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Oceanology International, the world’s renowned forum for ocean science, engineering and technology, returns to London’s ExCeL from 10th to 12th March 2026, to connect the global ocean community for three unmissable days of innovation, networking and thought leadership. Welcoming engineering, survey and science professionals from ocean industries including offshore energy, ocean observation and defence, the 2026 edition will spotlight breakthrough solutions driving the future of ocean exploration, environmental monitoring and sustainable marine operations. Attention on the critical coastal sector COAST is launching to increase attention on the critical coastal and shallow water sectors Adding a fresh dimension for 2026, COAST is launching to increase attention on the critical coastal and shallow water sectors.  The new focus will ensure that coastal resilience, infrastructure and engineering will be at the heart of an event which once again promises to connect the world’s ocean engineering, technology and science communities from more than 80 countries. Demand for new solutions and collaboration COAST will further enhance the traditionally diverse Oceanology International (Oi) program, across both the exhibition and conference by highlighting breakthrough developments in coastal protection, erosion control, sediment transport analysis, shoreline stabilisation, and climate adaptation that support sustainable coastal development and ecosystem protection. Awarded the title of RX UK Show of the Year in 2024, the next edition in the 55-year history of the biennial event will demonstrate how Oi continues to evolve and adapt in response to the demand for new solutions and collaboration in the energy transition and blue technology markets. Latest topics impacting future ocean technology There will also be a full content program, reflecting the latest topics impacting future ocean technology First-time exhibitors and visitors in coastal fields are invited to join stakeholders, spanning industry, government and academia, from engineers, hydrographers and geotechnics to energy professionals, oceanographers, site investigators, marine surveyors and many more, who will unite across a wide range of sectors, including renewables, offshore oil & gas, defence, maritime security, marine science, ports, aquaculture and subsea. There will also be a full content program, reflecting the latest topics impacting future ocean technology and economic needs and encompassing a range of content aimed at improving strategies for exploring, protecting and sustainably operating in the world’s oceans and waterways. Effective maritime operations David Ince, Oi event Director, said: "We are delighted to announce that plans for another defining, inspirational and highly relevant Oceanology International in 2026 are gathering momentum. Following Oi24, which exceeded all expectations, we remain committed to fulfilling our mission for the global marine science and ocean engineering and technology communities to act as the premier facilitator of ocean connection." He adds, "The launch of COAST at Oi26 is in response to the critical challenges facing our coasts in the face of storms, flooding, erosion and rising sea levels, highlighting the essential engineering developments which are ensuring healthy ecosystems, strong sea defences, effective maritime operations, thriving ports and harbours, and secure offshore energy infrastructure." New opportunities to discover cutting-edge solutions David Ince continues: "COAST is a new gateway for pioneering companies in the field to join the global gathering at Oi and gain access to a highly targeted and engaged audience – to demonstrate their solutions for dynamic nearshore environments and engage with coastal engineers, hydrographic surveyors, geospatial analysts, port and harbour engineers, environmental consultants, marine data specialists and coastal planners." He further states, "For our visitors, there will be new opportunities to discover cutting-edge solutions, connect with global experts and experience live demonstrations that will put them ahead of the curve in marine, coastal and shallow water innovation." Wide range of topics Prospective speakers are invited to submit their proposals by 30th September via the Oi26 website Oi26 has also announced its ‘Call for Content’, encouraging individuals and organisations to contribute to the event’s technical conference program by submitting papers across a wide range of topics. Prospective speakers are invited to submit their proposals by 30th September via the Oi26 website. Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of experts in the field and selected speakers will have the chance to present their ideas, research findings and case studies to a global audience of peers, stakeholders, and potential collaborators. Building on Oi’s commitment Ahead of visitor registration opening in November, there is an opportunity to register interest now by clicking on Take Part on the Oceanology website homepage. Oceanology International returns to London’s ExCeL from 10th to 12th March 2026, uniting more than 8,000 attendees and 500 exhibitors from across the globe. This year, the event expands its horizons with the debut of COAST, building on Oi’s commitment to connect the entire ocean and coastal community.

