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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
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uch has changed in the world of ocean technology since the first Oceanology International way back in 1969. Indeed much of the technology that we now take for granted was the stuff of science fiction.
While the scientific needs for some of these technologies were evident in 1969, the societal and business drivers were more difficult to anticipate. Offshore oil and gas was in its infancy whereas today we have a vast industry placing ever greater demands on technological capacity to operate safely, economically and without harm to the environment in hostile waters and at extreme depths. The enormous marine renewable energy potential demands data and information to support design and operation of an array of marine renewable energy devices. A growing aquaculture industry requires technologies to support its operations and monitor and manage its impacts. High commodity prices are driving a resurgence of interest in ocean mining creating exciting new applications for ocean technologies. As OI continuously evolves in recognition of emerging technologies and the need to satisfy new scientific, societal and business needs, the 2014 content programme will see inclusion of new technology strands such as underwater communications as well as new topical panels covering aquaculture, ballast water and seabed mining. Whether you are a technologist seeking to understand new applications, a scientist looking into the latest technological tools to support your research or represent an industry that requires ocean data and information to support its business needs, the OI conferences will connect you with new ideas and opportunities. I’m glad to announce the call for abstracts is now open and submission details on papers can be found overleaf. We sincerely welcome your contribution to the Oceanology International 2014 conferences. Ralph Rayner, Conference Chairman, Oceanology International
Unmanned underwater vehicle showcase Co-chairmen: Dr Bob Allwood, Chief Executive, Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) Ian Gallett, Business Development Executive, Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) This highly popular conference, with standing room only in 2012, is staged in co-operation with SUT and will feature current analysis of the AUV and ROV market and technology presentations from the industry.
underwater SECURITY Co-chairmen: Professor Michael Bruno, Dean, Stevens Institute of Technology, USA; Justin Crump, CEO, Sibylline Risk and Security Consultancy, UK Meeting the ever-increasing need for intrusion detection, surveillance and tracking posed by threats to both naval and commercial facilities has become core to global security strategies. This conference will examine new and emerging technologies to support: underwater security; threat assessment and decision-making; intelligence and data handling; people and process; sensor integration and information fusion; and examples of government/private sector/academic partnerships.
MARINE RENEWaBLES – SURVEY, INSTAllation and maintenance Co-chairmen: Alan Moore OBE, Chairman, Ventus 2 VCT plc, and Non-Executive Director of the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult; Phil Durrant, Managing Director, Gardline Environmental and Co-Chair, Marine Industries Liaison Group The conference will focus on technology to safely survey, install, monitor and maintain marine/offshore renewable installations, the challenges of Rounds 2 and 3 of offshore wind developments, skills shortages and training.
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Underwater positioning and metrology Co-chairmen: Jonathan Davis, Manager Geophysical Operations, Survey & Geohazards – Houston, BP America Inc; Scott Winning, UK Project Survey Lead, Subsea 7 This conference will focus on the latest techniques and technologies for deep water positioning and underwater metrology.
Underwater communications Co-chairmen: Andy Bowen, Director of National Deep Submergence Facility, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, USA; Simon Partridge, Engineering Director, Sonardyne International, UK Real world applications of subsea wireless communications and their practical limitations and considerations – covering the range of subsea wireless communication methods: acoustical, optical and RF.
HYDROGRAPHY AND GEOPHYSICS – OFFSHORE SITE investigations Co-chairmen: Andy Hill, Marine Geohazard Technical Authority, BP Exploration; Toby Powell, Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Subsea 7 This conference will focus on offshore site investigation, foundation behaviour and associated areas of geophysics, geology, geotechnics and the offshore environment.
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ocean observing systems Co-chairmen: Zdenka Willis, Director, NOAA Integrated Ocean Observation; Dr David Mills, Programme Director, Marine Observatories, CEFAS; Justin Manley, Senior Director - Business Development, Teledyne Marine Systems The Ocean Observing Track will focus on how national and regional ocean observing efforts are contributing to GOOS (Global Ocean Observing Systems) and GEO (Group on Earth Observations) and how they are delivering benefits to different sectors of society. The demand to observe the ocean is growing and therefore the demand for new technologies is also increasing. Topics of particular interest are: • Observing Systems and how they are being used by society for making decisions • New technologies spanning the chemical, physical and biological • How the demand for ocean services is leading to a growing blue technology/marine technology sector.
operating in extreme environments Co-chairmen: Dr Richard Gibson, Metocean Engineer, BP; Graham Feld, Senior Metocean Engineer, Shell This programme will address the challenges and technologies utilised in operating in extreme environments, especially deep water and Arctic.
NEW FOR 2014 Oceanology International 2014 will host three new panel discussions on key topics that are set to drive demand for marine technologies in the near future: • Aquaculture • Ballast Water • Subsea Mining Details and chairmen lists can be found on www.oceanologyinternational.com/conferences
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Conference calendar Catch the Next Wave 10 March 2014 June 2014 London, Houston, Venue TBC Venue TBC 2014 will see two Catch the Next Wave conferences, in London and Houston. These will continue to explore how new scientific discoveries, disruptive and emergent technologies such as novel power sources, new materials, nanotechnology, developments in robotics and artificial intelligence may profoundly influence the ocean technologies of the future. www.ctnwconference.com Oceanology International 2014 11-13 March 2014 ExCeL London, UK The content programme at Oceanology International 2014 will feature eight one-day conference programmes on key technology areas as well as key industry sectors engaging with marine science and ocean technology, including a new programme on underwater communications plus three topical panels on aquaculture, subsea mining and ballast water. www.oceanologyinternational.com
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Oceanology International China 3-5 September 2014 INTEX Shanghai, China Developed with government and industry associations, this event will connect the latest marine science and ocean technology solutions with China’s Blue market development ambitions. The international conference will look at the technical advancements and solutions that can be applied in Chinese offshore environments. www.oichina.com.cn/en 6
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SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACTS FOR THE OCEANOLOGY INTERNATIONAL 2014 CONFERENCE The call for abstracts will be open from 15 April 2013 until 11 October 2013 (extended deadline). Submit your papers under the conference section on the Oceanology International website: www.oceanologyinternational.com.
YOUR SUGGESTIONS Are there topics you’d like to see in the conference programmes, projects you are aware of and view innovative, or industry influencers you’d like to hear from? We’d love to hear your suggestions. Please fill the Conference Suggestions form overleaf and fax it to +44 (0) 20 8439 8897 or send via email to OITeam@reedexpo.co.uk. For all content-related enquiries please contact Ellen Burgess, Content Executive, on ellen.burgess@reedexpo.co.uk or +44 (0) 20 8439 5420.
Sponsorship opportunities The content programme at Oceanology International is highly regarded and it is attended by an international audience of technical and senior strategic people. Sponsoring the conference programmes will associate your company with the most forward-thinking solutions to the offshore industries’ issues. Please contact Kirsten Conlon, Key Account Manager, on +44 (0) 20 8439 8870 or Kirsten.conlon@reedexpo.co.uk to request a sponsorship brochure and discuss your requirements.
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