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Strategic Partners
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Andrew Williams Consulting
AWC is a boutique consultancy providing cost conscious businesses, and governments, with industry leading expertise and support across the maritime sector. Our services include security consultancy, risk and crisis management, regulatory compliance, strategic planning support, stakeholder management, programme and project management and training. Additionally, in partnership with SENTRIQS we support businesses to protect data assets, IP, sensitive information while providing communication and collaboration resilience through our Glyph Post Quantum Safe platform.
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Associated British Ports
Associated British Ports (ABP) is the UK’s leading ports group, with 21 ports handling around a quarter of the UK’s seaborne trade. Together with customers, ABP’s ports contribute £7.5 billion to the UK economy and support 119,000 jobs.
ABP Southampton operates the Port of Southampton and is the UK’s number one vehicle handling port, capable of processing 900,000 vehicles per year.
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BAE Systems Maritime Services
BAE’s mission is to support and protect those that serve and protect us. With sites in Portsmouth and on the Isle of Wight, BAE Systems Maritime Services provides global support for warships, manufactures cutting edge radar capabilities and provides the very latest in underwater weapons technologies. Their products, systems and services ensure customers have a military advantage.
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Blake Morgan
Blake Morgan’s experienced and highly regarded team advise on marine law, specialising in marine leisure, yachting, and superyacht sectors connecting seamlessly with an international network of surveyors and foreign correspondents, and colleagues across travel, banking, corporate, real estate and health and safety specialisms to handle all kinds of disputes and contractual matters.
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Brockenhurst College
Brockenhurst College is a thriving college in the New Forest National Park. The main college site is located in Brockenhurst, with four satellite sites delivering specialist provision across the New Forest district and in Southampton. The core aim of Brockenhurst College is to deliver excellence and transform the futures of young people and adults through transformative education that motivates, inspires and empowers. We achieve this in collaboration with our external business, employer, civic, community and education partners.
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Carnival UK
Carnival UK is part of Carnival Corporation, the biggest travel and leisure company in the world. You might know us better by our brands – P&O Cruises and Cunard. We create unforgettable happiness for our guests by providing extraordinary cruise holidays, while honouring the integrity of every ocean we sail, place we visit and life we touch. Our head office is in Southampton where almost 2,000 colleagues fill our ships with guests, design our product, make sure that our ship’s stores are fully stocked and chart a course across the oceans.
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Chartwell Marine
Chartwell Marine is a trusted pioneer in next-generation vessel design. A reputed naval architect with an industry-leading track record designing award-winning high-speed vessels, Chartwell Marine supports ambitious boat builders and vessel operators around the world with specialist, independent design and consultancy services.
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Diverse Marine Ltd
Diverse Marine work with the world’s leading naval architects to produce workboats.
The range includes crew transfer vessels, patrol, interdiction & military craft, pilot boats and fishing boats, all constructed to the very highest standards of build quality and performance by our highly experienced team in Cowes.
Diverse Marine has the capabilities and expertise to undertake new build projects, routine maintenance and repair & refit work, all conveniently located on the Medina River in Cowes.
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Ferryspeed
Ferryspeed are at the forefront of providing genuine lifeline logistics services to the Channel Islands, Isle of Wight and UK distribution markets. Operating from our Portsmouth facility with supporting sites in Jersey, Guernsey and Leicester the organisation continues to flourish, delivering tangible benefits to our customers through investment in our people, technology and a commitment to looking after the environment in which we operate.
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Griffon Marine
Griffon Marine is at the forefront of marine engineering, offering innovative nautical engineering design consulting services with expertise in Naval Architecture, Zero Emissions Marine and Electric Systems Engineering, Aerodynamics and Regulatory Compliance Engineering. Having been at the forefront of maritime innovation for over 70 years, their high-performance vessels are tailored for efficiency, sustainability and versatility, addressing a wide range of applications, from defence to high-speed passenger ferries.
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MDL Marinas
MDL Marinas is one of Europe’s leading marina operators, managing 19 premium waterside destinations across the UK. With a strong commitment to exceptional customer service, MDL provides secure berthing, first-class facilities and a welcoming community for boat owners and visitors. The company offers innovative membership packages, hosts prestigious events, and continually invests in sustainable marina infrastructure to enhance the boating experience while supporting local maritime economies.
