1 - 3 September 2009, Shanghai, China
Organised by
The Royal Institution of Naval Architects and Shanghai Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
Sponsored by
 
Overview
ICCAS 2009 will be the 14th International Conference on Computer Applications in Shipbuilding.
The conference will review operational experience from existing computer applications in the design and build of ships and offshore structures. It will also examine the advances in information technology which have contributed to increased productivity in both shipbuilding and maritime operations; including increasing co-operative working between shipyards, marine equipment and system manufacturers, engineering partners and shipping companies.
Content
The conference will cover the full range of topics related to computer applications, including separate programs, integrated systems, knowledge management, simulation and virtual reality applications, for:
o Early design, including concept design, tendering, initial design, general arrangement, cost and work estimation, hull form, hydrodynamic analysis and basic structural design, risk based design
o Detailed and production design, including structure, machinery, hull and outfitting design
o Parts manufacturing and assembly, including prefabrication, shop automation, robotics, assembly and accuracy control
o Material management, including material control, supply chain management, logistics and e-solutions
o Management of shipbuilding projects, including planning, work-flow analysis, PDM and ERP applications
o Commissioning, inspection and maintenance, including life-cycle maintenance, life-cycle cost management, environmental cost management, parts and systems reliability, inspection standards and risk management
o Skills management, knowledge transfer and other human resource issues
o Innovation, innovation management and innovation impact assessment, including new materials and eco design
Papers are invited on the topics to be covered by the conference. Such papers should focus on advances made in information and communication technology with respect to methods, tools, standards and organisational adaptations in the different application sectors of the shipbuilding industry. Where appropriate, papers should also describe the potential impact of the innovation described to productivity improvements.
The deadline for submission of the final paper is expected to be 20/07/2009
Programme and Registration
The conference hopes to present over 80 papers, organised into three themed streams (A, B & C) each day. To download the latest full programme for ICCAS 2009 please click here (updated 17th August)
Click here to download the ICCAS 2009 brochure to register or click here to REGISTER ONLINE
Alternatively please contact the conference department on Tel : ++44 (0) 20 7235 4622 Fax: ++44 (0) 20 7259 5912 Email:
Click here to go to the ICCAS 2009 page for further information about ICCAS and previous years conferences
Sponsors and Exhibitors
ICCAS 2009 will attract a large international audience. RINA can offer a number of cost effective promotional opportunities including various sponsorship packages, exhibition space and literature distribution.
If you would like to find out more about the promotional opportunities available please contact the conference department () or click here to visit our Sponsorship and Exhibition information page.
Venue, Accommodation and Flight Information
The conference will be held at JinJiang Hotel in Shanghai . The full address is: 
Jin Jiang Grand Hall
59 Mao Ming Road (S)
Shanghai
China
200020
Tel: 86 21 32189888
The venue name and address in Chinese is as follows:
酒店 z 锦江饭店
地句 b 中国，上海〈 邮编 : 200020) ，茂名南路 59 号
会 场 z 锦江小礼堂
Please click here to download a list of hotels in the local area - ICCAS Accomodation. Accommodation should be booked directly with the hotels
RINA and SSNAME have negotiated discounted rates for ICCAS delegates at the JinJiang hotel where the conference is being held. The rate per night is 850 RMB which includes breakfast.
To take advantage of these rates please mention that you will be attending ICCAS when booking.
Please note that these rates are subject to availability and are only guaranteed up until August 10th. Bookings made after this date may be charged at the non discounted rate. Please contact the hotel via fax or email to book your accommodation using the details below:
Contact manager : Lucy Yan Email: or Fax: 0086 21 6253 0929
The Conference will be held in the Grand Hall of Jin Jiang Hotel and lunch will be in the Cathy Gardens Building.
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| Grand Hall Building Jin Jiang Hotel |
Lobby of Grand Hall |
Cathy Gardens |
RINA has also negotiated a reduced air fare rate with Virgin Atlantic for delegates attending the ICCAS conference travelling from London Heathrow. Please click here to visit the Virgin Atlantic website for more information
Visas for China
Most nationalities will need to apply for a visa in order to gain entry into China. For most nationalities, you will need a letter of invitation from a Chinese company before you apply for your visa. Our Chinese co-organiser, SSNAME will be issuing letters of invitation once payment for the conference has been received.
Please click here to download the Visa information requirement form. SSNAME will be processing these on the 15th July and so will send your invitation letter out shortly after via fax.
Please check with the Chinese embassy in your Country that they accept faxed copies of the invitation letter. If they do not accept faxed copies please let us know and we will send this out via post
Please note that the application process and rules for your Visa will vary and so you will need to check with the Chinese embassy in your Country for further information.
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| The Bund at night |
Shanghai Skyline |
Shanghai Night Skyline |
AVEVA Marine Users' Meeting (AMUM) 
30 August - 1st September 2009, Le Royal Méridien Hotel, Shanghai, China REGISTER NOW
The AVEVA Marine Users' Meeting (AMUM) 2009 is a forum at which delegates have the opportunity to listen to presentations from the AVEVA Product Development and Support teams, as well as to industry expertise from global shipyards, and ship-design companies. This year's track will also include offshore, special ships and navy, and also tracks on shipbuilding PLM.
Attendance at AMUM is by invitation. If you would like to attend please register at www.marineusersmeeting.com
Registration for this meeting will be free for the first 200 delegates (conditions apply). Please click here to download this invitation.
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