Southampton’s Maritime Centre of Excellence gains planning

Southampton is set to become the UK’s leading maritime research city with the council resolving to grant detailed planning approval for the first phase of the Maritime Centre of Excellence. This will be based at the University of Southampton’s Boldrewood Campus and is subject to approval by the Government Office of the South East. The new campus is the result of a vision shared by the University of Southampton and Lloyd’s Register, the world-renowned maritime organisation.

Outline planning approval for the redevelopment of the campus was granted in June 2008, and the first phase will deliver two high-quality buildings, an extension to an existing building, and landscaping of the site which respects the proximity of the campus to the Common. One of these buildings will be occupied by the marine professionals of Lloyd's Register together with the University's maritime engineers.

This significant strategic investment by Lloyd’s Register will enhance the University’s position at the leading edge of maritime education and research and will also greatly benefit the city’s economy, reinforcing Southampton’s status as one of the worlds leading maritime centres.

Cllr Royston Smith Cabinet Member for Economic Development said,” The Maritime Centre of Excellence is a major landmark for the city. It brings together two of the UK’s leading Maritime Institutions confirming Southampton as the home for excellence in this industry. The council is keen to offer its continuing support to Lloyd’s Register and the University of Southampton. This remarkable enterprise will greatly benefit the city’s economy and encourage other leading maritime industries to consider moving here.”

Press release issued by The University of Southampton

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