CMDC7and ZEVI2 regional launch and an update on the UoS Centre for Green Maritime Innovation cGMI

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Event details

Start date/time

25 Mar 2026 09:30

End date/time

25 Mar 2026 15:00

Garden Court, Building 38

Highfield Campus, University of Southampton

Summary

An opportunity to hear direct from the Department for Transport and Innovate UK Business Connect on the launch of the next round of UK Shore: Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition 7 (CMDC) and Zero Emissions Vessels and Infrastructure 2 (ZEVI)

UK shipping and coastal communities are set to be transformed with a £271 million boost from the government to develop green boat fuel  and boost innovation in the maritime sector, which could support thousands of skilled jobs.

The funding has been awarded from the seventh round of the Clean maritime demonstration competition (CMDC) and the second round of zero emissions vessels and infrastructure (ZEVI) fund, and will give successful companies grants to help decarbonise the maritime sector by developing clean maritime fuels and infrastructure.

This event will be an opportunity to:

  • Gain insights into the latest funding opportunities and support available for maritime innovation.
  • Network with industry, policymakers and innovators.
  • Explore potential collaborations and partnerships to drive sustainable maritime solutions.
  • Understand how you can contribute to the UK’s net-zero goals.

Speakers include:

  • Fraser Sturt, Director, SMMI, University of Southampton
  • Peter Holland, UK Business Connect and James Lovett, Innovate UK

In addition the University of Southampton will share an update on their planned Centre for Green Maritime Innovation.

This event is free to attend. Book your place below.

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