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The next Get Set for Workboat 2050 session will take place on 18 November, as part of the Workboat Association AGM in Leeds. This discussion will focus on one of the industry’s most dynamic and fast-evolving themes:
Autonomous and remote-operated vessels: Operational scaling and regulatory alignment
As the maritime sector advances toward greater autonomy, this session will explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the deployment of remote-operated, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous vessels. Attendees will gain insights into the emerging IMO frameworks that are guiding global regulatory approaches, while also considering the practical realities of integrating autonomy into fleet operations.
Key discussion points will include:
· Classification of maritime autonomy and how it influences operational strategy.
· Impacts on the workforce, from system supervision to the adoption of advanced control software.
· Scalable pathways for implementing autonomy across the workboat sector.
By examining both regulatory alignment and operational readiness, this session aims to provide clarity on how workboat operators can prepare for and benefit from the transition to autonomy.
