COVE

Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence
2024-03-07 - 2024-03-08 | Fairmont Château Laurier, 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 8S7, Canada
In person at the Ottawa Fairmont Château Laurier or Virtually Around the Globe
The Ottawa Conference on Security & Defence is the largest and longest-standing event of its kind in Canada.
Among its 2,000 registered guests, people in the room include Senators, Members of Parliament, senior public servants from 20 different government departments and agencies, foreign dignitaries, a large and senior delegation from the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence, as well as industry and academia.
Founded in 1932, the Conference of Defence Associations is a umbrella organization for 45 member associations who represent over 400,000 active and retired members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

World Ocean Summit and Expo
2024-03-10 - 2024-03-13 | Lisbon Congress Centre, Praça das Indústrias 1, Lisbon, 1300-307, Portugal
Turn the tide to a sustainable ocean economy
The eleventh annual World Ocean Summit returns to Lisbon, leading the way to spark conversation and action in the transition to a sustainable ocean economy.
In 2024 we will put even more emphasis on action with a series of “How to” workshops, which will present real-world solutions to global ocean challenges. Ten interactive “How to” workshops will create a set of action points and practical takeaways for individuals and organisations committed to restoring ocean health.
The 2024 agenda will focus on ocean health, industry strategies for a sustainable ocean economy, and ocean-climate solutions. The summit will feature more than 180 expert speakers and convene the widest cross-section of the ocean community from business and finance to government, national and international policymakers, civil society and academia.
This event provides the perfect platform to inspire new partnerships, solutions and strategies on the track to meet the 2030 targets in UN Sustainable Development Goal 14. It is designed to change the way business is done in the ocean.

Oceanology International London 2024
2024-03-12 07:00 - 2024-03-14 13:00 (America/Halifax) | ExCel London, London, United Kingdom
Connecting The Global Ocean Technology Community
Oceanology International brings together 500+ exhibitors in the only event that links the three key players in the industry: businesses, academics and government. Visit Oi in 2024 for innovative live on-water demonstrations and interactive seminars looking into the future of our industry.
With over 8,000 attendees targeted for 2024, it is a must-attend event for those involved in exploring, monitoring, developing or protecting the world’s oceans, from seabed to surface and beyond.
Join Oi at ExCel London to discover game-changing innovations and solutions transforming the future of ocean technology.

Marine Renewables Canada Mission to Marine Energy Wales (MEW) 2024
2024-03-13 - 2024-03-14 | Swansea Arena | Arena Abertawe, Oystermouth Rd, Swansea, SA1 3BX, United Kingdom
Following the sold-out success of 2023, Marine Energy Wales is excited to announce the conference will return to Swansea Arena on the 13th and 14th of March 2024
#MEW2024 is an unmissable opportunity to help shape the future of marine renewable energy in Wales, and connect with industry leaders, experts, researchers, and policymakers.

Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo North America Exhibition and Conference
2024-03-13 - 2024-05-15 | Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
The world’s leading exhibition for marine electrification, decarbonization, future fuels and low-carbon shipping solutions
Technologies for electrification and hybridization of workboats, ferries, superyachts, other marine vessels + port and harbour infrastructure
Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo North America Exhibition and Conference, to be held at Long Beach Convention Center, USA, March 13 & 14, 2024, is dedicated solely to showcasing the very latest and next-generation electric and hybrid marine propulsion technologies, charging equipment and fuel-saving solutions.
Targeting the North American market, the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo is the only exhibition and conference that will showcase these emerging efficient technologies and components to an audience of shipowners and operators, boat builders, shipyards, propulsion system designers and manufacturers, naval architects, military fleet operators/chiefs and port operators, all interested in exploring ways to decarbonize and the path to zero-emission shipping.
Nothing but green marine propulsion systems, emission-reduction fuels, hybrid systems, charging technologies and, of course, the components within them will be on display – and the only visitors invited to attend will be those who purchase and specify marine charging infrastructures, and vessel engines and components. Every single exhibit will be of relevance to every single visitor, and the only thing visitors will be searching for is cleaner, more efficient, fuel-saving propulsion systems.

