Marine Technology Conference 2027

​The South-West of England and Wales faces some of the largest tides and biggest waves in the UK, alongside increasing pressures on coastal land and infrastructure.

​This one-day event will bring together professionals from across the coastal and marine engineering sector to explore some of the key challenges facing the region, while showcasing research, innovation and potential solutions currently in development.

​Hosted at ARC marine’s new Beacon Quay headquarters in Torquay, the event will also include the official opening of ARC’s new hydraulic laboratory and re-purposed wave flume, with attendees able to see the new research and testing facilities in action.

​Agenda Highlights

​The day will feature presentations and discussions covering marine renewables, coastal resilience, flood risk, wave overtopping and the latest developments in hydraulic research.

​Marine Renewables, Developments and Barriers
Professor Deborah Greaves – University of Oxford

​Improving Coastal Resilience
Hamish Hall – Moffat & Nichol

​Results of Recent Wave Overtopping Research
Dr Furkan Demir

​Coastal Flood Risk in the South-West
Speaker TBC – Haskoning

​Hydraulics Research Initiative at ARC Labs
Professor William Allsop – University of Edinburgh & ARC marine

​Conference Exhibition

​Throughout the day, attendees will also have the opportunity to visit a selection of conference stands from organisations working across the coastal, marine and engineering sectors.

​The exhibition area will provide an opportunity to discover new technologies, products, research and services, as well as meet and connect with organisations working within the industry.