The largest-ever Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) 2024 opened across six halls of the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore. This three-day exhibition and conference features over 15,000 global brands on the floor and 150 conference speakers from some of the maritime industry's key pioneers in the region and beyond. The opening ceremony was officiated by Kenneth Lim, Assistant Chief Executive (Industry & Transformation), Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). Sustainable development In his welcome address, Yeh Chien Ee, President, of Asia Pacific, RX Global, said, "The world stands at a crossroads of sustainable development. Maritime is challenged to be fully decarbonised by 2050 which requires massive investments." "Beyond cleaner fuels, the industry also needs to move faster towards digital solutions like data analytics and further automation to improve efficiency as well as sustainability.” Free to attend exhibition He continued, “To support the ecosystem towards a future-ready world, access to APM conference and exhibition is offered free to all attendees." "This is also our humble way to thank you and give back to all our partners who have been so supportive of APM over close to 34 years, especially during the difficult pandemic years.”  APM 2024 theme Exhibition floor and conference sessions address the industry's urgent need for digitalisation, efficiency APM 2024, organised by RX Global, runs from today to Friday, 15 March 2024. With the theme 'Future of Vessels, Solutions for Tomorrow', the exhibition floor and conference sessions address the industry's urgent need for digitalisation, efficiency, and sustainability amid the increasingly complex maritime needs. For the conference, parallel tracks will run across two stages on the show floor to enable more comprehensive knowledge-sharing about the latest maritime trends and technologies.  APM 2024 Day 1 Highlights The conference sessions focused on Sustainability and Innovation & Digitalisation.  Super keynote panel Following the opening ceremony, a super keynote panel titled 'A Net Zero Carbon Maritime Industry – Will We Ever Get There?' tackled the industry's path towards net-zero emissions. The session, led by Kenneth Lim, delved into the challenges, opportunities, and ultimate feasibility of this ambitious goal. The panelists, consisting of pioneers from profiles such as ship owners, ship operators, and port authorities, highlighted that while for years we have been focusing on bunker fuels, currently, this is no longer the case.  Focus on circularity The panelists addressed the need for improvements in training and developments for seafarers There needs to be multi-solutions driven by the entire ecosystem. While they acknowledge the challenges currently faced by the industry, the panelists were largely optimistic that net zero is very much possible. Beyond focusing on alternative fuels, they addressed the need for improvements in training and developments for seafarers, frameworks for industry players to reference (such as Life Cycle Assessments), and the use of green steels to encourage circularity. Renewable energy scene for the maritime industry One of the sessions in the afternoon, titled ‘Indonesian Maritime Future Energy – Opportunities and Challenges’, zoomed in on Indonesia’s growing renewable energy scene for the maritime industry and highlighted the need to further improve technologies that will increase the capabilities of its shipbuilding industry. While there is currently a mandatory implementation of biofuels across the country, as well as growing popularity for LNG dual-fuels and energy storage systems, the session outlined the need for Indonesian maritime stakeholders to learn from global case studies, and for more subsidies that can further accelerate local adoption of renewable energy. A platform for international brands to convene On the exhibition floor, attendees can expect to see a wide range of international pavilions, 18 spread across two floors of the exhibition – the biggest APM has managed to host to date. WH17, a next-generation high-performing engine WH17 runs on Weichai’s autonomous ECU common rail system that allows for more accurate control to save fuel In particular, Weichai, one of the world's largest automobile and equipment manufacturers, revealed the WH17, its next-generation high-performing engine, to industry associations, engine distributors, and decision makers from Asia. Developed in 7 years and after 10,000 hours of R&D, WH17 runs on Weichai’s autonomous ECU common rail system that allows for more accurate control to save fuel and lower emissions.  High-end intelligent transformation At the launch, Weichai Chairman Tan Xuguang said, “Engines, as a core component of modern industry, bear the significant responsibility of driving societal progress." "Our latest masterpiece, the WH17, has impressive capabilities that propel the high-end intelligent transformation and upgrading of the shipping industry. We are honoured to introduce this cutting-edge technology that will provide higher value to our customers in Southeast Asia.”  More conversations to follow at APM 2024 Day 2 will consist of sessions driven by the latest market intelligence insights, focusing on more Innovation & Digitalisation topics, Maritime Insurance, and Cybersecurity. Key sessions include: ‘Forecasting Ship Charter Rates and Examining the Various Factors Influencing Them’ Helmed by Daejin Lee, Global Head of Research, at Fertistream, this session aims to offer a comprehensive perspective on ship charter rates amid the dynamic shifts experienced in the industry due to global economic trends geopolitical developments, and technological advancements.  