Ocean Institute: Deep Dive into Data Workshop | Victoria, BC
2024-03-16 - 2024-03-19 | Oak Bay Beach Hotel, 1175 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC, V8S 2N2, Canada
Join COVE for a FREE professional development retreat for teachers and educators to learn about bringing ocean data into the classroom!
Now more than ever, digital skills and data literacy are in high demand, particularly in the marine technology sector. The Deep Dive into Data program, organized by COVE, provides engaging activities, immersive experiences, tutorials and activities to support junior and secondary-level educators in understanding the use of data and coding in classrooms.
During this three-day workshop, junior high and high school teachers will become familiar with a curriculum designed to pair marine technology and real-time data collected from the ocean. This workshop has interdisciplinary links to a variety of courses to assist teachers in introducing ocean topics into the curriculum. The interactive activities will foster critical thinking, data analyses and interpretation that you will take back to your classrooms. This engaging program will allow your students to dive into ocean data exploration through group activities and coding tasks, to navigate real-world situations using creative approaches and valuable skill development used in marine sector work.
Meals, mileage, and accommodations (March 15- March 18) are organized and covered by COVE. More information will be provided by the facilitators upon registration. Click below for more information and to register.

Sustainable Blue Economy Summit 2024: Pioneering Sustainable Oceans
2024-03-19 | Halifax Tower Hotel, 15 Lakelands Blvd, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3S 1G4, Canada
Embark on a Transformative Experience in Halifax: the Sustainable Blue Economy Summit 2024, merging Halifax’s historic beauty with innovative marine sustainability. On March 19, 2024, join global leaders and innovators shaping our blue economy.

Why Attend? This summit is more than an event—it’s a movement. Immerse in the transformative shift towards sustainable marine practices, positioning Canada as a leader in the global blue economy.

Steer Towards a Sustainable Marine Future: Participate in the Sustainable Blue Economy Summit 2024 and contribute to a sustainable oceanic legacy. Limited spots—secure your participation now!

Ocean Connector: Autonomous Systems for Ocean Monitoring
2024-03-21 16:00 - 18:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
Join us for our Ocean Connector and dive into the world of autonomous systems for monitoring our ocean with Dr. Clark Richards.

Oceanography is rooted in the need for in situ observations. Remote sensing techniques, while powerful and transformative in many ways, are unable to provide accurate data from the interior of the ocean, which is needed for long-term monitoring, ocean state estimates, and understanding the impacts of climate change.
While ships have long been the go-to for collecting data, recent technological advances have produced an explosion of platforms and systems that can provide data, often in near real-time, beneath the surface.
Dr. Clark Richards, a Research Scientist with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Bedford Institute of Oceanography, will outline some of the systems and tools used by Fisheries and Oceans Canada to monitor the ocean, such as floats, gliders, and observatories and present some scientific results that have been applied locally and globally.

Canadian Underwater Conference & Exhibition
2024-03-24 - 2024-03-26 | Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel, 901 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, M9W 1J5, Canada
Join industry professionals for exhibits and technical presentations that will address occupational diving operations, as well as ROV & AUV activities across North America.
The 2024 Canadian Underwater Conference & Exhibition (CUCE) will be held in the Grand Ballroom at the Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel in Toronto, Ontario. Building on the success of the past eleven conferences since 2008, it is expected that the conference will welcome approximately 26 exhibitors, 200 delegates and 22 speakers.

Sea-Air-Space 2024
2024-04-08 - 2024-04-11 | Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 193 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
Sea-Air-Space brings the U.S. defense industry and key military decision-makers together for three days of informative educational sessions, important policy discussions and a dynamic exhibit hall floor.
Owned and produced by the Navy League of the United States, Sea-Air-Space attracts maritime leaders from sea services around the globe.

Undersea Defence Technology (UDT)
2024-04-08 - 2024-04-11 | ExCel London, London, United Kingdom
Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) is a multi-faceted exhibition and conference reflecting the community’s desire for continuous learning and development. This three-day event gathers the defence industry’s brightest minds from across Europe and beyond.
Designed to equip nations to deal with an increasing diversity of threats and challenges, UDT brings together researchers, military end-users and professionals spanning the entire supply chain to evaluate developing solutions in one of the harshest environments known to man.

OCEANS 2024 Singapore
2024-04-13 22:00 - 2024-04-18 06:00 | Marina Bay Sands Singapore, 10 Bayfront Ave, 018956, Singapore
The OCEANS 2024 Singapore conference is for global maritime professionals to learn, innovate and lead in the protection and utilization of the world’s largest natural resource – our OCEANS.

Join the leading innovators, analysts, and producers of marine technology, research, and education gathering for the OCEANS 2024 Singapore conference.

Come meet your fellow professionals and students, hear from experts about their latest activities and ideas, and discuss your needs with the best suppliers of marine and maritime products in the exhibit hall. Thousands of professionals make the OCEANS conference their home for continued learning and so can you.
A premier partner event presented by The Marine Technology Society and the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society.

