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Scottish

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As the largest Branch of the IMarEST, the Scottish Branch encompasses members from all areas of marine activity including naval and merchant shipbuilding, offshore oil, marine biology, environmental issues and many more fields of the marine industry. With such a variety of accomplished marine professionals, there is a constant stream of activity that satisfies members’ interests, whether that may be in engineering, science or technology.  

The Branch is also extremely passionate about supporting the next generation of marine professionals. Through their Young Members Network and by sponsoring competitions at Universities, Colleges and Schools, the Branch aims to educate young people about the plethora of opportunities available in the marine industry.  

Join this local community to enhance your knowledge through technical lectures and promote marine activity in the region. 

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29 Aug 2025

Meeting the 2025 Cadet intake at City of Glasgow College

Branch news
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22 Dec 2024

IMarEST Scottish Branch UPDATED Programme

Updated program

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23 Nov 2023

Scottish Branch Annual Dinner 2024

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Branch officers

Prof. Dr. Gerasimos Theotokatos FIMarEST

Chair

Mr David Wilson AMIMarEST

Honorary Secretary

Dr Richard Wakefield CSci CMarSci FIMarEST

Honorary Treasurer

Upcoming events

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Free
20 January 2026

Understanding IMarEST membership levels

A webinar by the IMarEST.

Online
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External
21 January 2026

Bridge Risk Assessment for Vessel Allision (BRAVA) Analysis/Interactive Tool

An event by IMarEST Eastern USA Branch jointly held with the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME), the Society of Marine Port Engineers (SMPE), and the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE). This meeting is being hosted by SMPE.

Branch event New York
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External
22 January 2026

The Doxford Engine

An event by IMarEST & RINA's North East Coast Joint Branch.

Branch event Newcastle upon Tyne
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Free
28 January 2026

IMarEST and Offshore Wind Learning Webinar

A webinar by the Offshore Renewables SIG and Offshore Wind Learning.

SIG event Online
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