'Is the Maritime Sector Struggling to Innovate?' The session aims to dissect the factors contributing to perceived barriers to innovation in the sector The session aims to dissect the factors contributing to perceived barriers to innovation in the sector and explore avenues to enhance a culture of innovation. Speakers include Arne K. Lian, Director, Innovation Norway; Claus Nehmzow, Global Technology Advisor; Dr. Maurizio Pilu, Managing Director, Safetytech Accelerator; Murthy Pasumarthy, Assistant Vice President, Technology & New Product Development, Seatrium; Nakul Malhotra, Vice President, Emerging Opportunities, Wilhelmsen; Tan Cheng Peng, Executive Director, Singapore Maritime Institute (SMI); Tarun Mehrotra, Chief Strategy Officer, RightShip.  Day 3 sessions With the increasing need to secure our maritime manpower and their well-being, Day 3 will spotlight Manpower & Training and Sustainability. Key sessions include:  'Developing a Future-Ready Workforce' The session aims to explore strategies, educational pathways, and skill development initiatives needed to cultivate a dynamic maritime workforce that meets the demands of the ever-evolving maritime sector. Insights will be provided by Alex Ponomarev, Sales Director APAC, Ocean Technologies Group; Ashish Mediratta, Head of Crewing, A.P. Moller Maersk; Elaine Yu Kai, Chairperson, Institute of Charterer Shipbroker & Senior Freight Charterer, South32 Marketing; Elias Heng, Freight Trader, Cargill Ocean Transportation (Singapore); Punit Oza, Founder, Maritime NXT & International Vice President, Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers. ‘Diversity and Inclusion in the Maritime Workforce: Forecasting a More Equitable and Inclusive Industry’ Organised by WISTA Singapore, the discussion will be led by an all-female panel consisting Christie Thane, Chartering Manager, Lauritzen Bulkers; Hollie Scoon, General Manager, Marine Operations & Performance, Rio Tinto Shipping Asia; Jean Chen, Client Success Leader – APAC, Signal Ocean; Dr. Mimi Gao, Managing Director, Sea & Gao; Mustika Wardani, APAC QHSE Manager, ABL Energy & Marine Consultants; Rotem Battat, Chief Product Officer; Captain’s Eye, Capt. Tan Lay Ying, Senior Watch Manager (Vessel Traffic Management), Maritime Port and Authority of Singapore.  They will uncover barriers faced by the underrepresented groups in the maritime industry and discuss strategies and initiatives to champion equity, diversity, and inclusion at leadership levels.

In just two weeks, the highly anticipated 18th edition of Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) is set to herald the largest gathering of the global maritime value chain in Southeast Asia. Networking and delegation visits From 13 to 15 March 2024, over 1,400 global brands will be present at the conference and exhibition, spanning 17 pavilions across six expansive halls of Singapore's Marina Bay Sands.   From closed-door networking sessions and delegation visits to product launches and business announcements, APM 2024 will serve as a platform for fostering tangible connections and sharing insights that will propel the maritime industry forward in today's landscape of transformative changes driven by technology, climate imperatives, and shifting geopolitical landscape.   APM 2024 Conference   The main stage will focus on tackling growth and business potential in maritime Close to 120 industry experts from Singapore and across the world will share their insights and expertise in Sustainability, Digitalisation, Cybersecurity, Next Gen Ports, and Operational Excellence across two stages on the floor.  The main stage will focus on tackling growth and business potential in maritime, while the innovation stage will present case studies, pioneering innovations, and inspiring visions to help companies overcome challenges in business growth.    Keynote panel discussion At the heart of the APM conference will be a keynote panel discussion titled "A Net Zero Carbon Maritime Industry – Will We Ever Get There?" as the first session at the Main Stage on 13 March 2024. The panel will bring together some of the key pioneers in the industry to discuss regulatory and policy frameworks and dissect the industry's trajectory toward carbon neutrality, examining challenges, opportunities, and the feasibility of achieving this ambitious goal.  Panelists for the event They include Andreea Miu, Head of Decarbonisation, The Sustainable Shipping Initiative; Douglas Raitt, Area Commercial Manager Singapore, Southeast Asia & Australasia, Lloyd's Register; Capt. Hari Subramaniam, Chairperson, The Nautical Institute (Singapore) & Regional Head of Business Relations, The Shipowners Mutual P&I Association (Luxembourg) (Singapore Branch); Jason Chia, Assistant Vice President, Global Design Centre, Seatrium; Kenneth Lim, Assistant Chief Executive (Industry & Transformation), Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA); Dr. Sanjay Kuttan, Chief Technology Officer, Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation; Torben Nørgaard, Chief Technology Officer – Energy & Fuels, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping; Toshikazu Shiomi, Senior Vice President, Ocean Network Express.   Maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation Kenneth Lim, Assistant Chief Executive (Industry & Transformation), Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), commented, "Singapore, as a forward-looking maritime hub, has been at the forefront driving digitalisation and decarbonisation for the maritime industry." "We look forward to meeting like-minded individuals and organisations from all over the world to discuss achieving net-zero emissions through technological innovations alternative fuels, regulatory frameworks, and collaboration among industry stakeholders. MPA looks forward to contributing to the global efforts in transforming the maritime industry and combat climate change.”  