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SUMMARY:Seafood Industry Innovation Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nEvent: Atlantic Canada’s 1st Seafood Industry Innovation Summit \nLocation: Fisheries & Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland\, St. John’s\, NL Canada \nThe Fisheries and Marine Institute’s Centre for Aquaculture and Seafood Development (CASD) and the Canadian Centre for Fisheries Innovation (CCFI) are pleased to host Atlantic Canada’s first Seafood Industry Innovation Summit (SIIS). The SIIS aims to promote the continuous development of a sustainable\, modern\, and globally competitive fish and seafood industry in Atlantic Canada. This event will focus on identifying new opportunities for industry modernization through leveraging innovation and adoption of new technologies that support the long-term sustainability of Atlantic Canada’s seafood sector. \n\n  \nAbout CASD\n\nAt the Centre for Aquaculture and Seafood Development (CASD) we work closely with our industry partners to enhance the global competitiveness and sustainability of our seafood and aquaculture industries in Newfoundland and Labrador\, and Atlantic Canada. We enable our industry partners to produce premium sustainable seafood products and novel marine bio-products using innovative green technologies. Our team of experts also train HQPs providing them with the skills to be the driving force of Atlantic Canada’s blue economy. \n\n  \nAbout CCFI\n\nThe Canadian Centre for Fisheries Innovation (CCFI) is dedicated to supporting research and development that enhances the sustainability\, safety\, and profitability of Canada’s seafood industry.\nCCFI has supported hundreds of industry related projects that have solved industry challenges by actively promoting research and development in the aquaculture\, harvesting sector\, and fish processing sectors. We often utilize both the human resources and facilities assets of Memorial University and its Fisheries and Marine Institute\, as well as other academic and research institutions\, gear manufacturers\, ocean tech organizations\, artificial intelligence firms\, and other entities advancing innovations in seafood. \nCCFI works directly with industry players to secure funding and facilitate access to scientific and technological expertise and facilities\, resulting in projects that answer and/or address industry questions and work toward the adoption of new scientific data\, technologies\, and product developing knowledge. \n\n  \nSummit Themes\n\nAutomation: Process efficiency\, robotics\, labour and product quality \nDigitization: Artificial intelligence\, traceability\, inventory and process management \nBy-Product Valorization: Leveraging side streams to achieve full utilization and value maximization \n\n  \nSummit Platforms\n\nPlenary Sessions – A forum for industry experts to present new technology and innovations will take place in Hampton Hall at MI and will be open to all SIIS delegates. \nPilot Plant Demonstrations – Hands on demonstrations for processing equipment and automation will be held in CASD’s Seafood Processing Pilot Plant. \nWorkshops – Session for the “up-and-coming” technology like AI/Robotics will occur in MI’s Conference Centre. \nNetworking – Social events will be held at the Emera Innovation Centre Signal Campus\, and the Alt Hotel Water Street to bring the attendees together to network outside the conference sessions. \n\n  \nCASD on Social Media\n\nWebsite: https://www.mi.mun.ca/departments/centreforaquacultureandseafooddevelopment/ \nTwitter: @for_seafood \nLinkedIn: Centre for Aquaculture and Seafood Development \n\n  \nCCFI on Social Media\n\nWebsite: www.ccfi.ca \nFacebook:  Canadian Centre for Fisheries Innovation – CCFI \nInstagram: @ccfi_mun \nTwitter: @CCFI_MUN \nLinkedIn: Canadian Centre for Fisheries Innovation \n\n  \nCall for Expression of Interest\n\nSeafood Industry Innovation Summit – November 14-17\, 2023 \nFisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland \nWe are now accepting expressions of interest from industry stakeholders to exhibit\, host a live equipment demonstration\, host a workshop\, or deliver a plenary address during our summit on November 14 – 17\, 2023. Space is limited and competitive for these exclusive opportunities to showcase your innovations to a targeted audience of key industry stakeholders. Preference will be given to companies demonstrating how their innovations relate to automation\, digitization or by-product valorization\, and the overall modernization of the seafood industry. \nSubmission Deadline: September 29\, 2023 \nYou will be contacted by the Summit Organizers within 2-weeks of submission regarding the status of your application. \nSeafood Industry Innovation Summit Expression of Interest \n\n  \nRegistration\n\nRegistration will be limited to 150 delegates to provide unique hands on opportunities for participants to engage directly with industry experts during equipment demonstrations and workshop sessions. \nRegistration for the Seafood Innovation Summit includes free passes to the North Atlantic Fish and Workboat Show\, November 17 & 18 at Mary Brown’s Centre\, St. John’s. \n\n  \n\n\nSeafood Industry Innovation Summit Delegate Registration \n\n\n\nRegistration Fees for Delegates\nWhat’s Included\n\n\n\n\nFull Registration\n$500 + HST\nAccess to all plenary\, demos\, workshops\, exhibitor booths\nand networking events – includes luncheon and opening reception\n\n\nLimited Registration\n$340 + HST\nAccess to plenary sessions\, exhibitor booths \, and networking events\n– includes luncheon and opening reception\n\n\nLuncheon & Panel Discussion\n$74.40 + HST\nLuncheon and panel discussion only\n\n\nOpening Reception\n$114 + HST\nOpening reception only\n\n\n\n\n  \nSponsorship Packages\n\n \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Please contact heather.burke@mi.mun.ca \n\n  \nHost Hotel Information\n\nAlt Hotel St. John’s\n125 Water Street\nSt. John’s\, NL\nA1C 5X4 \nGuest Room Block is open for Booking. Attendees can book in any of the three methods below: \n\nUsing the attendee code FISH23 on the hotel website www.germainhotels.com/en/alt-hotel/st-johns\nUsing this link to the Fisheries and Marine Institute group block\nCalling the reservations team at 709-383-2125 and booking under the group block\n\nCode and direct link available until October 13\, 2023. \n\n  \nDraft Program\n\nSeafood Industry Innovation Summit Draft Program
