Perth – October Evening Technical Meeting

The Society for Underwater Technology invite you to the October 2022 Evening Technical Meeting:

Underwater Autonomous Technologies and their Application within Defence Industry


Date: Wednesday, 12 October 2022

Time: 5.30pm – 8.30pm AWST

Venue: Parmelia Hilton Perth


The evening will focus on the following three topics:

1. Anti-Submarine Warfare operations utilising autonomous Wave Gliders for detection, classification, and localisation

by Mitchell Hinchcliffe – BlueZone Group

BlueZone Group has been awarded a Defence Innovation Hub contract to develop Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability using Australian-developed sonar and track processing systems installed in unmanned surface vehicles. The system is an innovative integration of Sonartech Atlas’s sonar processors and Acacia Systems automated tracker technology with leading-edge ASW sensors and unmanned platforms. It will provide a fully autonomous persistent surveillance capability which will complement the ADF’s existing and planned ASW force structure.

The project will deliver automation and autonomy to ADF ASW to a level never before attempted anywhere in the world. BlueZone Group completed final trials in September 2022 and is pleased to provide a project update to those following the projects process since our presentation in 2021.

2. Defence applications for commercial technologies – Autonomous Underwater Vehicles and Sonar

by Mark Roberts – Kongsberg Maritime

With the conflict in Ukraine and heightened tensions in Asia Pacific, the current threat to global security is more complex and probably higher than at any time in recent history. There is a recognised need for Defence to simplify procurement processes, streamline existing programs, react quicker, and ultimately be more agile. As a result, Defence are turning more and more to tried and tested technology from the commercial sector.

Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV) and sonar are two technologies which have been used extensively in the commercial field, in particular the oil and gas industry, mainly for seabed mapping, debris clearance surveys, monitoring surveys and inspection of infrastructure such as jackets, pipelines and subsea cables. Similar applications are also relevant to Navy.

The presentation will provide an overview of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV) and sonar technologies and how they can be used in Defence applications such as intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), mine countermeasures, seabed survey and inspection / monitoring of critical infrastructure.

3. Autonomous systems for addressing Defence’s challenges in a hotly contested subsea environment

by Sandro Ghiotto – BlueOcean MTS

Our regional security situation is evolving rapidly. This has been emphasized in a number of Defence publications and through new and re-invigorated alliances, and has stimulated Major and Minor Defence Projects. Undersea warfare and advanced undersea surveillance systems will be part of the AUKUS pathway moving forward. Uncrewed and autonomous systems will play a crucial role in dramatically increasing Defence’s surveillance mass and in moving risk away from the Warfighter.

Blue Ocean routinely operates autonomous systems for multi-month maritime surveys, ideally suited to widearea and choke point surveillance. Demonstrated innovations include adaptations of long-endurance AUV that are suited for acoustic surveillance and re-positionable seabed sensors. This presentation will highlight Blue Ocean’s innovative approach to applying new technology to address Defence’s challenges in a hotly contested subsea environment.


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Contact: SUT (08) 9481 0999 or [email protected]

SUT-Perth 2022 Annual General Meeting

We invite you to attend our 2022 Annual General Meeting on:

Date: Wednesday, 12 October 2022

Time: 5pm – 6pm (incl Drinks/Networking Session)

Venue: Parmelia Hilton Perth

AGENDA:

1. Chairman’s report
2. Treasurer’s report incl. Summary of Financial Statements for the year ending 30 June 2022
3. Secretary’s report
4. SUT Committee members for 2023 (if vacancies remain on the SUT Committee)
5. Any Other Business

SCHEDULE
4.30pm – Registration
5.00pm – AGM commences
5.30pm – AGM ends; Drinks/Networking Session
6.00pm – October ETM commences

EVENT DETAILS
Members: Free
Non-members: $50
Registration includes post-event drinks & nibbles
Following the AGM, the October ETM will commence at 6pm at the same venue

For a copy of the flyer, please click here

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For any questions, please contact: +61 (08) 9481 0999 | [email protected]

 

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Perth – SUT 18th Annual Dinner

The SUT Perth Branch is excited to announce that our 18th Annual Dinner will be held at Optus Stadium on Friday 25 November 2022. 

It’s the highlight of our social calendar and a fantastic opportunity for an evening with your colleagues and clients”

Invite your clients and staff to fill a table (or two)!

Event Details
» Tickets available for purchase individually or in tables of 10
» Includes pre-dinner drinks & canapes
» 3-course meal
» Wine, beer & soft drinks throughout the evening
» Entertainment & great prizes to be won
» Dress Code: Suit/Cocktail Dress

Programme:
» 6.30-7.10pm: pre-dinner drinks & canapes
» 7.30-9.30pm: 3-course dinner & entertainment
» 9.30pm: Live Band – Chill Divine
» 11.00pm: Evening concludes

Venue:
OPTUS STADIUM
Riverview Room 3,
Victoria Park Drive,
Burswood

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor:

 

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Thank you to our Door Prize Sponsors:

 


Sponsorship Packages are still available for this event click here to view.

