The ABCMI Innovation Forum is a two-day conference and exhibition presented by the Association of British Columbia Marine Industries in partnership with COAST (Centre for Ocean Applied Sustainable Technologies). The 2026 edition, themed “Skilled Seas,” brings together the marine engineering community to explore how the sector is building the next generation of skilled professionals, advancing technical training, and adopting emerging technologies to support a more resilient and future-ready industry. The forum features panels, speakers, and industry showcase presentations embracing emerging technologies and innovation in the ocean and marine space. Attendees include representatives from the Canadian federal fleets including the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Coast Guard, and Transport Canada, along with funding organizations, post-secondary institutions, and marine industry professionals. The event provides an excellent in-person networking opportunity for organizations to create new contacts and forge partnerships that benefit companies progressing through the Technology Readiness Levels spectrum from idea to commercialization. The program includes presentations on innovation interests, pursuit of new technologies, and capacities for working with industry in the pursuit of innovation. A small trade show allows exhibitors to showcase cutting-edge marine and ocean technology products.