ARI Simulation - Taltech Estonian Maritime Academy User Conference 2026. Shaping the future of Simulation technology

The ARI Simulation User Conference 2026 brings together maritime, engineering, and defence‑training professionals for a focused look at the next generation of simulation technology. To be held on 27 May 2026 in Tallinn, the event highlights ARI’s latest advancements across navigation, engine room, VR maintenance, and integrated training systems.

09:15-10:00 Registration & Networking
Participants arrive, check in, and have time to meet one another and connect with the ARI team before the program begins. Coffee and refreshments.

10:00-10:20 Opening Remarks
The conference opens with a welcome from ARI leadership, outlining the goals of the day and the broader direction of simulation technology.

10:20-10:50 ARI Simulation Solutions Overview
This session introduces ARI’s global presence and provides an overview of the company’s simulation portfolio across maritime, engineering, and training domains.

10:50-11:20 ARI-Zen Defence Simulation Solutions
A focused presentation on ARI’s defence‑oriented technologies, demonstrating how naval and military training environments are simulated to support mission readiness.

11:20-12:00 Navigation Simulator Showcase
A live demonstration of ARI’s navigation simulator, showing realistic bridge scenarios and automated assessment tools for navigational decision‑making.

12:00-13:00 Lunch Break

13:00-13:40 Engine Room Simulator Demonstration
An in‑depth look at simulated engine room operations, covering different engine types, system behaviour, and automated evaluation of engineering competencies.

13:40-14:10 VR Maintenance Module Experience
An immersive session demonstrating VR‑based maintenance and safety training, highlighting how virtual environments replicate complex or hazardous tasks.

14:10-14:25 Coffee Break

14:25-15:00 Integrated Simulation Experience
A combined demonstration showing how navigation, engineering, and VR systems operate together in cross‑functional scenarios that mirror real‑world vessel operations.

15:00-15:40 Interactive Q&A Session and Closing Remarks
The day concludes with an open Q&A where participants engage directly with ARI experts, followed by closing reflections and opportunities for continued discussion.