Investments in alternative fuels "We must relentlessly continue our ambition to decarbonise by the 1.5°C target. A substantial increase in upstream investments in alternative fuels is critical for the maritime decarbonisation journey," said Torben Nørgaard, Chief Technology Officer – Energy & Fuels, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping.  "I am looking forward to sitting down with other maritime pioneers at APM 2024 to bring these discussions forward." Conference sessions Sessions curated for the conference, which is sponsored by ABS WaveSight, Convera, DNV, Roxtec, Yinson GreenTech, ARI Simulation, and Siemens Energy, include: Market Intelligence: Shipping Outlook for 2024 and Beyond – What Lies Ahead  Is the Maritime Sector Struggling to Innovate?  Developing a Future-Ready Maritime Workforce  Green Shipping Corridors: Fostering Eco-Friendly Transportation Networks  Rise of Green Ammonia: What is Needed to Make it a Success?  Growth and decarbonisation strategies Exploring opportunities for collaboration to establish a green maritime plan involving electrification Industry veteran Carmelita Hartoto, Chairwoman of the Indonesia Shipowners' Association (INSA) and Chair of the Federation ASEAN Shipowner's Association (FASA), will be speaking on the opening day. Her session on “Indonesian Maritime Future Energy – Opportunities and Challenges” will focus on the industry’s status, growth forecasts, and decarbonisation strategies while also exploring opportunities for collaboration to establish a green maritime plan involving electrification and green hub development.  Speakers at the conference Other speakers attendees can look forward to seeing:  Ashish Mediratta, Head of Crewing, A.P. Moller Maersk  Dr. Chunwee Ng, Associate Professor, Singapore Institute of Technology  Elizabeth Petit Gonzalez, Head of Partnerships, The Sustainable Shipping Initiative  Jan-Viggo Johansen, Managing Director, Marine, Yinson GreenTech  Murthy Pasumarthy, Assistant Vice President, Technology & New Product Development, Seatrium  Norberto Barlocco, Head of Operations for Electrical, Automation & Digitalisation South West Europe, Siemens Energy   Sanjay Verma, Director, Decarbonisation Solutions, Wärtsilä  Satellite Mobility World seminar The Satellite Mobility World seminar will delve into the latest advancements in maritime broadband communications Separately, the Satellite Mobility World seminar happening on the afternoon of 14 March at the Innovation Stage will delve into the latest advancements in maritime broadband communications. Titled "Unlocking The Future of Broadband at Sea: How Multi-Orbit Connectivity Is Propelling Maritime Forward", the sessions will be led by Speedcast, OneWeb, Intellian, Kymeta, Intelsat, and Iridium. Attendees can expect discussions on cutting-edge technologies like Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) services, flat panel antennas, and multi-orbit constellations shaping the future of maritime connectivity.  Innovative solutions at APM  As the maritime industry prepares for a significant surge in the adoption of technologies such as autonomous vessels, drones, additive manufacturing, smart coatings, artificial intelligence (AI), digital twins, hydrogen fuel cells, carbon capture, and more, APM will stand as a pivotal platform for the unveiling of such solutions to drive the industry forward.  Attendees can expect to see 1,400 pioneering brands, including Amogy, CALB Group Co., Ltd, Damen Shipyard, Durapower, EST-Floattech, EVE Energy Storage Co., Ltd, Fincantieri, Siemens Energy, ST Engineering Ventures, Tersan Shipyard, VertiDrive and many more.  Some of the key activities on-site will include:   Nippon Paint (Stand B-M16) will launch two groundbreaking products that promise to redefine the maritime coating industry. AQUATERRAS hailed as the world's first biocide-free self-polishing coating, offers exceptional long-term fouling protection while being environmentally friendly, thanks to its unique micro-domain structures. Complementing this is FASTAR, a new generation antifouling paint utilising nano-binder technology, delivering high performance while aiding emissions abatement and energy efficiency targets.  Flyability will be showcasing the Elios 3 drone at their stand C-E42. Renowned for its safety and efficiency in inspection use, the Elios 3 will be demonstrated on its applications in maritime operations.   Enhancing national and regional shipping Carmelita Hartoto will also lead a contingent of Indonesian shipowners to APM 2024. She shared, "In my role as Chairwoman of INSA and Chairperson on ASEAN Shipowners, my mission is to enhance national and regional shipping with international stakeholders."  "Indonesia's and ASEAN’s shipping industry has been growing significantly in recent years, so there is no better time to present ourselves on the world stage to enhance global awareness of our capabilities and needs. For APM, I am looking forward to having our shipowners network and prospect with companies from all over the world and to learn from all the different stakeholders in the maritime sector."  Sustainability in maritime "After weathering the storm of the global pandemic, the resurgence of APM in its grandest form is a testament to the unwavering resilience and determination of our maritime community and the pivotal role of APM, which has been supporting the ecosystem for the last three decades," said Yeow Hui Leng, Group Project Director, RX, the organiser of APM.   "We look forward to welcoming participants from around the globe as we embark on this journey towards a more sustainable and prosperous maritime future." All registered professionals for APM 2024 will be granted free access to both the exhibition and conference floors.