needed and recruitment and training providers.
The Association has recognised that there is an increasing demand for crew to work on super yachts around the globe and aims to support those in the profession and raise the profile of the sector to encourage new recruits.
The tremendous growth experienced by the Superyacht industry, estimated at 500% in the past 10 years, has created a worldwide shortage of trained and qualified crew, both on deck and in engineering occupations. Experts are estimating that 435 yachts of more than 30 metres were launched in 2007, in addition to a number of 100 metres plus, creating a further huge demand.
Martin Redmayne, The Yacht Report and Chairman of Superyacht UK said: "The tremendous growth in the Superyacht sector is great news for the industry and this new website starts to address the demand for crew. It is a great initiative from Superyacht UK and will serve many purposes, from providing support to raising the profile of the sector and encouraging new entrants."
The website takes people through the job options available within the engineering, deck and service fields, with roles ranging from Captain to Electrician, Chief Steward to Chef. It also identifies the entry level positions and those jobs more likely to be found on larger yachts.
The site also outlines a step by step guide to gaining the correct training and qualifications, such as the MCA and RYA certifications, as well as putting people in touch with recruitment and training providers making the process quick and easy.
Superyacht UK, one of the largest associations within the British Marine Federation, and exists to support marine businesses in the UK supply chain and promote British excellence. The association is committed to improving, developing and expanding the market.
Posted 2008-04-30 13:32:05
A hull of an idea
St Lawrence College in Ramsgate is one of 21 schools taking part in the 2008 Schools Marine Challenge. As they strive for success in this year’s competition St Lawrence College is aiming to top last year’s entry. Particular attention has been placed on multi-hull design, producing different hull types for solar, electric and methanol boats.
All patterns have been made in the school and the moulds are used to produce GRP hulls, the quality of which is as good as anything you could buy. Even staff are getting in on the act and have produced their own entry called, Mojo.
Schools Marine Challenge plays an important part in the development of links between schools and businesses across the South East. By working together knowledge is shared and the next generation of marine engineers and designers are on their way to success. Organised by the British Marine Federation and Marine South East, the aim of the challenge is to introduce school children to the world of marine engineering. Marine companies across the south east link up with local schools to give the pupils an insight into the world of boat building.
Since its inception the popularity of Schools Marine Challenge has grown with entries up 50 percent sine 2006. Both business and schools take this competition seriously and welcome the challenges they face as they compete to see who will be this year's winning entry. This year's school entrants include:-
Applemore College, Southampton Hampshire
Bishop Luffa Church of England School, Chichester West Sussex
Dane Court Grammar School, Broadstairs Kent
Leigh Academy, Dartford Kent
Midhurst Intermediate School, Midhurst, West Sussex
Oaklands Community School, Southampton Hampshire
Quilly School of Engineering, Eastleigh Hampshire
Rainham School for Girls, Rainham Kent
Seaford College, Petworth West Sussex
Springfield Technology College, Portsmouth Hampshire
Carisbrooke High School, Newport Isle of Wight
St Andrew's C of E High School for Boys, Worthing West Sussex
St Anne's Catholic School, Southampton Hampshire
The Arnewood School, New Milton Hampshire
Oxford and Cherwell Valley College, Bicester Oxfordshire
St Birinus School, Didcot Oxfordshire
Manhood Community College, Chichester West Sussex
Newstead Woods School for Girls, Orpington Kent
St Lawrence College, Ramsgate Kent
The Forest School, Horsham West Sussex
The Sholing Technology College, Southampton Hampshire
This year's race day is taking place on Tuesday 1st July at Southwater Water Sports Centre. Companies can support the event in a number of ways, either by providing technical support and advice to schools designing and constructing their petrol, electric and solar-powered boats or by providing sponsorship for individual prizes or overall sponsorship of the Challenge itself. If you are looking for a way to improve access to young people interested in a career in the marine industry or would like to raise your profile in the local media by supporting this event we would like to hear from you.
For further information on the event or if you would like to get involved with a school near you please contact David Rea either by calling 02380 111 597 or email david@marinesoutheast.co.uk
Posted 2008-04-30 13:35:33
Opportunities for engineering graduates to start out on their own
The National Council for Graduate Entrepreneurship (NCGE) is a government funded not-for-profit organisation that works with Higher Education Institutions in England to promote entrepreneurship education and graduate start-up.
NCGE has recently launched two opportunities for Engineering students/graduates who might be interested in starting their own business: The Flying Start Programme for Engineers supported by the Royal Academy of Engineers and the Flying Start Global Entrepreneurs Programme supported by Kauffman Foundation(US).
