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Latest news from across the Maritime UK South West network

ACUA Ocean led consortium secures UK government backing for 145ft Multi-Role Uncrewed Offshore Support Vessel
A consortium led by ACUA Ocean and featuring Houlder, Ad Hoc Marine Designs, Trident Marine and the University of Southampton has secured UK government backing

South Devon College Launches Two New Maritime Bootcamps (19th – 30th January 2026)
South Devon College has announced two fully funded Bootcamps for adults (19+) looking to step into the maritime sector. Maritime Engineering & Royal Navy Careers
GW-SHIFT December updates
New support to bid for DRIVE35 Scale-Up Funding The DRIVE35 Scale-Up Fund is a major, ongoing grant funding programme. It offers funding to help UK
Invitation to Exhibit at Oceanology International 2026
Limited Silver & Bronze Opportunities Remaining Plymouth and South Devon Freeport have secured a premium stand to showcase the National Centre for Marine Autonomy (NCMA)
The Net Zero Exchange and Future is Green
Events and Training AI x Sustainability: Business Opportunities and Challenges: 19th November 2025 All are welcome to attend our free, 2-hour in-person event exploring real-world
Re-engineering the future: how T Levels are building tomorrow’s engineering workforce
Engineering is one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving sectors in the UK – driven by constant innovation, new technologies and the need to solve
GW-SHIFT November updates
Powering the Future Safely: Demystifying Hydrogen for a Low-Carbon World 21 November, 12:00–13:00, Online Join GW-SHIFT for an insightful one-hour online session exploring how to
Plymouth and South Devon Freeport are hosting free Lunch & Learn webinars
The Plymouth and South Devon Freeport are hosting free Lunch & Learn webinars as part of an autumn series, featuring expert-led sessions on regional growth, offshore
Maritime UK South West is proud to welcome its new sponsor Hari Innovations
Founded by world-renowned industrial designer Christopher Duffy, Hari Innovations re-imagine power boating for a sustainable future. Their bespoke boats feature a pioneering combination of low-carbon