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In his INEC Closing Address, VAdm Paul Marshall, DG Gateway at the UK MoD, urged engineers to regain their strategic voice and inform choices so we can adapt at the speed of relevance, quoting Second Sea Lord, VAdm Martin Connell CBE: “if we do not innovate we risk becoming obsolete”. Majoring on 2 themes of collaboration and skills, he noted that “we are most successful when the military, industry and academia come together” and with “no single navy dominant, collaboration is essential”. On skills he suggested that the role of engineers needs to shift and a clear investment strategy for skills is needed. The challenge is “more than just focusing on numbers” as we must “reduce the burden on engineers and increase the speed to competence”. He noted that during the conference “some of the best ideas had come from the youngest and smallest voices” and that INEC had enabled us to come together to discuss the “common cause of engineering without the burden of politics”. Leaving us with a challenge that we “must be able to experiment and fail in peace so we can adapt and win in war”. #imarest #naval #engineering #royalnavy

RAdm Jeremy Bailey, Chair of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) International Naval Engineering Conference (INEC) introduced the final plenary session of this exceptional and thought provoking event. Nick Smith of UKNEST-member GE Vernova addressed the themes of “Lean, Mean & Green” with a perspective on the application of containerised nuclear power to the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carrier; suggesting that in warship design we must “host the future, we don’t have to predict it”.

The next milestone to fully dismantle Swiftsure has been reached with Babcock International Group awarding the recycling contract to Veolia UK. A collaborative effort across the Defence Nuclear Enterprise, around 90% of Swiftsure’s structure and components can be reused or recycled. This builds on work already completed by the Submarine Dismantling Project which is delivering a safe, environmentally responsible and cost-effective solution for the dismantling of the UK’s decommissioned nuclear submarines. #SDA #UKDefence #SubmarineDismantling

Day 2 of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) combined International Naval Engineering Conference (INEC) and International Ship Control System Symposium (iSCSS) was opened by Captain Rinze Geertsma Royal Netherlands Navy, the iSCSS Chair. In the keynote address delivered by Sarah Kenny OBE, CEO of UKNEST-member BMT, we heard about the importance of considering the skills and expectations of the future workforce. “People will have to deal with a huge amount of data” with “ethical decision making at its heart” and “we need to nurture these skills now”. Sarah went on to encourage delegates to “actively break down the barriers to collaboration”, concluding: “the future is full of challenge but also incredibly exciting.”

Former FutureNEST Royal Navy representative Warrant Officer Peter Spayne MSc BEng(Hons) CEng MIET presented his PhD research on the complexities of assuring autonomous naval systems at the International Naval Engineering Conference. Peter’s insights provoked much fascinating discussion amongst delegates. #imarest #naval #engineering

🚢✨ Just one week to go – don’t miss the 2024 President’s Invitation Lecture! 🚢✨ 📅 When: 13th November 2024, 18:00 - 23:00 📍 Where: One Great George Street, London, SW1P 3AA Prepare for an evening that’s set to spark innovation! This year’s lecture will focus on Nuclear Technology for Commercial Maritime Propulsion – an exciting, forward-thinking topic shaping the future of maritime engineering. 🔹 Why should you attend? Gain exclusive insights from a distinguished panel as they dive into nuclear propulsion's transformative potential for commercial shipping. Network with top professionals over drinks and a three-course dinner in the historic Great Hall. Hear directly from the experts driving change in maritime safety and technology. Panel Discussion will be led by Catriona Savage FREng, President of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects, the panel will feature: – Jonathan E. Stephens, BWX Technologies, Inc. – Sarah Watts, RINA Safety Committee Chair – Dr. Dr. Spyros Hirdaris CEng,FRINA,FSNAME, Manager, Global Ship Systems Centre (Corporate Technology), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Don’t let this opportunity sail by! Be part of one of the most anticipated events in the maritime calendar. 👉 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gX5qHHf4 #Maritime #NavalArchitecture #Innovation #NuclearPropulsion #RINA2024 CORE POWER (UK) Ltd UKNEST

Was delighted to deliver the keynote address at the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) #INEC2024 International Naval Engineering Conference earlier today alongside my US Navy and Royal Australian Navy colleagues. The need for rapid innovation and collaboration is compelling and we all have an important role to play.

Meet Callie, a second-year Mechanical Apprentice at Babcock International Group, working on our Type 31 programme in Rosyth. 📽️ Earlier this month, during the steel cut for HMS Formidable, she received a special recognition award for her outstanding contributions to the programme. 🙌 Apprentices like Callie play a vital role in helping us deliver projects across Defence while also contributing to the security and prosperity of our nation. 🇬🇧 Join us in congratulating Callie on this well-deserved recognition!

The Royal Navy’s Second Sea Lord, VAdm Martin Connell CBE, delivers his keynote address to the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST)’s International Naval Engineering Conference (INEC) in Liverpool, noting that “with threats diversifying and an ongoing technology revolution, the character of war is changing at a remarkably fast pace.” He goes on to describe an increasingly interconnected world and the emergence of uncrewed systems that challenge traditional concepts. As such, “linear thinking and adherence to current processes will not suffice” and “we must be comfortable challenging convention.” He then challenged conference with: “if uncrewed and autonomous systems are revolutionising how we do our business, why are so few operational and what must we do to adapt?”

At TP Group we understand how important it is for our people to feel developed and valued and for them to be fully engaged within their field or wider community. We support everyone who wants to make an impact whether that is by mentoring those around them, undertaking charitable or community work or taking voluntary or advisory positions within organisations and professional bodies. NEW Case Study: Gee Rosewarne Maritime Account Lead Ambassador for UKNEST Gee’s role as a UKNEST Ambassador is to promote UKNEST in the defence community and to ensure that any of the work undertaken by TP Group, which can be beneficial to the engineering profession, is collectively shared to achieve our common goal of improving Defence for all. One of the most rewarding elements of the role is the huge part UKNEST plays in inspiring and helping the younger generations get involved in STEM careers, ensuring that the future of Defence remains in capable hands. Read the full case study https://lnkd.in/eRKYx6yP and learn more about Gee’s Ambassador role, the work of UKNEST and how TP Group supports Gee in her involvement. #Defence #UKNavalDefence #Engineering #Science #Technology #casestudy #STEM #UKNEST #FutureNEST