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Marine Technology Reporter attends many exhibitions and conferences throughout the year. Listed here are many of the industry’s top events in the coming months. If you would like to add your event to this list, or inform us of an event not listed, simply click the “Submit Now” button to the left.

September 22-26, 2008,   ICES 2008 Annual Science Conference, This year’s ASC will have 18 science theme sessions on topics which include comparative ecosystem studies, ecosystem health, climate and ocean change and signals from the ecosystem at different levels, modelling and new technologies, conservation issues and new concepts of valuing nature and ecosystem structure. The ASC will also address some of the most challenging issues of today’s science needed for a better management of our seas tomorrow. http://www.ices.dk/iceswork/asc/2008/index.asp

September 30 - October 3, 2008,   OceanTech Expo (OTE) 2008, The annual OceanTech Expo is a unique, industry-led exposition that will feature new equipment, training and live demonstration of the most current technology available to the growing ocean technology and marine science industry in North America. OceanTech will bring exhibitors and attendees together in an interactive, “hands-on” environment to share and learn about the most current technology available. OceanTech Expo provides participating ocean technology and marine science companies an international event to connect with and educate key decision makers, increase brand awareness and build meaningful relationships with professionals from this growing industry. This format will also allow attendees from state and federal government agencies, academic institutions, oil & gas companies and offshore service contractors a venue to identify, learn about and acquire the latest technology and equipment available to them - all in one location! http://www.oceantechexpo.com

October 13-17, 2008,   Sea Tech Week 2008, Every two year, the Sea Tech Week brings together marine scientists, industrialists and world specialists in Brest, France. The themes for these sixth event are – renewable marine energy, maritime safety, operational oceanography, maritime law, governance and economics, marine surveillance and marine technology and biotechnology. http://www.seatechweek-brest.org

October 27-31, 2008,   VideoRay International Partner Symposium 2008, The VideoRay International Partner Symposium (VIPS) is the world's largest Micro-ROV conference. At the 8th annual VIPS this year in Galveston, Texas, VideoRay users, dealers, prospects, and vendors will come together to share new mission stories, techniques, and cutting edge technology in a very relaxed and hands on environment.

November 4-6, 2008,   UDT Pacific 2008, UDT Pacific 2008 will create a unique opportunity for undersea defence and dual use technology manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, distributors, consultants and research organisations to meet their hottest prospects. And, with Asia Pacific’s industry actively seeking upgrades to technology, exhibitorsof the latest hardware and software solutions are guaranteed a busy schedule. Alongside an eclectic mix of defence and dual use exhibitors, UDT Pacific 2008 will play host to the industry’s most comprehensive international conference for underwater technology leaders, making it the essential fixture for all suppliers. If your targets include meeting new prospects, and existing customers, making influential contacts, or reinforcing your company profile, UDT Pacific 2008 will deliver the platform…a venue full of your hottest targets. http://www.udt-pacific.com

November 12-14, 2008,   MAST (MAritime Systems & Technology) 2008, The third annual global conference and trade-show for senior-level government, r&d, and acadamia, and industry leaders in maritime* security and defence. *above and below the surface environments http://www.mastconfex.com

December 14-16, 2008,   India 08- International Conference on Boating and Yachting, BOAT INDIA ‘08 is a two-day international conference on Leisure Boating and Yachting to be held at Hotel Taj Residency Cochin from 15 to 16 December 2008. The event organized by Marine BizTV – the Global Maritime Television Channel and managed by BizTV events is in the inaugural year to establish itself as the benchmark and stimulus for the International Leisure Boating and Yachting Industry and will steal the worldwide maritime attention. BOAT INDIA Awards 2008 is the first International Boating Awards of the sub continent. The awards are bestowed for the outstanding boating and yachting personalities for their excellent contribution to the boating and yachting industry. The inaugural award ceremony will be held at Le Meridien, Cochin on 14 December 2008 http://www.marinebiztv.com/boatindia

March 31 - April 2, 2009,   Ocean Business 2009, Ocean Business has a winning formula of combining the traditional exhibition with training and demonstration workshops, allowing manufacturers and systems suppliers to meet face-to-face with their users to demonstrate the latest technological advances in equipment, explore opportunities and collaborate on future developments. Next event 31st March to 2nd April 2009. http://www.oceanbusiness.com/

May 12-14, 2009,   Interspill 2009 Conference & exhibition, The 5th edition of Interspill conference and exhibition for spill prevention preparedness, response and restoration will bring together the oil industry, the spill industry, governments and international agencies. Incorporating the 4th IMO R&D forum. http://www.interspill.com

October 3, 2009,   Climate Change: Global Risks, Challenges & Decisions, An international scientific conference organised by IARU as part of the official preparation for the UN Climate Change Summit (COP 15) to be held in Copenhagen in 2009. A written synthesis of the conference results will be a part of the material for the COP-15 participants.