Brought to you by The Naval Architect, our suite of specialist newsletters keeps you up to date with the latest developments in the maritime industry.
Catriona Savage FREng, RINA President 2025
Neurodiversity, opportunity and inclusion in shipbuilding
David Foote, Maritime Diversity Award winner, shares how neurodiversity strengthens innovation, safety and long-term talent in shipbuilding, while calling for more inclusive recruitment and support. Nominations for this year’s Maritime Diversity Award are open, with the deadline extended to 24 April 2026
Sponsored: Engineering the next decade of maritime innovation
Explore the emergent engineering challenges shaping vessel architectures, from integrated electric propulsion and advanced control systems to autonomy‑enabling sensor suites and evolving regulatory frameworks. Register now for Advanced Maritime Technology Expo & Conference, 16–18 June 2026 in Amsterdam.
Wind Propulsion 2026 overview: Momentum meets method
“It’s the only propulsion solution that actually pays for itself.”
The statement made by Gavin Allwright, Secretary general of the International Windship Association (IWSA), during his keynote speech at the Wind Propulsion 2026 Conference captured the commercial logic increasingly underpinning wind-assisted propulsion (WAPS).
New Membership pathway for maritime professionals
RINA is delighted to introduce two new tiers for those with expertise outside of our core of naval architecture and maritime engineering. The new tiers recognise the indisputable value of associated disciplines to maritime innovation and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Sir William White, RINA President 1899-1900
24th Jun 2026 - 25th Jun 2026
14th Sep 2026 - 16th Sep 2026
30th Sep 2026 - 1st Oct 2026