Flying Start Global Entrepreneurs Programme
The Flying Start Global Entrepreneurship Programme takes the best entrepreneurial talent from UK universities and links them with the entrepreneurial environment in America. The purpose is to encourage UK graduates/postgraduates to develop scalable high intensity businesses. The Flying Start Global Entrepreneurs Programme is the UK part of a 12 month programme made possible by collaboration between the National Council for Graduate Entrepreneurship , UK and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation of Kansas City, Missouri, US.
The Programme consists of:
- 6 months spent in the UK where Global Entrepreneurs work with their sponsor university to develop their science, technology or engineering business idea.
- 6 months in the US as Kauffman Global Scholars where they work with top entrepreneurial universities and intern in leading innovative companies.
Global Entrepreneurs are drawn from English universities and have science, technology and engineering, maths related business concepts. The deadline for applications is 5PM Friday 9th May 2008
An application form, guidelines and further details can all be found on:
http://www.flyingstart-ncge.com/public/global_scholars/gs_home.html .
As in past years universities have been asked to sponsor individual students or post-graduates. Applications are not accepted from individuals. Each application will be verified to ensure that the university has agreed to sponsor.
Flying Start Programme for Engineers
In conjunction with the Royal Academy of Engineering NCGE has just launched the first national Flying Start Programme solely for graduates who plan to launch engineering-related businesses in the UK. The programme will take current final year students and graduates from across the country and provide them with the support and training needed to turn their idea into a business within 12 months.
The programme is free and any final year student or graduate planning to start and base a engineering business in the UK is welcome to apply. It is also open to those who have just begun to trade (within the last 12 months). The programme kicks off with a 3 day residential to be held at the Royal Academy of Engineering in London on 30th June - 2nd July 2008 (Food and accommodation for participants is included). Following the 3 day residential graduates receive mentoring and support for a full 12 months.
There are 30 places available, deadline for applications is Friday 16th May but places will be offered before this date to any application that meets the required standard so we expect the place to be filled before this date. An application form can be found on the following link;
http://www.flyingstart-ncge.com/uploads/RAE_Engineering_application_form.doc
Posted 2008-04-30 14:07:15
Events
Port of Gdansk Authority port expansion presentation, Wednesday 7th May
Venue: UKTI Conference centre, London
A major port and infrastructure expansion is about to be launched along Poland's Baltic coast at Gdansk - the scene of a recent UK inspired container terminal development, now commissioned and in full operation. The new expansion will be a mega investment by the Port of Gdansk Authority, SA.
There is already a considerable flow of goodwill between Poland and UK following from the earlier container terminal. The Port of Gdansk Authority is including London in its launch programme through this presentation, to provide opportunities for participation from UK enterprises.
There is no doubt that the construction of the Central Port will be the largest development investment in the Port of Gdansk over the years to come. The conceptual design that has been recently conceived is novel and bold in character. It provides for creating approx. 450 ha of new port land as a result of land reclamation from the sea and 150 ha of inner water basins. The land thus formed will be designates for the construction of the following facilities: a general cargo terminal with a projected annual throughput capacity of 4 million tonnes, a passenger terminal with a traffic capacity of 2 million passengers per year and a container terminal - 3 million TEUs annually.
The Central Port will be designed to accommodate the biggest vessels that can enter the Baltic Sea. The planned investment project, which is possible owing to its location advantages, will pave the way for Gdansk to become a state-of-the-art and thoroughly universal port that can successful meet its clients' expectation.
If you wish to attend this event please contact, Ken Gibbons, Director, Society Of Maritime Industries, 30 Great Guildford Street, London SE1 0HS, Tel: +44(0)20 7928 9199 or Email: ken.gibbons@maritimeindustries.org, http://www.maritimeindustries.org
Posted 2008-04-30 14:25:46
Financing of Ports & Terminals, Thursday 08 May 2008 - Friday 09 May 2008
Venue: Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, London
Lloyd's Maritime Academy is set to hold an inaugural Financing of Ports and Terminals Seminar. The first from the successful series of seminars on Maritime Economics and Marine Terminal Management, this two day event provides a comprehensive overview of how ports and terminals are managed and financed along with the challenges of infrastructure expansion, risk assessment and security.
This programme has been specifically designed to include case studies and practical sessions, enabling you to gain first hand practical experience.
Attend this seminar to:
- Understand the global economic trends and competitive edge in the ports and terminal sector
- Learn about the drivers of demand and regional volume growth projections
- Comprehend hinterland traffic in continental Europe by 2015
- Grasp the key funding issues in financing of ports and terminals
- Find out solutions to congestion in the seaports and hinterland infrastructure
- Review the challenges of streamlining and building new capacity in existing terminals
- Assess the economic criteria of financing and valuating ports
- Capture new trends in greenfield investment
- Obtain an overview of the private sector investment in ports
For further information contact Kate McCutcheon on 020 7017 5510 or email kate.mccutcheon@informa.com
Posted 2008-03-28 14:23:08
MareNet Event, Marine South East Activities Update, Open Forum and AGM, on Wednesday, 14th May from 3.00pm – 6.00pm.
