Whole host of events at this years 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.
5 January 2007
On the opening day of the Show, the BMF Technical Department will be hosting the latest round of networking events in the Motorsport to Marine programme which will see over 30 motorsport companies visiting the Show to explore opportunities for collaborative ventures, new markets and sharing technical expertise. This follows successful events at the last two Southampton Boat Shows and has already led to several new members joining the BMF and cross sector projects between the marine industry and members of the Motorsport Industry Association.
The event will open with a short seminar to introduce the two sectors, and is an opportunity for BMF members to present what they do and meet potential business partners from high performance engineering companies in the Motorsport sector. There are many areas of mutual interest covering a range of products, technologies, materials and business activities. Exhibitors will also benefit from stand visits from the visiting Motorsport companies and BMF Members wishing to take part should contact Adrian Waddams at sarahawaddams@britishmarine.co.uk
8 January
Annual Superyacht UK AGM
The annual Superyacht UK AGM and networking drinks reception will be taking place from 3.00-5.00pm in the South Gallery Room 31/32. This is your chance to hear about plans for the 2007 Tour of Excellence (March 07), BMF activities and initiatives for the year and to take part in a panel discussion chaired by Martin Redmayne.
The Keynote Speaker at this year's AGM will be Lee Sigley, Senior Project Co-coordinator from Alloy Yachts in New Zealand who will be giving an update of their current projects and overview of the sector.
The AGM is open to non-members and will be followed by a networking drinks reception which is always a useful time to catch up with colleagues and make new contacts.
To confirm your space at the AGM please email Tracey Igoe at the BMF tigoe@britishmarine.co.uk
9 January
Third annual marine industry training conference
Topics covered include:
BMF Annual Report
National Skills Academy for Manufacturing
Specialised Diplomas
Awarding Bodies Update
City & Guilds
EAL
A View from Industry
For further information email sdhanda@britishmarine.co.uk
10 January
BMF Technical Day
South Gallery Room 29 10.30 1.30pm
The programme includes:
Welcome - Nik Parker, Director of Technical Services
Modular boat interiors, solutions for design and production
Complying with the RCD Feedback from Trading Standards
Concurrent Engineering in the Context of FRP Boats
Motorsport Meets Marine High-performance Engineering
Funding and Support for Marine Manufacturing Businesses
R&D Tax Credits How to cut your costs
Email nparker@britishmarine.co.ukfor further information.
12 January
Technology Strategy Group meeting 11am
Looking at issues such as research opportunities, new composites projects and other items.
Email nparker@britishmarine.co.uk
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