SOME objective is to present up-to-date research and academic papers and applied operational solutions; create interesting discussions about important issues for the maritime industry; and create business opportunities by bringing together maritime economists, ship operators, technical and financial managers, naval architects, marine engineers, academics, classification societies and marine transportation policy-makers.

Its 2-day program is scheduled to comprise keynote speeches, presentations given by key players from the industry, panels, a student contest debate as well as an expo hall.

SOME also aims at awarding scholarships to future industry players, students, with funds collected from sponsors. Theodoros Kardaras, a recently-awarded undergraduate scholarship winner, has already set the bar high.

If you wish to get more information on SOME, visit SOME 2018 webpage. Author, sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities are available by contacting the organizers. Now you can enjoy early-bird registration fees by registering online.