Venue: Royal Southern Yacht Club, Hamble, SO31 4HB.
May's MareNet Event will see Marine South East updating marine businesses on its current activities, as well as hosting an Open Forum session enabling marine companies to voice their concerns and discuss relevant marine sector issues with representatives from SEEDA and Marine South East. A very short AGM (10 minute) will also take place at the end of the speakers. The event, which is free to all marine companies, will conclude with a networking reception over drinks and canapés.
A number of topical issues will be covered at the event including, presentations and updates on the following:
- SEEDA - update on the marine contribution to the regional economy, PUSH implications for the marine sector and investment in waterfront sites
- An update on a number of marine infrastructure projects within the region - including the GKN Hydrodynamic testing facilities, dry dock capabilities in the Southampton area and shared facilities projects
- Launch of Solent Marine Community capabilities publication and website
- Update on the Schools Marine Challenge project
The presentations will be followed by an Open Forum for marine companies to raise issues and concerns with Marine South East staff and board members, as well as SEEDA officials, and will conclude with Marine South East's AGM.
To register for this free event please complete your details below and fax to 02380 111591 or email your details to admin@marinesoutheast.co.uk or mail the completed form to Marine South East, Chilworth Business Incubator, 2 Venture Road, Southampton Science Park, Southampton SO16 7NP.
Posted 2008-04-30 14:28:11
UK Trade & Investment Meet the Buyer 2008, on Tuesday 20th May.
Venue: NEC in Birmingham.
Over 35 international buyers from leading companies will be attending the UK Trade and Investment renewables event in Birmingham this month. Many of the buyers have purchasing requirements in, air pollution control, renewable energy, contaminated land remediation, and training.
You will have the opportunity to meet buyers from Brazil, China, Hong Kong, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Portugal, Saudi Arabia and Turkey.
This one-day event will take place on the first day of 'Sustainabilitylive!' at the NEC in Birmingham. Meet the Buyer 2008 is free for UK companies to attend, making it one of the most cost-effective ways to increase sales and form new partnerships.
UK Trade and Investment's International Trade Advisers will be at the event, helping you identify the right markets for your company, giving advice on the business culture and providing access to networks within that market.
If you are interested in attending Meet the Buyer 2008, please email: meetthebuyerevent2008@innovision.eu or call: +44(0)20 7034 3295
Posted 2008-04-30 14:33:05
SOUTHAMPTON MARITIME GATEWAY TO THE WORLD – Open Meeting, Wednesday 28th May
Venue: Passenger Lounge, QE2 Cruise Terminal, Southampton
The Ports and Terminals Group is joint hosting its next Open Meeting with Associated British Ports to hear from guest speakers about Southampton and its environs, its world renowned cruise terminals, international container terminals, the UK's biggest oil processing and terminalling operation at Fawley, Southampton's own excellent urban regeneration achievement and, a special attraction, an introduction to another famous European port city. A visiting delegation of senior business representatives from Tallinn, including Tallinn Port, are visiting Southampton to participate in the meeting.
If you would like to find out more contact Clementina Upton on 020 7928 9199 or email events@maritimeindustries.org
Posted 2008-04-30 14:10:02
Naval Programmes in the New World, Wednesday 28 May 2008
Venue: Army & Navy Club, London
The United States naval and coastguard programmes dwarf all other naval and maritime programmes in the world. Notwithstanding a general preference for US sourced designs, equipment and systems on US naval and US coastguard platforms, it is still possible for UK companies to exploit business opportunities in this market using a variety of different marketing strategies, particularly if they are involved in high technology products.
In particular, numerous smaller UK companies have succeeded in the US by teaming with US companies on specific projects or in wider joint ventures.
Aside from the United States, there also exists a very significant naval market in Central and South America where many of the countries are developing or updating their navies and coastguards.
Ongoing acquisition of modern and remarkably sophisticated naval platforms from around the world, together with the recent sales to several navies in South America of ex-Royal Navy vessels, have opened the way to UK companies, especially those offering in-service support to legacy equipments or niche products.
This seminar will review the current and future naval programmes of the United States and major maritime countries of Central and South America and the business opportunities that these present for the UK naval and maritime industries with presentations by Mr Bob Nugent of AMI International and by Mr Charles Macdowell of Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance.
