138th UKMPA Conference, AGM & Masterclass

18 Nov 2026 09:00AM - 20 Nov 2026 06:00PM Bristol, UK Conference

The UKMPA is excited to announce the themes of our 138th Conference focusing on “Navigating Change” and “Building Best Practice”.

This event is designed for: 

  • Maritime Pilots 
  • Tug Masters 
  • Harbour Masters 
  • Port Marine Leaders 
  • Vessel Operators 
  • Marine Safety & Training Professionals 

View the event flyer here. 

Delegates will also have the opportunity to attend an additional UKMPA Masterclass on Escort Towage: Techniques, Practice & Collaboration. This masterclass will be a focused, high-level session examining modern escort towage operations – strengthening pilot–tug collaboration and advancing best practice across UK ports.

Why attend? 

  • Refine escort tug performance understanding
  • Strengthen bridge-tug communication
  • Learn from real operational case study insights
  • Align standards across ports and operators
  • Contribute to raising industry-wide best practice

View more details on the masterclass here. 

To find out more information and book tickers, click here. 

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