IMarEST marine energy focus
The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEst), is turning its attentions to marine energy with the intention of gauging views across the industry.
Together with the East of England Energy Group (EEEGR) it’s establishing a regional marine Special Interest Group (SIG) specifically covering the energy sector in the East of England/Southern North Sea.
The area is a hugely significant region for marine energy with 153 active gas platforms 2 interconnectors, 2,300 kilometres of pipeline and, to date, 24 proposed offshore windfarms off the coast.
The SIG will seek to explore a number of topics pertaining to marine energy in the region, from the vast range of marine vessels used in the energy sector to subsea support and the challenges of cooperating with other work being done in the Southern North Sea such as that of aggregate extractors, aquaculturists and fisheries.
It was formerly introduced at EEEGR’s flagship event, SNS2015 on the 4 and 5 March at the Royal Norfolk Show Ground in Norwich where there was a presentation highlighting the benefits of participation in the SIG, IMarEST’s role in the marine energy sector and the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
Those wishing to get involved and contribute their expertise are able to nominate candidates to be considered to form a steering group to develop terms of reference and to ensure the SIG meets the needs of industry, society and the wider marine profession.
By Anne-Marie Causer
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