Industry Cluster
IMERC Industry
IMERC industry clients range from SMEs to Multinational Corporations. New industry partners are always welcome. IMERC support to industry spans a range of activities, including:
Access to national test-bed facilities
Collaboration in innovation partnerships
Campus based industry suites
Brokering and networking events
Joint venture partnerships
Showcase
Industry led R&D projects aim to deliver new products and services into the marketplace. Projects underway cover developments such as software for dynamic ship refit scheduling, ocean energy device development, and power takeoff and control systems.
Strategic Pillars
Exploitation of the human capital within IMERC requires a focus on priority thematic areas, designed to leverage from the core strengths within the IMERC community. The strategic pillars around which people, enterprise and institutions are focused are:
Marine Energy
Shipping, Logistics and Transport
Maritime Safety and Security
Yachting Products and Services