DESIGN & OPERATION OF PASSENGER SHIPS

25 - 26 April 2007 - ExCeL, London, UK

Overview

The Design of Passenger Ships is an area that contiues to gain international attention. The changing mix of vessels and capabilities in the world fleet has created a range of new challenges for the Naval Architect. Recent developmnets in International Regulations, such as IMO revised stability standards and the results of the 'Large' Passenger Ship debate at IMO will also have a significant effect on future design.

Recent and proposed vessels in the cruise ship market are setting new records for gross tonnage and passenger capacity. The ferry market is undergoing a change in the face of competition from low cost airlines and the new designs of ferry must be suited to the new economic environment in which they operate.

This conference will bring together Naval Architects, Shipbuilders, Owners, Operators and Regulators to discuss the various issues related to the Design, Construction and Operation of Passenger Ships.

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Content

Papers will be presented in the following related topics:

Development in National and International regulations.
New designs / concepts - continued increase in size and capacity.
Changing markets.
Ship Stability / Survivability.
Propulsion systems and power distribution.
Ship safety - evacuation, emergency management & lifesaving.
Fire safety - fire fighting systems.
Ship security - ISPS, terrorism threat.
Environmental health; disease prevention
Environmental considerations - cold ironing, reducing air emissions, waste management.
Other technological developments - bridge systems, HMI designs.
Ship / Shore interface.

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Programme & Registration

Download the Programme & Registration Form (pdf file, approx 300 kB) and return to the Events Department at the address given on the form.

* Updated Conference Programme

Call Susie Latter, Conference Organiser, on +44 (0)20 7201 2401, for further information.

For further Registration / Accommodation information please refer to the Delegate Information page.

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Venue Information

The venue for this conference will be ExCeL, London, UK [More Information]

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Cruise and Ferry Exhibition

The RINA conference is run in conjunction with the Cruise and Ferry exhibition and conference at ExCeL, London. Visitor registration for the exhibition is free of charge. For further information about Cruise + Ferry, visit their website at www.cruiseferryex.com