IMarEST to Host 2nd Ship Noise and Vibration Conference

It is well understood that excessive vibration – whether engine, propeller or other machinery – reduces the life expectancy of machinery and equipment, as well as inducing structural fatigue.

The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology’s (IMarEST) second Ship Noise and Vibration Conference (London, 19-20 June 2013) will fully explore all the machinery, HVAC and hydrodynamic influences on the problems and offer solutions, not least the impact of the problem on humans and marine life – expected to be the next big regulatory challenge for shipping.

“This second conference builds on the success of the inaugural event in the series held three years ago,” explains IMarEST’s Chief Executive, David Loosley. “Science and technology have moved on in that time; so too has the need for action. We look forward to welcoming shipowners, operators and managers; flag and port states; shipbuilders and shiprepairers; class societies’; specialist manufacturers and testing providers to two stimulating days of discussion.”

Chaired by Professor John Carlton, FREng, City University London, the 2nd IMarEST Ship Noise and Vibration Conference comprises four sessions over the two days looking at measurement; propulsor cavitation, vibration and noise; shipboard vibration and noise; and radiated noise and the marine environment.

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Press Release, April 19, 2013