American Society of Naval Engineers - ASNE

06/23/2026

One Conference. Every Agency. One Mission.
When the call goes out — search and rescue, emergency response, force protection, homeland security — there's no time to wonder if the Fleet is ready. That's your job. Your responsibility. Your watch.

MACC 2026 exists to make sure you're ready for it. To give you the knowledge, the connections, the technology updates, and the relationships that make you better at what you do — so that when your community needs you, the answer is never in doubt.

The name says it all: Multi-Agency Craft Conference. MACC is one of the few events in the country where Coast Guard personnel, Navy operators, police marine units, harbor patrols, fire and rescue agencies, emergency managers, port authorities, military acquisition professionals, engineers, and industry leaders are all in the same room. Because the missions they support don't stop at organizational boundaries. And neither do the solutions.

This year's theme — America's Front-Line Fleet: Built for the Hardest Mission. Holding the Line. — reflects the professionals MACC exists to serve. The people operating where the mission is immediate, the stakes are high, and the communities they protect are counting on them to get it right.

YOU'LL MEET
› Coast Guard operators, Navy professionals & military personnel
› Marine police, harbor patrol officers & port operations leaders
› Emergency managers, public safety leaders & first responders
› Engineers, acquisition professionals, industry experts & technology developers

YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT
› Maritime operations, small craft technology & emerging autonomous systems
› Force protection, homeland security & interagency coordination
› Operational lessons learned from practitioners across every discipline
› New capabilities, procurement pathways & technology demonstrations

Most conferences provide information. The best conferences provide information and relationships. MACC provides both — and has for 138 years.

Portsmouth, Virginia. July 14–16. Your mission brought you here. Let MACC take you further.

Secure Your Seat Today →
https://www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/MACC2026
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06/18/2026

Three days. Zero cost for military and government professionals. One conference defining the future of maritime operations.

Register for MACC '26 now at www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/MACC2026

Space is limited — and professionals from across the maritime community are already securing their place...

The Multi-Agency Craft Conference (MACC) unites operators, engineers, acquisition professionals, law enforcement, first responders, government leaders, and industry innovators for three days of learning, networking, and collaboration.

At MACC, you'll:

- Connect with government and industry leaders shaping the future of maritime security

- Learn about emerging technologies and mission capabilities before they reach the fleet

- Meet potential employers, business partners, customers, and teammates

- Gain insights from technical presentations, panel discussions, and operational experts

- Discover solutions that improve readiness, maintenance, and mission effectiveness

- Explore new career opportunities and professional development pathways

Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned professional, MACC is where meaningful connections are made, ideas are exchanged, and careers are advanced.

Active Duty military personnel, government civilians, and students register free.

Join us July 14–16, 2026, at the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel in Portsmouth, Virginia.

EXHIBIT • SPONSOR • REGISTER

Seats are going fast — register now at

www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/MACC2026

06/17/2026

The Coast Guard operator. The engineer. The emergency manager. The port authority professional.

Different responsibilities. Shared goals.

At MACC You'll:
• Learn from peers
• Discover technologies
• Exchange lessons learned
• Build relationships before you need them
• Expand your professional network

The strongest teams are built before the crisis arrives.

Register Today:
https://www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/MACC2026

06/16/2026

Every successful deployment begins long before a ship leaves the pier.

FMMS brings together engineers, maintainers, planners, program managers, and industry partners responsible for keeping the Fleet ready.

At FMMS You'll:
• Hear from senior military and civilian leaders
• Explore modernization technologies
• Participate in Innovation Theater discussions
• Learn from technical papers and industry experts

The Fleet doesn't maintain itself. The professionals who attend FMMS help ensure readiness.

Learn More:
https://www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/FMMS2026

06/10/2026

Attend MACC 2026 Free — Government, Military & Public Safety Professionals

Government, Military, Public Safety, and Law Enforcement Professionals…

This offer applies to:

- Active Duty Military Personnel
- Reserve Personnel in Active Duty Status
- Federal, State, and Local Government Employees

MACC 2026 takes place July 14–16 at the Renaissance Portsmouth Waterfront Hotel in Portsmouth, Virginia — bringing together operators, engineers, first responders, acquisition professionals, Coast Guard personnel, harbor patrols, port authorities, and maritime technology leaders from across the country.

