The Marine Technology Society (MTS) is a professional society that serves the international community of approximately 3,800 ocean engineers, technologists, policy-makers, and educators. The goal of the society, which was founded in   1963 , is to promote awareness, understanding , advancement and application of marine technology.        The association is based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. Former executive directors include Martin Finnerty, Judith T. Krauthamer and Richard Lawson. The society consists of 29 technical disciplines and presently has 17 sections, including overseas sections in Japan , Korea and Norway . In addition, MTS has 23 student sections                  at colleges and universities with related fields of study . The flagship publication of the society is the MTS Journal. The journal is published 6 times annually and primarily features themed issues consisting of invited papers. The journal has a current ISI Impact Factor of .763 MTS sponsors several conferencesof note, including the OCEANS Conference (co-sponsosed with IEEE/OES), Underwater Intervention (co-sponsored with ADCI), Dynamic Positioning Conference, biennial Buoy Workshop (co-sponsored with the Office of Naval Research), and the hot-topic workshop series TechSurge. In 1969 the group held its annual convention in Miami Beach. The convention was addressed by Spiro Agnew, who was then Vice President of the United States.  In 1993 the laser line scan, a U. S. Navy photography secret, made its debut at the society sponsored trade show in New Orleans. Broad, William J. (1997). The universe below: discovering the secrets of the deep sea. New York: Simon           & Schuster. pp. 88-89.               .
The Marine Technology Society (MTS) professional society established in 1963 with the goal of advancing the creation and application of marine technologies. With over 1,500 members in 20 countries, MTS is the largest professional society devoted to fostering diverse uses of marine technologies within the research, industrial and military communities. The Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., USA. The MTS is a leading source of information about marine technology through its peer-reviewed journal, the Marine Technology Society Journal and international conferences. Our members use various marine technologies to explore the ocean, seas and lakes, to measure and monitor the health of our waters and aquatic creatures, predict impacts of events from storms to tsunamis, to rescue and repair after events occur, to generate energy from renewable resources, to extract natural resources, to safeguard jurisdictions, to innovate new solutions, and to educate the next generation of the workforce. History and Mission of MTS The Marine Technology Society was incorporated in June 1963 to give members of academia, government and industry a common forum for the exchange of information and ideas, and to “make real contributions in fostering progress in the marine sciences for the benefit of mankind.” Our Mission is to: · Facilitate a broader understanding of the relevance of marine technology to wider global issues by enhancing the dissemination of marine technology information · Promote and improve marine technology and related educational programs · Advance the development of the tools and procedures required to explore, study and further the responsible and sustainable use of the oceans Our Vision is to be the leading authority and advocate for marine technology and resources while promoting member success and public understanding. Organization The MTS structure allows for leadership at the international, national and local levels, as well as in specialized subject areas. The Board of Directors is comprised of MTS members who are elected every three years by the membership. The Council provides advice to the Board of Directors on the technical, business and financial affairs of the society. The Council consists of the nationally elected Board of Directors, locally elected Section chairs and those Professional Committee chairs who request a seat on the Council, and two student members. MTS Sections are located all over the world including: · India · Japan · Korea · Newfoundland-Labrador · Norway · SingaporeUnited States: · Florida · Great Lakes · Gulf Coast · Hampton Roads · Hawaii · Houston· Monterey · New England · Oregon · Puget Sound · San Diego · Washington, D.C. MTS Student Sections are hosted at colleges and universities all over the world . MTS Technical Committees are technical interest groups that bring together members interested in the following topics: · Bio-Inspired Marine Systems · Buoy Technology · Cables Connectors · Dynamic Positioning · Manned Underwater Vehicles · Marine Geodetic Information Systems · Ocean Observing Systems · Marine engineering · Marine ecosystem protection and remediation · Naval architecture· Navigation · Oceanographic Instrumentation · Remote Sensing · Remotely Operated Vehicles · Ropes & Tension · Safety and defense · Seafloor Engineering · Sea Surface and Sub-Surface Support · Underwater Imaging · Unmanned Maritime Systems The MTS Headquarters Staff supports all the activities conducted by the Society members. Conferences MTS and its members organize a number of conferences, meetings, and workshops around the world including: OCEANS – our premier conference, co-hosted by IEEE-OES, occurs twice a year in various locations, bringing together the leading innovators, analysts, and producers of marine technology, research, and education. Underwater Intervention – led by the MTS ROV committee, co-hosted by ADCI, draws industry leaders from across the country and around the globe for networking, thought sharing and relationship building. Buoy Workshop - MTS Buoy Technology Committee leads this opportunity to engage people working in buoy technology to share the