PML Applications and Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) are heading to Oceanology International 2026 in London from 10^th to 12^th March, where the National Centre for Marine Autonomy will have its official launch on the global stage.

PML Applications and PML are proud to be Gold Sponsors of the National Centre for Marine Autonomy (NCMA) Pavilion, showcasing the UK and Plymouth’s autonomous technology capabilities. During this three-day conference, you will find PML representatives at Stand Q400, as well as giving presentations and as conference panellists.

PML Applications’ Manager of the Centre for Coastal Technologies, Sam Fawcett, will be in attendance, both representing PML Applications’ autonomous technology services and in his capacity as Smart Sound Plymouth Head of Commercial. He will deliver a presentation at the NCMA stand about Smart Sound Plymouth.

Sam commented –

‘It is an exciting time to be in Plymouth and I’m looking forward to being part of the community of organisations representing the National Centre for Marine Autonomy, both in my capacity as Smart Sound Plymouth Head of Commercial and representing PML Applications. Our combined autonomous technology services have already seen us conducting trials at sea and I am so excited to be involved in the growth of marine autonomy in Plymouth. We’ve already got plans in motion for how we are going to achieve autonomous trials packages and scale up our offerings so Oceanology International is the ideal platform to make new connections in the industry. I am particularly looking forward to seeing current technology developments from such a fast-paced, evolving sector.’

Smart Sound Plymouth is the UK’s leading testing facility for marine autonomy, uncrewed systems, and advanced ocean technologies. Led by PML, Smart Sound Plymouth has access to authorised water space for conducting autonomous technology trials and providing innovative maritime solutions, serving sectors such as defence, offshore industries and marine science.

With over 8,000 attendees and more than 500 exhibitors, Oceanology International is a leading forum for a range of communities. It brings together industry, academia, and government from across marine science and ocean technology communities.

Oceanology International is run biannually, featuring exhibitors from over 80 countries. Established in 1969, this event is a hub for learning, collaboration and problem solving across blue economy businesses and institutions. Providing a platform for sharing presentations and demonstrations, Oceanology International creates a collaborative space for discussion about the latest developments in ocean technology and the influence on ocean economy, with opportunities to explore improving strategies to protect and create a sustainable future for the ocean and waterways.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about real-world case studies, connect with global brands to discover emerging technologies and projects, and build collaborations and connections.

Oceanology International 2026 | 10^th-12^th March 2026 | Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Docks, London E16 1XL, United Kingdom