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News about Seawork 2006

Always Something New

01 Sep 2006

Seawork has become renowned for its ‘special features’ and 2006 was no exception. It all started with the Small Business Enterprise Zone,  designed to encourage emerging companies to meet the market face-to-face, which now comprises more than 75 businesses from all  sides of the industry. This year, there was another important first – the Maritime Jobs Fair, put together by the Fareham and Southampton Chamber of Commerce, Jobcentre Plus and the local universities and nautical colleges. 

The Marine Engineering & Manufacturing Skills Partnership saw significant levels of interest in training and recruitment, particularly from companies looking for advice on funding. This is a new feature sure to grow in significance and effectiveness next year.

In addition, the highly successful DiveWork and RIB Trail initiatives were joined by the Ship Building & Ship Repair and Fluid Power Pavilions, both under the banners of the relevant trade associations and both contributing to a comprehensive representation of the commercial marine industry in western Europe. This policy of continual development keeps the event lively and interesting and encourages new exhibitors and visitors year on year.

In the ten weeks since Seawork 2006 closed its doors in mid-June, 65% of exhibitors have submitted order forms for the 10th anniversary next year – many jostling for larger stands in prominent positions. Don’t leave it to the last minute to reserve your stand – by Christmas all the best sites will have gone!

Plans are currently being made for a series of 10th Anniversary celebrations and networking events, including a quayside barbeque and a Gala Dinner at the newly refurbished City Terminal. Watch the Seawork.com website – updated weekly – for next year’s features, innovations and opportunities.

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