About this Event
🚤 Navigating Change: Safety, Sustainability & Innovation in Commercial and Passenger Boating
🌊 Chart the course for the future of the UK’s commercial and passenger boating sector.
Join industry leaders, regulators, and innovators for a day of powerful insights, collaboration, and inspiration at the heart of the RNLI in Poole.
📅 Date: Thursday 15th January 2026
📍 Venue: RNLI Headquarters, Poole
Hosted by the British Marine Passenger Boat Association and the Commercial Marine Association, this joint conference explores the evolving landscape of safety, sustainability, and innovation across the industry.
⚓ What to Expect
A full day of learning, discussion, and connection in an inspiring maritime setting.
🕘 9:00am – Arrival & Registration
Kick off the day with freshly brewed coffee and tea and warm buttery pastries while catching up with colleagues.
🎤 Morning – Speaker Sessions
Gain valuable insights from leading authorities across the sector. Mid-morning, enjoy refreshing drinks and artisan biscuits to keep you fuelled for the discussions ahead.
🍽️ Lunch – Two-Course Fork Buffet
Savour a seasonally inspired fork buffet, featuring locally sourced dishes, vibrant salads, and indulgent desserts crafted to keep you energised for the afternoon.
🛥️ Afternoon – Exclusive RNLI HQ Tour
Get behind the scenes with a guided tour of the RNLI’s world-class facilities, complete with homemade cake and freshly brewed tea and coffee.
🥂 Networking Drinks Reception
Wrap up the day with networking drinks, the perfect chance to unwind and connect with fellow marine professionals before heading home.
💡 Conference Highlights
A packed programme of talks and updates from experts including the MCA, Environment Agency, and British Marine Technical Team, covering:
⚙️ Sport & Pleasure Vessel Code
📘 UK MER Register
🌱 Low Emission Engines & Alternative Fuels
🚢 Commercial Boat Shows
🛠️ Boat Checks & Safety Management
♻️ Sustainable Solutions for GRP
🔍 Surveys & Inspections
🧭 Technical Updates and Key Sector Priorities
🎟️ Tickets
Your ticket includes all refreshments, meals, and networking drinks throughout the day.
🎫 British Marine Members: £65 + VAT*
🎫 Non-Members: £115 + VAT*
(*Eventbrite fees apply)
Every ticket sold directly supports the RNLI and its vital life-saving work.
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities
Stand out and show your commitment to the future of the marine industry.
Sponsorship offers:
🌊 High-impact brand exposure across event materials and on-site signage
⚓ Recognition in pre- and post-event communications
🚤 Alignment with a national conversation around innovation, safety, and sustainability
To discuss sponsorship, contact Lisa Jupp at 📧 [email protected].
🚢 Proudly Sponsored by:
Headline Sponsor – ProMarine UW Ltd
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
RNLI College, West Quay Road, Poole, United Kingdom
GBP 84.13 to GBP 148.30
