2026 YouTube Videos
Conferences provide one of many ways to bring Directors and members together to network and discuss issues of concern.
Eric McIlwain, and Vice Chair, Gregory Marsden discuss their views of the success of the 2026 AIMS Biennial Conference.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
Today’s video features Kerryn Woonings sharing her views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for her as a member and her view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
Today’s video features Wade Nagel sharing his views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for him as a member and his view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
Today’s video features Stuart Marra sharing his views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for him as a member and his view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
Today’s video features Margot De Villiers sharing her views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for her as a member and his view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
This video features Captain Peter Murday sharing his views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for him as a member and his view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
This video features Maike Fritz Ligan – Soco sharing her views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for him as a member and her view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
This video features Gregory Marsden, the Institute’s Vice Chair sharing his views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for him as a member and his view on the future of the Institute.
Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership
This video features Andrew Laughlin sharing his views on the need for AIMS, a moment that stood out for him as a member and his view on the future of the Institute.
2026 marks 40 years of operations for AIMS. Industry bodies do not achieve longevity without the assistance of members who have volunteered their time, knowledge, and skills – whether serving on Boards or specialist subcommittees. We will formally celebrate this milestone in May so come and join us in Fremantle on 7 and 8 May 2026.
2025 YouTube Videos
Thanks to Fabian Pasquini and Matt Kuc from Austbrokers Countrywide for supporting the 2026 AIMS Conference. You can access information regarding sponsorship opportunities and booking tickets by using this link: https://aimsurveyors.com.au/conference2026/
If you would like more information, please contact me at the office on +61 2 6232 6555 or gm@aimsurveyors.com.au.
Posted: 16 December
Great speaking with Andrew Fielding, Chief Executive Officer of the Boating Industry Association.
Posted: 24 November
I am grateful for an update of the work undertaken by the Boating Industry Association of Victoria by its Chief Executive Officer Steve Walker.
Posted: 18 November
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt William Burton is a member of AIMS and a Board director. He was asked why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 27 October
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt William Burton is a member of AIMS and a Board director. He was asked about key issues facing the marine surveyor industry.
Posted: 20 October
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt William Burton is a member of AIMS and a Board director. He was asked why he became a marine surveyor.
Posted: 13 October
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt Scott Aiton, is a member of AIMS and our Company Secretary. He was asked why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 6 October
The conference will take place on 7 and 8 May 2026 at the Fremantle Sailing Club, 151 Marine Terrace, South Fremantle. Our conference sponsors are critical to the delivery of a great industry event.
Posted: 2 October
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt Scott Aiton, is a member of AIMS and our Company Secretary. He was asked about key issues facing the marine surveyor industry.
Posted: 29 September
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt Scott Aiton n is a member of AIMS and Company Secretary. He was asked why he became a marine surveyor.
Posted: 22 September
Thanks to Eric McIlwain, AIMS Chair, for supporting the 2026 AIMS Conference. You can access information regarding sponsorship opportunities and booking tickets by using this link: https://aimsurveyors.com.au/conference2026/
If you would like more information, please contact me at the office on +61 2 6232 6555 or gm@aimsurveyors.com.au.
Posted: 19 September
Thanks to Maike Fritz Ligan – Soco from Howells Maritime Services for supporting the 2026 AIMS Conference. You can access information regarding sponsorship opportunities and booking tickets by using this link: https://aimsurveyors.com.au/conference2026/
If you would like more information, please contact me at the office on +61 2 6232 6555 or gm@aimsurveyors.com.au.
Posted: 19 September
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Michael Fitzallen is a member of AIMS. He was asked why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 15 September
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Michael Fitzallen is a member of AIMS. He was asked about key issues facing the marine surveyor industry.
Posted: 8 September
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Michael Fitzallen is a member of AIMS. He was asked why he became a marine surveyor.
Posted: 1 September
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Cameron Hicks is a member of AIMS. He was asked why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 25 August
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Cameron Hicks is a member of AIMS. He was asked about key issues facing the marine surveyor industry.
