Building a Resilient Future through Regional Collaboration, Innovation and Trade

Legislators, business leaders, academics, and policymakers from the U.S. and Canada will gather in Bellevue, Washington for PNWER's 34th Annual Summit from July 20-24 to discuss regional economic best practices and trade concerns.  Throughout the event, discussions will highlight groundbreaking innovations and explore how the region can harness emerging technologies to tackle key challenges and drive future growth. It will be an opportunity to engage with our region's key decision makers on both sides of the border. 

Innovative Pathways to Thriving Communities: Technology, People, and Place-based Collaboration

The community development field continues to evolve, adapting to new challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements, changing social dynamics, and the increasing importance of regional collaboration. Building on the foundation laid by the revised Community Development Principles of Good Practice , the 2025 Annual Conference of the Community Development Society explores the theme of “Innovative Pathways to Thriving Communities: Technology, People, and Place-based Collaboration.”

Autonomous Ship Conference and Expo brings together ship designers, fleet owners, naval architects, classification societies, equipment manufacturers and maritime research organisations. Leading experts from around the world will present their views and current findings. With case studies of actual projects, academic research and results from the latest trials, the 2025 Conference and Expo provides a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas and network with this pioneering community of maritime engineers.

MegaRust is conducted annually to provide a consolidated focus on Navy corrosion issues. Corrosion is a major factor in the readiness and total ownership cost of naval systems and this conference is intended to provide updated information on programs, policies, standards and Fleet experience related to corrosion and to promote discussion and sharing of information on technologies and strategies for controlling corrosion. Hosted by American Society Naval Engineers.

Green Marine is heading to the Gulf of Mexico, more precisely to New Orleans, Louisiana! Save the dates: the conference will take place from Monday, June 9 to Wednesday, June 11 at the Hilton Riverside Hotel.

GreenTech is the not-to-be-missed event of the year for anyone interested in the maritime industry, green technologies, and innovation in sustainable maritime transportation.

The program includes renowned speakers, the exhibit hall showcases state-of-the-art exhibitors, and the event is full of networking opportunities with a large array of people keenly interested in sustainable maritime transportation, and more!

The annual conference allows Green Marine to pursue its mission since the profits generated by the event are entirely reinvested in the improvement of the environmental certification program.

Buoyant Beginnings provides you with skills and experience needed for entry-level work in the marine service business. Marine Service Technicians are those who build, maintain, and/or repair commercial or recreational boats up to 150 feet. The Buoyant Beginnings Pre-Apprenticeship, a partnership with Lummi Nation and the Whatcom Working Waterfront Foundation, provides specific training to help launch your career in the Marine Service sector.

Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest sails into Anacortes May 15-17, 2025! The show features new and brokerage boats of all sizes from your favorite brands, dealers, brokers, and exhibitors in one place, as well as seminars from experts and rendezvous evening activities.

This comprehensive three-day workshop designed to simplify ASME Section IX requirements for Welding, Brazing, and Fusing Qualifications. you’ll learn how to write cost-effective welding procedures, qualify welders efficiently, and gain a practical understanding of key processes. Attendees will receive a hard copy of the latest ASME Section IX and can earn up to 24 PDHs.

Quebec has a long maritime history in shipbuilding, ship design, and high ice class vessel operations. Quebec is also a province with a number of storied shipowners who operate globally as well as locally and in the arctic. Quebec is also a province with world leading strategies to develop fuel technologies for marine, land and energy.

This conference will focus on sustainable technologies to build and power ships operating around the globe into a decarbonized future from digital solutions to ship design to propulsion technologies. We will bring together world class shipbuilders, Naval Architects, digital development companies, research and development institutions, Classification societies, Regulatory organizations, and vessel operators to have open and thoughtful dialogue on how we can prepare ourselves for the challenges of the future, and share best practises already in use today.

To bring awareness and recognition to the hard-working professionals who work on boats, the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has designated the last week in April International Marine Service Technician Week. Businesses, associations, and boaters are encouraged to participate by celebrating and highlighting their marine technicians!

