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Take 10 seconds to nominate a colleague, mentee or friend for our Forbes-style list. Must be under the age of 40 in 2026. Open to all maritime professions associated with naval architecture. See eligibility criteria. [hyperlinked].  

 

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Renowned for the technical excellence of our events, publications and learning, we offer career pathways for naval architects and 16 associated professions [hyperlink to 16 professions].

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We cover everything from super yachts and green propulsion to warship resilience. Network 1-2-1 with top talent at our events or influence the maritime industry by joining one of our comittees.  

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The underwater arms race

The global undersea arms race is transforming not just navies but the engineering profession behind them. Workforce, digital capability and nuclear stewardship are now as strategically important as the platforms themselves.

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Polar planning

As the climate warms, there’s growing interest in transiting once unnavigable seas. Amy McLellan explores ways to support increased shipping in ice-affected waters.

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On the rocks in Canada

More than a year after the containership Baltic III grounded on the remote Newfoundland coast during a severe storm, a wreck removal plan is finally in place, but the complex and challenging operation still has years to run, and important questions remain.

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My focus as President

Welcome to the latest issue of The Naval Architect. I am honoured to have been elected President of RINA, and I would like to thank members for the confidence and trust you have placed in me. 

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MIT lab improves human and AUV interactions

Researchers address capability gaps in underwater navigation and perception.

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We are on the right path

Catriona Savage on the pace of change in her time as RINA president.

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Success on a plate

Team Nagapasa’s flat-bottomed catamaran ferry won the WFSA’s Maritime Student Design Competition, meeting the constraints of a shallow, hazard-prone river route with a design built for affordability and local construction.

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Baltic first for carbon capture and storage

Aker wins contract for CO2 terminal in Lithuania; and First battery-methanol-powered tug set to sail.

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We'd better be ready for AI

Evangelos Boulougouris on using artificial intelligence in ship design.

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LNG for cruise: the design implications

A report from Lloyd’s Register, Fuel for Thought: LNG for Cruise, says liquefied natural gas is established as the dominant alternative fuel in the sector by a considerable margin, evidenced by the fact that 30 LNG-fuelled cruiseships of 20,000GT and above are in service and a further 29 are on order. What does that mean for naval architects?

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From flagship international conferences to specialist technical seminars, RINA events bring together experts, innovators, and professionals to share knowledge and shape the future of naval architecture.

 

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Luke test event

12th Aug 2026 - 15th Aug 2026

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STEP 1: Understand the grades

To apply for Professional Registration, you first need to understand the requirements set by the Engineering Council for the grade you are applying for.  

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Awards 2026


Nominate a colleague, a mentee or a friend for one of our prestiguous Naval Architecture Awards. Chosen by our Committees, the winners will be announced at our Annual Dinner attended by more than 300 maritime professionals, industry leaders and academics. Taking place on 28th May, this will be an evening of celebration at the historic De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. 

Nominations deadline: on 31st December. Award categories include Innovation, Safety and Diversity.

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