The North West Branch of The Royal Institution of Naval Architects, for members in Chester, Crewe, Liverpool, Llandudno, Manchester, Preston, Warrington and Wigan. We run a number of technical presentations throughout the year which are open to members and non members, and are also eligible for CPD certificates.
Vice-Chairman - Jonathan Happs CEng MEng AMRINACEng
Honorary Secretary - Gabriela Grasu CEng MRINA
Treasurer - Matthew Slater CEng MEng AMRINA

The maritime industry is playing catch-up on cybersecurity as the stereotypical perception of it as solely an IT issue has allowed hostile actors to gain the upper hand, says Dinos A. K. in The Naval Architect. Dinos' recent article tackles this misconception and what is being done to change things.
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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