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CALL FOR PAPERS: The 11th International Conference on Ships and Offshore Structures (ICSOS 2026)

· By Umit Gunes · 2 min read

October 4–7, 2026 | Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye

ICSOS 2026 invites authors to submit high-quality original research, case studies, and innovative contributions addressing advances in ships, offshore structures, and related maritime technologies.

  • ICSOS 2025 was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, bringing together 93 participants from 19 countries and underscoring the conference’s global character.
  • Selected papers will be promoted to special issues of the Ships and Offshore Structures journal and the Seatific Journal, providing a rapid publication pathway.

SCOPE AND TOPICS

  • Ship design, construction, and operation
  • Offshore platforms and subsea engineering
  • Hydrodynamics, propulsion, and marine engineering
  • Structural design and materials
  • Stability, damage, and safety analysis
  • Renewable energy and zero-emission technologies
  • Digital shipyards and autonomous vessels
  • Artificial intelligence, digital twins, and IoT systems
  • Arctic and polar engineering
  • Risk assessment and emergency management
  • Human factors and cyber security

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Abstract Submission: 1 April 2026
  • Full Paper Submission: 15 May 2026
  • Full Paper Review & Selection Notice: 15 June 2026
  • Submission of Revised Papers: 1 July 2026
  • Revised Paper Review: 15 July 2026
  • Final Paper Submission: 1 August 2026
  • Conference Presentations: 4–7 October 2026
  • Journal Publication: End of 2026 onwards

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

Submit abstracts and full papers via email to: submission@icsos.info

You will receive a submission confirmation within 48 hours. If not received, please resubmit to ensure delivery.


PUBLICATION & BENEFITS

  • Conference proceedings available to registered participants
  • High-quality papers invited for special issues in:
  • Fast-track journal review process
  • Exceptional visibility for your research

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

  • October 4, 2026: Social activities and networking
  • October 5–7, 2026: Technical presentations and discussions

REVIEW & EVALUATION

All papers undergo rigorous double-blind peer review by an outstanding international scientific committee. Selection criteria include originality, significance, clarity, and practical relevance.


CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS

  • Dr. Serdar Turgut İnce, Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye
  • Dr. Ümit Güneş, Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye
  • Prof. Sören Ehlers, Technical University of Hamburg, Germany
  • Prof. Jeom-Kee Paik FREng, University College London, UK

Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye


CONTACT INFORMATION

For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, please contact the conference chairs.

About the author

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Updated on Mar 3, 2026