Maritime UK South West: Growth Forum – West of England, 16th Oct, KPMG, Bristol, 10-3

Organised by Maritime UK South West and the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority hosted by KPMG.

The West of England forthcoming Growth Strategy focuses on translating the region’s strengths in Digital & Technologies, Clean Energy, and Advanced Manufacturing into business success and the creation of new and better jobs. The maritime sector sits at the intersection of these regional priority sectors that are increasingly converging in maritime applications, including AI-driven vessel autonomy, smart port systems, clean propulsion, offshore wind including O&M, and advanced materials. This event offers businesses a space to explore how they can position themselves within these emerging opportunities, network and collaborate with local businesses and major stakeholders, access support for innovation and skills, and help shape a more connected maritime ecosystem across the West of England.

A full agenda will follow in September but will include:

• the West of England Combined Mayoral Authority presenting the Local Growth Plan and what this means for the maritime sector
• Changes from the Strategic Defence Review
• Celtic Sea Floating Offshore Wind
• Key local maritime businesses
• Business and Innovation support
• A chance to pitch your business – email sheldon.ryan@maritimeuksw.org to book a 3 minute slot

Lunch will be provided which is covered in the £15 charge for attending the event.

If you have special access or dietary requirements leave these in the “special notes” section of the booking form.