Page 70 • The HERALD • 13th March 2025 v WE’VE BEEN YOUR LOCAL SINCE 1994 v ASK A PROFESSIONAL Coastal Powerhouse Summit 2025: Driving Innovation and Sustainability in the Solent Maritime UK Solent is delighted to announce the inaugural Coastal Powerhouse Conference, set to take place on 26th–27th March, at ABP’s iconic Ocean Terminal in Southampton. e conference will feature a keynote address by the Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Security, Mike Kane MP, setting the stage for a series of high-pro le discussions and presentations, seminars, exhibitions, panel sessions and networking opportunities. Stu Baker, Managing Director of Maritime UK Solent, said: “The area has seen nothing like this before – a celebration of the breadth of world-leading excellence across the maritime sector, which is so interwoven in the area’s history, culture, and communities. This exciting event illustrates how the Solent is at the forefront of global maritime and reflects the region’s pivotal role in shaping the future of the maritime sector. We are delighted to welcome a range of high-profile speakers and offer some innovative events and demonstrations which will showcase the depth and breadth of the Solent’s successful and forward-thinking maritime sector, its commitment to sustainability and dedication to nurturing a talented and diverse workforce for the future. By bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers, we’re ensuring that our region remains a world leader in maritime decarbonisation and innovation.” is landmark two-day event will showcase the region’s maritime excellence in innovation and sustainability, highlighting the pivotal role the sector plays in the future growth and prosperity of the Hampshire and Solent region. Event Highlights Day 1: Maritime Sustainability (26th March) • Insights from prominent speakers including Mike Kane MP, Alastair Welch (Port Director at ABP), Chris Shirling-Rooke (Chief Executive of Maritime UK), and Anne-Marie Mounti eld (Chair of Maritime UK Solent). • Expert panel discussions on port sustainability led by ABP and including Portsmouth International Port, Carnival, DP World, Whittaker Tankers and Solent Stevedores • Solent Maritime Excellence Seminars on Clean Maritime led by Jamie Holmes of NASH Maritime and Autonomous Maritime, led by Dan Hook of RAD Propulsion • ABP’s EVA Southampton Innovation Exchange, part of the Energy Ventures Accelerator (EVA) programme, in partnership with innovation platform and investor, Plug and Play, o ering opportunities to pitch innovative projects. e event is hosted by the UK’s biggest ports operator, Associated British Ports (ABP) and Maritime UK Solent. With a focus on maritime decarbonisation, the sessions will highlight Southampton as a pivotal hub for the UK’s energy transition, showcasing cutting-edge innovation and collaboration opportunities. Alastair Welch, ABP Regional Director, said: “We are delighted to support the first Maritime UK Solent Coastal Powerhouse Conference. We are proud to be hosting this event in the Port of Southampton, the UK’s trade gateway to the world where the whole port community is working towards net zero. In our ever-changing world, it has never been more important to work together on solutions for maritime decarbonisation and we look forward to hearing from emerging companies showcasing their innovative projects throughout the two day conference”. Day 2: Maritime Futures: People, Innovation & Trade (27th March) • Talks on mentoring and apprenticeships, featuring the Maritime UK Solent 2024 Apprentice of the Year, Noorhantosha Sharrai. • Launch of the Maritime UK Solent Future Leaders programme. • Innovation sessions with on-the-water demonstrations of the latest maritime technology. • Insights from Innovate UK and the University of Southampton on funding opportunities and plans for the Centre for Green Maritime Innovation (CGMI). roughout both days, exhibition space will be available, o ering unique opportunities to network with industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers. Delegates will also have the chance to book site visits to explore the region’s cutting-edge facilities. ere are a limited number of sponsorship opportunities for headline sponsors, and a limited amount of exhibition spaces available over the two days. Please contact info@muksolent.com for more details. For more information, full agenda and speaker details and to book your ticket, visit: muksolent.com/coastalpowerhouse-week/ Southampton’s Iconic Ocean Terminal Set to Host the Coastal Powerhouse Summit 2025
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