ATENA NAV 2025

07/08/2025

⚓ Marina Militare at NAV 2025: Research, Technology, and Operational Vision

Marina Militare’s strong commitment to research and innovation was reflected in its active participation in the NAV 2025 – International Conference on Ships and Maritime Research, held from 18 to 20 June at the University of Messina - Department of Engineering.

The event gathered leading experts to explore current and future challenges in naval engineering, digital transformation, and maritime sustainability.
In this context, Marina Militare took part not only as an institutional partner of the event but also as a key contributor, presenting four original papers authored by officers from the Corps of Naval Engineers:

🔹 C.F. (GM-GN) Simone BOZZO - “Analysis of the Virtual Towing Tank Accuracy by Means of a New EFD Database"
🔹 C.F. (GM-GN) Michele GIANNELLA “Preliminary Analysis on the Integration of Directed Energy Systems in the Next Generation Surface Naval Vessels"
🔹 C.C. (GM-GN) Stefano DE CICCO “Preliminary Design of a Full-Lithium-ion Battery Conventional Submarine"
🔹 S.T.V. (GM-AN) Daniele BET “Concept Design and Subsystems Integration of a Multi Capability Drone Carrier Warship"

They highlighted Marina Militare’s central role in advancing naval technology and reaffirmed the value of integrating operational expertise with scientific research.

🔗 Read more on the Marina Militare's official website: https://www.marina.difesa.it/media-cultura/Notiziario-online/Pagine/20250708_NAV_Conference_2025.aspx

Sito ufficiale della Marina Militare Italiana

22/07/2025

🚢 NAV 2025 – A Historic Milestone for the Italian Academic Community

The 21st International Conference on Ships and Maritime Research, held in Messina from 18 to 20 June 2025, marked an important step forward for the national and international maritime research community.
🔹 For the first time in the history of the event, NAV was held under the joint patronage of all Italian universities offering Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering degree programs:
▶️ Università degli Studi di Messina (Co-organizer)
⚪ Università di Genova
⚪ Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II
⚪ Università degli Studi di Napoli "Parthenope"
⚪ Università degli studi di Trieste

This collective support underscores the growing relevance and cohesion of the academic and scientific landscape in the naval sector.

Thanks for the patronage also to Marina Militare, Ordine degli Ingegneri Provincia di Messina and Autorità di Sistema Portuale dello Stretto.

Last, but not least, the success of this edition is the result of the remarkable efforts of the Conference Organizing Committee, the Local Organizing Committee, and the Scientific Committee, who ensured high-quality contributions, strong participation, and a smooth and engaging experience for all attendees.

🌊 NAV 2025 confirms itself as a central forum for knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration in naval and maritime engineering.