SKYLD Security and Defence LTD, in collaboration with the Department of Engineering at the University of Nicosia and the Cyprus Maritime Academy, is pleased to announce the symposium “AI-Enhanced Predictive Maintenance for Maritime Systems”, taking place on Friday, 24 April 2026, at Loft Nicosia, from 10:00 to 13:00.
The symposium will bring together industry leaders, researchers, classification society representatives, and technology innovators to examine how artificial intelligence is reshaping maritime maintenance, improving reliability, and supporting greater operational efficiency across the sector.
A key part of the event will be the presentation of the main outcomes of the Maritime Health Usage and Monitoring System (MHUMS) project, funded by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) under the CO-DEVELOP programme. The MHUMS project has developed advanced AI-driven diagnostic and prognostic tools that support predictive maintenance, condition-based decision-making, and lifecycle optimisation for maritime assets.
Through expert presentations, technical sessions, and an industry panel discussion, the symposium aims to highlight practical pathways for the adoption of AI-enabled maintenance strategies in maritime operations, while also encouraging dialogue between research, technology, and industry stakeholders.
Preliminary Programme
09:30 – 10:00 | Registration
10:00 – 10:20 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
10:20 – 10:40 | Keynote Address
10:40 – 11:00 | MHUMS Project Presentation
11:00 – 11:20 | Technical Session I
11:20 – 11:40 | Technical Session II
11:40 – 12:10 | Coffee Break & Networking
12:10 – 12:50 | Industry Panel Discussion
12:50 – 13:00 | Closing Remarks & Next Steps
13:00 – 14:00 | Reception & Networking
Those interested in attending may register here:
RSVP: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/WctY7skGXU
SKYLD looks forward to welcoming participants to a timely and forward-looking discussion on the role of AI in the future of maritime maintenance.
