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Marine Technology Reporter attends many exhibitions and conferences throughout the year. Listed here are many of the industry’s top events in the coming months. If you would like to add your event to this list, or inform us of an event not listed, simply click the “Submit Now” button to the left.

October 13-17, 2008,   Sea Tech Week 2008, Every two year, the Sea Tech Week brings together marine scientists, industrialists and world specialists in Brest, France. The themes for these sixth event are – renewable marine energy, maritime safety, operational oceanography, maritime law, governance and economics, marine surveillance and marine technology and biotechnology. http://www.seatechweek-brest.org

October 27-31, 2008,   VideoRay International Partner Symposium 2008, The VideoRay International Partner Symposium (VIPS) is the world's largest Micro-ROV conference. At the 8th annual VIPS this year in Galveston, Texas, VideoRay users, dealers, prospects, and vendors will come together to share new mission stories, techniques, and cutting edge technology in a very relaxed and hands on environment.

November 4-6, 2008,   UDT Pacific 2008, UDT Pacific 2008 will create a unique opportunity for undersea defence and dual use technology manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, distributors, consultants and research organisations to meet their hottest prospects. And, with Asia Pacific’s industry actively seeking upgrades to technology, exhibitorsof the latest hardware and software solutions are guaranteed a busy schedule. Alongside an eclectic mix of defence and dual use exhibitors, UDT Pacific 2008 will play host to the industry’s most comprehensive international conference for underwater technology leaders, making it the essential fixture for all suppliers. If your targets include meeting new prospects, and existing customers, making influential contacts, or reinforcing your company profile, UDT Pacific 2008 will deliver the platform…a venue full of your hottest targets. http://www.udt-pacific.com

November 12-14, 2008,   MAST (MAritime Systems & Technology) 2008, The third annual global conference and trade-show for senior-level government, r&d, and acadamia, and industry leaders in maritime* security and defence. *above and below the surface environments http://www.mastconfex.com

December 14-16, 2008,   India 08- International Conference on Boating and Yachting, BOAT INDIA ‘08 is a two-day international conference on Leisure Boating and Yachting to be held at Hotel Taj Residency Cochin from 15 to 16 December 2008. The event organized by Marine BizTV – the Global Maritime Television Channel and managed by BizTV events is in the inaugural year to establish itself as the benchmark and stimulus for the International Leisure Boating and Yachting Industry and will steal the worldwide maritime attention. BOAT INDIA Awards 2008 is the first International Boating Awards of the sub continent. The awards are bestowed for the outstanding boating and yachting personalities for their excellent contribution to the boating and yachting industry. The inaugural award ceremony will be held at Le Meridien, Cochin on 14 December 2008 http://www.marinebiztv.com/boatindia

January 20-21, 2009,   Underwater Battlespace, Thistle Marble Arch, UK Defence IQ’s 7th annual Underwater Battlespace conference will address the key challenges for underwater platforms to ensure that you have the critical capabilities for the roles of Mine warfare, Anti Submarine Warfare (ASW) and to influence a land campaign. The meeting will bring together senior military personnel responsible for underwater requirements and capabilities with leading figures from industry. You can expect to fully understand national requirements from your colleagues and where they will be investing in technology in the coming years so you can make informed decisions. http://www.uwbevent.com/

NEW! February 5-6, 2009,   Using Acoustic Tags to Track Fish, Seattle, Washington This short course addresses all aspects of tracking fish movement with acoustic tags, including three-dimensional tracking with sub-meter resolution. The course includes hands-on-operation and a variety of applications are covered. Lunch is provided. $300 per person. Seating is limited. http://www.htisonar.com/at_short_course.htm

NEW! February 12-13, 2009,   Using Hydroacoustics for Fisheries Assessment, Seattle, Washington The hydroacoustic short course covers mobile and fixed-location survey techniques, and subjects include basic hydroacoustic theory, deployment logistics, data collection and processing, as well as typical results. Split-beam, single-beam, and multi-beam frequency techniques are discussed in detail. Lunch is provided. Seating is limited. http://www.htisonar.com/ha_short_course.htm

March 31 - April 2, 2009,   Ocean Business 2009, Ocean Business has a winning formula of combining the traditional exhibition with training and demonstration workshops, allowing manufacturers and systems suppliers to meet face-to-face with their users to demonstrate the latest technological advances in equipment, explore opportunities and collaborate on future developments. Next event 31st March to 2nd April 2009. http://www.oceanbusiness.com/

May 12-14, 2009,   Interspill 2009 Conference & exhibition, The 5th edition of Interspill conference and exhibition for spill prevention preparedness, response and restoration will bring together the oil industry, the spill industry, governments and international agencies. Incorporating the 4th IMO R&D forum. http://www.interspill.com

NEW! May 21-23, 2009,   OWEMES 2009, 6th European Seminar OWEMES 2009, Brindisi-Italy, from the 21st to the 23rd of May, 2009 on Marine Renewable Energies in the Mediterranean Sea (offshore wind, wave, current, tides, solar, etc.). The 6th European Seminar 2009 will be hosted in Brindisi; the location of Italy's First Off Shore Wind Energy Plant. The European Seminar OWEMES 2009 provides the opportunity to meet experts from various fields of the industry. These experts will share their actual knowledge, unique experiences and strong vision on alternative energies. Please check the brochure of the” First Announcement and Call for Papers” on the following link: http://www.owemes.org/new/download/OWEMES_09.pdf The call for papers has just opened and it would be a great pleasure if you present a scientific paper regarding your most exciting research findings, or simply shared your experiences. Advanced papers would be most appreciated! Please send an abstract before October 15th to take part in the scientific program. The deadline for the abstract presentation has been delayed to the end of November 2008 Additionally, if possible, we could offer the opportunity to present your organization’s products and services in the Mediterranean region. Your participation will expose your ideas to a new and valuable audience. If you would like to actively participate at our industry show or are interested in sponsoring this extraordinary congress in Southern Europe, please contact the OWEMES seminar organization committee at gaudiosi@owemes.org ; secretariat@owemes.org http://www.owemes.org

October 3, 2009,   Climate Change: Global Risks, Challenges & Decisions, An international scientific conference organised by IARU as part of the official preparation for the UN Climate Change Summit (COP 15) to be held in Copenhagen in 2009. A written synthesis of the conference results will be a part of the material for the COP-15 participants.