Author: Mark Burke

Connecting with the commercial marine sector at one of the industry’s key annual events.

Seawork returns to Mayflower Park, Southampton from June 9th to 11th, bringing together professionals from across the commercial marine, workboat, and marine civils sectors. 

This event has been a long-standing fixture in the calendar for us. It provides an ideal platform to connect with people dealing with real-world challenges on the water. 

We’ll be there over all three days to discuss ongoing projects, upcoming requirements, and how our product range supports safe and reliable marine operations. 

What to expect at Seawork 2026

• Industry-focused environment: Built around commercial marine activity, with exhibitors and visitors working in vessels, ports, and infrastructure.
• Live and working displays: Equipment and systems showcased in practical, real-world conditions.
• Relevant conversations: Opportunities to connect with decision-makers and technical teams involved in active marine projects.
• Broad sector coverage: From workboats and AtoN systems to marine civils and offshore support.

You’ll find us on Stand P30 throughout the event. 

If you’re planning to attend and want to discuss a specific project or requirement, feel free to arrange a time in advance. Otherwise, you’re welcome to drop by the stand for a conversation. 

Contact us here or email graham@jfcmarine.com. 

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Connecting with harbour masters and marine professionals at one of the sector’s key spring gatherings.

March brings another opportunity to meet with the harbour and port community as the UK Harbour Masters’ Association (UKHMA) Spring Conference returns for 2026. We will be attending the event on March 24th and 25th at the John McIntyre Conference Centre, Edinburgh, Scotland. 

Held over two days, the Spring Conference is one of the UKHMA’s key annual meetings, bringing together harbour masters, port professionals, and marine industry suppliers to share knowledge and discuss developments across the sector. 

We look forward to attending and will be on site over both days. Our team welcomes attendees, industry colleagues, and friends to stop by and learn more about JFC Marine’s product range for ports, harbours, and coastal operations. 

We’re always happy to discuss our products and solutions, including:

• Aids to Navigation: Buoys, beacons, and lantern systems designed to support safe navigation.
• Mooring Buoys: Durable and dependable solutions used by ports and marinas worldwide.
• Data Buoys Platforms: Built to hold monitoring systems for environmental and oceanographic data collection.

…and plenty more from our marine range. 

If you’re planning to attend the UKHMA Spring Conference in Edinburgh, be sure to stop by and say hello. We look forward to seeing many familiar faces and meeting new ones across the marine industry. 

In the meantime, if you have any questions or want to get in touch before the event, contact us here or email us at graham@jfcmarine.com.

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Where maritime expertise, technology, and industry insight converge.

For the first time, we’re exhibiting at Euromaritime 2026, taking place from the 3rd to the 5th of February 2026 at Parc Chanot in Marseille, France. 

Euromaritime is one of the leading maritime trade shows in Europe, bringing together key players from across the maritime and ocean economy, share ideas, and explore emerging trends and technologies in the sector. 

Over three days, the exhibition hosts hundreds of exhibitors alongside a packed programme of conferences, workshops, and industry discussions covering shipbuilding, maritime equipment, ports, safety and environmental topics, innovation, and more. Visitors and exhibitors alike benefit from high-quality B2B meetings and opportunities to build new relationships across a wide range of maritime disciplines. 

Trade Fair for an Innovative Maritime Industry

• Innovation-led focus: Showcasing emerging technologies, digital solutions, and new approaches shaping the future of the maritime sector.
• Sea and inland waterways brought together: A unique platform connecting maritime and inland waterway industries under one roof.
• Conference-driven insight: Programme of talks and workshops running alongside the exhibition, led be industry experts and decision-makers.
• International blue-economy perspective: Brining together stakeholders from across Europe and beyond to exchange ideas and share best practices.

This event serves as a key platform for industry professionals, from vessel builders and equipment suppliers to marine technology specialists and port authorities, to stay ahead of market developments and to engage with the future of the blue economy. 

JFC Marine will be exhibiting from Stand J63 throughout the show, and we look forward to engaging with customers, partners, and fellow industry professionals. If you would like to schedule a meeting during the vent or reach out ahead of the show, please contact us now: info@jfcmarine.com.  

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A two-day forum for discussion, collaboration, and insight across the shellfish sector.

JFC Marine are delighted to be attending the 9th International Shellfish Conference (Schelpdier Conferentie), taking place on January 22nd and 23rd 2026 at the DaVinci Cinema, in Goes, Netherlands. 

The Schelpdier Conferentie is a well-established event with the shellfish industry, bringing together producers, researchers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders to discuss the current state and future direction of shellfish farming. The conference provides a focused setting for open discussion, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across the sector.

“Perspectives for Sustainable Production and Sales”

• This year’s theme reflects key challenges and opportunities facing the market today.
• Production methods and environmental considerations.
• Market dynamics and long-term viability throughout the sector.

…along with plenty of opportunities for networking and meeting with old colleagues as well as new connections. 

We are attending across both days and will be available to schedule discussions on site. We look forward to the many meaningful conversations and direct engagement with fellow industry professionals. 

If you’re attending the Schelpdier Conferentie and would like to arrange a meeting over the course of the event, please contact us now: info@jfcmarine.com.  

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Visit the team in London to see what’s new from JFC Marine at one of the year’s key industry events.

We’re excited to share that JFC Marine will be heading to this year’s UK Harbour Masters’ Association (UKHMA) Autumn Conference at the Victory Services Club, Marble Arch, London, on Wednesday, November 19th. 

The Autumn Conference is always a highlight on the marine industry calendar, bringing together harbour masters, port professionals, and suppliers to swap ideas, catch up on the latest innovations, and talk all things marine. 

Our team will be on-site for the day to walk you through JFC Marine solutions:

• Aids to Navigation: Buoys, beacons, and lanterns built to keep ports and waterways safe.
• Mooring Buoys: Tough, reliable designs trusted by harbours and marinas worldwide.
• Data Buoys: Flexible platforms for oceanographic, environmental, and research monitoring.

…and plenty more from our marine range. 

If you’re attending, make sure to drop by to discuss projects, view our products first-hand, or just say hello. We can’t wait! 

Want more information on our range?

Contact us now and one of our sales team will be in touch.  

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On the agenda for the day: Scottish Cultivated Shellfish – Planning for the Future

It’s that time of year once again for the Association of Scottish Shellfish Growers (ASSG) Autumn Conference, taking place on October 1st-2nd, at Corran Halls, Oban.

The event brings together shellfish growers, researchers, and industry partners to share expertise, discuss innovation, and look ahead at opportunities for the sector.

JFC Marine will be in attendance and would be delighted to meet you there. We’ll have our Single Line Rope Mussel Floats and Double Line Rope Mussel Floats on hand.

We’re also happy to discuss marking solutions for aquaculture sites, including the use of Aids to Navigation equipment such as buoys, beacons, and lights. As part of the licensing process, all sites (both new and existing) are required to be clearly marked, and this continues to be a key area of discussion across the sector.

Whether you have questions, new projects in mind, or just want to explore ideas, we’re excited to connect.

Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect from the sessions:

• The future of Scottish aquaculture, including Dennis Overton on aquaculture’s role in transforming Scotland’s food system.
• Updates from the Roslin Institute on shellfish science, and presentations on consumer engagement, marketing, and collaboration across the industry.
• Discussions on plankton monitoring, the marine microbiome, oyster seed demand, and the Shell-volution programme on mussel cultivation.

If you’re attending the conference, be sure to stop by and say hello. We look forward to linking up with colleagues, customers, and friends alike.