At the Royal Institution of Naval Architects, our Events bring together experts from across the global maritime community to exchange ideas, showcase innovation, and advance the art and science of naval architecture. Learn, share and collaborate through a programme driven by Innovation, Technical Excellence and Heritage.
Annual Dinner
What is this event?
The Royal Institution of Naval Architects’ flagship networking event celebrating excellence in naval architecture and maritime innovation. The evening brings together industry leaders, Members, Sponsors and Partners for an evening of recognition, conversation and collaboration.
How often?
Annually, held each spring in London.
For who?
Open to RINA Members, Corporate Partners, Sponsors, and guests from across the global maritime community.
President's Invitation Lecture
What is this event?
The President’s Invitation Lecture is one of RINA’s most prestigious annual events, featuring a keynote presentation by a leading voice in naval architecture or maritime engineering. The lecture highlights emerging themes, innovations, and challenges shaping the global maritime industry, followed by networking among Members and guests.
How often?
Annually usually, hosted in the UK.
For who?
Open to RINA Members, industry professionals, academics, and guests interested in the latest thinking and developments across the maritime sector.
Warship
What is this event?
RINA’s Warship Conference is one of the Institution’s longest-running and most respected technical events, dedicated to the design, construction, and operation of naval vessels. The conference brings together experts from navies, shipyards, research organisations, and industry to share insight into the latest developments in warship technology, autonomy, survivability, and sustainability.
How often?
Annually, rotating between key naval and maritime hubs around the world.
For who?
Designed for Naval Architects, Defence Professionals, Shipbuilders, Engineers, and Researchers involved in surface and subsurface vessel design and innovation.
wind propulsion
What is this event?
A leading technical conference exploring the latest developments in wind-assisted and wind-powered propulsion for commercial vessels. The Event brings together Designers, Shipowners, Researchers and technology providers to share practical experience and advance sustainable solutions for the maritime sector.
How often?
Biennially, taking place at international venues across the global maritime network.
For who?
Open to Naval Architects, Ship Operators, renewable technology Specialists, Researchers, and industry stakeholders focused on decarbonisation and efficiency in ship design and operation.
Autonomous Ships
What is this event?
The Autonomous Ships Conference examines the latest developments in ship autonomy, smart systems, and digital integration. It provides a platform for Researchers, Resigners, Operators, and Regulators to discuss technical, operational, and safety considerations as the maritime industry moves toward increasingly autonomous and remotely operated vessels.
How often?
Biennially, hosted in collaboration with leading maritime technology hubs around the world.
For who?
Designed for Naval Architects, Engineers, Technology Developers, classification societies, and policy specialists involved in autonomous and intelligent ship design.
ICCAS - International Conference on Computer Applications in Shipbuilding
What is this event?
ICCAS brings together Professionals from shipyards, design offices, research institutes, and Software Developers to discuss advances in digital tools and computer-based applications across the ship design and construction process. The conference highlights innovation in areas such as CAD/CAM, simulation, data management, artificial intelligence, and digital twins in shipbuilding.
How often?
Biennially, hosted in collaboration with international maritime organisations.
For who?
Intended for Naval Architects, Engineers, Software Specialists, and researchers involved in digitalisation, automation, and IT solutions for ship design, production, and lifecycle management.
Human Factors
What is this event?
The Human Factors Conference focuses on the critical role of people in ship design, operation, and safety. It explores how human-centred design, ergonomics, training, and automation influence performance and decision-making at sea. The event provides a multidisciplinary platform for engineers, operators, regulators, and researchers to share experience and best practice.
How often?
Biennially, hosted in collaboration with industry and academic partners in leading maritime centres around the world.
For who?
Aimed at Naval Architects, Maritime Engineers, Ship Operators, classification societies, and Human factors specialists seeking to improve safety, efficiency, and crew wellbeing through design.
Managing CII and Associated Challenges
What is this event?
This technical conference examines the practical and operational implications of the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) regulations. It brings together shipowners, designers, operators, and technical specialists to discuss strategies for compliance, efficiency optimisation, and long-term sustainability within the evolving regulatory landscape.
How often?
Organised periodically in response to new regulatory developments and industry priorities.
For who?
Designed for Shipowners, Naval Architects, Marine Engineers, Regulators, and sustainability professionals involved in vessel performance, energy efficiency, and environmental compliance.
Historic Ships
What is this event?
The Historic Ships Conference celebrates the preservation, restoration, and operation of historic and traditional vessels. It provides a forum for Shipowners, Conservators, Engineers, and Historians to share technical knowledge and practical experience that help safeguard maritime heritage for future generations.
How often?
Organised every few years, hosted in partnership with maritime museums, heritage organisations, and restoration projects around the world.
For who?
Open to ship Conservators, Naval Architects, Museum Professionals, Historians, and enthusiasts involved in the maintenance, repair, and interpretation of historic vessels.
“RINA Warship is the premier naval engineering conference providing technical insights into some of the most exciting Defence projects in the world. It is a fantastic opportunity to learn from and collaborate with others, as well as share key points on what RINA can offer its members. I have been fortunate enough to attend this event several times at various points in my career and thoroughly enjoyed it on every occasion.”
Chris Baker MSc IEng MRINA ARCNC Senior Naval Architect at DE&S RINA Developing Careers Committee Vice Chair
Conference Proceedings
Each RINA conference contributes to the Institution’s technical record through its Conference Proceedings, published as part of RINA’s global knowledge base. These papers capture the latest research and innovation in naval architecture and maritime engineering, and are available exclusively to RINA members through our online library.
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