Our CEO, Chris Goldsworthy, has a message for all our members as we ask people to renew their memberships. Here he explains why he thinks being part of our Institute allows you to make more of an impact than ever.
A busy year for IMarEST in Nigeria, with plenty of technical discussions, career building opportunities and the development of a new maritime academy in Lagos
The hull of a 16th century galleon looks primitive and clumsy but the design prevailed for more than 200 years. What informed shipwright decisions, and was the design process so different to modern approaches?
With the INEC/iSCSS conference just weeks away, we look at the forces reshaping naval engineering and ship control systems – from autonomy, AI and cybersecurity to energy transition, resilience and the changing role of the crew.
A structured framework that integrates safety-informed operational decisions into real-world energy optimisation could bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical engineering constraints
The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) will outline a new approach to technical and policy engagement at its inaugural Technical Forum, taking place on 15 October 2026 at HR Wallingford in Oxfordshire.
The failure of a diesel generator aboard Kommandor Susan highlights the risks of treating spare parts, overhaul intervals and maintenance planning as separate decisions – and why knowing exactly what is inside an engine matters
Alasdair Wishart, our director of technical and policy, shares his insights from the IMO's Intersessional Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating marine system innovation, but its value relies on strong engineering governance, structured data and clear processes
Analysis of how marine ecosystems responded during the first year when global temperatures temporarily exceeded 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels suggests ocean heat damage is not just a summer issue
The Royal Navy continues to be thoroughly supportive as I progress through the marine engineering pipeline, which is a real privilege - especially as it allows me to do a job I love.