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Portsmouth International Port
Portsmouth International Port is Britain’s biggest and most successful municipal port. Part of Portsmouth City Council, the port is responsible for handling millions of customers and vital cargo across the globe.
The port has bold ambitions to reach carbon net neutrality by 2030 and to become zero emission by 2050. This includes building the groundbreaking Sea Change shore power project.
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Red Funnel
Formed in 1861, Red Funnel is the ‘Original Isle of Wight ferry operator’, connecting Southampton and the Island for over 164 years. Today, they carry 2.3m passengers and over 800,000 vehicles across the Solent each year. Red Funnel operates 365 days a year, with 30,000 sailings between Southampton on the UK mainland and East and West Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Their fleet consists of modern purpose-built Ro-Pax vehicle ferries and Red Jet Hi-Speed passenger catamarans, with catering and retail services provided in-house.
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Solent Stevedores
Solent Stevedores has been proudly operating as an award-winning family-run company for 25 years. The market-leading port services operator is based across seven locations in the UK and internationally and includes cruise stevedoring, bulks, rail, and container handling at the Port of Southampton.
Strategic Partner
South Hampshire College Group
South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a large, merged college group, that brings together three Further Education colleges from Southampton, Eastleigh and Fareham to make one strong, responsive and ambitious organisation. The mission of South Hampshire College Group is to enable all students, apprentices and our region’s businesses to be successful in their future through high-quality technical and professional education and training.
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Spiralis Energy
Spiralis Energy, based in Cowes, Isle of Wight, is pioneering the world’s first class-
approved bi-directional tidal energy power barge – a floating power plant generating
electricity directly from tidal flows, engineered to redefine offshore renewables.
- Zero-emission, grid-ready, predictable clean energy
- Fish-friendly design, recyclable, low-cost operations and maintenance
- RINA classification society, 500kW barge, scalable and cost-effective
Spiralis is advancing the fossil phase-out transition, setting new standards for clean and reliable energy from the sea.
Strategic Partner
University of Portsmouth
The University of Portsmouth, a UK institution, is known for its global outlook, strong applied research, and commitment to teaching excellence. It was awarded Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and is regularly ranked among the leading modern universities in the UK. The university emphasizes student experience, global citizenship, and positive contributions to society
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University of Southampton
The Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute at the University of Southampton constitutes world class, authoritative, independent expertise, spanning both the marine and maritime sectors. We foster new research collaborations, educate the next generation of maritime leaders, and generate knowledge and intelligence for businesses of all sizes, government at all scales and organisations of all kinds. Alone and with partners we create new technologies and innovations to stimulate economic growth and improve quality of life and the environment.
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Wightlink
Wightlink is the leading Solent ferry operator, carrying 4.3 million people a year between the Isle of Wight and ports in Portsmouth and Lymington on up to 140 sailings a day. It won Gold for best UK Ferry Operator at the 2023 British Travel Awards, followed by silver in 2024. Wightlink has invested more than £90million over the last ten years on fleet and port facilities.
Strategic Partner
Womble Bond Dickinson
Womble Bond Dickinson is a full-service law firm, who understands that in our increasingly complex and interconnected world, solving new problems needs new perspectives. Our combined strength of over 1,000 lawyers and technical specialists from 37 offices in the US and UK, with a longstanding history in Southampton, we have the ability to harness this wide-ranging experience to hand-pick teams with the right mix of skills.
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XB44 Ltd
XB44 Ltd specialises in Maritime and Land-Based Security Consultancy, Training, and Investigations, delivering bespoke solutions to address complex security challenges. By integrating expertise and industry across both domains, XB44 ensures comprehensive support for clients operating in maritime, land-based, and hybrid environments. We work both with Governments and Private clients to develop unique customised systems of work. We are adaptable, we tailor solutions to meet need and we exceed expectations.
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Clarke Willmot LLP
Clarke Willmott is a leading national law firm with a strong reputation built on genuine client relationships and our exceptional people. We offer expert advice and support on a broad range of complex legal services to individuals and businesses based in the UK and overseas. We are rooted in our regions, and with seven offices around the country, notably Southampton, you can be confident you’ll have access to the highest calibre maritime, corporate and commercial legal team, without the big city price tag.
