Lunch & Learn – The Environmental Impact of Deep Sea Mining

Lloyd Warwick International, 2nd Floor, Forum House, 15-18 Lime Street, London EC3M 7AN.

Arrive 1200hrs | Presentations 1230-1330


A panel of expert speakers on deep seabed habitats & will talk about the risks that could be faced by companies that wish to undertake seabed mining or underwrite the activities.

Nibbles and drinks post-presentation.

Thank you to our hosts – Spencer Clark and Lloyd Warwick

1st EAGE/SUT Workshop on Integrated Site Characterization for Offshore Wind in Asia Pacific

Find out more | Topics | Submit your abstract by 31st March 2024


The roles of geologists and geophysicists have become increasingly crucial in site investigation for offshore wind farms given intricate geological formations. However, there remains a lack of comprehension among geotechnical engineers regarding the valuable tools that geoscientists can contribute. Similarly, geoscientists often lack an understanding of the geotechnical challenges.

In order to bridge the gap and increase the understanding between the geotechnical engineers and the geoscientists, EAGE and the Society for Underwater Technology (via their interest group on Offshore Site Investigation and Geotechnics; OSIG) are jointly planning a global series titled EAGE/SUT Workshop on “Integrated Site Characterization for Offshore Wind”.

The aim is to schedule this workshop in different parts of Asia Pacific, cover several offshore wind hotspots namely Australia, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, Vietnam and reach the regional audiences and address the specific complex geology that can be very different from region to region. It will also allow the inclusion of a non-technical component as the state of the business can vary between countries with very different regulatory and investment environments.

EAGE/SUT Workshop on Integrated Site Characterization for Offshore Renewable Energy

Find out more | Agenda | Speakers | Registration now open


Offshore renewable energy is a pivotal element in the energy transition, featuring global advancements from near-shore shallow-water areas to deep-sea environments. These areas often exhibit a complex geological history, leading to distinct geospatial variability in soil conditions with potential geohazards. Also, metocean conditions vary massively between regions. Effective development optimization (foundation concepts) and geohazard management necessitate the comprehensive integration of geological, geophysical, geotechnical, and environmental data within a robust (geological) framework, encompassing uncertainties in a holistic manner.

Recognizing the importance of bridging the gap and enhancing understanding between geotechnical and geoscience communities, the European Association of Geoscientists & Engineers (EAGE) and the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) are planning a series of workshops in different parts of the world. These workshops address globally applicable themes that are tailored to region-specific considerations, serving as a unique technical platform to tackle challenges and progress toward genuinely integrated site characterization and foundation design.

The global workshop series aims to champion and advance a multi-disciplinary approach as the standard for sustainable future offshore renewable energy site characterization and infrastructure development.

EAGE/SUT will solicit abstracts from industry and academia experts to develop a program of technical presentations and panel discussions addressing the pressing regional challenges for offshore renewable energy development in the US.

 

Aberdeen – Protecting Your Offshore Systems from Cyber Threats – POSTPONED

This event has been postponed


1800hrs | Wednesday 7th February 2024

Aberdeenshire Cricket Club, Morningside Road, Aberdeen AB10 7FB


With the increased deployment of integrated systems and processes in both the offshore and onshore environment to ensure safe, reliable, and secure operations, the threat of cyber attack is an ever-present danger.

Sector specialists will present and discuss across a broad range of aspects in an easily digestible manner including industry trends, threats, mitigation measures and controls, regulatory framework, and emerging technologies.

Speakers

Scott Keenon – IACS Consulting Ltd (IACS Consulting)

Scott is a graduate of Robert Gordon’s University with an Honours Degree in Business Studies and has over 25 years industry experience gained predominantly within the Oil & Gas Industry. Before setting up IACS Consulting with his fellow directors, Scott held several high-profile senior leadership positions managing teams of highly experienced and respected Operational Technology (OT) Consultants and Engineers. Calling upon this experience, Scott created the “OT BASICS” which is a set of principles that allows a company to put in place the necessary foundations for a successful OT cyber security journey.

Jonathan Smith – Sword Group (www.sword-group.com/uk/)

Jonathan is the Cyber Security Lead at Sword with 12 years industry experience working across multiple industries, including oil & gas, financial and both public and private sectors. Jonathan has worked within multiple teams with a wide area of knowledge covering Cisco networks and security, Palo Alto security, Cyber Security, Network Operations Centres and consultancy. Now leading up the cyber security team at Sword to deliver consultancy, audit and cyber security services including incident response and security operation centres.

 

Subsea Expo

SUT will be at Stand 100 – we look forward to seeing you there!


A crucial event for any company operating in the underwater sectors, Subsea Expo highlights the capability and ingenuity across industry.

Hear from world-leading experts on a range of subjects at the free-to-attend conference, and celebrate the achievements of the best and brightest people and companies at the Subsea Expo Awards.

Organised by Global Underwater Hub.

Find out more at www.subseaexpo.com

Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Course

Station Hotel, Newcastle

Continuing to build our international reputation for ocean and marine engineering and science training, the SUT is repeating its 3-day in-person course in Offshore Wind Renewable Energy to include visits to key sites based in the Newcastle area.

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
  • Technical staff in the sector who would benefit from broadening their understanding of the sector.

The course will be delivered over three days of presentations and site visits by Industry and academic experts, with an emphasis on the practical applications.


Presentations (to be given by industry experts)

  • Wind and the Net Zero Challenge inc Deepwater Floating Potential
  • Planning, Environmental Studies and Approvals – Chris Turner, ERM
  • MetOcean/Weather: UK and NW Europe Focus inc Deepwater for Floating Technology – Kevin Black, Partrac
  • Offshore Structure Design and Integrity – Dr Zhiqiang Hu, Newcastle University
  • Offshore Site Investigation and Seabed Site Foundations – Peter Allan, Pace Geotec
  • Construction – Jon Greenwood, OSBIT
  • Cables – Ross Wilson, BP
  • Floating Wind Structures – Alex Argyros, BP
  • Operations and Maintenance Field Study inc Turbine Operations, Equinor

Site Visits

  • Equinor Dogger Bank O&M Base South Tyneside
  • ORE Catapult Blyth R&D Centre
  • JDR Cables plan – Hartlepool
  • SMD (tbc)

Cost (ex VAT)

SUT members – £989 | SUT non-members – £1089

SUT member price is also available for members of – East of England Energy Group (EEEGR), Energy Industries Council (EIC), Global Underwater Hub (GUH), International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), NOF, Offshore Engineering Society (OES)

A CPD certificate will be issued following the course.

We anticipate this course will be in high demand, so if this course is of interest to you, please log your interest on the form, we will contact you with the final details shortly, which will provide you with an opportunity to register first, should you wish to take the course. Course numbers will be limited.


Registration

Registration has now closed.

All-Energy 2024

All-Energy takes pride in being the UK’s largest low-carbon energy and full supply chain renewables event; while the co-located Dcarbonise is aimed at private and public sector energy end users. All-Energy offers an opportunity to meet, network, and make connections with the renewable energy community with two days of uninterrupted business. We look forward to welcoming you back from 15-16 May 2024, SEC, Glasgow.


SUT will be on stand Q03.

Click here to find out more

Click here to register your place now!

SUT KL Monthly Session

11th December 2024 |  Loco KL , 22, Changkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur.

From 5 pm onwards

Welcome SUT members in KL! This meet-up is part of the series of monthly events open to SUT members and Subsea Professionals in town.

Happy hour –  5 pm to 10 pm – specially reserved for SUT monthly gathering – Participants can buy their own drinks and food. Free titbits will be provided.