UK Marine Technology Postgraduate Conference (MTPC) 2025 (8th)

The 8th MTPC will be held at University of Liverpool on 17-18 June 2025.

Postgraduate Research is a key powerhouse delivering research in universities. The aim of the MTPC is to bring together postgraduate students and early career researchers in marine technology to share and discuss their current research in a casual environment. It also provides up-to-the-moment insight for industry attendees into current live research themes, demonstrates facilities and other research capabilities at universities, and reveals wider research networks, exemplifying industry and research sponsorship relationships.

The conference is open to all interested undergraduates, postgraduates, academics and industrials. It will be an opportunity to learn about the research currently being undertaken by postgraduates in marine technology, and direct access to potential future employees. In addition, it provides networking and collaboration opportunities to initiate and develop timely research.

Who should attend

The following groups will benefit from attending the conference:

  • Postgraduate students conducting research in marine and maritime fields, seeking to deepen their knowledge and network with experts
  • Researchers and academics interested in the latest advancement and trends in marine technology and maritime studies.
  • Industry professionals eager to explore cutting-edge research and innovation solutions in marine technology, and to connect with leading researchers
  • Government and regulatory bodies looking to understand how the latest research developments and inform and shape future regulations and policies.

Registration

Free registration for all attendees

Note: A limited number of bursaries are available to support student presenters from MarRI-UK member organisations with travel and accommodation costs.

Conference Themes

The conference will cover a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:

  • Autonomous Marine Systems
  • Alternative Fuels
  • Digital Shipbuilding
  • Marine Structures
  • Marine Engineering
  • Marine Renewables
  • Maritime Logistics and supply chain
  • Maritime Safety and Human Factors
  • Offshore/pipeline Engineering
  • Port and Harbour Management
  • Ship Design and Hydrodynamics
  • Ship Propulsion and Power Systems
  • Small craft and yacht design
  • Smart and Sustainable Shipping

Programme

Full programme is being developed…

Past successful stories

Dr Yuanchang Liu, Associate Processor and Chair of Marine Research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University College London

“Attending the MTPC conference has been one of the major milestones in my PhD journey. As a unique event that gathered nearly all the students, academics, and industry professionals working in marine engineering in the UK, it provided an excellent platform for academic communication. I had the opportunity to present my research, interact with colleagues, and, most importantly, have my work recognised and appreciated. It was also a relaxing networking event where everyone could easily exchange research backgrounds and ideas, which is especially important for junior researchers. Attending the MTPC conference has greatly inspired me and encouraged me to fulfil my academic ambitions.”