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Ridge and Partners LLP
Ridge is a multidiscipline property and construction consultancy with more than 1,300 people in 13 UK locations. We provide expertise and advice on schemes across several sectors to help transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment. Our South Coast office works on projects of diverse types and sizes across the region from our base at Kings Worthy, Winchester. Our award-winning services are available individually or in any combination.
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RS Divers
RS Divers Ltd provides underwater and in-water civil engineering and commercial diving solutions in coastal waters and inland. We work extensively with port and harbour authorities, utility companies, shipping lines, local councils, local universities and businesses with a maritime interest.
With over 20 years of experience in and around the Solent, if we haven’t already done it underwater, we will enjoy working out how to.
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SERCO
Serco have been proudly supporting the Royal Navy with mission-critical maritime engineering and asset management since 1996. Our skilled team operates 96 vessels, providing agile solutions to protect the nation. From port services to cutting-edge technology trials, completing over 220,000 tasks to date. As a key partner, we support the Continuous At Sea Deterrent, training, and surface ship movements, including the Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers
Launchpad Partners
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British Maritime Training & Assessment (BMTA)
British Maritime Training & Assessment (BMTA) are dedicated to providing top-notch training and assessment services in the maritime industry. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team offers affordable marine electrical and engineering courses, internal quality assurance practices, bespoke company courses, as well as a range of Engineering/ETO Cadet services. We take pride in our teaching & research and strive to inspire and educate our students both inside and outside the classroom. Contact us today to learn more.
Launchpad Partner
Carisbrooke Shipping
Carisbrooke Shipping, a privately owned UK shipowner and manager, was founded in 1969 in Cowes, Isle of Wight. We operate 22 general cargo vessels worldwide and are a trusted partner to international clients. Committed to sustainability, we aim to exceed IMO carbon reduction targets while keeping our fleet young and efficient, and are proud to have our efforts recognised by winning 2023 Maritime UK Solent Award in Technology Game Changer category.
As a key partner in the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition, we actively support the development of low-emission technologies by collaborating with local business and academic partners. With three newbuilds underway, we continue to innovate and will introduce further advanced vessel designs by 2026.
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Clemtech
Clemtech is a trusted workforce solutions partner, specialising in providing skilled engineering, technical, and project teams for the Maritime and broader Infrastructure sectors. With over 27 years of expertise and a people-first approach, we connect clients with reliable talent to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and on time. Our expansion into the marine space reflects our commitment to innovation, quality, and supporting the future of sustainable transport.
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Foreship
Foreship is an independent ship design and engineering company providing a broad range of services since 2002. With over 100 employees in 8 offices worldwide, the company specializes in concept design, consultancy, and project management for newbuildings and conversions. Foreship’s team of naval architects, marine engineers, and sustainability specialists has completed over 3,000 projects and leads consultancy in the passenger vessel industry on alternative fuels, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation pathways.
Launchpad Partner
Global Spatial Technology Solutions (GSTS)
GSTS is a global maritime intelligence company that leverages AI and Big Data to optimize operations, enhance decision-making, and manage risks across the maritime and logistics sectors. Its proprietary solution, OCIANA®, is the world’s first AI-powered predictive collaborative berth scheduler, enabling real-time monitoring of emissions, vessel movements, and delays. OCIANA® improves fuel efficiency, reduces anchorage time, and supports sustainable growth. Trusted by global ports and shipping operators, GSTS focuses on safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
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Henshaw Inflatables
Henshaw Inflatables, a UK manufacturer renowned for Hypalon and inflatable tube technology with a 50 year tenure they joined the Wing Group in 2017.
The acquisition combined Henshaw’s craftsmanship and heritage in the marine sector with Wing’s defence-grade polyurethane solutions.
Together, they offer advanced inflatable systems for military, commercial, and leisure markets.
Their shared expertise strengthens innovation, manufacturing capacity, and global reach, positioning the Wing Group as a leader in high-performance inflatable technologies.
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Just Be Maritime Ltd
Just Be Maritime Ltd (“JBM”) is primarily an Officer Cadet management company, providing an extensive range of consultancy services related to the recruitment and management of cadets under training in the maritime industries. We also now provide management services related to those newly qualified UK Junior Officers who are progressing from successful completion of their cadetship to second, Management Level (Unlimited) certification.
