The 10‑day SOTSEF Fringe, part of the Southampton Science & Engineering Festival, brings a city‑wide celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics to Southampton through a packed programme of hands‑on workshops, public talks, lab tours and community activities led by researchers from the University of Southampton. Across the ten days, visitors can explore themes […]
The SMIFutures Maritime Careers Showcase inspires students and early-career individuals to explore opportunities in the maritime and marine industries. SMIFutures, part of the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI), hosts the event. Leading maritime employers, industry professionals, and education providers attend to show real-world career pathways in engineering, technology, sustainability, ocean science, shipping, and marine operations. […]
Ocean Business is a leading international ocean technology exhibition and training forum held in Southampton , bringing together thousands of professionals in ocean science and marine industries to explore cutting-edge technology, attend hands-on demonstrations, and join specialist conferences at the National Oceanography Centre
Explore Solent University and discover pathways into engineering, maritime, computing and other STEM subjects at this hands‑on open day. You’ll meet academic teams, tour specialist facilities, and learn about undergraduate degrees, postgraduate study, degree apprenticeships and Merchant Navy cadetships. Support teams for accommodation, finance and admissions will also be available to help you plan your […]
A STEM open day at Action Stations, featuring hands-on maritime engineering activities, interactive exhibits, and career insights from industry professionals.
Seawork in Southampton is Europe’s largest annual commercial marine and workboat exhibition, held at Mayflower Park from 10–12 June 2025.This three-day event is a major meeting place for the commercial marine sector, attracting over 7,600 industry professionals, showcasing more than 10,000 products and services, and featuring 70+ vessels afloat and onshore. Seawork combines a bustling […]
Seawork Careers Day is part of the Seawork exhibition, Europe’s largest commercial marine and workboat event held each year in Southampton, Hampshire. Seawork runs as a three‑day exhibition and conference, with a dedicated Training & Careers Day on the final day that focuses on careers and skills in the marine sector. On Careers Day, students […]
Portsmouth International Port Open Day gives visitors a close look at how the port operates through guided tours of the harbour, terminals, and control areas. Staff members take guests behind the scenes and explain how ships dock, how cargo moves through the site, and how the port manages safety and daily logistics. The event also […]
The Southampton International Boat Show is the UK’s largest festival of boating, held annually at Mayflower Park, showcasing everything from paddleboards to superyachts. Running from 19–28 September 2025, the show offers visitors a chance to explore Europe’s biggest purpose-built show marina, with over 600 marine brands on display. It features hands-on water sports experiences, expert talks, […]
The Shipwrights’ Lecture Series is an annual event in Southampton brought by Southampton University , the lectures bring together apprentices, students, graduates, and young shipwrights to hear directly from leading figures in the superyacht, yacht, and boatbuilding industries. The series offers free access to talks from naval architects, shipyard leaders, and innovators, providing insights into […]
Venturefest is a series of regional innovation conferences across the UK that bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators to connect, collaborate, and grow. Venturefest offers a dynamic platform where start-ups, scale-ups, and established businesses can showcase their ideas, meet potential investors, and gain insights from expert speakers . Featuring keynote talks, panel discussions, workshops, and […]
