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134th UKMPA Conference

by United Kingdom Maritime Pilots Association - published on 4 November 2021 - 126 -

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This event lies in the past.

27.09.2022 - 29.09.2022

Line-up of conference speakers, with the theme of "Piloting the Future", together with events at the "Dynamic Earth" and the renowned cocktail bar "TigerLily", in Edinburgh.

27th Sept (pm): Welcome reception

28th Sept: Conference Day 1 & evening dinner

29th Sept: Conference Day 2

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