About US
Northern Ireland Joint Branch of the The Royal Institution of Naval Architects and The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology. The Northern Ireland Joint Branch hosts insightful lectures, social events and many other networking opportunities for members to meet like-minded professionals in the region and share their unique experiences. Through productive collaboration, the Branch aims to raise awareness about the importance of the marine sector within the local area.
Committee Members:
Ken Walsh, IMarEST
Keith Patterson, IMarEST
Ian Duncan, IMarEST
Sam Price, RINA
Mr Graham C Knowles
Chairman
Ivan Boyd
Honorary Secretary
Mr H A Skeats
Assistant Secretary & Treasurer
Aircat on the attack
Singapore-based shipbuilder Strategic Marine has signed a memorandum of understanding with US-based Eureka Naval Craft to collaborate on the construction of the first Aircat Bengal MC Modular Attack Surface Craft.
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We are always looking for Members to contribute, whether through supporting the management of the Branch, volunteering at events, or with speaking, training, webinars, STEM activitites for local schools universities, and even mentoring our younger members. Any and all ideas for the Branch events programme and more are very welcome and we look forward to seeing you at our Branch Meetings soon.
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Welcome to the Branch Forum – a place to connect with fellow members, exchange ideas, ask questions, and share experiences.
We encourage open, constructive, and respectful discussion. Members are expected to engage professionally and positively at all times, in accordance with the RINA Code of Conduct. Different viewpoints are welcome; respectful debate helps us all learn and grow.
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