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Tech Talk '24 & Networking Cruise Tickets on Sale

The British Superyacht Annual 'Tech Talk' event followed by a Networking Cruise around Poole Harbour is just around the corner and the tickets are selling fast!


A fantastic opportunity to listen, learn, network and collaborate with industry experts and colleagues in the Port of Poole and onboard MV Solent Scene. There will even be more time to enjoy historic Poole Quay on your return!


Just some of the topics include:


Lithium-ion Battery Incidents – Risk and Response

A brief overview of MGN 550/681 and the latest view on the risk, prevention and emergency response to incidents on board large yachts including crew and guest safety, new firefighting media and training techniques and technology and post incident investigation. Also ‘The London Clause’, a new addendum issued by insurers in response to the increase in related incidents, what does it mean?


‘One Simple Question’ in Superyacht Aviation

The omission of this ‘one simple question’ by designers, naval architects, brokers and shipyards sometimes creates great disappointment and huge financial impact for owners seeking to operate helicopters on their superyachts.


Time for Change in Training - Lets get real!

Hear, see and experience the most advanced maritime fire training equipment available in the superyacht industry. Dressing up in PPE and running dry hoses out is not conducive to realistic training! Doies it put crew members at increased risk? The latest advances in training technology could spell an end to poor training.



Discovery Yacht Program - Not what you think!

The DISCOVERY Yacht Program is comprised of Scientist-Led Expeditions, Citizen Science, Educational Outreach and Community Engagement, fostering collaborations with organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies. SeaKeepers partners with yacht owners, orchestrating research and outreach tailored to their unique ocean interests.


Are All-Electric Vessels the Future? - Whats different now?

An overview of the research and development and production of this type of vessel and its place in the superyacht industry.


Cyber Security in Maritime - The biggest threat ever?

An overview of threats and developments in the maritime industry from the people in the only maritime cyber facility of its type in the country.


Technical and Regulatory updates and amendments - Keep up to speed!

Review of the latest updates and amendments that are important to know and understand


Whats makes a marina 'Superyacht Ready'?

Poole Quay Boat Haven was the first marina in British waters to be formerly accredited 'Superyacht Ready' attracting a record number of visiting superyachts. What makes a marina 'superyacht ready'.


Implementing Sustainable Strategies that make a Difference

We know the plan, we know the objectives, but how does your business implement them


with more topics to follow


Current Speakers/Panellists include:

Lars Lippuner - Drirector of Customer Service UK, MCA

Ajit Jacob - Chief Examiner - MCA

Capt Brian Murphy - Chief Executive, Poole Harbour Commissioners

Jo Assael - International Registries | British Superyacht Ambassador, Technical & Regulatory Affairs

Dr Peter Mansi - Fire Investigator

Emma Carpenter - Global Yacht Leader, AON

Ted O’Brien - FLAIM

Gill Rodrigues - International Seakeepers Society | British Superyacht Ambassador, Sustainability

Jonathan Turner - Maritime Aviation

Kerrie Gray Superyacht Marina Manager, Poole Quay Boat Haven | THYA Council

Richard Selby - CEO, British Superyacht | Specialist Consultant, Maritime Aviation

David Kendall - Optima Yachts

Chloe Rowland - Maritime Cyber Projects and Key Partner Relationships Manager at University of Plymouth

Claire Ferandier Sicard - CISL - Business Sustainability Management | Sustainability Expert Yachting Industry


with more to come!


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Get your 'Early Bird Tickets' here, once they are gone they are gone!





British Superyacht reserve the right to change the programme content, panellists and speakers without notice.

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