Latest news from the Kent area
Since the appointment of Marine South East’s project manager dedicated to the East Kent area, projects are now underway to help marine companies make the most of opportunities in the area. Here are just a couple of these.
Creation of a Centre of Excellence for renewable and marine technologies
East Kent Partnership is leading on the development of a new concept to link the University of Kent and its sister organisations to create a major wind farm development for the Thames Estuary, which will be managed by the London Array.
The aim is to create a major cluster of new engineering and marine related companies that will capitalise on planned transport infrastructure improvements, harness the strength of Further Education/Higher Education provision across the sub-region and reinforce the South East’s established market position in the marine and aviation sectors. It will through the creation of an internationally recognised centre for spearheading enterprise and innovation in the field of renewable energy production, carbon neutral technologies and marine technology related industries. Early discussions are underway with key stakeholders to develop the concept.
Creating a Further Education vocational centre of excellence for the Maritime Industry in Dover
South Kent College has received funding in principal from the LSC to develop a new state of the art campus within Dover town centre. This provides an opportunity to look at developing the whole of the mid town area as an attractive mixed use riverside location. The development of a new campus signifies the importance of having education as the cornerstone of the regeneration of Dover. It also provides a focus for vocational and skills development to ensure a committed and efficient workforce.
In developing this new facility the vision is for Dover FE College to become a vocational centre of excellence for the Maritime industry providing courses, training, accommodation and hospitality expertise. There will be a focus on upskilling local people, whilst developing strong links with European Partners together with academic institutions and maritime sector businesses.
If you would like to find out more about either of these issues or others affecting your business in Kent contact Richard Barron on 07882 007 811 or email richard@marinesoutheast.co.uk
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