Deep Sea Exploration
Dr Alan Jamieson, Newcastle University
The Five Deeps Expedition is the first to attempt to reach the deepest point in each of the Earth’s five oceans: the Puerto Rico Trench in the Atlantic, South Sandwich Trench in the Southern Ocean, Java Trench in the Indian Ocean, Challenger Deep in the Pacific and Molloy Deep in the Arctic.
Dr Alan Jamieson is a senior lecturer in deep-sea biology at Newcastle University, UK. He is the Chief Scientist on The Five Deeps Expedition.
His research has made him a world leader in the biological exploration of the Hadal Zone (depths exceeding 6000 metres). He has designed multiple Hadal-Landers and has deployed them nearly 250 times in the ultra-deep subduction trenches of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding areas. He has participated in, and often led, 50 deep-sea expeditions covering every ocean. He has published over 80 scientific papers and sole authored the book The Hadal Zone, life in the deepest oceans, in 2015. The highlights of his work include filming the deepest fish in the world multiple times, discovering supergiant amphipods in the Hadal Zone, having a Hadal species named after him and filming in the deepest places on Earth, the Sirena Deep and Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench.
His work has featured in the BBC’s Blue Planet II, and NHK’s Deep Ocean, Descent into the Mariana Trench documentaries, and his discoveries have received extensive international media coverage.
He is a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society and currently sits on the council of the Challenger Society for Marine Science.
Registration & Refreshments 6.00pm, Room ARMB1.48
Presentations 6.30pm, Room ARMB1.49 –
This course has been developed by flexible pipe manufacturers and key companies associated with system design, failure mode analysis, and integrity management of flexible flowlines and risers.
The course is aimed at those who specify, purchase, approve, install, operate, manage the integrity of, or decommission flexible risers or flowlines, including jumpers.
The course should provide enough knowledge for them to feel comfortable with their responsibilities and is likely to apply to both engineers and non-engineers at various stages in their careers.
To register for the course please return the course flyer via email to Patricia Slapp
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Annual General Meeting and Reception
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Society for Underwater Technology will be held at 1800 on Monday 16 December 2019 at Trinity House, Tower Hill, London, EC3N 4DH.
- Statutory Business
- Awards Ceremony
- Technical Presentation
- Wine and Cheese Reception
Only Members of the SUT (Individual Members and Corporate ‘named’ persons) are allowed to attend the AGM. There is no charge for the evening.
Non-members are welcome to attend the Awards Ceremony, the Presentation and the Reception at a charge of £20
Technical Presentation
Mark Beattie-Edwards, MA, MCIfA, FSA
Saving The London: a Mary Rose for the 21st century
On the 7th March 1665 tragedy struck in the Thames Estuary, when the warship London exploded with the loss of over 300 souls. Today, over 350 years later, the tragedy continues as the wreck site washes away with every passing ship and tide. In 2019 the Nautical Archaeology Society, the London Shipwreck Trust and Southend Borough Council launched the “Save The London” Campaign, to support the recovery, excavation, conservation and display of the protected wreck in a purpose-built facility in Southend-on-Sea. This presentation will provide the background to the ships loss; its rediscovery; the work of the dedicated team of volunteer divers who are saving artefacts from destruction as well as the innovative scheme to recover the ship from the Thames.
The South West – Local Expertise, Global Reach
Following previous year’s success, the SUT OSIG committee is pleased to announce the next in the popular series of evening Geoforum events to be hosted at the SS Great Britain in Bristol.
The Geoforum 4 evening will comprise of a set of 4 captivating presentations showcasing the global impact of offshore work being conducted in the south west region. There will also be opportunities for networking and discussions with the contributors.
Each speaker slot will include allowance for a Q&A session at the end. An outline of the session is provided for guidance.
17:00 Arrivals and drinks reception aboard SS Great Britain
18:00 Relocate to the Viridor Theatre (overlooking the quayside) for the speaker session, comprising:
- Introduction – Organising committee, SUT OSIG
- Designing Offshore Wind Farms in the US – Alastair Muir Wood; Wood- Thilsted
- Geotechnical research at Bristol University: from local facilities to global impact – Dr Diambra; Bristol University
- Horizontal directional drilling for Cable Landfalls – Tim Riggall; Riggall & Associates
- Explosive mix of turn-key UXO survey and mitigation solutions – Lee Gooderham; ORDTEK
20:00 Relocate to SS Great Britain – venue remains open for discussions and networking
A complimentary drink and buffet food will be provided by the sponsors. Delegates are welcome also to explore the historic SS Great Britain.
Please note, the SUT OSIG General Meeting is being held at the venue earlier in the day, and early registration is recommended to avoid disappointment!
A Certificate of Attendance to contribute towards your CPD is available, please select this option during booking.
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Blue Future – New technologies, new ocean industries and SUT’s part in growing the Blue Economy
As the world seeks new low carbon energy sources, transitions to electric transportation and seeks living space and protein for 9 billion or more people by 2050 the role of marine industry and support services will take on an ever-higher profile.