Experience the ultimate gathering of materials protection professionals. Join over 6,000 materials protection experts, industry leaders, and tech visionaries for an exceptional event. Experience an extensive program with more than 600 hours of cutting-edge content, participate in enlightening technical sessions led by industry pioneers, get updated with the latest peer-reviewed research, and explore over 300,000 sq. feet of exhibition space.

• Build strong education-workforce connections, opportunities and experiences.

• Cultivate a comprehensive and collaborative work-based learning ecosystem.

• Provide students with core employability, technical and career-readiness skills.

Two-day training opportunity is for people with little or no experience in commercial fishing.  The course will introduce a number of skills, including welding for quick fixes, fiber glass repairs, engine trouble shooting, net mending, and knot tying. Participants will also have the opportunity to get out on a boat and learn some navigation skills. The course is meant to give folks some basic familiarity with the types of skills used in commercial fishing and introduce them to this critical sector of the maritime industry. 

Join us for Marine Log’s TTB 2025, the premier event dedicated to the tug, towboat, and barge market. The 2025 conference will focus on navigating success through innovative strategies combined with proven best practices to optimize your business operations. Explore the latest trends, technologies, and solutions designed to enhance efficiency and productivity in your operations. Engage with industry leaders, participate in lively discussions, and discover actionable insights that will help you streamline your processes and drive growth.

The Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) scholarship pays for up to two years of college tuition, training or other expenses. The Legislature created this scholarship to highlight career and technical education (CTE), and help students achieve their goals. Applications due March 10, 2025.

All on-vessel positions at Washington State Ferries (WSF) require maritime credentials. If you want to work for WSF but need help covering the cost of getting credentials, you can apply for a scholarship. Applications are now being accepted through May 16, 2025, or until funding is exhausted. More than 50 scholarships will be awarded! Apply early for best consideration. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The National Working Waterfront Network’s Conference is the only national event that brings together people from across North America to connect with one another and showcase initiatives that protect and promote working waterfronts. Working waterfronts include waterfront lands, waterfront infrastructure, and waterways that are used for water-dependent activities, such as ports, marinas, small recreational boat harbors, and fishing docks.

The Seattle Boat Show stands as a testament to the deep-rooted love for all things nautical, showcasing an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and cutting-edge marine technology. At the Seattle Boat Show, you’ll be able to view hundreds of boats, and learn all about them from Seattle Boat Show exhibitors. You can also attend our free one-hour seminars during the show.

Floating Wind Solutions, held annually in Houston, is the ultimate opportunity for those who are presently involved in or seeking entry into floating wind. FWS facilitates network opportunities with the right experienced people while gaining knowledge of the technical solutions available and supply chain innovations on demand. Floating Wind Solutions’ mission is to utilize this platform to bring together the many critical players within the wind and offshore industries enabling accelerated adoption of Floating Wind Energy globally. This premier event’s primary goal is to accelerate the Energy Transition, by focusing on the industrialization and commercialization of Floating Wind Energy.

Attention deep water and ocean towing masters, pilots, fleet management administrators, regulators and navigation operations professionals!

The Largest Commercial Marine Trade Show on the West Coast, Serving Commercial Mariners From Alaska to California

Commercial Mariners from around the world will unite once again in New Orleans for the International WorkBoat Show.

Marine Log’s 37th annual FERRIES Conference will take place in Seattle, WA, on October 29 & 30, 2024. FERRIES 2024 is an opportunity for the North American ferry industry to come together to share experiences, network, and discover new products and services.

The Sea Sisters Retreat is all about bringing maritime women together for fun, rest, relaxation and network building! This is our second annual event, and we look forward to building on the experience of our 2023 retreat.
The event will be held at NatureBridge Golden Gate, located at Fort Cronkhite in Sausalito, California. We hope you'll join us!

Hosted by the Equity Engagement Team at Maritime Blue. This two-day event is designed specifically for maritime employers to tackle important DEI topics and trends, helping to diversify the workforce in our industry. Led by the experienced Jenny Johnson from Maritime Inclusion Partners, participants will gain valuable insights and tools to create more inclusive workplaces.