7th International Scientific and Technical Conference "Innovations in Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering"

Date: October 12–14, 2016

Venue: Admiral Makarov National University of Shipbuilding, Mykolaiv, 9 Heroes of Stalingrad Ave., Main Building of the University.

Number of participants (including those from other countries for international events): — 350 (400).

Purpose of the event: To identify priority tasks for the strategic development of the shipbuilding and maritime transport sectors, to discuss innovative scientific and technical developments in shipbuilding and ocean engineering, and to explore ways to attract investment in the development of shipbuilding.

The aforementioned conference will help create a conducive environment for the effective implementation of research findings and for engaging young researchers—particularly students—in this work, which will serve as the foundation for Ukraine’s revival as a European maritime power and for the development of shipbuilding and maritime education, thereby meeting the industry’s growth needs.

A brief summary of the most significant scientific achievements obtained over the past 3–5 years in the relevant field, including the universities and research institutions involved in the collaboration:

An important scientific and technical problem of national significance has been resolved—the scientific, methodological, design, and technological foundations for the development and serial production of multipurpose transport vessels and ocean engineering equipment have been established, resulting in the construction of more than 180 vessels and 20 ocean engineering systems at domestic and foreign shipyards. In recognition of this significant contribution to the development of domestic science, the strengthening of Ukraine’s scientific and technical potential, and many years of fruitful work, by Decree of the President of Ukraine No. 329/2012 dated May 18, the creative team formed at the National University of Shipbuilding was awarded the title of “Laureate of the State Prize of Ukraine in the Field of Science and Technology” for the national-scale project “Creation of Universal Transport Vessels and Ocean Engineering Equipment.” The Admiral Makarov National University of Shipbuilding maintains close ties with numerous foreign universities, research institutions, and academic organizations. Among them are: HITACO Ltd. (UK); Research Institute of Marine Boilers and Turbines, Harbin, PRC; Zhoushan International Maritime College, PRC; Jiangsu University of Science and Technology (PRC); Harbin Engineering University, PRC; Jilin Polymer Research Institute, PRC; and others.

The National University of Shipbuilding also maintains close ties with such world-renowned organizations as RINA (Royal Institution of Naval Architects, London, UK) and IMARE (The Institution of Marine Engineers, London, UK).

Admiral Makarov National University of Shipbuilding and Jiangsu University of Science and Technology have established the "Ukraine-China Center for Advanced Technologies," an international center for the exchange of technologies in marine design and ocean engineering (Jiangsu, PRC).

Key topics for discussion:

• issues related to the development of new investment programs in shipbuilding and the maritime transport sector;
• current issues in the development of innovative technologies for shipbuilding and ship repair;
• shipbuilding CAD (information and communication technologies in shipbuilding);
• the development of cutting-edge technologies and materials in marine engineering;
• the development of innovative methods for improving shipboard power plants and systems and ensuring environmental safety in shipbuilding and offshore engineering facilities;
• maritime safety;
• innovations in marine electrical systems and automation;
• project and program management in shipbuilding;
• addressing current security challenges in the design, construction, repair, and operation of ships; advancing the theory of designing shipboard power systems and underwater robotic vehicles; developing and implementing state-of-the-art refrigeration technologies and devices in shipboard electrical systems and automation; and establishing methods for managing projects and programs in shipbuilding;
• the current state of Ukraine's maritime infrastructure;
• Key areas for the further development of Ukraine's maritime infrastructure.