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| 6-8 October 2015, Sydney, AustraliaCall for Papers Held every two years, the Pacific International Maritime Exposition will continue to host two headline events, the RAN Sea Power Conference and the International Maritime Conference (IMC), as well as an extensive portfolio of specialist maritime business and technical seminars and symposia. 2 High Performance Sailing Yachts 28-29 October 2015, Southampton, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 17 August 2015 The conference will provide a forum for the presentation and discussion of the latest scientific and technologic research and its application in the complex field of high performance yachts and competitive sailing. 3 ICSOT Indonesia 4-5 November 2015 Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 31 July 2015 The fourth Conference will be held at ITS Surabaya covering the theme of “Development in Ships Design and Construction”. This Conference will be very special because it coincides with the 10 years anniversary of RINA Indonesia. 4 ICSOT India 10-11 December 2015 Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 31 July 2015 The theme of the fourth ICSOT India will be on "Coastal and Inland Shipping". It will aim to present and discuss the latest developments in the ship design and construction process which will provide the improvements in productivity and cost-competitiveness of coastal and inland shipping. 5 Smart Ships Technology 26-27 January 2016, London, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 7 September 2015 Vessels are becoming ever more complex, fitted with an increasing range of sensors and monitoring equipment. While this is massively increasing the amount of data available, can all this be turned into a truly integrated real time monitoring and control system? 6 Marine Project Management 24-25 February 2016, London, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 26 October 2015 Marine vessels and structures are generally large, technically complex, costly and traditionally low production volume items. This conference aims to highlight the key elements in successful maritime project management, and to identify best practice and share experience that will help to deliver a benefit to the industry. 7 Wind Farm Support Vessels 30-31 March 2016, London, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 23 November 2015 Offshore wind farm support vessels have been one of the most dynamic maritime construction and operational sectors over the last 10 years. RINA returns to the subject to investigate the impact of new standards, new regulations, and new developments made within the industry. 8 Innovations in Small Craft Technologies 13-14 April 2016, London, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 6 December 2015 Few sectors of the maritime industry have seen greater innovation in design than the small craft sector. Both commercial and recreational small craft have benefited from the inspirational ideas of designers and engineers. 9 Design & Operation of Ferries & Ro-Pax Vessels 25-26 May 2016, London, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 1 February 2016 Few sectors of the maritime industry have seen greater innovation in design than the small craft sector. Both commercial and recreational small craft have benefited from the inspirational ideas of designers and engineers. 10 Human Factors 28-29 September 2016, London, UK Call for Papers - Abstract Deadline 3 April 2016 The work of naval architects and marine engineers directly influence the operability and safety of the vessel and the seafarer. An improved understanding of ergonomics by engineers can ‘design out’ hazards and prevent incidents, both to the individual and the vessel. | |
Top 10 richest Malaysians in 2014: Malaysia now boasts a total of eighteen billionaires, up from fourteen a year ago! Let's now take a look at the ten of the richest locals in 2014. As many Malaysians are well aware of, our country is going through a period of lows; our currency, the Ringgit, is weakening, we are experiencing a slowing economy and a lackluster stock market. All these come together to affect those who are earning a regular salary. But all of it is probably nothing more than an extra shrug from the guys on this list – if at all. In fact, some of those on the Forbes’ Malaysia’s Richest Tycoon list (ie the richest Malaysians, as of March 2014) have seen their fortunes increase as well, due to shrewd business decisions (amongst other things) despite economic conditions. Malaysia now boasts a total of eighteen billionaires, up from fourteen a year ago! Let’s now take a look at the ten of the richest locals in 2014. Source: Forbes’ Malaysia’s 50 Richest List Number 10: ...
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