International Partnering Forum
2024-04-22 - 2024-04-24 | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Boulevard, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
The International Partnering Forum (IPF), hosted by the Oceantic Network (formerly the Business Network for Offshore Wind), is the premier offshore wind energy conference in the Americas.
Industry experts from around the world converge to share best business practices, the most advanced technical and scientific findings, and policy updates impacting offshore wind. IPF connects global leaders and businesses in the supply chain, offers unparalleled networking opportunities, and delivers the most timely and relevant updates on the industry, from technology and policy to safety and siting.
This year’s event takes place April 22-25 in New Orleans, Louisiana. IPF offers registrants a vast array of networking opportunities to grow your business, including the popular WindMatch™ program. With the rapid expansion of offshore wind, IPF attendance helps secure your place as a leader in the industry.

Innovation Zero
2024-04-30 - 2024-05-01 | Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX, United Kingdom
Welcome to the UK’s largest net-zero congress

Innovation Zero, the UK’s largest net-zero congress, returns to London Olympia for the second edition on 30 April – 1 May 2024, alongside its new co-located event, Infrastructure Zero.
Supported by the UK Government, Innovation Zero provides a meeting place for announcements, partnerships, deal-making, and collaborations for those who develop, produce, deploy, and fund low carbon solutions.
The purpose of Innovation Zero is to accelerate meaningful action towards a low carbon economy and society​​.

Aquaculture UK
2024-05-14 - 2024-05-15 | Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Highland Resort, Aviemore, PH22 1PN, United Kingdom
Aquaculture UK is the UK’s largest meeting place for aquaculture professionals.
Meet the companies driving infrastructure, farming technology and equipment forward. You’ll discover real-time solutions that boost production and profitability. And take away key insights on sustainability, welfare and environmental challenges.
Join your industry on 14-15 May at Macdonald Aviemore, Scotland, and share ideas to define the future.

15th Buoy Workshop
2024-05-20 - 2024-05-23 | 7 Cedars Casino, 270756 US-101, Sequim, WA, 98382, United States
The 15th Biennial Marine Technology Society (MTS) Buoy Workshop will take place at the 7 Cedars Casino in Sequim, Washington from May 20-23, 2024. Uniquely positioned for marine-based research that is focused on helping the nation achieve sustainable energy, a sustaining environment, and coastal security, the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory has partnered with MTS for this event.
Originally based on the suggestion and support by the Office of Naval Research, buoy workshops have been organized and supported every two years since 1996 to foster communication and exchange between designers, assemblers, operators, and users of buoy systems.

Ocean Connector: Unlocking the Speed of SailGP's F50 Catamarans
2024-05-23 16:00 - 18:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
Join us at COVE on May 23rd for an exclusive event with Billy Gooderham, Flight Controller for the Canada SailGP Team.

SailGP is the pinnacle of sailing, featuring national teams competing in high-speed races at iconic venues worldwide. The F50 catamarans, reaching speeds near 100 km/h, represent a decade of development in high-performance sailing. Learn how these boats fly above water using innovative technology like rudders with elevators and daggerboards.

Join us at COVE on May 23rd for an exclusive event featuring Billy Gooderham, Flight Controller for the Canada SailGP Team. SailGP is the world’s premier sailing championship, showcasing high-speed races in hydrofoiling F50 catamarans. Billy will share insights into his role onboard and what spectators can expect at the ROCKWOOL Canada Sail Grand Prix in Halifax Harbour on June 1-2. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the thrilling world of SailGP and high-performance sailing technology.

Canadian Hydrographic Conference 2024
2024-05-26 - 2024-05-30 | St. John’s Convention Centre, 101 New Gower Street, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 1J5, Canada
The CHA has a long-standing partnership with The Hydrographic Society of America, and the two organizations take turns hosting this annual international conference series. This year, it is Canada’s turn, and CHA is excited to build upon the great success of US Hydro 2023 by organizing CHC2024 to be held in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.
St. John’s is the ideal location for a hydrographic conference; it’s North America’s most easterly city, founded on the very edge of the Atlantic, with a culture built upon more than 500 years of maritime tradition. St. John’s is a wonderful city with a rich history and many interesting sites to visit, from the amazing views atop Signal Hill to the colourful homes of Jellybean Row to the icebergs not far off the coast well into June. But it will be the people that you will remember the most, full of friendliness and fun, with music and humour at their very core.
This year’s theme is “Unveiling our Blue Planet,”. With important international initiatives underway, including the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development and the Nippon Foundation/GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project, the requirement to better understand the ‘blue’ part of our planet is gaining much-needed attention. While many advances continue to be made in the hydrographic discipline, much remains to be accomplished as the richness and applications of hydrographic data expand and the artificial boundaries between hydrography and other important disciplines fade.

