OES – Artificial Reefs

Deep dive into the world of nature-based solutions and discover how companies like ARC Marine are restoring marine habitats whilst at the same time building large offshore infrastructure projects.  ARC Marine have developed reef cubes® to be the most sustainable building material in our oceans. They are made of carbon negative concrete, plastic free, consist of 98% recycled materials and certified safe for use in the marine environment.  They meet the technical requirements of coastal developers enabling them to choose reef cubes® to protect their marine infrastructure, preventing the use of traditional toxic and high carbon alternatives. reef cubes® are scientifically proven to boost biodiversity, restore our oceans and prevent millions of tons of GHG’s being produced as well as restoring damaged reef ecosystems whilst humans continue to build in the ocean to fight climate change.

Note: Registration is not required to attend the event in person.

Find out more information and register at oes.org.uk/event/artificial-reefs

SUT-US 2024 Subsea Tieback Forum & Exhibition

Join us at the Subsea Tieback Forum & Exhibition Feb 27-29, 2024 in San Antonio, TX. Please drop by and see us at Booth #714.

SUT-US Member Discount: SUTMEMBER50

Register Now – https://www.subseatiebackforum.com/2024/begin


SUT-US Subsea Tieback Workshop:

On February 27th, we will have a pre-conference SUT-US Workshop at Subsea Tiebacks. This is a one-day seminar designed to educate people on the key elements of subsea tiebacks – subsea, umbilicals, risers, and flowlines (SURF).

For registered professional engineers, this course counts for six (6) professional development hours. Additional Registration Required

SUT-US Networking Event

1700hrs – 1900hrs CST | Lomonte’s Restaurant, 14510 Grisby Rd, Houston, Texas 77079

Join us on May 3rd, 2024 for SUT-US’s monthly Networking Event at Lomontes Restaurant and Bar from 5pm-7pm. Invite your friends and colleagues and join us for some drinks and good conversation.

Find out more information here.

SUT-US Networking Event

1700hrs – 1900hrs CST | Red Lion Pub, 2316 S. Shepherd Drive, Houston, Texas 77019

Join us on April 4th, 2024 for SUT-US’s monthly Networking Event at Red Lion Pub from 5pm-7pm. Invite your friends and colleagues and join us for some drinks and good conversation.

Find out more information here.

SUT-US Subsea Awareness Course

Find out more and book here.

The SUT-US Subsea Awareness training provides foundational knowledge for individuals entering the industry and those needing a refresher on operational perspectives and latest technology. The training offers industry professionals a broad introduction to subsea, covering the various sectors, operations and emerging technologies.

The upcoming training is planned to take place in-person in Houston, Texas as shown in the program below. The confirmed venue will be posted soon.

Who should attend
Engineers, managers, financial analysts, and others new to the offshore industry, or those transferring from other disciplines within the industry. This course is also great for engineers who have worked in subsea previously but would benefit from a refresher course and exposure to the latest technology.

Registration
Cost full course
SUT members – $3,500
Non-members – $3,800

Cost per session
SUT members – $875
Non-members – $950

Registration cost includes meals, and the SUT-US is working on confirmation for subsea facility tours including umbilicals, subsea trees, and Oceaneering.

SUT-US Networking Event

1700hrs – 1900hrs CST | Union Kitchen, 12538 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024

Join us on March 7, 2024 for SUT-US’s monthly Networking Event at Union Kitchen Patio from 5pm-7pm. Invite your friends and colleagues and join us for some drinks and good conversation.

SUT-US Champagne & Conversation

Velvet Oak Tavern, 2221 West Alabama Street, Houston, TX 77098 | Wednesday 21st February 1730-1930hrs CST


Please join us for table discussions on Core Values.

Some of the topics covered are:
– Individual core values and company core values
– What are your values and which are non-negotiable
– Inhibitors to living and working according to your values
– Why values are important and how they help you be your best
– Your values in balance – when do you over or underplay your values and how does it drive your behavior.

Moderator:


Melissa Gould
Stress Engineering

Melissa Gould is a Texas A&M University graduate, a Professional Engineer in Texas, and a Principal at Stress Engineering Services, Inc.  She has spent 32 years working in the Oil & Gas industry; primarily focused on offshore field development and subsea and pipeline detailed engineering.  Melissa is involved with the SUT-US Women in Industry (WIND) task force and participates on API code committees.  In her off-time, she enjoys golfing, sailing, hiking, traveling, and relaxing on the beach.