In this talk SUT CEO Steve Hall will look at the emerging technologies & policy regimes that will transform how we measure, manage, farm, defend, extract resources and exercise responsible stewardship over the global ocean in coming decades, and how Learned Societies such as SUT will be part of the picture.
Presenter
Steve Hall is CEO of SUT, joining in 2017 after over 25 years in oceanographic research, programme management and policy development for the UK, EU and UNESCO where he served as Vice Chair of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission. Steve played a part in drafting the concept of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development which starts in 2021, and is an advocate of marine robotic systems, reform of ocean governance in areas beyond national jurisdiction, and keeping the public informed about ocean issues.
With special thanks to our host Braemar Technical
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Pseudo Dry Gas System – An enabling technology for remote gas fields
An overview of an Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) study to consider the economic impact of applying the innovative Pseudo Dry Gas technology to known stranded gas fields to the North of Shetland islands, making a gas gathering corridor stretching 200km and 1.7km deep. The scope included a detailed flow assurance analysis, and integrated asset modelling for multiple development options to determine the estimated total recovery. This study was supported by data from the UK Oil and Gas Authority. The technology is currently undergoing initial prototype testing at Cranfield University.
The presentation will show the comparative study for a known stranded gas basin for a range of development options based on current and near future technology in order to demonstrate the value proposition and CO2 emission reduction of the Pseudo Dry Gas technology.
Presenter: Lee Thomas, Intecsea
A subsea engineer with 16 years’ experience of subsea engineering. Beginning his career at BP, through FosterWheeler and now INTECSEA for the last 9 years and has been involved with a number of the longest subsea gas tiebacks currently in operations. He is one of the two co-inventors of the pseudo dry gas technology, and has been part of the development team since inception.
Data from the Deep
Accessing Fatigue Analysis Data Wirelessly from Deepwater Infrastructure
As operators aim to extend the life of their offshore field developments, ever more clever ways are needed to ensure subsea asset remains within safe margins of operational life. Added to increased environmental awareness for containment integrity, it all provides an interesting technical challenge for the industry to solve. Stephen Auld’s talk, Data from the Deep, provides a couple of case studies where operators have turned to wirelessly communicating sensors, retrofitted on or around subsea asset, to monitor both fatigue and leak detection.
Presenter: Stephen Auld, Sonardyne
Stephen Auld has worked in the oil and gas industry for over 20 years. After graduating with an Honours degree in Engineering and an MSc in Computing he joined Coda Octopus in Edinburgh. Following various promotions he finally led the company as Managing Director for 5 years. Leaving Coda Octopus, Stephen joined Schlumberger as Business Development Manager promoting the use of unmanned surface vehicles for various offshore applications. For the past two years Stephen has been working with Sonardyne International, firstly as BDM and now as Global Business Manager for their subsea asset and monitoring group.
Registrations 17:30, Presentations 18:00, refreshments to follow
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Not a Member of SUT? How can you benefit from what the SUT has to offer?
The SUT Aberdeen Branch Committee would like to invite you to a social and networking evening at the Carmelite Hotel. Enjoy a beer & a burger, meet people in the subsea community and SUT Aberdeen Committee, find out what the SUT as a learned society is planning for the coming year and how you can be a part of it.
- Welcome from the SUT Aberdeen Branch Chair, Daniele Petrone
- An introduction to the SUT
- Regular Events and Activities
- Goals of the society
- Special Interest Groups
- How to access the benefits of SUT membership
- Meet members of Aberdeen SUT and Aberdeen SUT+ branch committees
- Activities to support the SUT Educational Support Fund
- Suggest topics for future SUT Evening Meetings
- What do you want to hear about in the world of Subsea Technology?
- Do you have new developments to share with the subsea community?
- The opportunity to join and become a part of the SUT
- The chance to make some new connections with members of the Aberdeen subsea technology community
Arrivals from 6pm
All current members who wish to come along are encouraged to bring a non-member.
It is free to attend, but to confirm numbers registration is essential.
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A discussion of current offshore regulations, including the OGA’s drive to release more data and collaborate; also covering the OGA’s intention to be more robust in its approach, to ensure delivery of MER UK Strategy against the backdrop of improving UKCS performance.
Presenter: Gunther Newcombe
Gunther Newcombe is responsible for the OGA’s Exploration and Production agenda. He joined the OGA from BP in June 2015 after a long and diverse career in the oil and gas industry, holding a number of exploration, operational and business leadership roles over a 35 year career (including 15 years’ experience of the North Sea). Gunther has the ability to establish high performing teams by providing strategic and business direction coupled with a firm knowledge of business processes and cultural awareness. He has a track record of delivering improved safety and business performance linked to clear strategic goals, with a strong focus on development and motivation of staff to ensure business delivery and sustainability.
Registration 11:30, Presentation 12:00, Refreshments to follow
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With special thanks to our sponsors Ince Gordon Dadds
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