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Office closures - December 2025

Season’s greetings from everybody at the IMarEST.

After an action-packed 2025, our staff are taking some well-deserved time off, so our offices will be closed for the festive period from Thursday 25 December to Friday 2 January inclusive.

Don’t forget you can reset passwords automatically by clicking ‘Forgot password’ on the login screen.

We wish you all a peaceful break,  and we look forward to working with our members to make 2026 our most impactful year yet.

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Gulf Coast (Houston)

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The Houston (US Gulf Coast) Branch brings together enthusiasts and industry experts who are passionate about marine engineering, science and technology. The Branch hosts insightful lectures, social events, and many other networking opportunities for members to meet like-minded professionals in the region and share their unique experiences. Through productive collaboration, the Branch aims to raise awareness about the importance of the marine sector within the local area.  

Whether you’re a student, a professional or simply fascinated by the marine industry, join this Branch to take part in these exciting activities across region. 

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11 Sep 2025

WEBINAR: Transforming Oil & Gas Operations: Using AI to Drive Operational Excellence

A webinar from the Gulf Coast (Houston) Branch.

IMarEST TV
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11 Mar 2025

WEBINAR: An Introduction to Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion: Generating Clean, Baseload Power From Seawater

A webinar from the Gulf Coast (Houston) Branch.

IMarEST TV
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29 Jan 2025

IMarEST Houston Branch Visit to Texas A&M University Galveston Campus

Thoughts from Houston Branch Chair Nimi Abili following a branch event.

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Branch officers

Dr Nimi Abili CEng CMarEng FIMarEST

Chair

Mr Rajnish Kelkar FIMarEST

Vice Chair

Mr Venkat Chakkarapani CEng CMarEng FIMarEST

Honorary Treasurer

Dr Nimi Abili CEng CMarEng FIMarEST

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Upcoming events

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Free
20 January 2026

Understanding IMarEST membership levels

An webinar by IMarEST

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28 December 2025

A Cinematic Voyage with IMarEST & Aries Energy

An event by the IMarEST UAE branch in association with Aries Energy.

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12 January 2026

USA Offshore Wind Case Study: New Bedford Foss Marine Terminal

A hybrid event by RINA & IMarEST's Western Joint Branch.

Branch event Bath
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Free
13 January 2026

Sustainable Marine Propulsion with Next Generation Fuel

A hybrid event by the Scottish Branch held jointly with Institute of Engineers in Scotland.

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