MEREX - the exploitation and use of marine energy resources
The new Marine Energy Resources, Exploitation & Use (MEREX) Knowledge Network has been created to foster collaborations between the knowledge base and businesses in the South East.
As part of SEEDA's Knowledge Network Programme (KNP), MEREX will bring together universities, research establishments, regulatory bodies and businesses to exploit research opportunities and catalyse collaboration. The primary aim of the network is to turn knowledge into commercially successful products and services. MEREX will help members secure additional project funding by assisting with partnership building and bid development.
MEREX will facilitate 'Industry Groups' to explore the feasibility of developments in three growth markets:
1. Hybrid marine propulsion and auxiliary
2. Port facilities
3. Ship decision-support & data assimilation systems
Led by companies operating in these markets and their supply chains the groups will be identify market drivers and define commercially realistic business models to exploit them.
Marine South East will facilitate engagement with relevant science base organisations in order to:
- Define key capabilities under each market topic
- Identify gaps in technology or knowledge base
- Explore possible funding channels to address these gaps
- Initiate development of collaborative bids
For further information contact: Simon Powell simon@marinesoutheast.co.uk or you can now subscribe to receive more information on the project, go to http://www.groupspaces.com/merex/subscribe to register for further information.
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