latest methods and technology. Dynamic Positioning Conference - The MTS Dynamic Positioning Committee leads this professional symposium covering the latest dynamic positioning developments and technology. TechSurges – Conducted by MTS members and partner organizations all over the world, TechSurges are small workshops to address “hot topics” in the marine technology community. OTC – MTS is a partner in the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) where for over 50 years, energy professionals have been exchanging ideas and advancing scientific knowledge. Awards MTS annually recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of the marine technology community the MTS awards program, conducted annually during an OCEANS conference. By their commitment to their profession, advancing marine technologies, innovation in application of marine technologies, and efforts to further the Society's mission, MTS award winners exemplify the best in the field. Current awards include: MTS Fellow Compass Distinguished Achievement Award Compass International Award Compass Industrial Award Captain Don Walsh Award for Ocean Exploration Lockheed Martin Award for Ocean Science and Engineering Ocean News and Technology Young Professional Award MTS Outstanding Service Award MTS Outstanding Section Award MTS Outstanding Committee Award MTS Outstanding Student Section Award John P. Craven Mentor Award Walter Munk Scholar Award and Commemorative Lecture Publications Marine Technology Society Journal is the flagship publication of the Marine Technology Society. It publishes the highest caliber, peer-reviewed papers six times a year on subjects of interest to the society: marine technology, ocean science, marine policy, and education. Currents is an eNewsletter focused on society-wide and industry news and events, business announcements and information, scientific briefs and articles, and member news. Eddies is an eNewsletter focused on emerging marine technologies as well as scientific and industry advances and accomplishments. Scholarships In addition to programs supporting student interest and persistence in the field of marine technology, each year MTS awards significant scholarship funding to college graduate, undergraduate, and senior high school students who have been accepted into full-time marine-related programs (with a focus on marine technology, marine engineering, or marine science) .
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Conferences MTS and its members organize a number of conferences, meetings, and workshops around the world including:
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OCEANS – our premier conference, co-hosted by IEEE-OES, occurs twice a year in various locations, bringing together the leading innovators, analysts, and producers of marine technology, research, and education. Underwater Intervention – led by the MTS ROV committee, co-hosted by ADCI, draws industry leaders from across the country and around the globe for networking, thought sharing and relationship building. Buoy Workshop - MTS Buoy Technology Committee leads this opportunity to engage people working in buoy technology to share the latest methods and technology. Dynamic Positioning Conference - The MTS Dynamic Positioning Committee leads this professional symposium covering the latest dynamic positioning developments and technology. TechSurges – Conducted by MTS members and partner organizations all over the world, TechSurges are small workshops to address “hot topics” in the marine technology community. OTC – MTS is a partner in the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) where for over 50 years, energy professionals have been exchanging ideas and advancing scientific knowledge.
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Awards MTS annually recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of the marine technology community the MTS awards program, conducted annually during an OCEANS conference. By their commitment to their profession, advancing marine technologies, innovation in application of marine technologies, and efforts to further the Society's mission, MTS award winners exemplify the best in the field.
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MTS Fellow Compass Distinguished Achievement Award Compass International Award Compass Industrial Award Captain Don Walsh Award for Ocean Exploration Lockheed Martin Award for Ocean Science and Engineering Ocean News and Technology Young Professional Award MTS Outstanding Service Award MTS Outstanding Section Award MTS Outstanding Committee Award MTS Outstanding Student Section Award John P. Craven Mentor Award Walter Munk Scholar Award and Commemorative Lecture
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Publications
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Marine Technology Society Journal is the flagship publication of the Marine Technology Society. It publishes the highest caliber, peer-reviewed papers six times a year on subjects of interest to the society: marine technology, ocean science, marine policy, and education. Currents is an eNewsletter focused on society-wide and industry news and events, business announcements and information, scientific briefs and articles, and member news. Eddies is an eNewsletter focused on emerging marine technologies as well as scientific and industry advances and accomplishments.
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Scholarships In addition to programs supporting student interest and persistence in the field of marine technology,
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each year MTS awards significant scholarship funding to college graduate, undergraduate, and senior high school students who have been accepted into full-time marine-related programs (with a focus on marine technology, marine engineering, or marine science)