Speakers:

Tina Drexler, Ph.D
Geoscientist, Geohazards Group
Site Investigation Specialist

She is a geological oceanographer with a passion for horses. She holds post-graduate degrees in geological oceanography and finished a post-doctorate studying Tidal Flats, paving the way for her current 14-year career with ExxonMobil. Throughout her career, she has gained invaluable experience in the industry, having been deployed throughout the Upstream from Exploration through Production and Research, in various Geoscience roles primarily as a Stratigraphy Specialist.  Currently, Tina is a Specialist in the Site Investigation group on the Geohazards team, where she works on business issues anywhere from exploration wells through development planning. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated remarkable strengths in resilience, courage, and caring. These strengths have helped her overcome numerous challenges and succeed in a constantly evolving industry. 


Catalina Maldonado
President at NGI

Catalina Maldonado, P.E., is a highly skilled Professional Engineer with over 15 years of experience in geotechnical and earthquake engineering, specializing in offshore environments. Currently serving as President at the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI) in the USA, she oversees business strategies, operations, and engineering teams, driving innovation and excellence in the field. Catalina holds a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) from the Autonomous National University of Mexico and a Bachelor in Civil Engineering from the National University (UNAL) in Colombia. Her career is marked by successful project management, client relationship-building, and technical acumen, making her a trusted leader in offshore geotechnical engineering.


Christopher Curran
Engineer, Subsea systems
CJC Enterprises LLC

Christopher Curran is an independent consultant having retired from BP in 2016 where he was an Advisor within the Upstream Facilities Technology group.  His work covers many aspects of subsea systems and controls and he is a focal point within the industry for the development of High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems for application in the Gulf of Mexico.  He is Chairman of API 17F Subsea Controls, API 17O HIPPS and API 17V for Subsea Safety.   He has over 40 years’ experience within the industry.  Christopher has a degree in Physics from Bristol University and is founding Chairman of the Society for Underwater Technology’s USA Branch.  He is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Society for Underwater Technology and of the Institution of Engineering and Technology.


Roneet Das
Offshore geotechnical engineering
Norwegian Geotechnical Institute

Mr. Das was born and raised in India, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University. After working for a brief period as a software developer, he moved to College Station, Texas to earn a Master of Science degree in Geotechnical Engineering at Texas A&M University. He currently works as an Offshore Geotechnical Engineer at Norwegian Geotechnical Institute, Inc., Houston, Texas. His engineering practice focuses on offshore site investigation, geohazard risk assessment and mitigation, foundation design, and instrumentation and data management. As part of his consulting practice and academic research Mr. Das develops probabilistic and machine learning methods to assess risks related to geohazards. Mr. Das has served in the SUT-Young Professionals (YP) board since 2018. He currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the SUT-YP board and is a part of the SUT Mentoring Program leadership team. Besides his engineering practice and volunteer work, his interests lie in future technologies, renewable energy, sustainable business strategy, and investments.

Find out more information here.

Ocean Business

Leading Event Industry Benchmark Research Company Explori confirms that Ocean Business has one of the highest Exhibitor and Visitor Net Promoter Score results of all trade shows held across the world.

With an Exhibitor NPS of +61, Ocean Business belongs to a select club of international trade shows who are in the top one percent of all trade shows internationally.

Explori’s benchmarks contain data from over 8,000 events held across all sectors on all continents and is considered the go-to benchmark for organisers and marketeers, to measure the customer experience at trade events all over the world.

Visitor satisfaction is not far behind, with an NPS score of +50, which is considered ‘exceptional’, and in the top 10% internationally, according to Explori.

Portfolio Director Cheri Arvonio says: “Since it’s launch in 2007, Ocean Business has revolutionised the format of exhibitions in the ocean science and technology sector. Blending a traditional trade show with a conference, on-water demonstrations, and a huge social programme, it creates a truly unique experience for both exhibitors and visitors alike.

We have worked incredibly hard to ensure our events serve our communities to the highest standard, and we’re thrilled to be recognised in the top 1% of all trade shows across the world.”

