In collaboration with the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST), the Military Technological College (MTC), Sultanate of Oman, is hosting the 2019 International Conference on Marine Engineering and Technology (ICMET Oman), from 5th – 7th November, 2019, at the MTC campus in Muscat.
About
International Conference on Marine Engineering and Technology- OMAN 2019
Marine Resources and Security
Renewable energy sources; Fisheries technologies; Fisheries enforcement; Marine Genetic resources, Marine biotechnology, Subsea technology; EEZ management; Coastal water security; Search and Rescue; Governance.
Marine Professional Development
E-Learning tools and activities; Training tools and effectiveness; Maritime academic and professional facilities;
Sustainability and Green Shipping
Design for energy efficiency; Alternative fuels; Waste disposal; Plastic pollution; Noise management; Exhaust gas management; Biofouling management; Ballast water management; Design for disposal; Policy & regulation.
Safe Automation and Remote Manning
Minimum manning; Safety critical software; Digitisation; Cyber security; Secure communications; Regulations; Class Rules; Reversionary control.
Support and Infrastructure
Ship maintenance regimes; Designing for through life support; Monitoring and measurement; Port infrastructure; Reception facilities; Green Ports; Port security; Port management; Floating Storage and Regasification Units; Liquefied Nature Gas terminals.
Safety and Regulation
New challenges for Class; Human factors; Regulatory overload; Learning from experience; Reasonable personal liability; Risk assessment.
Ship Design and Propulsion
Ship design methods; Novel ship design; Hydrodynamics; Novel propulsion; Prime movers; Gearing; Propulsors; Integration models; Auxiliary systems.
Naval Engineering
Warship design; Future challenges; Innovation; Damage control and fire-fighting; Combat systems; Electrical power management for future weapons; Submarines and underwater technology; Mine countermeasures.
Why Should I Attend?
Conference
Be part of an international event that aims to attract more than 200 delegates, representing academia, science and technology, private and public sector organisations, across more than 20 countries.
Latest On Innovations
Receive the latest on innovative solutions expected in the near future from key players in industry and R&D, through plenary and poster sessions and state-of-the-art exhibitions of the latest technological products.
Meet With Experts
Have the opportunity to meet with experts in the marine industry and exchange ideas related to the newest technologies, promote innovative products and discuss opportunities for collaboration with private and public sector key players that are eager to invest in the region.
Have the opportunity to visit a well-hidden jewel of the Middle East and Arabian Peninsula see venue information below.
Count Every Second Until the Event
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr Andrew Tyler CBE FREng FRAeS FIMarEST RCNC MRICS, UK, President of Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
Title of his topic: “Solving the world’s marine challenges with engineering, science, and technology”.
Engineer Ibrahim Al-Nadhairi, MBA., Sultanate of Oman, Chief Operating Officer at Oman Shipping Company (OSC)
Title of his topic: “Green Shipping”.
Captain (Eng.) Awadh Al Mamari., Sultanate of Oman, Head of Engineering Support- Royal Navy of Oman (RNO)
Title of his topic: “From Patrol Boats to complex War Ships: The Challenges of Strategic Changes to Engineering Organizations in RNO”.
Mr. Christian Freiherr von Oldershausen Dipl. Ing., Germany, Vice President Segment Director Navy at DNV GL
Title of his topic: “A Pragmatic Approach to Regulating New Technology”.
Dr. Mohammed S. Al-Muqadam – Opening Speaker., Sultanate of Oman, Board member of Oman Historical Association
Title of his topic: “The Role of the Naval Fleet in the Omani History”.
Captain (ret.) Hervé Boy., France, Surface Ships Business Development and Marketing Manager in “Naval Group”
Title of his topic: “Innovative Technologies on Next Generation Naval Vessels”.
Dr. Ahmed Al-Abri, Sultanate of Oman, Chief Executive Officer at Ports Management & Operation Company “MARAFI”
Title of his topic: “Safe Management & Operation of Ports & Future Vision of Omani Ports”.
Mr. Lex Nijsen A.P.A.A., The Netherlands, Vice President, Head Four-Stroke Marine Sales at MAN Energy Solutions SE
Title of his topic: “Future Developments of Marine Propulsion – Transition to Alternative Fuel”.