If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please email our Events Team [email protected]

 

MCE Deepwater Development (MCEDD) 2022

Submit your abstract for MCEDD 2022

MCE Deepwater Development (MCEDD) is returning to London in April 2022!

With a focus on Decarbonizing Deepwater Production, MCEDD will bring experts from across the global industry together. For your chance to take part in the conference agenda, please submit your abstract today!

The MCEDD board is currently accepting nominations in 15 categories, including:

  • Renewable Energy and Innovation to Decarbonize
  • Electrification of Subsea Developments and Brownfield Infrastructure
  • Clean Technology Development
  • Subsea Infrastructure Assets – Changes & Challenges
  • Handling Strategies for Gas, C02 and Hydrogen
  • Repurposing Existing Subsea Infrastructure for Carbon Capture Storage and Hydrogen
  • New opportunities for Pipelines and Risers in Decarbonization (CCS, Hydrogen, etc.)
  • Composites
  • Challenge of Large Brownfield Developments Related to Maturing Greenfield Projects
  • Macro-Industry Topics & Trends
  • Redefined Regulatory Standards & Policies in a New Era
  • Technologies: Digitalization, Unmanned & Autonomous
  • HSE: Health, Safety & Environment
  • Floating Facilities, FPSOs and Mooring Systems
  • Life of Field/O&M

The SUT is proud to be the Learned Society Partner for MCEDD 2022

 

SUT Middle East – Emergency Pipeline Repair Systems (EPRS)

An overview of the tools and methods available for the on-bottom repair of rigid pipelines

09:00 – 15:30 at Khalifa University, SAN Campus and Dolphin Energy KIZAD

Venue details: Khalifa University, Sas Al Nakl Campus (formerly The Petroleum Institute). The event is to be held in the ADCO Auditorium, Zarkuh Building (Building 1).

Click below to view selected presentations


SUT Introduction: To subsea pipeline failure modes, types of damages, criteria of selecting repair solutions, water depth consideration, criticality of EPRS, safety, the environmental and economic impact of a pipeline failure, etc. – John Charalambides, Subsea Solutions Group & ME SUT Committee

ADNOC Offshore – Case Studies: ADNOC Offshore will present case studies of previous subsea pipeline repair projects executed in region.

Dolphin Energy – EPRS – Operator Perspective: Giving a broad operators perspective on pipeline repair that considers all aspects in EPRS including the necessity for an operator to be prepared for the unexpected and the complexity of it. From decommissioning the damaged section to restarting the line as well as ways to manage such system sustainably and effectively in the long term.

Welded Solution: Subsea pipeline repair using hyperbaric welding techniques; the equipment, the methodology and case studies – DCN

Mechanical Solutions: On-bottom shallow water permanent subsea pipeline repairs for minor or major damages; the equipment, the procedures, and case studies – Oceaneering

Mechanical Solutions: The Qatar perspective to extreme sour gas service subsea pipeline repair systems, the systems, equipment, and case studies – Subsea Innovation

Hot Tapping/By-Pass Operations: Underwater hot tapping, isolation, by-pass and repair solutions of pipelines with uninterrupted production; the systems, equipment, methodology, and case studies – STATS

After the presentations at Khalifa University, there will be a chance to visit Dolphin Energy’s Facility & EPRS Warehouse in KIZAD, to view the EPRS equipment they have in storage.

COVID restrictions per Abu Dhabi regulation are to be advised prior to the event.


Thank you to our sponsors

 

 

All-Energy 2022

Our goal is to connect suppliers of renewable and low carbon energy solutions and policymakers to developers, investors, buyers, and a number of professionals from around the world, facilitating business and knowledge exchange right there on the show floor.

Nicola Sturgeon declared back in 2001 that Scotland will become a world leader in low carbon energy technologies, embrace social changes and reduce emissions. With this mantra in mind All-Energy was born, and since became home for the renewable and low carbon energy community.

More than just an exhibition

Here at All-Energy, we want to be more than just an exhibition. We want to be an event that inspires, creates business connections, and educates. Alongside the innovations on the show floor, you’ll also have access to featured theatres with hundreds of hours of free educational programmes from world-class speakers. You can expect interactive features, networking events, workshops, and other activities designed to your business needs.

We welcome professionals from a variety of sectors like hydropower, offshore/onshore wind, bioenergy, marine renewable energy, and others, coming from the UK, France, Germany, China, USA, Italy, and beyond. So join us in 2022 on 11-12 May at the SEC Glasgow to connect with the community on the road to net-zero and UN’s COP26.

Visit the SUT on stand Q03

Click here for more information and to register.