The next edition of Ocean Business takes place on 8-10 April 2025 at the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton UK. For more information, please visit www.oceanbusiness.com.

YES! Lawn Bowls Sundowner 2024

Come along to the first SUT-Young Engineers and Scientists (SUT-YES!) event for 2024

LAWN BOWLS SUNDOWNER

Lawn bowling Perth Western Australia

Kick off 2024 and have some fun whilst networking with like-minded colleagues and the chance to foster new friendships.

Date: Thursday, 7 March 2024

Venue: South Perth Bowling Club,
Address: 2 Mends Street, South Perth, WA 6151


Programme:

5.30 pm: Registration/rink selection (8 people per rink)
6.00 pm: The Games begin! Grab a drink at the bar while you play / Prize awards
7.30 pm: The Games conclude! Time to enjoy some pizza

Tickets:

  • SUT / SPE Members: $24 per person*
  • Non-members: $30 per person*

*Note: Food & (first) Drink INCLUDED


To view the event flyer, click on YES! Lawn Bowls 2024 Flyer

 

 

 

Organised by: YES! Committee Members –

Samuel Tennent (Fugro) and Martha Cornwell (Woodside Energy)

If you have any questions, please contact the SUT-Perth office:

+ 61 (0) 8 9481 0999 or email [email protected]


Thank you to our event sponsors:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ocean Tech Expo 2024

Calling all Marine Innovators

Click here for the calling notice flyer.

Maritime UK South West and the Society for Underwater Technology invite you to participate and showcase your innovative technology at the Ocean Tech Expo 2024. Join us for two days of demonstration, discussion, and collaboration – promoting the latest innovations that promise to advance the landscape of marine technology.

The event is centred on in-water demonstration with live feeds to an audience of industry experts, operators, and decision-makers, showing how remote operations are now a reality.

– Date: 26th and 27th June 2024
– Location: Plymouth Sound and the University of Plymouth, Roland Levinski Building

Find out more at maritimeuksw.org/ocean-tech-expo-2024


Aims of the Event

  • Increase trade and collaboration opportunities for the SW ocean economy
  • Increase productivity and reduce the environmental impact via the deployment of SW ocean tech to ORE (in particular potential buyers in Celtic Sea FLOW), Oil and Gas and Offshore, Fishing and Aquaculture, Defence, Regulators and clean marine and maritime.
  • The OTE will showcase the world-class ocean technologies and commercial opportunities from across the SW to buyers, collaborators and regulators from across the UK and beyond.
  • Technology focussed on: MAS, environmental data collection, geospatial data, data security, big data management and clean maritime.
  • To attract customers/collaborators and demonstrate the potential applications of such technologies to: ORE (in particular potential buyers in Celtic Sea FLOW), Oil and Gas and Offshore, Fishing and Aquaculture, Defence, and clean marine and maritime.
  • USP: the ability to provide pre-filmed and live in-sea demos via the Smart Sound that will be pre-recorded and presented in the main lecture theatres.

Exhibition Categories

Offshore Renewable Energy: Highlight innovations in sustainable energy sources for maritime applications, such as floating offshore wind, wave and tidal energy, and solar solutions.

Environmental Monitoring: Showcase solutions for real-time monitoring of marine ecosystems, including sensors, data analytics, and subsea monitoring and imaging.

Marine Robotics: Display Marine Autonomous Systems (MAS) and other robotic systems designed for marine exploration, maintenance, and research.

Aquaculture Technology: Showcase advancements in aquaculture technology, including smart farming solutions, automation, and data-driven approaches.

Energy Efficiency Solutions: Highlight technologies designed to enhance energy efficiency in maritime operations, including renewable energy integration, smart shipping solutions remote operations.

Defence: Demonstrate the latest technologies for defence applications and seabed warfare.


How to Participate

Submit a description of your demonstration and presentation, including its significance and potential impact on the marine technology sector to [email protected]. We are looking for innovative technologies and novel approaches to its demonstration.

Deadline for Applications: Friday 1st March 2024
Notification of Acceptance: Friday 22nd March 2024

Dive Into the Future of Marine Technology

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a comprehensive event that celebrates innovation and progress in marine technology. Secure your spot at the Marine Technology Exposition 2024 and contribute to the evolution of maritime solutions!