FAST - 2007

Description

This is the 9th conference in the series of world-known events, held biennially, dedicated to high-speed maritime transport. The conference has already enjoyed success in Norway, Japan, Germany, Australia, the USA, United Kingdom, Italy and Russia.

FAST - 2007 will bring together academics, researchers, designers, builders, operators, owners, equipment suppliers, service providers, defense experts and economists from all over the world at the forefront of development in the high-speed maritime industry and will provide an invaluable forum for the exchange of information between those involved in the industry.

Conferense will also include an exhibition, providing a showcase for all aspects of high-speed vessels, from design to construction and services to this sector of the maritime industry.

Various types of high-speed vessels which are to be covered include:

• Passenger and cargo ships
• Yachts and pleasure boats
• Patrol boats
• Sailing boats
• Navy and coastal ships
• Racing and record-breaking boats
• Wing-in-ground effect crafts

Exhibition Sections:

• New concepts and designs of fast ships and marine vehicles
• Hull form design
• Propulsion systems
• Navigability
• Handling quality and maneuverability
• Hydro-aerodynamics
• Hull structures
• Materials
• Safety and operation
• Fast sea transportation infrastructure and economics