The leading International Tidal Energy Summit is back in London this November packed with critical industry updates and latest operator case studies. The 8th Annual event is set to address the most cutting-edge discussion topics in the largest and most comprehensive industry forum of its kind. ITES 2014 promises to be the only event you will need to attend this year to do business, get latest updates and cement your name in the industry. Key topics to be discussed at ITES 2014 to establish your commercial strategy:Cost Reduction and Risk Mitigation: Demonstrate how to engineer out technology costs, mitigate the impact of construction overrun costs and present a de-risked project to attract investmentPolicy and Financial Commitment: Overcome perceptions, develop ambition and create positivity for the realisation of Tidal power to attract political support and reengage with investment communitiesGlobal Project Updates and Success Stories: Hear the latest from global projects and developments to find out where you can on draw lessons already learned for your own benefitsCommercial Strategy and Upscaling: Understand how to position your business, organise your strategy to get financial support and the strategy needed to develop arrays and grow the industry to 2GW+Technical developments: Gain insight on latest technical innovations and turbine developments including warranties and guaranties to reduce associated project costs and risk Installation, environment and O&M: Discuss the challenges associated with installation on an array scale and best practices for working in the marine environment to implement the most effective O&M strategyWhy attend the 8th International Tidal Energy Summit?Over 400 global leaders in the tidal energy field looking to secure contracts for commercial-scale deployment and operation of tidal power projectsConnect with the key stakeholders paving the way in tidal turbine technology development and understand how they are scaling up to commercial power turbines50 key speakers that will share latest global insight, best practices and path forward including; DECC, Crowne Estate, EDF, ScotRenwables, Atlantis Resources, Andritz Hydro, Sienens and many more…25+ exhibitor hall showcasing the latest component innovation and supply chain commitment to the sectorMultiple conference streams allowing you to tailor the entire event to your specific aims and objectivesDedicated regional workshops, showcasing the unique opportunity and tidal resource in the international tidal community – hear from the key regulators and stakeholders active in the space