URL:https://www.thelaunch.mi.mun.ca/event/seafood-industry-innovation-summit-2023/
LOCATION:Fisheries & Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland\, St. John’s\, NL Canada\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Public Consultation Session on proposed Marine Autonomous Test Zone
DESCRIPTION:The Marine Institute is investigating the development of a Marine Autonomous Test Zone and we want your input. \nThe Marine Institute invites residents of The Town of Holyrood and surrounding communities to an information and public consultation session to learn more about a proposed Marine Autonomous Test Zone in Holyrood harbour. \nThe session will take place Thursday\, May 23\, 2024\, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at The Launch (Arthur W. May Building)\, 4 Northside Rd\, Holyrood\, NL. \nThis test zone will allow for the deployment and operation of uncrewed marine vehicles\, both above and below the surface\, in a specific area under an approved safety management system. The zone is being designed with other users in mind\, so it will have minimal or no impact on commercial and recreational activities in the area. \nMeet with us at The Launch to hear more about the test zone\, provide your feedback\, and learn about how MI’s work is benefiting our oceans. To register\, please contact thelaunch@mi.mun.ca.
URL:https://www.thelaunch.mi.mun.ca/event/public-consultation-session-on-proposed-marine-autonomous-test-zone/
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SUMMARY:Public Consultation Session on proposed Marine Autonomous Test Zone
DESCRIPTION:The Marine Institute is inviting residents of the Conception Bay region\, from Topsail to Port De Grave\, to an information and public consultation session about a proposed Marine Autonomous Test Zone in Conception Bay. \nThe session will take place Wednesday\, June 19\, 2024\, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at The Launch (Arthur W. May Building)\, 4 Northside Road\, Holyrood\, NL. \nTo register\, please contact thelaunch@mi.mun.ca
URL:https://www.thelaunch.mi.mun.ca/event/public-consultation-session-on-proposed-marine-autonomous-test-zone-2/
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SUMMARY:Doors Open - The Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Marine Institute and Memorial’s Office of Development and Alumni Engagement invites community members to join us for Doors Open at The Launch to explore our ground-breaking facility. We’ll be showcasing The Launch’s teaching\, learning and research in a fun\, accessible format suitable for all ages. \nOn Friday\, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, visitors are invited to drop in to enjoy a series of interactive learning exhibitions celebrating The Launch. \nThere is no charge to attend; however\, registration is required. To ensure participants’ comfort\, entrance to the event will be offered in staggered blocks. \nRegistrants will have the option to select from one of the entrance times below. \n10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\n12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.thelaunch.mi.mun.ca/event/doors-open-the-launch/
LOCATION:The Launch\, 4 Northside Road\,\, Holyrood\, NL\, A0A 1V0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:HFC Canada Workshop:  Human Factors in Remote and Autonomous Systems
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our free 1-day Human Factors in Remote and Autonomous Systems Workshop as we explore the critical role of people in the design\, operation\, and oversight of emerging technologies. As autonomy and remote operations advance\, understanding human interaction\, trust\, safety\, and decision-making become essential to ensure reliable and resilient systems. This workshop brings together experts and practitioners to share insights\, identify challenges\, and develop strategies that keep humans at the center of innovation. \n  \nClick HERE to buy tickets.
URL:https://www.thelaunch.mi.mun.ca/event/hfc-canada-workshop-human-factors-in-remote-and-autonomous-systems/
LOCATION:The Launch\, 4 Northside Road\,\, Holyrood\, NL\, A0A 1V0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Maritime Cybersecurity - Navigation your Preparedness and Response
DESCRIPTION:The Fisheries and Marine Institute is hosting its maritime cybersecurity seminar aimed at raising awareness among Canadian marine stakeholders. The event will highlight the growing risks of maritime cybersecurity and explore practical ways to mitigate them through collaboration in training\, research\, and industrial response. \n  \nThis event is offered in-person and online. \n  \nClick HERE to Register Today!
URL:https://www.thelaunch.mi.mun.ca/event/maritime-cybersecurity-navigation-your-preparedness-and-response/
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