SPE Offshore Europe

Find SUT on stand 1F50

SPE Offshore Europe is our industry’s main meeting point and a platform for better energy futures. On our 50th anniversary, our mission is to create a space for collaboration and learning in order to drive the sector forward, bringing together the entire energy value chain for four days in September 2023 at P&J Live, Aberdeen. Created by the industry, for the industry, SPE OE is known for its influential conference programme and an exhibitor showcase that puts sector solutions on a world stage. If you’re part of the community you’ll want to be here, as we map out the transition to new energy futures.

Click here for more information and to register for FREE.

Virtual Subsea Awareness Course

SUT is delivering a 15-hour (over 5 days) foundation-level virtual Subsea Awareness Course presented by leading industry figures based on its highly successful face-to-face 5-day course which has seen over a thousand delegates benefit over more than 20 years.

The date of the next course is TBA. Interactive Sessions will run from 10:00hrs – 13:00hrs BST

The virtual SAC is aimed at new entrants who are already technically qualified but just entering the offshore energy industry and/or the subsea sector; technically qualified experienced personnel undergoing a technology transfer and conversion process into the subsea sector; and non-technical personnel from legal or finance sectors who regularly deal with the subsea sector.

Sessions will cover:

  • Subsea Production Equipment & Systems
  • Flow Assurance
  • Pipeline & Risers
  • Constructions & Installation
  • Metocean
  • Renewables and Future Technology Trends
  • Operation, Maintenance & Decom

Cost (excluding VAT where chargeable)

  • £715 – SUT members (Discounted Price also available to EEEGR, OES, IMCA, NOF and EIC members.)
  • £845 – Non-members

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations are subject to a 10% administration fee where the cancellation is made up to 72 hours prior to the course commencement. Cancellations made within the 72 hours of the course commencement are subject to 25% administration fee. No refunds will be made once the course has commenced.

Delegates may wish to nominate a substitute in their place.


Attendees of previous SUT Subsea Awareness Courses said:

“A great course from which to gain a thorough understanding of the existing technologies that can help solve current problems”
“Extremely helpful and definitely recommended for people of all disciplines”
“The presenters were excellent, and the course material was at a very professional level”
“Great course and great instructors”
“Well organised and the presenters made learning about subsea enjoyable”
“This course increased subsea vision and understanding”
“It helped me improve and consolidate my existing knowledge”

Registration has now closed.

 

 

Offshore Wind Renewable Energy – Virtual Course

0900 -1300hrs GMT on both 2nd & 3rd March 2022.

Building on our international reputation for ocean and marine engineering and science training, the SUT brings you this virtual short course in Offshore Wind Renewable Energy, in conjunction with Cranfield University.

The course is designed for:

  • Professional non-engineers who would benefit from understanding the offshore wind energy industry
  • Engineers and technical staff who are new to this sector or making the transition from another industry

The course will be delivered over two online interactive 4-hour sessions by Industry and academic experts, with an emphasis on the practical applications.

Topics Include:

  • Wind and the Net Zero Challenge inc Deepwater Floating Potential
  • Planning, Environmental Studies, and Approvals
  • MetOcean/Weather: UK and NW Europe Focus inc Deepwater for Floating Technology
  • Fixed Bottom Offshore Structure Design and Integrity
  • Offshore Site Investigation and Seabed Site Foundations
  • Construction and Cables
  • Floating Wind Structures
  • Completion, Post Installation, and Ongoing Operation

Cost (excluding VAT where chargeable)

SUT Members £325 (EEEGR, OES, IMCA and EIC members will also benefit from the discounted member price)
Non-Members £415

CPD Credits will be available

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations are subject to a 10% administration fee where the cancellation is made up to 72 hours prior to the course commencement. Cancellations made within the 72 hours of the course commencement are subject to 25% administration fee. No refunds will be made once the course has commenced.

Delegates may wish to nominate a substitute in their place.


Registration for this course has now closed.

SUT+ Webinar – Subsea Umbilicals

1330hrs – 1430hrs

This event is free to attend but booking is essential.

Subsea Umbilicals with David Simon, Subsea 7

Since graduating in 2001 with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, David has spent the past 18 years developing an umbilical focussed career within the Oil and Gas industry.  After a brief period working in Coiled Tubing well interventions, in 2004 David’s career shifted towards subsea umbilicals where he began training as an umbilical project engineer with Oceaneering Multiflex in Rosyth.  Over the next 6 years, he undertook a number of challenging roles within the organisation, culminating in his appointment as technical sales manager.

In 2011, after a year-long travel sabbatical, David returned to the industry seeking new challenges.  Using his umbilical manufacturing background as leverage, David has been providing specialist engineering support to design consultancies, operators and EPCI contractors ever since.  David currently works for Subsea7 as a Senior Controls and Umbilicals Engineer based in Westhill.

Presentation Overview:

  • Umbilicals Overview – the bigger picture
  • Who’s who in the umbilical industry
  • Umbilical design – an Engineering smorgasbord
  • Spotlight: Challenges of a dynamic environment
  • Umbilical testing
  • The future of umbilicals – where do we go from here