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Ship Management

  • Overview

The Ship Management Special Interest Group (SIG) aims to bring together professionals, enthusiasts, and experts from around the world with an interest in ship management.

The group will consist of those with a common interest in world trade by sea, and will focus on the marine environment, international safety and security, the human factor, providing a forum for stakeholders to discuss crucial issues and initiate change in the industry.

Come and join us - you will be heard, recognised, and valued for your participation and help.

Why join the Ship Management SIG?
  1. Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and build valuable relationships
  2. Knowledge exchange: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and the latest developments
  3. Collaboration: Collaborate on research, projects, and initiatives that shape the future of ship management
  4. Influence policy: Help shape international regulation and practices concerning ship management activities through the creation of position papers, technical reports, and policy statements
  5. Give back to the industry:  Gain satisfaction by returning value to the industries you belong to and to help the industry and professionals develop with your input
  6. Professional growth: Enhance your skills, learn from industry leaders, and contribute to meaningful discussions

Join the Ship Management SIG today and gain access to the discussion on IMarEST Connect, to engage with other members and be part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing ship management practices. If you are interested in joining the group, sign into the MyIMarEST member portal and select the group from the list.

 

      

SIG officers

Dr Kaushik ROY CMarTech FIMarEST

Chair

Captain Michael Robarts RMarTech MIMarEST

Honorary Secretary

Upcoming events

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19 February 2026

An update on underwater hull coating technology and the challenges in coating scrubber penetrations

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

Branch event Newcastle upon Tyne
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Free External
19 February 2026

Regulating the Unseen – The Evolution of the Ballast Water Management Convention

An event by the Dublin Branch.

Branch event Dublin
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Free External
1 CPD
21 February 2026

Marine Careers and Chartership Pathways - how IMarEST builds careers

A Nigeria branch event

Branch event
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Free External
25 February 2026

Who is the UK SOSREP, why does this role exist and what kind of incidents do they get involved with?

An event by RINA & IMarEST's Aberdeen Maritime Joint Branch.

Branch event Aberdeen
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