Conference topics include:
- Maritime Operations, Security, and Mission Readiness
- Search and Rescue, Public Safety, and Emergency Response
- Vessel Engineering, Maintenance, Modernization, and Emerging Technologies

Whether you protect our waterways, support emergency response, maintain maritime assets, or advance mission readiness, MACC is built for you.

Optional conference lunch: $25/person — reservations required by July 10.

Register today:
https://www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/MACC2026

We look forward to seeing you in Portsmouth this July.

06/08/2026

America's Front-Line Fleet: Built for the Hardest Mission. Holding the Line.

When the call goes out — search and rescue, emergency response, force protection, homeland security — there's no time to wonder if the Fleet is ready. That's your job. Your responsibility. Your watch.

MACC 2026 exists to make sure you're ready for it. To give you the knowledge, the connections, the technology updates, and the relationships that make you better at what you do — so that when your community needs you, the answer is never in doubt.

This is where your peers come to share what they've learned and learn from what you know. Where the operator meets the engineer.

Where the first responder meets the innovator. Where careers are built and the front-line fleet gets stronger.

Portsmouth, Virginia. July 14–16. Your mission brought you here. Let MACC take you further.

https://www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/MACC2026

06/03/2026

"MegaRust 2026 kicked off last night and the Welcome Reception did not disappoint. Our corrosion community showed up for local beer tastings, lively conversation, and hard to beat San Diegan weather 🌴

Huge thank you to our reception sponsor Enterprises Corrosion Solutions who set the tone for a great week.

Day 1 starts now — opening remarks from Mark Lattner, SES, NAVSEA 05P and Mark Ingle, NAVSEA 05P2, technical tracks all day, and live demos to close it out.

If you're in San Diego, stop by, check out the exhibit hall, and join the conversation.

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06/02/2026

THIS IS IT!!
MegaRust 2026 Starts Today
📍 Marriott Mission Valley | San Diego, CA
Today, corrosion-control professionals, sustainment leaders, coatings experts, engineers, maintainers, shipyard personnel, government representatives, and industry innovators gather for the official opening of MegaRust 2026.
TODAY’S SCHEDULE
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
NSRP SPC Panel Meeting featuring Conlan Hsu and Angel Zepeda of NSRP.
🕗 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Corrosion Control KSN led by James Holman, SURFMEPP.
🕗 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Nonskid OSR Meeting featuring Roberto Nava, SURFPAC.
🕗 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Naval Shipyard Corrosion Group Meeting featuring Christine Perry, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Combat Systems Coating Inspector Course led by Tim Tenopir, NSWCPHD.
🕛 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Registration Opens
🕐 1:00 PM
Official Welcome to MegaRust
Featuring:
• CAPT Dale Lumme, USN (Ret.), CEO, ASNE
• Dave Zilber, MegaRust Planning Committee Chair and NCP Coatings
🕐 1:15 PM – 3:00 PM
DoD Corrosion Programs Panel
Moderated by Lauren Paladino
Panelists include:
• Matt Chu, FRCSW
• Andrew Sheetz, USMC
• Dr. Walter Juzukonis, AFLCMC
• Tom Kusanick, USA DEVCOM
🕒 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Networking Break
🕞 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Additive Manufacturing & Composites
Presentations by:
• Greg Sweet
• Dr. Maureen Foley
• James Holman
🕞 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Corrosion Policy Session
Featuring:
• Brad Shaw
• Timothy Pike
• Glenn “Rusty” Rosen
• Seckin Ozol
• Na Qi
🍻 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Welcome Social
Reconnect with colleagues, meet new industry partners, and kick off three days of technical exchange, professional development, and collaboration.
TOMORROW
The symposium expands with:
⭐ Mark Lattner, SES, NAVSEA 05P
⭐ Mark Ingle, NAVSEA 05P2
⭐ NSWC-PHD Chief Engineer Keynote Address
⭐ A jammed-packed Exhibit Hall
⭐ Live demonstrations featuring leading corrosion-control and sustainment technologies
The conversations begin today.
The networking begins today.
The solutions begin today.
MegaRust 2026 is underway.

05/26/2026