H2O Conference
2024-06-03 - 2024-06-04 | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 0E6, Canada
The Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia in partnership with the Government of Canada, the Province of Nova Scotia, and COVE is pleased to present the H2O: Home to Overseas Conference on Monday, June 3 to Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at the Halifax Convention Centre, with the Demo Day on Wednesday, June 5 at COVE.
Atlantic Canada, and Nova Scotia in particular, is home to a strong cluster of ocean industries and to ground breaking ocean research. This region is quickly becoming a globally recognized hub of oceans expertise with the potential to be a significant contributor to a number of Global Value Chains associated with the oceans sector, including, but not limited to, Marine Defence, Marine Energy, Marine Observation, Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology, Marine Tourism and Marine Transportation.
The H2O Conference is an ideal event to engage with the ocean technology industry. The conference will include: international delegates, research, development and commercialization presentations, and B2B meetings. This year’s conference will also include on-water demos at COVE.

IV. International MARISSA Symposium 2024
2024-06-03 - 2024-06-05 | Forum Fischbahnhof, Am Schaufenster 6, Bremerhaven, 27572, Germany
The IV. International MARISSA Symposium 2024 on Maritime Safety and Security Applications will open its gates on June 4-5, 2023, at the Forum Fischbahnhof, Bremerhaven, Germany.
The internationally well established MARISSA symposium regularly attracts 250+ leading industry partners, decision makers, research institutions and public administrations. An attractive programme will await the visitors from Europe and beyond.
The symposium will address actual challenges and solutions, trends and developments in the field of maritime safety and security, such as e.g.

Maritime Safety and Security in a changing world
Protection of critical maritime infrastructures
Security of coastal and offshore operations
Maritime territorial surveillance and border protection
Ocean monitoring and sustainable development
Marine traffic monitoring, surveillance and coordination
Maritime port-to-port logistics
Marine data exchange, digital cooperation and cyber risk management
Autonomous into the future

GreenTech 2024
2024-06-05 - 2024-06-07 | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 0E6, Canada
It’s the beautiful Canadian East Coast that the Green Marine team has the pleasure of hosting its 17th annual conference, GreenTech 2024. The event will take place at the Halifax Convention Center in Nova Scotia from June 5 to 7.
GreenTech will provide a forum to learn more about the issues prioritized by the Green Marine program’s environmental performance indicators and other emerging issues of keen interest to the maritime industry and related stakeholders.

Demo Day 2024
2024-06-05 10:00 - 15:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
Experience Canada’s premier interactive on-water event
On June 5, 2024, COVE hosts the premier event for on-water demonstrations of the latest marine technology innovations. COVE Demo Day features interactive and engaging demonstrations from world-leading marine technology innovators, all on-site at COVE’s facility in Dartmouth.
As part of the OTCNS-led H2O Conference, COVE Demo Day delivers a high-quality production showcasing the best in marine innovation and research.
BE A PART OF THE ACTION AT COVE DEMO DAY!
Demo Day 2023 was the largest one to date, with over 50 companies showcasing their technology and almost 500 attendees. Companies on the showcase stage, the blue stage, and the innovation stage showed their technology in action through on-water demonstrations and high-level presentations. This year’s Demo Day also included five Tech Alley tents, where attendees could learn more about COVE ecosystem companies and organizations.

Global Energy Show
2024-06-11 - 2024-06-14 | BMO Centre at Stampede Park, 20 Roundup Way Se, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, Canada
As North America’s Leading Energy Event, the Global Energy Show is the largest B2B exhibition and conference engaging with industry buyers and sellers, stakeholders and partners, CEOs and young professionals together to share knowledge and fuel innovation in the ever-changing energy landscape.
As no single source of energy can meet the increased global energy demand, the Global Energy Show is where Canada demonstrates its vision and leadership by bringing the right people together to meet global challenges with real-world solutions.
Together at the Global Energy Show in 2024, energy professionals will come together to lead the path of meeting energy demand, discussing energy transition, showcasing technology and innovation, and discovering the role of all energy sources in the greater energy system.

Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe
2024-06-18 - 2024-06-20 | RAI Amsterdam, Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
The world’s leading exhibition and conference for maritime electrification, decarbonization and GHG reduction solutions returns to Amsterdam – June 2024!
Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe will showcase new electric and hybrid marine transportation and propulsion solutions, shore charging equipment and efficient emerging technologies to help you on your path to zero-emission shipping and net zero.
Taking place alongside the exhibition is the Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe Conference, the only international conference dedicated to the electrification and hybridization of marine vessels, along with the associated supporting infrastructure for ports, charging, fueling and energy supply.

