Who is associate membership for?
RINA membership is not just for Naval Architects and Maritime Engineers. Associate membership is open to anyone with an interest in the maritime industry.
Do you work in naval architecture or maritime engineering in a non-technical capacity? Do you work in a related industry? Do you want the opportunity to collaborate and innovate with Naval Architects and Maritime Engineers?
Associate membership is for those who are involved or interested in the design, construction and maintenance of marine vessels and structures in a non-technical capacity. Individuals with a passion for maritime design or engineering who are working in a non-technical role are also invited to apply.
FaMRINA
Fellow Associate
Professionals with significant senior experience that have achieved the highest standards in their field.
Eligibility: Sector leaders, those with senior responsibility.
Price: £101-295
Benefits: Awards and honours, industry influence via Boards and Committees, speaker opportunities, publishing opportunities, unlimited Publications access, member-exclusive Events, member-exclusive Learning, mentoring.
SAMRINA
Senior Associate
For those who have a higher level of experience.
Eligibility: AMRINA members with extensive industry knowledge.
Price: £82 - £234
Benefits: Discounted event tickets, unlimited Publications access, member-exclusive Events, member-exclusive Learning, and mentoring.
AMRINA
Associate Member
Open to anyone with an interest in maritime. Great if you're at the beginning of your career.
Eligibility: Anyone can join.
Prices: £58 - £228
Benefits: Graduate workshops, discounted Event tickets, unlimited Publications access, member-exclusive events, member-exclusive Learning, mentoring.
Professional registration
You can apply for your Professional Registration with the Engineering Council while applying for RINA Membership. RINA is a Nominated and Licensed Body of the Engineering Council.
Eligibility: MRINA, FRINA, HONFRINA - dependent on your academic & professional development, you can apply for CEng, IEng, EngTech.
Price: From £37.50 - £63.50 depending on grade.
Benefits: Give employers confidence & trust in your skills with professional registration titles CEng, IEng, EngTech.
Membership Application Support
Unsure which membership grade is right for you or have questions about the application process? If you need guidance, please contact membership@rina.org.uk. Our Membership Team will be happy to advise and help you secure the grade and benefits that best match your experience.
2026 Membership Committee Dates:
- Thursday 5 February 2026 – submission deadline: 15 January 2026
- Thursday 19 March 2026 – submission deadline: 26 February 2026
- Thursday 4 June 2026 – submission deadline: 14 May 2026
- Thursday 3 September 2026 – submission deadline: 13 August 2026
- Thursday 15 November 2026 – submission deadline: 5 October 2026
Submitting your application after a committee deadline means it will be reviewed at the next scheduled Membership Committee meeting.