Posted: 18 August
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Cameron Hicks is a member of AIMS. He was asked why he became a marine surveyor.
Posted: 12 August
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt Peter Murday is a past Chair and member of AIMS. Peter was asked why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 4 August
I am happy to share an update to planning for the AIMS conference. A huge thanks to Wade Nagel, Kerryn Woonings and Stuart Marra our conference planning team in Western Australia for their time and effort in helping to deliver a first-class event. We have confirmed these amazing speakers for the event. More details on speakers will be announced later this year.
You can access information regarding sponsorship opportunities and booking tickets by using this link: https://aimsurveyors.com.au/conference2026/
If you would like more information, please contact the office on +61 2 6232 6555 or gm@aimsurveyors.com.au.
Posted: 29 July
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt Peter Murday is a past Chair and member of AIMS. Peter was asked about key issues facing the marine surveyor industry.
Posted: 28 July
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Capt Peter Murday is a past Chair and member of AIMS. Peter was asked why he became a marine surveyor.
Posted: 1 July
AIMS workshops and webinars provide members with opportunities to engage with marine surveyor, maritime industry, insurance, and business development content.
Posted: 1 May
Kell Dillon – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Resilience in MSQ’s Infrastructure
Posted: 15 March
Dianna Smith – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – AMSA’s Accredited Marine Surveyor Scheme
Posted: 4 March
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Paul Willing is an AIMS member and this video provides his response to why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 5 March
Welcome to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Paul Willing is an AIMS member and this video provides his response to what he sees as key issues in the commercial vessel sector from a marine surveyor perspective.
Posted: 4 March
Welcome back to the ‘Meet a Surveyor’ series. Paul Willing is an AIMS member, and this video provides his response to why he became a marine surveyor.
Posted: 3 March
Meet a Surveyor – Andrew Laughlin, Part 3 of 3 – Andrew is an AIMS member and Chair of the Recreational Survey Standards Sub-Committee. This video provides his response to why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 24 February
Meet a Surveyor – Andrew Laughlin, Part 2 of 3 – Andrew is an AIMS member and Chair of the Recreational Survey Standards Sub-Committee. Andrew was asked to comment on the issues raised by the public regarding buying and selling vessels.
Posted: 25 February
Meet a Surveyor – Andrew Laughlin, Part 1 of 3 – Andrew is an AIMS member and Chair of the Recreational Survey Standards Sub-Committee. This video provides his response why he became a marine surveyor?
Posted: 24 February
Meet a Surveyor – Eric McIlwain, Part 3 of 3 – Eric is the Chair of the Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors and this video provides his response to why marine surveying is important.
Posted: 20 February
Meet a Surveyor – Eric McIlwain, Part 2 of 3 – Eric is the Chair of the Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors and this video provides his response to what he sees as key issues in the domestic commercial survey sector.
Posted: 19 February
Meet a Surveyor – Eric McIlwain, Part 1 of 3 – Eric is the Chair of the Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors and this video provides his response to why he became a marine surveyor?
Posted: 18 February
WISTA Australia and AIMS Partnership – 17 Feb 2025
Posted: 17 February
2024 YouTube Videos
Nick Parkyn – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – AI and Marine Surveying
Posted: 6 December
Dr Nirman Jayarathne – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Uncrewed Surface Vessels
Posted: 25 November
Greg Hansen – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – The legal liability of a Marine Surveyor
Posted: 15 November
Eric McIlwain – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Australian Builders Plate
Posted: 14 November
Curtis Florager – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Impact of alternative fuels on ship design
Posted: 7 November
Kerryn Woonings – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – BEVs and the Future of Shipping
Posted: 7 November
James Neil – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Developments in P&I
Posted: 31 October
Jonathan Mamaril – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Termination of Employment
Posted: 29 October
2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – BIA Presentation – Andrew Fielding
Posted: 17 October
Dr Luke van der Laan – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Keynote Address
Posted: 16 October
John Holden – 2024 AIMS Biennial Conference – Chairman’s Review
Posted: 15 October
Nathan Clark – Vessel Building Quality
Posted: 10 June