Seanergy 2024
2024-06-26 - 2024-06-28 | ExpoNantes, 123 Av. de Bourgogne, Nantes, 44300, France
France’s international event on offshore renewable energy
A business forum for all stakeholders in the industry to make connections, grow their business, share ideas and, more widely, to contribute to the development of all kinds of offshore renewable energy.
Each year, Seanergy brings together more than 4,000 leaders and experts from the Offshore Renewable Energy industry.
During 2 days, the exhibition area is the place where attendees explore innovations and technologies making the energy transition happen, where they do business and reach out to professionals showcasing projects and vision into future solutions.
Position your company as one of the leading companies in the flied.

Australia Wind Energy 2024
2024-07-10 - 2024-07-11 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center (MCEC), 1 Convention Centre Place, Melbourne, Victoria, 3006, Australia
Australia Wind Energy 2024 (#AuWE2024) will be back at MCEC Melbourne from 09th to 11th July 2024, bigger and better than ever! This extraordinary event presents an unparalleled opportunity for you to forge strategic partnerships in the thriving Australian offshore and onshore wind industry. With our event space and attendee numbers doubled, we proudly stand as the largest wind event in Australia and the entire APAC region, welcoming a staggering 5,000 energy enthusiasts.
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Key Event Features:
Cutting-edge Insights: Immerse yourself in the pulse of sustainable energy as we dive deep into Australia’s wind power roadmap, offshore wind deployment, investment & the latest technical innovations.
Innovation Showcase: Explore the AuWE2024 Exhibition, where the latest advancements take center stage, showcasing the future of wind energy.
Unparalleled Networking: Connect with representatives from Australia’s federal and state governments, domestic and international investors, developers, network providers, financiers, EPCs, and top-notch equipment and solution providers.
Synergistic Opportunities: Co-located with Connecting Green Hydrogen APAC 2024, our event fosters powerful synergies between two leading sustainable energy gatherings.

Ocean Connector - Innovative Naval Solutions
2024-07-25 16:00 - 18:00 | COVE, 27 Parker Street, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4T5, Canada
Explore the future of sustainability in naval operations with Thales Canada, Hexsor Scientific, and Aeon Blue.

Join us to meet the winners of the Thales Canada and COVE 2024 Naval Technology Innovation Challenges. Hexsor Scientific and Aeon Blue, renowned for their pioneering work in naval technology, will showcase their advanced solutions for automating air ventilation cleaning and advancing greenhouse gas capture technologies. Gain firsthand insights into innovative strategies supporting the Royal Canadian Navy’s Climate & Sustainability Strategy.

The Naval Technology Innovation Challenges, presented by COVE and Thales Canada and funded by ACOA, underscores how industry challenges drive innovation, solve complex problems, and foster collaboration within the sector. Through partnerships with industry leaders, COVE empowers companies to harness expertise and resources, driving breakthroughs in marine technology. Encouraging creative thinking among participants can lead to exciting developments in the sector.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leaders in eco-friendly naval technology and help shape the future of marine environmental stewardship.

Family Friendly Event: OffshoreWind4Kids Interactive Showcase
2024-07-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Rainbow Haven Beach, 2248 Cow Bay Road, Cow Bay, Nova Scotia, B3G 1K8, Canada
Looking for a fun and educational summer activity the whole family can enjoy? Love going to the beach? Add the OffshoreWind4Kids Interactive Showcase to your 2024 beach agenda and learn how to build and test mini offshore wind turbines and learn how they benefit the renewable energy sector!
You and your family are invited to join Kat Mataya, Manager of Workforce Development, and Sydney Silver, Training and Education Coordinator at COVE, for the interactive event on July 27 from 11:00a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., at Rainbow Haven Beach (rain date is July 28). The event is recommended for ages 8 – 13 and youth must be accompanied by parentals.

Offshore Wind Supply Chain Forum + Summer Social
2024-08-15 13:00 - 21:00
Join Marine Renewables Canada for their annual East Coast Summer Event on August 15th in Halifax, Nova Scotia! This year, attendees can benefit from two events in one day – an afternoon business and supply chain forum and an evening summer social.
Stay tuned – more details to come!

Ocean Connector: Sociable!
2024-08-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Private: Cafe Marco Polo, 15 Kings Wharf Place, Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 0B4, Canada
Our annual Ocean Connector: Sociable! will be held on August 22 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Cafe Marco Polo!

Our annual Ocean Connector: Sociable! will be held on Thursday, August 22, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Cafe Marco Polo at Kings Wharf Place (15 Kings Wharf Pl, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2Y 0B4). No presentation or keynote speakers – this Ocean Connector is about networking with the marine tech community.
