Application of XR environment in the maritime context - Alliance4XR
Multi-functional Center for Social Activities and Welfare of Larnaka Municipality I Larnaka, Cyprus
Alliance4XR Workshop
Application of XR environment in the maritime context
June 6, 2025 | Larnaka, Cyprus
Multi-functional Center for Social Activities and Welfare of Larnaka Municipality
Online via Microsoft Teams
09:30 – 15:00 (EEST) | 08:30 – 14:00 (CET)
Join us for a deep dive into how Extended Reality (XR) is transforming the maritime sector, from ship design and retrofits to training and sustainability. This workshop is part of the Alliance4XR project, an Erasmus+ initiative co-funded by the European Union to support the integration of XR into engineering education and vocational training.
This hands-on event will offer unique insight into current tools, industry applications, and future trends in XR for maritime professions.
Why Attend?
Hands-on demos – Interact with cutting-edge XR platforms for maritime applications through real-world scenarios.
Learn from experts – Explore real case studies on XR for ship design, simulation, and sustainability.
Build real skills – Understand how to develop XR solutions for maritime-specific challenges.
Network & discuss – Connect with peers, educators, and professionals in a collaborative learning environment.
Workshop Agenda
Time (EEST)Session
09:30 – 09:45Registration & Welcome
09:45 – 10:30Presentation of the Alliance4XR Project: Goals, equipment (LiDAR, photogrammetry, 360° cameras)
10:30 – 11:00Using XR Authoring Tools: Platform walkthrough and interactive content creation
11:00 – 11:30 Applying XR to Industry Needs: Cross-industry similarities, maritime relevance, green skills
11:30 – 11:45 Break
11:45 – 12:15 Designing Scenario-Based Training Simulations: Real-world job environments and XR for coastal vessels
12:15 – 12:30 Break
12:30 – 13:15 User Experience Design in XR: CAD modeling, vessel line optimization, hands-on testing
13:15 – 13:30 Break
13:30 – 14:00 Ethical Challenges in XR: Data security and digital labour rights in virtual spaces
14:00 – 14:30 Addressing Bias in XR Educational Content
14:30 – 15:00 Q&A and Feedback
Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for:
Students and educators
Marine engineers
Naval architects
Surveyors and professionals in the maritime and mechanical sectors
Language
The workshop will be held in English.