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Latitude Recruitment Limited
Latitude Recruitment specialise in the placement of engineering & manufacturing staff in Hampshire to the Defence, Maritime, Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Industrial & General engineering sectors.
Temp to perm, contract and permanent placements are all available from shop floor/manufacturing skill sets right through to engineers and senior managerial placements.
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Marine Cranes
Marine Cranes delivers comprehensive lifting solutions tailored for vessel operators and shipyards. From initial specification and commissioning to ongoing servicing and support, we provide a full-service package designed to meet the demanding needs of the marine industry.
We offer a diverse portfolio of high-performance lifting equipment engineered for marine environments: Vessel Cranes, Offshore Cranes, Superyacht Cranes, Mobile Boat Hoists, Mobile Boat Trolleys & Flat Bed Trolleys, Rail Boom Cranes, Derrick Cranes, Ship Lifting Platforms, & Rail Gantry Cranes.
We partner exclusively with manufacturers who meet our high standards for quality, durability. Every crane we supply is built to withstand the harsh conditions of marine operations, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
We support a range of products, but proudly supply equipment from industry-leading manufacturers, including: TMP Hydraulik & Cimolai Technology
Launchpad Partner
Marine Resources
Marine Resources is a dedicated recruitment partner to the Maritime Technology and Innovation Sector in and around the Solent region and beyond . Offering a number of different service levels to suit all sizes of business and hiring needs, Marine Resources targets both the Maritime Industry as well as other Industries the bring the best technical and engineering people into their clients’ businesses.
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OEMA
OEMA are a specialist marine test house and marine chemical supplier. We support ship owners with annual compliance testing to support them and keep vessels compliant for class. We are a leading Lloyds and DNV approved Ballast water test centre and test house for all your onboard water testing. We supply marine chemicals worldwide to support vessels and compliments our lab test house in the marine industry.
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Robosys Automation Ltd
Robosys Automation is a global leader in maritime autonomy and smart shipping applications. The company is headquartered in the UK’s Solent region, with offices in the USA, India, and Canada.
Robosys’ VOYAGER AI software enables any motorised vessel to be remote controlled, semi-autonomous or fully autonomous.
Robosys’ mission is to help make the seas cleaner, smarter, and safer, and is dedicated to its solutions enhancing maritime operations and associated training.
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Vattenfall
Vattenfall IDNO is an Ofgem regulated Independent Distribution Network Operator. We provide electrical grid connections for commercial projects and pay business owners or developers an Asset Adoption Value (AAV) to help reduce the total capital cost of designing and building new power networks. This is a discount that a regular DNO cannot offer you. We can also connect embedded generation to the grid, such as solar, wind, hydro and battery storage.
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Watermark Group Ltd
Watermark is dedicated to providing innovative solutions within the maritime industry, specialising in Cadet Management, Crewing and delivering operational excellence. We are expanding our horizons to offer comprehensive technical management services in the Cruise arena. Our mission is to support clients with tailored, value-driven strategies while aspiring to set new standards of quality and sustainability in the maritime sector.
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Williams Shipping
Williams Shipping are a marine & logistics company founded in 1894 offering a broad range of marine and logistics services, including vessel charter, port services, transport & logistics, marine lubricants distribution, and container hire & sales.
Ongoing daily support for shipping lines, oil terminals, freight forwarders, ships agents and civil engineers underpins the quality and reliability of the service provided by our team of experts. From strategically located bases in Southampton, Milford Haven and Aberdeen.
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SeaBot Maritime
SeaBot Maritime is an industry leader in training, consultancy, and workforce development for uncrewed and smart maritime systems. The team specialises in competency-based learning, regulatory compliance, and advanced simulation to support safe, effective human integration into autonomous and AI-enabled operations. From Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) development to mission rehearsal and human-system integration, SeaBot Maritime equips teams for the demands of next-generation maritime operations.
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New Forest District Council
New Forest District Council is one of the UK’s largest local authorities, serving over 175,000 residents in Hampshire’s beautiful New Forest. We deliver key services including housing, planning, waste, and environmental conservation. Our values—learning, empathy, ambition, and fairness—guide our work. Located near Southampton and Bournemouth, we’re well-placed to support regional growth and development. Learn more at newforest.gov.uk.