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Oceans Advance Newsletter – February 11, 2025
Executive Director to Moderate and Speak at Global Trade Conferences
February is shaping up to be a busy month for Oceans Advance.
Executive Director, Shelly Petten, will take the stage at two major international conferences, the Blue Innovation Symposium 2025 in Rhode Island from February 10-13 and the Asia Multi-Sector Export Mission in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam from February 19-27. At the Blue Innovation Symposium, Shelly will be a panelist, along with colleagues from the US and UK, in a session to identify concerns and opportunities for cross Atlantic collaboration and to discuss solutions to roadblocks and challenges.
Following the Blue Innovation Symposium in Rhode Island, Shelly will travel to Singapore as a Canadian delegate in a multi sector trade mission focused on building Canada’s growing engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. Representing the Ocean Tech and Blue Economy for the Atlantic Canada ocean ecosystem, she will also moderate a session at the Canada in Asia Conference on Advancing the Blue Economy Through AI.
“I am very fortunate to have this opportunity to represent our province, region, and country at these conferences,” says Shelly. “I will be seeking opportunities to make further connections and open doors for our members, and for the ecosystem and will be sharing outcomes and opportunities to our members and partners when I get back to Canada.”
Oceans Advance welcomes the opportunity to be an Igniter for the OSC’s Ambition 2035 Summit
About the Ambition 2035 Summit, happening May 20-23, 2025:
The Ambition 2035 Summit is a premier event that brings together industry, thought leaders, innovators, and policymakers from around the country and internationally to solidify Canada’s future as a global leader in the sustainable ocean economy. With 10 years to go to achieve Ambition 2035 goals, this summit will be geared towards taking action and will feature inspiring keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and ample networking opportunities.
Digital Offshore ’25
Energy Research & Innovation Newfoundland & Labrador (ERI) and the Digital Resource Initiative (DRI) are hosting Digital Offshore ’25, a conference about industry trends and insights on opportunities and challenges presented by the digital transformation of Newfoundland and Labrador’s energy sector.
This event will be held at the St. John’s Convention Centre from March 25-26, 2025.
In partnership with Oceans Advance, an optional Ecosystem Tour of local facilities and tech companies will take place on Thursday, March 27, 2025 (space is limited).
Events
Member News
Powering Progress: A Conversation on Nova Scotia’s Offshore Wind Vision
Marine Renewables Canada, in partnership with the Province of Nova Scotia, invites you to a conversation with The Honourable Trevor Boudreau, Minister of Energy, and The Honourable Colton LeBlanc, Minister of Growth and Development, who will discuss the exciting opportunities and leadership efforts driving the growth of Nova Scotia’s offshore wind sector.
📅 February 12, 2025
🕰️ 10:00 – 11:30 AM
🏢 Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
📍 Halifax, Nova Scotia
SubC Releases Upgraded Autonomous Timelapse System
Marine researchers, environmental monitors, and offshore operators now have a more reliable way to conduct long-term underwater monitoring with SubC Imaging’s enhanced Autonomous Timelapse System. The system features an exclusive hibernation mode that conserves battery power, enabling months or even years of continuous operation. Built for flexibility, the camera system can integrate with setups like drop frames, landers, BRUV systems, and AUVs, making it adaptable for a variety of research and inspection needs.
Opportunities
Upcoming Training Opportunities from Gardiner Centre
Gardiner Centre offers flexible training opportunities, both in-person and live online, to suit any schedule and location. They welcome the opportunity to work with industry and professional associations in Newfoundland and Labrador, and can deliver customized courses and programs for organizations. Did you know that when you register 4 employees from the same organization in a one or two-day course together, the 5th employee is free?
Got questions? Feel free to reach out to Pearce at [email protected] for more information.
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In-Person
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