On Wednesday 11 November 2015 at the The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, London, W1S 4BS
Register: events@imarest.org
A one day event exploring the economic, safety and environmental benefits of improved observation and prediction of our oceans and seas. The event will conclude with the World Hydrography Day Drinks Reception.
Key highlights:
- An update of the latest developments in operational ocean observation and predication
- An opportunity to contribute towards improved use of ocean information across a wide range of practical applications
- A chance to network with scientists, engineers, asset managers and decision makers across discipline and sectors
Case studies of the use of ocean information by a range of stakeholders including:
- Marine renewables energy
- Offshore oil and gas
- Transport
- Assets and infrastructure
- Utilities
- Insurance/reinsurance
- Regulatory agencies
- Emergency responders
Keynote speakers and addresses:
- ‘Making a difference with ocean information’
Prof Ed Hill OBE, Executive Director, National Oceanography Centre (NOCS)
- ‘Our seas and waterways – yet to be fully charted and explored
Rear Admiral Tim Lowe, National Hydrographer, United Kingdom Hydrographic Office
Confirmed speakers:
- Richard Falk, Training Manager, Royal Yachting Association
- Jaap-Jeroen Flikweert, Director Water Governance & Strategy, Royal Haskoning DHV
- Steven J Harris, Senior Vice President, Marsh Insurance
- Declan O’Driscoll, Global Technical Director, Oil Spill Response Limited
- Chris Parry MBE, International Engagement Manager, UK Hydrographic Office
- John Pinder, Port Hydrographer, Port of London
- David Prentice, Lead Naval Architect, Lloyd’s Register
- Paul Ridout, Chairman, OSIL
- Jason Scholey, Senior Product Manager, UK Hydrographic Office
- Peter Stratford, Engineering Manager, RES Offshore
- Marina Tonani, Scientific Manager, UK Met Office
- Jon Upton, Senior Metocean Engineer, Shell Global Solutions (UK)
To view the full programme, please visit the website: http://www.imarest.org/events-courses/events-conferences/oceans-of-knowledge and to register for this event, please contact events@imarest.org
Please note that places are limited and early registration is strongly recommended.
