Alex Ockenden

Following a search lasting six months to discover and recognise excellence in marine surveying, the IIMS Silver Jubilee Awards for Excellence were announced on 31 August 2016 at Regent’s University in central London as part of the Institute’s 25th anniversary celebrations.

Presentations of the crystal trophies were made by Sir Alan Massey during a splendid luncheon and ceremony. Sir Alan, who is Chief Executive Officer of the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency, also addressed around 100 delegates at the end of the ceremony when he gave a short key note speech. Continue reading “IIMS Silver Jubilee Awards”

Members of the IIMS came from far and wide to celebrate the Institute’s 25th anniversary and silver jubilee in London on 31 August and 1 September 2016. Three iconic venues across the city had been chosen to mark this special occasion in what turned out to be two action packed days.

Regent’s University, set in the heart of one of the jewels of London, Regent’s Park, is a splendid building dating from the 1920s. The Gala Dinner was held in the historic Museum of London Docklands, dating back to the early 1800s. And the second day, comprising ten presentations, took place in the splendour and serenity of The Old Library, Lloyd’s of London. Continue reading “25th Anniversary Conference 2016”