INTRODUCTION
The cut-off date for receipt of all applications is Friday 16 May 2008. Fr more information contact Clementina Upton on 020 7928 9199 or email events@maritimeindustries.org
Posted 2008-04-30 20:35:00
Grow Your Business Internationally, Tuesday 03 June 2008
Venue: BERR Conference Centre, London
This is a unique opportunity to meet and hear international port developers, governments, and port authorities talk about their supplier needs for local port projects or expansion plans.
International speakers are from high growth regions where substantial investment is being allocated to port upgrades for growing container and passenger traffic demand, this includes: China, India, Vietnam, Canada, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Libya, Egypt
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
High level representatives from Shanghai International Port Group, Vinamarine (Vietnam), Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Saudi Port Authority, Libyan Ports and Maritime Authority, Port Administration of Altamira (Mexico), and the Egyptian Ministry of Transportation, have confirmed their attendance.
The seminar is aimed at any UK-based company who provides products or services to the ports sector, including: management, design, equipment, planning, maritime, security, training, financial, education, legal and insurance services, logistics
Expert staff from UK Trade & Investment will be available for one-to-one meetings to advise on the practicalities of exporting, as well as advise on other opportunities that exist in these high growth markets.
To find out more visit http://www.globalportsseminar.co.uk or email jason.castelino@uktradeinvest.gov.uk
Posted 2008-03-28 14:31:24
Exploiting Technology for High Value Marine Markets, Monday 16th June 2008
Venue: The Royal Naval Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Find out what Open Innovation is all about and why it is important to the success of SME’s & large companies across the Marine Supply Chain.
The aim of this event is to provide delegate companies with a better understanding of Open Innovation, the imperative to innovate from a large corporate to SME perspective; and examples of how companies in the marine sector have transformed their business by embracing a culture of innovation.
The programme will include speeches from VT Group, Marine South East and Siemens as well as case studies from growing innovative companies and global firms and success stories in marine electrical and electronic systems.Programme:
If you would like further information or would like to book a space at the event email mailto:events@iasse.co.uk with your name, company name, website address and contact number.
To ensure security clearance for the tour of the VT Shipyard registrations must be recieved by Friday 30th May. Places are limited and priority will given to innovative technology companies.
Posted 2008-04-30 20:07:19
Free ANSYS Seminar on Simulation Technology in the Marine Industry, on Tuesday 17th June 2008.
Venue: The Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth
This free seminar will show the use of Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics (both potential flow and viscous RANSE) in the Marine Industry. Meeting expectations is easier when simulation is utilised early in the process, rather than concurrently with testing or after a physical prototype failure.
Tools from the ANSYS simulation suite have been used for:
_ Recreational, commercial and military ship hull design
_ Systems for conventional, amphibious and hybrid vessels
_ Launch mechanics for offshore drilling rigs
_ Fire safety and suppression in vessels
_ Deck Equipment & Racing yachts
_ Marine Electronics
Topics to be covered include: Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, and AQWA & ASAS. One-to-one sessions with an industry expert will also be available for you to discuss how these solutions can be harnessed within your own company.
The seminar is aimed to be an informative and productive day for anyone associated with the marine industry, from Yacht Designers, Consultants, to OEM's and Suppliers. You are free to visit either the morning FEA session, the afternoon CFD session - or both! To register visit http://www.ansys.com/events/marineseminar . For further information call Glenn Davis 07968 855 759 or email ukinfo@ansys.com
Posted 2008-04-30 14:40:52
‘Shaping the Future Workforce’, EBP Diploma conference, on Wednesday 25th June from 8.30am to 1.00pm
Venue: The Hilton Hotel, Portsmouth
The Education Business Partnership (EBP) in Portsmouth is hosting a free half-day conference for businesses which explains the new 14-19 Diplomas. Conference speakers include Declan Swan, Chief Executive of the National EBP Network and Tony Cohen, Managing Director of NsureLtd.
With the introduction of the 14 -19 Diplomas the education system is about to go through a radical change to ensure that we shape the workforce for the 21st Century - by studying for a Diploma young people, through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, will gain the skills, knowledge, experience and employability skills needed for your particular employment sector.
Developed by employers, for employers, the Diplomas will be taught in 17 disciplines including, Engineering, Creative & Media, Construction, Hospitality & Catering to name just a few.
Having completed a Diploma young people can either then choose to enter the workforce and/or attend university. Diplomas are being phased into schools and colleges over the next few years. There has never been a better time for employers to get involved in education - the new Diplomas provide employers with a strong voice to develop a truly demand-led skills system that they require.
This conference is designed specifically for senior managers of local employers to help them to find out more about the 14 - 19 Diplomas and how they can get involved. The conference is followed by a networking lunch. For further information please contact, Carol Muchmore at Education Business Partnership, Email: enquiries@portsmouthebp.co.uk or Tel: 023 9229 1456.