Programme
| ICMET Oman Programme – Tue 5th November 2019 | |||
| Start | End | Opening Plenary – Auditorium | |
| 7:45 AM | 8:30 AM | Registration | |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | Welcome Ceremony Opening speech: Dr. Mohammed S. Al-Muqadam Board Member of Oman Historical Association, SQU “The Role of the Naval Fleet in the Omani History” Keynote Speech: Dr Andrew Tyler, President IMarEST “Solving the World’s Marine Challenges with Marine Engineering, Science and Technology” |
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| 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM | COFFEE | |
| 10:30 AM | 11:00 AM | Keynote Speech: Mr Alexander Nijsen, Head Four-Stroke Marine Sales at MAN Energy Solutions “Future Developments of Marine Propulsion – Transition to Alternative Fuel” |
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| Technical Stream 1 | Technical Stream 2 | ||
| 11:00 AM | 1:00 PM | Ship Design and Propulsion | Support and Infrastructure |
| 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM | LUNCH and PRAYER | |
| 2:00 PM | 2:30 PM | Keynote Speech: Mr Christian von Oldershausen, Vice President Segment Director Navy at DNV GL “A Pragmatic Approach to Regulating New Technology” |
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| Technical Stream 1 | Technical Stream 2 | ||
| 2:30 PM | 4:35 PM | Safe Automation and Remote Manning | Marine Resources and Security |
| 4:35 PM | Close Day 1 | ||
| 6:30 PM | 8:30 PM | EVENING CITY TOUR | |
| ICMET Oman Programme – Wed 6th November 2019 | |||
| Start | End | Opening Plenary – Auditorium | |
| 8:30 AM | 8:55 AM | Keynote Speech: Captain (ret.) Hervé Boy, Surface Ships Business Development and Marketing Manager in “Naval Group” “Innovative Technologies on Next Generation Naval Vessels” |
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| Technical Stream 1 | Technical Stream 2 | ||
| 8:55 AM | 11:05 AM | Ship Design and Propulsion | Safe Automation and Remote Manning |
| 11:05 AM | 11:25 AM | COFFEE | |
| Technical Stream 1 | Technical Stream 2 | ||
| 11:25 AM | 12:25 PM | Ship Design and Propulsion (Continued) |
Naval Engineering |
| 12:25 PM | 1:25 PM | LUNCH and PRAYER | |
| 1:25 PM | 1:50 PM | Keynote Speech: Captain (Eng.) Awadh Al Mamari, Head of Engineering Support – Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) “From Patrol Boats to complex War Ships: The Challenges of Strategic Changes to Engineering Organizations in RNO” |
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| Technical Stream 1 | |||
| 1:50 PM | 3:00 PM | Ship Design and Propulsion | |
| 3:00 PM | Close Day 2 | ||
| 4:15 PM | 5:00 PM | Transport to Gala Dinner | |
| 5:00 PM | 9:00 PM | GALA DINNER | |
| ICMET Oman Programme – Thu 7th November 2019 | |||
| Start | End | Opening Plenary – Auditorium | |
| 8:30 AM | 8:55 AM | Keynote Speech: Engineer Ibrahim Al-Nadhairi, Chief Operating Officer at Oman Shipping Company (OSC) “Green Shipping” |
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| 8:55 AM | 9:20 AM | Keynote Speech: Dr. Ahmed Al-Abri, Chief Executive Officer at Ports Management & Operation Company “MARAFI” “Safe Management & Operation of Ports and Future Vision of Omani Ports” |
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| Technical Stream 1 | |||
| 9:20 AM | 10:30 AM | Sustainability and Green Shipping | |
| 10:30 AM | 10:50 AM | COFFEE | |
| 10:50 AM | 11:20 AM | Sustainability and Green Shipping (continued) | |
| 11:20 AM | 12:20 PM | Marine Professional Development | |
| 12:20 PM | 12:45 PM | Closing Plenary | |
| 12:45 PM | End Of Conference – Disperse | ||
fees
$
345 (USD)
[General Admission]
3 days
- Access to the Conference
- Conference Proceedings
- Lunch and refreshments
- Conference Reception (Dinner)
- Local transfers available from selected hotels
- 1 year free Affiliate Membership to IMarEST
$
240 (USD)
[IMarEST and MTC Members]
3 days
- Access to the Conference
- Conference Proceedings (e-format)
- Lunch and refreshments
- Conference Reception (Dinner)
- Local transfers available from selected hotels
$
55 (USD)
[Students]
3 days
- Access to the Conference
- Conference Proceedings (e-format)
- Lunch and refreshments
- Local transfers available from selected hotels
- 1 year free Affiliate Membership to IMarEST
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