Institute News

The Institute has launched an industry consultation on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 2023 GHG Strategy, focusing on the implementation of its short-term measures and the development of proposed mid-term measures. The outcomes of the consultation will help ensure the Institute's contribution to the ongoing negotiations reflects the expertise of its members, as well as the wider marine community.

Future-ready navies and the challenges shaping maritime defence will be centre stage at the International Naval Engineering Conference and International Ship Control Systems Symposium (INEC/iSCSS), taking place from 10-12 November 2026 at the University of Edinburgh.

Ethics in the Maritime Industry will bring together marine professionals to explore the human decisions, responsibilities, and impacts behind every voyage.

The IMarEST honoured Professor Jin Wang with its flagship Outstanding Contribution Award. The award was presented at the Institute’s prestigious Annual Dinner by new President, Professor Deborah Greaves.

Ahead of next week’s meeting of the IMO’s MEPC84, the IMarEST has set out proposals to ensure the Net Zero Framework (NZF) is scalable, practical to deliver, and reduces investment risk.

We have strengthened our commitment to supporting professionals working in marine technology and innovation with the launch of a reimagined, and future‑ready, professional registration standard.

Prof. Deborah Greaves, the IMarEST's president elect, visited the IMarEST China Representative Office and met with students at Ningbo University.

A new white paper released today by the IMarEST in collaboration with Whale Seeker and True North Marine uses a case study to illustrate how vessel speed optimisation has potential to protect marine mammals, whilst saving fuel and reducing carbon emissions.

Our new fellowship standard aims to make the Institute’s highest level of recognition more accessible and inclusive for marine professionals worldwide.

The IMarEST has awarded its David Henderson Inspiring Journey grant to Cadet Mohd Emaad Khan, from the Indian Maritime University in Kolkata. His expedition across Uzbekistan’s Aral Sea basin will uncover the lessons marine professionals can learn from one of the world’s most catastrophic ecological collapses.