The Royal Canadian Navy’s unique geographic perspective: Maritime security on three oceans

The Sea Power Series convenes allied senior naval speakers and key stakeholders for in-depth discussions on pressing maritime developments within allied waters. These sessions focus on collaborative efforts with the Royal Navy, addressing shared challenges and exploring strategic opportunities. Each session opens with a presentation by a featured senior naval speaker on a prominent topic, followed by an open exchange of views and ideas in a roundtable setting.

These invitation-only bi-monthly sessions are held at the In & Out Naval and Military Club.

Keynote speaker

V. Adm. Angus Topshee CMM MSM CD

Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy

V. Adm. Angus Topshee is Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, having been appointed to the position in May 2022. With a naval career spanning over three decades, he has served as Commander of the HMCS Algonquin from 2009-2010, Commander of the Canadian Pacific Fleet from 2018-2021, and Commander, Maritime Forces Pacific and Joint Task Force Pacific from 2021 until May 2022. His shore postings have included roles based in Canada, the United States and Afghanistan.

Honorary chair

Dr Carl Stephen Patrick Hunter OBE

Honorary Chair, Sea Power Series

Dr Carl Hunter OBE is Chairman of Coltraco Ultrasonics, a high-exporting advanced manufacturer. He is also: Chairman of the British Exporters Association; Director-General of the Durham Institute of Research, Development and Invention; Director of the Centre of Underwater Acoustic Analysis; Professor-in-Practice at Durham University Business School; Visiting Fellow of the Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre; and Fellow of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology.

Venue