Event Type: Technical lecture

07 November 2019 18:45 to 20:00

The Waverley is an iconic treasure for Scotland, the last seagoing paddle steamer in the world. She must sail again next year - particularly because 2020 is Scotland's year of Coasts and Waters. This presentation will cover the history of the Waverley and it engineering challenges. A well-loved steamer needs a major restoration. Over £400K of new funds is needed for this National Treasure to set sail in 2020.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 June 2019 19:00 to 20:00

The next meeting of the Thurso Area Panel will be held on Friday 7 June 2019 at Pentland Hotel, Thurso in the Upper stairs Library, commences 7pm. This will be the Annual General Meeting for 2019 and will include the election of office bearers.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

15 February 2019 19:00 to 21:00

More than a decade of research and development in marine energy has failed to result in a technology upon which we can base a marine renewables industry. Floating tidal is the idea that will make marine energy a global industry. Scotrenewables floating tidal prototype has generated 3GWh in a year, the most by any single tidal device in the world, and the company has a plan for the next generation of floating tidal turbines which will bring tidal energy costs in line with those of offshore wind.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical lecture

05 October 2018 19:30 to 21:00

The talk is about the story of the MARS Rover Curiosity and its exploration of Mount Sharp, in its search for habitable environments. Refreshments will be provided. Non members welcome.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical visit

16 May 2018 15:45 to 17:30

NOTE: CHANGE TO ADVERTISED DATE AND TIME Site visit to SSE Networks HVDC substation (under construction) at new Spittal, Caithness. Bring own Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Ticket only event.

Industry: Power Industries