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Join us to collaborate
Join us in London for the ADMIRALTY Channel Forum — a new in-person event created to continue the strengthened collaboration with our channel partners.
Connect. Share insights. Shape our future
This one-day forum will bring together distributors from across the region to:
- Hear updates and thoughts on the evolving ADMIRALTY portfolio
- Gain insight into and help shape our strategic direction
- Provide your feedback and market insight
- Network with fellow distributors and UKHO colleagues
Event details - London Forum
- Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025
- Time: 09:30 - 16:30, followed by networking until 18:00
- Venue: Park Plaza London Riverbank
- Welcome dinner: Monday, 10 November from 18:30
- Accommodation: A one-night hotel stay on 10 November is included
- Cost: Free to attend
Agenda highlights
- Help shape our product development roadmap and future ADMIRALTY publications
- Update on ADMIRALTY Digital Sailing Directions
- Sales enablement support and tools
- Networking opportunities throughout the day
London Forum - 11 November 2025
Name
David Chesney
David is responsible for managing the UKHO global routes to market for ADMIRALTY products & services which includes commercial contracts, intellectual property, data licensing, and compliance.
David joined the UKHO in 2012 as a Digital Analyst within the Customer Services Team. In 2016 he joined the Channel Team, firstly as Channel Executive, then taking up the position of Channel & Partner Programmes Manager in 2020. David took up his current role as the Head of Channel on an interim basis in 2022 before taking up the role permanently is 2024.
Name
Michelle Tarr
As Senior Product Manager, Michelle leads the team that looks after the UKHO’s portfolio of paper and digital charts and publications.
Michelle joined the UKHO in 2010, working in the Customer Services Team responsible for paper chart ordering. In 2015 she joined the Product Management Team, firstly as a Junior Product Manager responsible for reference publications. She then took up the position of Product Manager in 2017 where, more recently, she managed the development of trial S-104 and S-111 data. Since 2024 Michelle has been a Senior Product Manager, working to set the strategic direction of the paper and digital publication’s portfolio.
Any questions?
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with events@ukho.gov.uk.
We look forward to welcoming you in London.